Cats, Their Gardens, and Small Creatures. Korean Artist Cat Postcards

Postcard Size: 175mm*115mm When hung on the wall, they become the most charming cat paintings. We hope you can also find a moment of feline-induced serenity within these artworks. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54789923122_7fa4da2c9f_c.jpg Hyejin's cats diligently keep him company while he creates, and we can bring these beautiful scenes into our lives. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54791102220_ba02803a86_c.jpg When placed in a frame, it becomes the perfect piece of home decor. The postcard size offers endless possibilities, suitable for writing cards or as a delightful piece of art. We suggest purchasing a set of multiple pieces for a coordinated display! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54791102245_abb81a4ae9_c.jpg The SEA ice team is delighted to present the hand-painted artworks of Korean artist Hyejin. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54791026263_4b1f2dab16_b.jpg There's a small story behind our decision to represent this brand. In late 2024, just before a scheduled business trip to Korea, a sudden curfew was imposed, only to be lifted just before our flight. Upon arriving safely in Korea, we found ourselves unexpectedly trapped in a subway car as protestors surged in. We were pushed to the point of breathlessness, unable to move, almost levitating. We kept asking ourselves, "What do we do? Will this turn into a stampede?" We continuously encouraged each other to stay calm, to find a way to breathe, to keep our heads up, and most importantly, to stand firm and not fall. Fortunately, after a few stops, the dense crowd disembarked at Yeouido Station, leaving us shaken and in tears. A few stops later, as we exited the subway, we unexpectedly stumbled upon Hyejin's exhibition. The cats' languid and serene postures instantly calmed the tempestuous storm we had just endured. Those of us who were dazed and frightened felt as though we had found solid ground once more. From the bottom of our hearts, we truly felt, "It's wonderful to have cats in this world." Hyejin's cat creations are such treasures. And so, this unforeseen representation came to be. 🤍 https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54791025978_c361304614_c.jpg Hyejin's style blends modernity with traditional Korean techniques, developed through slow, deliberate creation and hand-painting. We are deeply fond of the nostalgic, retro feel in his works, reminiscent of the folk scroll paintings from Korea's Joseon Dynasty. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54789923222_46ac7b4975_c.jpg Every stroke meticulously outlines extremely delicate details, creating pieces that invite prolonged admiration. Creating art with traditional Korean craftsmanship requires immense patience. The artist applies layers of color with such subtlety, achieving rich depth and saturated, profound hues. Even small details like butterflies and grasshoppers are rendered with exquisite soul. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54791008469_5cfdb8271f_c.jpg Each painting captures the moments when cats share our space. The cats' "unhurried pace" and "quiet companionship" embody the message the artist wishes to convey. Hyejin frequently holds solo exhibitions in Korea and has been creating art for over a decade. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54791102340_09288edf64_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54789923372_b9e7b97b2c_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54789923357_30bd7feac8_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54789923327_ebb7b5d094_b.jpg Hyejin primarily uses his own cats as subjects, depicting them as both mischievous and sharp-eyed, embodying a perfectly spirited and characterful feline presence. There's a sense of conflict and harmony, a perfect fusion of tradition and modernity. By incorporating contemporary artistic styles and characters, he portrays animal life and thoughts within traditional art forms. He utilizes Korean paper, a material less commonly seen in the market, and meticulous brushwork techniques. This paper lends a warm overall tone to the artwork, while the refined linear details provide exquisite definition and depth. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54791008479_1a3b230ced_c.jpg This warm feeling, this wonderful combination, allows the contemporary painting style to integrate seamlessly. Cat Folk Painting Artist 혜진 (Hyejin) Experience 2025 Paper Gallery Exhibition《묘묘자적》 2024 Solo Exhibition《묘묘자적(MyoMyoJajeok)》 2023 Solo Exhibition《Felt the Temperature of That Moment》 Sino-Korean Exchange Exhibition《Cats of Spring》 CJ ENM O'live Program《Pet-Torant》 Illustration Collaboration https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54790763806_2999ffdd57_c.jpg 2022 Chuncheon National Museum Collaboration Exhibition《미물지생》 Exhibition《기묘한 민화 이야기 (A Strange Tale of Folk Painting)》 MBC《두 번째 세계 (The Second World)》Illustration Design Art Production and Book Cover Illustration, etc. Exhibited in 《VOICES TO KOREA》 Korean Contemporary Art Exhibition https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54791026168_97d7f74a49_c.jpg 2021 KBS《TV 동물농장 (TV Animal Farm)》 Program Illustration Contribution NAVER Magazine《오늘의 냥덕 (Today's Cat Lover)》 Cover Artwork Daelim Museum 20th Anniversary Illustration Collaboration Exhibited in Tainan Art Museum《VOYAGES TO KOREA: CONTEMPORARY KOREA》 Joint Exhibition 2020 Participated in the illustration for《The Daily Aesthetics of Cats》, organized by the Korean Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism Created the main visual for the Incheon Foundation for Arts & Culture’s《My Cat's Story》 Participated as an artist in the Seoul Illustration Fair (SIF) https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54791008609_d884e20a76_c.jpg 2019 Participated in the Sino-Korean Art Exchange Exhibition《Cats Between Us》 Joint Exhibition《The Intersection of Folk Painting and Contemporary Art》 at Hongik University Art Center 2018 Held first solo illustration exhibition《365 Days Spent with Cats》 in Seoul Published illustration collection《My Cat's Life Record》 https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54790763726_3cb46131e4_c.jpg Thank you for reaching this point. We eagerly anticipate bringing you products that everyone will love. These exquisite hand-painted works can begin your collection as postcards. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54701284688_0175bb2c50_b.jpg