Jessica Jihea Kim

I grew up in Seoul and currently live and work in Boston, Massachusetts, and New York. In my work, I attempt to recognize my hidden character, enhance understanding of my reality, and express my interpretations of the world around me. My paintings seek to provide a sense of calm through the abstraction of radiating light.

The definition of beauty varies from person to person, as does what triggers healing, yet we all share a general sense of the possibility for sublime experiences of nature. Building on my admiration for Impressionist painters, I believe that artistic representations of nature can comfort and heal the heart. By creating a body of paintings that foster self-discovery, I hope to capture the joyful mood and momentary feelings I experience in nature in a way that is accessible to viewers.