Jin Young

Korean, b. 1982

Jin Young, an artist known for her anthropomorphized “Piano-Playing Parrot” with traditional Korean painting colors, captures contemporary life through her unique lens. Her “parrot-headed figures” symbolize modern individuals who mimic others.

Jin Young portrays life as islands, yet sees the world through a child’s innocent eyes, floating balloons of hope and flying kites within them. Her art reminds us that hope exists now, within us, urging us to live fully in the present like children, embracing life with no room for hatred, only love. She emphasizes that even in daily life’s repetitive cycles, the answers to living are clear: hidden melodies and resonances reveal themselves when boundaries dissolve and connections are formed.

The artist inspires us to shed our serious facades and rediscover genuine laughter amidst humor and wit, reminding us that this is life’s essence. Laughter, as she suggests, is the energy of living in the present moment. When this energy aligns with happiness, we embark on a journey beyond boundaries, into new realms of life and discovery. Jin Young’s works deliver warmth and hope, inviting us to embrace life’s vibrancy and interconnectedness.