An Interview With Artist Hyeeun Kim

You may recognise this beautiful style of artwork from the latest edition of our mag!

Hyeeun Kim contributed towards issue 12 and we couldn’t get enough of her stunning illustrations.

Read our interview with this Korean based artist below.

PS, hello June! ♡

Tell us a bit about yourself Hyeeun?

My name is Hyeeun Kim from South Korea. I begun my career as a graphic designer and now I am a freelance illustrator. From an early age, drawing is always something that I can be more passionate about and put my energy into. I am currently doing some pieces for an art shop and my upcoming exhibition.

When did you start drawing?

I’ve been drawing for as long as I can remember, I’ve always kept a sketchbook.

What inspires you to create such interesting artwork?

I get a lot of inspiration especially from fashion photography, portraits and films. I love fashion and classic films from 1920’s to 1960’s.

Do you have any plans for the future?

I plan to travel with a camera and get my own studio where it will be filled with inspiration.

What do you do in your spare time?

I meet friends and sometimes go to bookstores. While at home, I watch films and collect film stills that catch my eye.

Who inspires your style?

I would say illustrators: Esra Roise, Coco, Alice Tait and Spiros Halaris. They’re all so talented and make such beautiful things.

Do you have any favourite artists out there?

I have to say I admire film directors such as Jean-Luc Godard, David Lynch, Michael Haneke and Alejandro Jodorowsky. They are the artists painting on the screen. I like the way films are mixed with a plot, actors, actress, background music and a big screen.

What’s the best piece of advice anyone has ever given you? 
The best advice I’ve ever been given is someone said: if you decide to do something, just do it right now.