Kwang-Hyun Kim, born in 1982 in Busan, South Korea, received his Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts from Kyungsung University in 2010. Kwang-Hyun Kim is a contemporary Korean artist specializing in mixed media painting. His works deeply explore emotions such as loneliness, contemplation, and passion, skillfully blending East Asian traditional aesthetics with modern visual language. Known for his detailed acrylic paintings, Kim often depicts characters with unusual facial expressions that convey emotions like passion, emptiness, and loneliness. His style is influenced by his father, a cartoonist, and incorporates elements of traditional Buddhist art. His dedication to craftsmanship adds strong visual appeal, especially in his depiction of female characters, whose expressions capture complex emotions.

The characters in Kim’s paintings are often in a state of self-reflection, as if in a trance, creating an atmosphere of introspection and inviting viewers to experience these emotions. His work reveals both the beauty and hidden pain of human nature, while exploring "misunderstanding" as a dynamic in communication. The ambiguity and uncertainty in his pieces allow viewers to actively engage in interpretation, redefining their viewing experience.

In his first solo exhibition in Taiwan, titled "OHAE" (Misunderstanding), Kim created the characters "Pipzin" and "Gatak" to explore the complex relationships between society and human nature. "Pipzin" is an androgynous deity figure with long flowing hair that can change shape at will, symbolizing the pursuit of ideals and extraordinary abilities. "Gatak," always dressed in a phoenix costume symbolizing power, reflects people's longing for divinity and authority. Through these characters, Kim delves into the intricate connections between power, desire, and social structures, viewing art as an open text that encourages deep reflection and individualized interpretation.