Se Young Yim’s artistic practice delves into the vulnerable physicality of the human body, interpreting it as the subtle emotions that arise between people and places. Through her sculptures and paintings, she seeks to capture and convey intimate moments imbued with an eerie quality. She has always been deeply curious about love and humanity, believing that love is inseparable from any discussion of human traits. To her, love is a space where people expose their deepest vulnerabilities. It is fragile, unstable, and often uncomfortable, yet its beauty lies in humanity’s persistent pursuit of it.
In her work, she strives to express the love that embraces imperfect fears. She hopes her paintings evoke loneliness, weirdness, and stir emotions and memories within her audience. By exploring these elements, she invites viewers to reflect on their experiences with love and the complexities of human connection.