Haewon Kang (b. 2000, South Korea) is an artist working with metals, silicone, and biomaterials. She is currently pursuing an MFA in Metals/Jewelry/CAD-CAM at Temple University's Tyler School of Art and Architecture in Philadelphia. She has received awards from the Philadelphia Museum of Art (PMA) and the Korea Craft & Design Foundation (KCDF). Most recently, her work was featured in both the online and in-person exhibitions at the SNAG Conference.
Haewon Kang (b. 2000, South Korea) is an artist working with metals, silicone, and biomaterials. She is currently pursuing an MFA in Metals/Jewelry/CAD-CAM at Temple University's Tyler School of Art and Architecture in Philadelphia. She has received awards from the Philadelphia Museum of Art (PMA) and the Korea Craft & Design Foundation (KCDF). Most recently, her work was featured in both the online and in-person exhibitions at the SNAG Conference.
The medication prescribed by a doctor helps my body function normally again, but it cannot tell me how I should live. Who am I beyond being a patient or a victim? The most difficult part of finding my way in life is discovering who I truly am without being defined by others' judgments and prejudices. For me, that journey begins with observing myself and my surroundings in everyday life, then expressing those observations through my work. Throughout this process, I continue to ask how I can explore my identity in ways that feel both safer and more open.
My practice centers on combining metalworking techniques, 3D printing technology, and a variety of materials. Bringing these techniques and materials together allows me to approach the same subject from multiple perspectives, enabling my work to evolve both visually and conceptually.
The entire process—from creating my work to sharing it with others—keeps me moving forward. I believe that fear loses its power when we face it directly. My work stands as evidence of that belief, and the encouragement and support I receive reassure me that I am moving in the right direction. Above all, I hope my work can offer comfort and serve as a guide for others living with similar pain.
The medication prescribed by a doctor helps my body function normally again, but it cannot tell me how I should live. Who am I beyond being a patient or a victim? The most difficult part of finding my way in life is discovering who I truly am without being defined by others' judgments and prejudices. For me, that journey begins with observing myself and my surroundings in everyday life, then expressing those observations through my work. Throughout this process, I continue to ask how I can explore my identity in ways that feel both safer and more open.
My practice centers on combining metalworking techniques, 3D printing technology, and a variety of materials. Bringing these techniques and materials together allows me to approach the same subject from multiple perspectives, enabling my work to evolve both visually and conceptually.
The entire process—from creating my work to sharing it with others—keeps me moving forward. I believe that fear loses its power when we face it directly. My work stands as evidence of that belief, and the encouragement and support I receive reassure me that I am moving in the right direction. Above all, I hope my work can offer comfort and serve as a guide for others living with similar pain.
