Art is often perceived as a way of detachment from reality, a key to unlocking some hidden meaning in the world that surrounds us. This is not completely true for genres such as hyperrealism, where the road between reality and art is not much visible in the paintings and sculptures these artists create. Young-sung Kim is a hyperrealist from South Korea. Though he likes experimenting with various forms of art, his main focus is on hyperrealism.
The Photorealist aims to reproduce pictures as perfectly as attainable so the human eye can’t distinguish between the original and the resultant painting, whereas the hyperrealists take the technique even further. They develop ways in which the narrative, charm, and emotions can be perceived through the painting.
Young-sung Kim’s artworks aim to focus more on the genre of hyperrealism because he believes that the people in our society think of animals and nature as methods of ornament, experiment, and edibility. However, he pours in all his emotions while drawing and creating realistic pieces through which he wishes to bring in a change in attitude in society. He urges people to think twice about abusing their unintentional behaviors to any animal and nature. He aims to create more awareness about severe climate change.
He highly admires the artistic genius of Pablo Picasso who has impacted the development of modern and contemporary art with unparalleled magnitude. Along with it, he is truly inspired by the stunning artworks of Gottfried Helnwein and Jeff Koons.
Nature, city life, and social media are the main inspirations while creating a piece. He shows us that even the simplistic things in our surroundings can be taken and utilized to put together a masterpiece. He is proud of the fact that he is working on things he loves and holds dear to him.
Young-sung Kim has developed his artistic career through lots of hard work, research, and studying different types of arts. His message to the fellow artist is, “Create things that don’t exist in the world.” Use your imagination and leave the world bewildered with your artwork.