Dragon Lady (3 canvases)
53× 108 ×1.5 inches 3 canvas as a set
mixed media on 3 canvases
"This series is titled Culture Bridge 2, and it’s an extension of my earlier project Culture Bridge 1. The very first painting—now the central panel in this triptych—was created with the support of ArtsNB and the Canada Council for the Arts. It marked the beginning of a personal journey, exploring what it means to live between two cultures."
"As an immigrant artist, I often feel the tension between preserving my heritage and adapting to a new culture."
"The dragon in these works is more than just a mythical figure—it’s a powerful symbol of my Korean roots, of strength, and protection. It also represents my grandmother, who raised me with love and care. She was born in the Year of the Dragon, so I painted the dragon in her likeness, wrapping around me, protecting me. She’s no longer with us, but her spirit stays close."
"As the series evolved, I added two more panels to build a visual bridge—an emotional and cultural continuation."
"You might notice the falling scales. They represent something deeply personal: the slow shedding of cultural identity. As I live and grow in Canada, I sometimes feel my connection to my roots slipping away. The dragon, while vibrant and alive, is also in motion—losing its scales, yet still holding on."
"This work is my way of expressing the complexity of belonging—of carrying two identities, and navigating that space in between."
"Through paint, I’m trying to create a bridge—not just for myself, but for anyone who has ever felt suspended between worlds."
53× 108 ×1.5 inches 3 canvas as a set
mixed media on 3 canvases
"This series is titled Culture Bridge 2, and it’s an extension of my earlier project Culture Bridge 1. The very first painting—now the central panel in this triptych—was created with the support of ArtsNB and the Canada Council for the Arts. It marked the beginning of a personal journey, exploring what it means to live between two cultures."
"As an immigrant artist, I often feel the tension between preserving my heritage and adapting to a new culture."
"The dragon in these works is more than just a mythical figure—it’s a powerful symbol of my Korean roots, of strength, and protection. It also represents my grandmother, who raised me with love and care. She was born in the Year of the Dragon, so I painted the dragon in her likeness, wrapping around me, protecting me. She’s no longer with us, but her spirit stays close."
"As the series evolved, I added two more panels to build a visual bridge—an emotional and cultural continuation."
"You might notice the falling scales. They represent something deeply personal: the slow shedding of cultural identity. As I live and grow in Canada, I sometimes feel my connection to my roots slipping away. The dragon, while vibrant and alive, is also in motion—losing its scales, yet still holding on."
"This work is my way of expressing the complexity of belonging—of carrying two identities, and navigating that space in between."
"Through paint, I’m trying to create a bridge—not just for myself, but for anyone who has ever felt suspended between worlds."
53× 108 ×1.5 inches 3 canvas as a set
mixed media on 3 canvases
"This series is titled Culture Bridge 2, and it’s an extension of my earlier project Culture Bridge 1. The very first painting—now the central panel in this triptych—was created with the support of ArtsNB and the Canada Council for the Arts. It marked the beginning of a personal journey, exploring what it means to live between two cultures."
"As an immigrant artist, I often feel the tension between preserving my heritage and adapting to a new culture."
"The dragon in these works is more than just a mythical figure—it’s a powerful symbol of my Korean roots, of strength, and protection. It also represents my grandmother, who raised me with love and care. She was born in the Year of the Dragon, so I painted the dragon in her likeness, wrapping around me, protecting me. She’s no longer with us, but her spirit stays close."
"As the series evolved, I added two more panels to build a visual bridge—an emotional and cultural continuation."
"You might notice the falling scales. They represent something deeply personal: the slow shedding of cultural identity. As I live and grow in Canada, I sometimes feel my connection to my roots slipping away. The dragon, while vibrant and alive, is also in motion—losing its scales, yet still holding on."
"This work is my way of expressing the complexity of belonging—of carrying two identities, and navigating that space in between."
"Through paint, I’m trying to create a bridge—not just for myself, but for anyone who has ever felt suspended between worlds."