Minseon Gu

Minseon Gu is first and foremost a love story with Hanji, this traditional Korean paper which runs through his works. She chooses it for its unique texture and what it represents: a bridge between the past and the present, between Korea and the world. She doesn't just use Hanji; she transforms it, plays with light, shadows, to tell stories, her stories, but also ours.In his artistic approach, Minseon seeks above all to communicate. His works, often gentle and contemplative, invite reflection. They are windows open to universal themes such as nature, the passing of time, and our relationship to the world. She wants us to stop, to look, to feel. It's an invitation to slow down in a world that moves too fast.She doesn't claim to have all the answers. Rather, Minseon uses his art to ask questions, to explore our connection with nature and our cultural heritage. She uses the Hanji not as a backdrop, but as a main player in her designs, emphasizing the importance of remembering where you came from while moving toward the future.As for the awards, while not specifically listed here, they are not what defines Minseon's work. Of course, they recognize his talent and his contribution to art, but what really stands out about his career is his commitment to his artistic philosophy: that of creating links, provoking reflection and promoting dialogue between cultures through art.In short, Minseon Gu not only creates works of art; it creates experiences, moments of pause and reflection, a space to dialogue with our own stories and those of others. It reminds us of the importance of tradition, while encouraging us to look to the future. This is the philosophy at the heart of his art.