CV
EXPERIENCE SUMMARY
10+ years, Artist (Fine Arts)
5+ year, Teaching, Instruction, Mentoring (Fine Arts, Sculpture)
EDUCATIONS
May/2027, Studio Art MFA, School of Art + Art History, University of Florida(UF), Gainesville, FL
Awarded Full Scholarship and received stipend/benefits for Instructor's Record, including teaching responsibilities.
May/2023, MFA, Rinehart School of Sculpture, Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), Baltimore, MD
Feb/2019, BFA, Dong-A University, Busan, South Korea
PEER-REVIEWED CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
Feb/2026, College Art Association (CAA) Conference, Chicago, IL. (Forthcoming)
“Reweaving Lines: Visual Hybridity and Cultural Identity in Contemporary Art,” in the CAA 2026
Oct/2025, SECAC National College Art Conference, Cincinnati, OH (Forthcoming)
“When Research Meets Creativity: Strategies for Turning Tension into Innovation,” in the SECAC 2025 session “Wide-Awakeness in the Arts Classroom: Cultivating Imagination and Innovation in Art Education.”
Aug/2025, US-Korea Conference (UKC), Atlanta, GA
Presented research poster,“Rhizomatic Space and Collectivist Structure: An Art-Based Research Approach to Wire Installation,” examining wire-installation art through theoretical frameworks and STEAM-based qualitative research with student resources.
March/2025, Geo-Aesthetics Eighteenth Annual International Conference, Towson University College of Liberal Arts, MD
Presented “The Aesthetic Dimensions of Linear Materials,” examining wire-installation art through theoretical frameworks and intercultural perspectives while sharing my artistic approach.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
*Aug/2024 – May/2027, Teaching Associate, Studio Art, School of Art + Art History, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Fall 2025, ART 2013C Space Studio, Instructor, Studio Art, School of Art + Art History, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Taught second-level art courses, focusing on space, installation, and sculptural techniques.
Developed and implemented course curriculum, fostering students' creative and technical skills in spatial design.
Provided individual mentorship and feedback to students, facilitating growth in artistic practice and conceptual understanding.
Summer 2025, Curatorial Modern Project, Workshop Instructor – Education Department, Harn Museum of Art, University of Florida (Summer 2025)
Awarded the competitive Jalyn Imani Stallworth Internship ($2,500) for museum and community engagement work.
Designed and led interactive art-making programs (Art Cart, Tot Time, Outreach events), connecting museum collections with family and youth audiences.
Developed lesson plans, instructional examples, and facilitated age-appropriate hands-on activities both at the museum and in off-site community settings.
Spring 2025, ART 1803C Workshop for Art Research and Practice (WARP), Workshop Instructor, University of Florida, School of Art & Art History Studio Art, Gainesville, FL
Guided students in developing their artwork through critiques, discussions, and constructive feedback, assisting the professor in evaluating assignments and grading.
Led independent workshops, presenting personal research and practice in specialized artistic fields to expand students’ understanding of contemporary art approaches.
Facilitated exposure to diverse artistic styles, cross-cultural perspectives, and conceptual strategies, encouraging risk-taking, critical thinking, and original problem-solving in student work.
Supported students in articulating ideas, conducting independent research, and integrating aesthetic and conceptual considerations within their practice.
Fall 2024, ART 2013C Core Foundations – Space Studio, Workshop Instructor, University of Florida, School of Art & Art History Studio Art, Gainesville, FL
Guided students in foundational 3D studio practices, including spatial investigations, form development, and contemporary design strategies.
Facilitated project-based learning through critiques, workshops, and individual tutorials, supporting students in research, experimental design, and sketchbook work.
Introduced students to historical and contemporary references, theory, and vocabulary to cultivate technical and critical competencies in three-dimensional design.
Encouraged student exploration of creative strategies, site visits, and interdisciplinary approaches to enhance understanding of spatial concepts and artistic practice.
Feb/2024 – May/2024, Art Instructor in regional art academy, Artroom101 Art Institute, Fort Lee, NJ
Teaching K-12 students in both portfolio development for high schoolers and creative art workshops for elementary students.
