Artist Profile

As a ceramic artist specializing in sculptural lighting, my work explores the dynamic relationship between light, form, and nature. Inspired by traditional Korean pottery techniques and contemporary design, I create pieces that evoke organic movement and fluidity through intricate carving and piercing. Each work transforms its surroundings through expressive patterns of light and shadow.

Selected Exhibitions, Demonstrations & Markets

• 2024–2026 — Harmony Arts Festival, West Vancouver

• 2024–2025 — Circle Craft Holiday Market, Vancouver Convention Centre

• 2024–2025 — Make It Show, PNE Forum, Vancouver

• 2024 — OutForm Ceramic Studio Exhibition, Vancouver

• 2023 — BC Children’s Hospital Charity Moon Jar Demonstration, OutForm Ceramic Studio

• 2022 — Circle Craft Holiday Market, Vancouver Convention Centre

• 2022 — Coquitlam Local Pop-Up, Coquitlam Centre

• 2021 — Form & Texture Collaborative Exhibition, Niche Art Gallery, Granville Island

• 2013 — Mokwon University Graduation Exhibition, Korea

• 2009–2010 — Open Pottery Room Group Exhibition, Chungnam City Hall, Korea

Awards & Recognition

WorldSkills Korea

• 2014 — Silver Medal

• 2013 — Bronze Medal

• 2012 — Gold Medal

• 2011 — Gold Medal

• 2010 — Silver Medal

• 2009 — Bronze Medal

Additional Awards

• 2015 — Industrial Design Competition, Korea

• 2014 — Bronze Medal, 16th Gangjin Celadon Festival & Korea–China–Japan Ceramic Culture Festival

• 2013–2014 — Two Silver Medals, 59th and 60th Baekje Cultural Festival National Contests

• 2012–2013 — Special Award and Fourth-Place Award, 13th and 14th National University Wheel-Throwing Competitions, Gangjin

• 2010–2014 — Four Fourth-Place Awards, Chungnam Industrial Design National Contest

• 2010 — Special Award, Traditional Craft & Tourist Souvenirs Contest

• Recognized as the youngest ceramic artist by the Chungnam Industrial Design Association

Education & Training

• 2011–2014 — Bachelor’s Degree in Ceramic Design, Mokwon University, Korea

• 2006–2010 — Traditional Korean Pottery Apprenticeship under Master Potter Hong Seung-Gyu

Certification

• 2013 — Korea National Technical Certification in Ceramic Craft