Kim Woo Jin

작품의 작은 유닛들은 과거의 기억을 나타내며, 다양한 색채와 거친 검정 터치를 통해 삶의 고난과 역경, 그리고 개인적인 시련을 상징합니다. 이러한 요소들이 결합되어 새로운 생명력 있는 조각품이 탄생하며, 표면적으로는 팝적인 요소를 지니지만, 그 안에는 인간의 꿈과 주변 환경의 갈등과 소통을 진솔하게 담고자 합니다.

Artist Kim Woojin once dreamed of becoming an animal caretaker as a child, but he eventually found his path in art by chance. Through his work, he expresses the dreams and aspirations he had to give up due to complex human relationships and external circumstances, seeking to realize the dreams he once abandoned.

The small units in his artwork represent past memories, while the vibrant colors and bold black strokes symbolize life’s struggles, hardships, and personal trials. These elements come together to form new, dynamic sculptures that may appear pop-like on the surface but deeply reflect the conflicts, communication, and dreams shaped by human experiences and surroundings.

동심으로 빚어낸 동물 조각

Animal sculptures crafted with a childlike heart.

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Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts Education, Hannam University
Master of Sculpture, Hannam University

Award

2019 Grand Art Exhibition of Korea, Art Critic Award
2015 27th Grand Art Exhibition of Daejeon, Grand prize
2014 JW Young Art Award, Grand prize

Exhibition

2025 ART FUTURE / Grand Hyatt Taipei / Taiwan
2024 KIAF SEOUL / COEX / Seoul
2024 ART FUTURE / Grand Hyatt Taipei / Taiwan
2024 LA ART SHOW / Los Angeles Convention Center / USA
2024 Singapore Affordable Art Fair / F1 Pit Building / Singapore
2024 Spring Over the Door / Gwanghwamun Square / Seoul
2023 KIAF SEOUL / COEX / Seoul
2023 ART BUSAN / BEXCO / Busan
2023 BAMA (Busan Annual Market of Art) / BEXCO / Busan

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