Assisted students in building fundamental artistic skills and fostering creative confidence by class and workshop time.
Mentored local children in quarterly painting contests on environment, technology, and nature, providing artistic guidance, technical instruction, and creative support.
Jan/2022 – Dec/2022, Studio, Graduate Program Assistant
Maryland Institute College of Art, Rinehart School of Sculpture, Baltimore, MD
Managed maintenance, upkeep, and inventory of machinery and tools (e.g., welders, plasma cutters, metal cutting saws), and materials used in the Rinehart School of Sculpture program; documented refurbishments
Facilitated acquisition of new equipment; constructed furniture items (e.g., boxes, desks)
Scheduled visiting artists, coordinated visits, organized classes and critique (question and answer; Q&A) sessions; coordinated facilities used by in-house, program, and visiting artists
May/2021 – Jun/2021, Assistant Instructor
Neighborhood Glitter Art Outing, Art Education Program
Geumjeong Cultural Center, Busan City, South Korea
Managed schedule and provided art instruction in painting and sculpture to ~25 students, under supervision of main instructor to local residents weekly (two hours in morning, two hours in afternoon)
Prepared art class materials, managed schedules, and oversaw art supplies inventories during class(es)
Conducted lecture presentations on art history (Renaissance, Modernism, important historic artists)
Facilitated Q2 exhibitions of student artwork, in addition to joint group large-scale drawing displays
Apr/2013 – Dec/2018, Teaching and Studio Assistant
Dong-A University, Fine Art Department, Busan, South Korea
Instructed students, as an assistant instructor, circa three times weekly to between 4-12 students
Conducted tasking under the guidance of a professor in art studios, including large steel sculptures, installations, and human body castings, using tools to cut steel, trim, weld, and cast metal art pieces
Coordinated and assisted in scheduling large-scale public art installations, including transportation of art pieces and installing artwork ranging in sizes between ~110 square feet to as large as 17’x16’x14’ in dimensions
May/2021, Mentor, Tutor, Instructor
Art Institute, Busan, South Korea
Mentored art students seeking ‘study abroad’ opportunities in creating portfolios for school enrollment applications, as well as advice for studying abroad
Demonstrated types of artwork to include, guided students on specific pieces to use in portfolio for school applications, and advised them on portfolio organization
SERVICE
Apr/2025, Supporter, Sculpture Studio Art Faculty Candidates Campus Visits, School of Art + Art History, University of Florida(UF), Gainesville, FL
Contributed to departmental service by supporting three faculty candidate campus visits.
Represented the department’s pedagogical environment and academic culture by attending public lectures and observing graduate critiques.
Provided evaluative input that informed the faculty search process, strengthening departmental hiring decisions.
May/2023, Participating Artist, Asian North 2023 – TRANSition/TRANSformation/TRANScendence, The Parlor, Baltimore, MD, USA
Contributed to the Asian-American community through research and artistic engagement.
Conducted interviews to document the narratives of first-generation Korean-Americans.
Presented findings and artworks that elevated underrepresented voices within the local Asian-American community.
Mar/2018, Participating (Visiting) Artist, Korean Fine Arts Association
Taiwan & Busan, South Korea
Advanced cross-cultural dialogue by participating in the 2018 Art Journey to Taiwan program.
Conducted interviews and discussions comparing Taiwanese and South Korean art scenes, contributing new insights to both communities.
Exhibited newly created artwork and shared perspectives through presentations that informed ongoing discourse in Korean art circles.
Jun/2018, Participating Artist, Busan Annual Market of Art (BAMA) – AGE 2030
Bexco Complex, Busan City, South Korea
Contributed to the visibility of contemporary Korean art by showcasing work in a major art fair.
Engaged with the public through media broadcast interviews and artist presentations.
ARTIST IN RESIDENCE
Jun/2023 – Aug/2023, Artist Residency
Joshua Tree Highlands Artist Residency Program, Joshua Tree, CA
Awarded full scholarship including stipend, private studio space, and housing support.
