Won and Only acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Eora and Country where we work and live. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging and acknowledge, celebrate and recognise the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their ongoing connections to the land, waters, culture and community.
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Established in 2023 by Won Kim.
Won Kim is a multidisciplinary artist residing and working in Eora/Sydney. From a young age, she possessed a natural inclination for creating and crafting by hand, earning art awards during her formative years. After studying Graphic Design and gaining experience as a sign writer and tattoo parlour manager, her artistic vision and passion for ongoing art practice became clearer.
Working primarily with acrylic ink on paper, Won's artwork is a unique amalgamation of tattoo imagery, Korean Folk Art (Minhwa), and its symbolism. A significant influence on her work is her late uncle, Master Man Hee Kim, a revered figure in Korean Folk Art and a devoted restorer of traditional paintings. Motivated by her uncle's legacy, she honours his wishes by creating her own Minhwa style, thus keeping the tradition alive.
With a profound connection to heritage and artistic expression, Won Kim invites viewers into a world where traditional influences seamlessly merge with contemporary sensibilities.