Na Kim, a 38-year-old artist, reflects on her creative journey amidst a solo exhibition at Nicola Vassell Gallery in Manhattan. Her latest series, a collection of portraits created over the past two years, is marked by her exploration of preferences and personal aesthetics, despite uncertainties about her work. Simultaneously serving as a creative director at Farrar, Straus and Giroux, her multifaceted career contributes to her evolving artistic voice and public exposure, revealing the intricate balance between her professional and artistic identities.
Na Kim's journey as a painter reflects her deep introspection, finding beauty in imperfection and the creative process, despite her misgivings about her work.
Kim’s series of portraits, born from her daily practice over the past two years, showcases her evolution as an artist, highlighting a departure from having a clear end goal.
Balancing her role as a creative director, Kim’s work reflects her diverse creativity, marking a significant journey that intertwines the realms of visual arts and design.
At the core of her artistic process lies a willingness to face her doubts, allowing her to 'ruin' unsatisfactory works in the pursuit of authenticity.
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