Explored concepts by working on a series of artworks with abstract drawings on a canvas extending to 3-D forms made from shapes, lines, and artist's ideas
Created art pieces focused on the transformation of visual space by using linear materials, such as wire, to show the transition between two and three-dimensions
Observed nature, creatures, and Joshua Tree National Park weather to incorporate into artwork resulting in six pieces using wire, fabric, twine, wood, modeling paste, spray paint, and acrylic paint
Organized an open studio to introduce, promote, and sell artwork to the public
EXHIBITIONS
Jul/2023, Solo Open Studio on Joshua Tree Highlands Artist Residency, Joshua Tree, CA, USA https://www.jthar.com/2023-residency-recipients.html
Jul/2023, Group Exhibition “Young Blood”, Maryland Art Place Gallery, Baltimore, MD, USA (https://www.mdartplace.org/exhibitions)
May/2023, Group Exhibition “Asian North 2023 - TRANSition/TRANSformation/TRANScendence,” The Parlor, Baltimore, MD, USA
Apr/2023, MICA Grad Show III, Sheila & Richard Riggs Gallery, Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore, MD, United States
Nov/2022, Group Exhibition “Liminality,” Sheila & Richard Riggs Gallery, Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore, MD, United States
Dec/2021, Group Exhibition “럼블범블 Rumble Bumble,” Sheila & Richard Riggs Gallery, Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore, MD, United States
Jul/2021, Group Exhibition ‘Summer Vacation,’ Gallery Mare, Busan City, South Korea
Jul/2021, The selection of artists in Asian Students and Young Artists Art Festival (ASYAAF), hosted by Chosun Media, Seoul Metropolitan Government, South Korea
Nov/2020, The selection of young artists in ‘Young Art Fair Under 39’, hosted by the Busan Cultural Foundation, Seoul Metropolitan Government, South Korea
Jul/2020, Group Exhibition ‘Hey! Summer,’ Gallery Mare, Busan City, South Korea
May/2020, Group Exhibition “Burning Earth,” F1963, Busan City, South Korea
Nov/2019, Group Exhibition “AGE 2030,” Ujung Art Center, Seoul Metropolitan Government, South Korea
Jun/2018, Participating Artist, ‘2018 Busan Annual Market of Art [BAMA] Age 2030,’ Bexco Complex I, Busan City, South Korea
Mar/2018, Group Exhibition, ‘Taiwan Art Inquiry Exhibition (with winners of a special prize at 43rd Grand Art Exhibition of Busan), Geumnyeonsan Gallery, Busan City, South Korea
Nov/2017, Selection of Young Artist, Project Art Busan, F1963 Gallery, Busan City, South Korea
Sep/2015, Group Exhibition, ‘Young Artists’, Busan Cultural Center, Busan City, South Korea
RECOGNITION / AWARDS
Nov/2021, Sculpture, 47th Grand Art Exhibition of Busan, Busan Cultural Center, South Korea
Nov/2020, Sculpture, 46th Grand Art Exhibition of Busan, Busan Cultural Center, South Korea
Oct/2019, Sculpture, 45th Grand Art Exhibition of Busan, Busan Museum of Art, South Korea
Aug/2019, Non-figurative Art Field, 38th Grand Art Exhibition of Korea, Ansan Culture & Arts Center, South Korea
Nov/2018, Sculpture, 44th Grand Art Exhibition of Busan, Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) Busan, South Korea
Sep/2017, Sculpture, 43rd Grand Art Exhibition of Busan, Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) Busan, South Korea
Sep/2017, Non-figurative Art Field, 36th Grand Art Exhibition of Korea, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
Sep/2016, Figurative Art Field, 35th Grand Art Exhibition of Korea, Cheonan Arts Center, South Korea
Aug/2016, Sculpture, 42nd Grand Art Exhibition of Busan, Busan Museum of Art, South Korea
Apr/2016, Non-figurative Art Field, 35th Grand Art Exhibition of Korea, Cheonan Arts Center, South Korea
Aug/2015, Sculpture, 41st Grand Art Exhibition of Busan, Busan Museum of Art, South Korea
Jul/2015, Grand Prize, Sculpture, 28th Sungsan Fine Arts Competition, Sungsan Art Hall, South Korea
Jul/2014, Special Award, Sculpture, 40th Grand Art Exhibition of Busan, Busan Museum of Art, South Korea
