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ACADEMIC & TEACHING APPOINTMENTS

 

Adjunct Professor, Lecturer – Color Theory, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, NY | 2025 – Present

       Designed and Taught Color Theory with a focus on contemporary applications and studio-                   based learning.

 

Graduate Instructor – Color/2D Design, University at Albany, NY | 2025 – Present

       Developed and taught an introductory course integrating foundational color theory with hands           on design practice.

 

Graduate Instructor – Beginning Drawing, University at Albany, NY | 2024 – 2025

       Taught foundational and advanced drawing with emphasis on critical thinking and creative                   exploration.

 

Teaching Assistant, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, NY | 2017– 2019

       Assisted in course delivery and provided individualized student mentorship.

 

Private Art Instructor, South Korea | 1994

       Prepared students for competitive art college entrance examinations through targeted                         instruction.

 

Public Library Assistant, Busan, South Korea | 1993

       Taught high school students how to work with archival collections, guiding them in research                 practices, historical inquiry, and effective use of library resources.

 

Design/Color Instructor, Hong Ik Art Prep for High School Students, Busan, South Korea | 1993

       Led intensive preparatory training in drawing and design for college entrance readiness.

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EDUCATION

 

MFA, University at Albany, NY | Expected May 2026

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BS, Skidmore College, NY | 2019 — Graduated with Magna Cum Laude Honors, and Departmental Honors in Art with a concentration in painting

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Japan International Study Program | 2017 — Advanced exploration, group exhibition in Kyoto, Osaka, Nara

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Japan International Study Program | 2015 — Cross-cultural immersion, group exhibition in Maeda Hiromi Gallery, Kyoto

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FA, Dong-Ah University, Busan, South Korea | 1993-1995 — Majored in woodworking and furniture design, French art history, art theory, foundation courses

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HONORS & PRIZES

 

Best of Albany Show | 2024 – 2025 — 1912 Print awarded Best of Show with a cash prize; also exhibited The Seal and The Moon Pot.

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Reunion Art Show, Skidmore College | 2024 — Juried exhibition of print work.

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Schick Art Gallery Award | 2019 — The Spirits of Mine (monetary award) with a cash prize.

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Juried Student Exhibition, Skidmore College | 2019 — Three paintings and drawing accepted.

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Allerdice Art Award | 2017 — Recognized for outstanding painting (monetary award) with a cash prize.

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Juried Student Exhibition, Skidmore College | 2017 — Two paintings and one drawing accepted.

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Selected Exhibition, Lucy Scribner Library, Skidmore College | 2017 — Two paintings accepted.

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Junior Student Exhibition, Skidmore College | 2017 — Three painting, drawing and printing works accepted.

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Commissioned Book Illustration | 2007 — Gaggle of Geese by Author Carlla Cato.

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Student Selected Exhibition for all Prep. In Busan, Hong Ik Prep, Busan, South Korea | 1992 — Drawing of Plaster Statue selected.

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GRANTS & FUNDING

 

See Beyond Award | 2019 – Supported creative work and materials.

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Student Opportunity Fund Grant | 2018 – Supported exhibition preparation and materials.

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Student Opportunity Fund Grant | 2017 – Supported research and creative work.

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EXHIBITION RECORD (GROUP SHOWS)

 

Best of Albany Show | 2024 - 2025 — SUNY System Administrate Building, Albany, NY

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Reunion Art Exhibition | 2024 — The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, NY

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Senior Thesis Group Exhibition | 2019 — The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, NY

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Juried Student Exhibition | 2019 — Schick Art Gallery, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, NY

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Selected Exhibition | 2017 — Lucy Scribner Library, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, NY

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Junior Student Exhibition | 2017 — Schick Art Gallery, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, NY

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Japan International Study & Exhibition | 2017 — Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Japan

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Selected Student Exhibition | 2016 — Lucy Scribner Library, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, NY

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Japan International Study & Exhibition | 2015 — Maeda Hiromi Art Gallery, Kyoto, Japan

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Selected Student Exhibition | 1992 — Hong Ik Art Prep, Busan, South Korea

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WORKS & COLLECTIONS

 

Digital Print 1921 — Sold to private collector | 2025

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Four Artist Books, Escape, Voodoo Doll, Toyrama, Bluebeard — Selected and purchased for the Special Collections Permanent Collection, Lucy Scribner Library, Skidmore College | 2016

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Picture Book Illustration Gaggle of Geese — Published | 2007

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PUBLIC SERVICE

 

Saratoga Senior Center, Saratoga Springs, NY | 2018

       Assisted in ceramics classes and senior activities, organized organizations for contribution.

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Fiber Guild of the Capital Region – Volunteer, Shibori Workshop Support | 2018

       Supported a community shibori workshop through material preparation, demonstration                       assistance, and participant guidance. Contributed to expanding public access to textile arts.

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Fiber Guild of the Capital Region – Volunteer, Indigo Workshop Support | 2017

       Provided assistance for a community shibori workshop including setup, material preparation,               and participant support to help expand engagement with fiber arts.

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COMPETENCIES & EXPERTISE

 

Painting, Drawing, Printmaking, Fiber Art, Digital Art, Book Arts

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Curriculum Design, Studio Management, Student Mentorship

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Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)

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Knowledge of Korean and Western Art History