studio visits

CBC Paper Cuts Series

For artist Christine Kim, paper cutting is a direct line to mystery — and tension.

Artist Project Studio Visit 2019

Galerie Youn Exhibition 2015

Galerie Youn 2014

Making Art Toronto, Christine Kim, Toronto, Ontario

Christine Kim is a Toronto-based artist who works primarily in illustration and cut paper collage.

My studio practice has changed over the years. Now I just do work on the weekends, so I have more time to rest after teaching throughout the week. One phrase that I carry with me is... ⁠ ⁠ "however small, however slow..." ⁠ ⁠ It reminds me
Some studio shots. I keep the compositions on small mat boards to move them around easily. I also like to assess compositions when they're on the floor to create extra distance and this allows me to really look at it with a critical eye. Work in prog
Day 31 of #amonthinpaper @paperartistcollective: goals and motivations! ⁠ ⁠ A lot of people ask me about creative blocks or how to start at all. And I always think of John Cage's quote "Begin anywhere."⁠ ⁠ I got back into studio after a lon
day 30 of #amonthinpaper brought to you by @paperartistcollective : learning curve ⁠👉🏼 video editing! ⁠ Which one is your favourite? ⁠ 1. Pencil tap ⁠ 2. Scissors ⁠ 3. Paper drop ⁠ 4. Confetti ⁠ 5. Dust pan ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #artreelideas #reelideasfor
Day 27 of #amonthinpaper @paperartistcollective : currently working on… Surviving another year of teaching! And also… a new series of cut paper collages that layer drawing, painting, and cut paper elements. Here’s a sneak peek.
Day 23 of #amonthinpaper: When I'm not a paper artist, I'm a high school art teacher! ⁠ ⁠ I think teaching art has forced me to learn about different materials. The result is having to be a jack of all trades and in all honesty, a master of none. ⁠ ⁠
Day 21 of #amonthinpaper : adhesives! ⁠ ⁠ I am always trying new adhesives, but my go to is either Tacky Glue or Weldbond. Both are low in moisture, which prevents paper from buckling. I use paper weights afterwards. I've also tried normal PVA glue a
Day 19 of #amonthinpaper by @paperartistcollective : inspiration! ⁠ ⁠ Here's my list: ⁠ 1. I've been drawn to the architecture of sitting figures. I love the languid pose of contemplation. ⁠ 2. I spent this winter painting William Morris wallpaper pa
Day 12 of #amonthinpaper from @paperartistcollective : in context! from prototype to the actual installation 😊 ⁠ ⁠ This might be a good time to introduce myself! I'm a Korean-Canadian artist specializing in cut paper collages. When I'm not creating,
Day 9 of #amonthinpaper : favourite paper! ⁠ ⁠ Follow the hashtag or visit @paperartistcollective to see paper artists from around the world share their favourite tools, materials and inspirations. ⁠ ⁠ Here's my list of favourites: ⁠ 1. canson pastel