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About Young Cho

Visual / Digital Artist

Young Cho Profile

Artist Statement

Since my childhood, as I remember it, I have loved painting, and I still love all forms of art. I majored in Art at Anyang Arts High School, I have a bachelor’s degree in Fine art and a master’s degree in art therapy at Hanyang University in Seoul, Korea. After I became an art therapist, I focused on listening to other people’s stories rather than painting. But when I immigrated to the U.S., I got married, raised a son, and regained my passion for painting. Although I live in the United States, I still consider myself Korean, believing that my identity will not change. Despite lingering feelings of displacement due to cultural differences, I believe it doesn't alter my roots, and my existence remains intact. Now, I'm working on a series titled **'Where I Am.'** This series explores my childhood and the idea that being an immigrant doesn't change my roots, no matter where my body resides. **‘Saekdong’**, which means "colored pieces," is a traditional Korean fabric that symbolizes wishes for long life and happiness. By painting this **‘Saekdong’** fabric with young animals, I aim to blend my present, past, roots, and culture.

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