Artist Statement 

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My creative practice explores the intersection of historical influence and the technological advancement of today. Influenced by the emotional depth of the Modern Era, my work fuses the raw expression of Van Gogh with Kandinsky’s groundbreaking approach to abstraction, forging a unique contemporary framework.

 

Gustav Klimt’s influence is central to my visual language; I incorporate his mastery of intricate textures and layered complexity by integrating gold leaf and ornamental motifs, which evoke a sense of opulence and invite viewers to engage with the surface in detail. Jackson Pollock’s legacy of spontaneous techniques and 'action painting' directly informs my approach. His energetic splatters inspire my use of gestural marks, infusing my compositions with movement and direction that express emotional intensity. Through these combined methods, my work responds to a world shaped by diverse cultures and global perspectives, channeling a spectrum of emotions. This process allows me to convey both the vibrancy and the subtlety of human experience, making each piece a reflection of the emotional complexity found in contemporary life.

 

 

Dawoon “Davin” Jung | Artist Biography

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Davin Jung is a contemporary visual artist whose work navigates the space between evocative abstraction and refined realism. Currently residing in the Washington, D.C. area, her artistic practice is informed by extensive international experience, drawing on the dynamic urban environments and contemporary gallery scenes of the United States, Japan, and South Korea.  She started her journey in Seoul's vibrant artistic districts, where she grew deeply devoted to portraying the emotional energy of urban living. This early immersion led her to the prestigious Korea National University of Arts (KNUA), where she earned her BFA, followed by advanced studies at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NYC. From her first exhibitions in Tokyo and Seoul’s historic In-Sa-dong district, to her current work in the D.C. metro area, Davin has remained dedicated to exploring new mediums and techniques that translate raw human emotion into movement and color.

 

Today, Davin manages both private commissions and public commercial art projects, maintaining a strong presence within national and regional art circuits.  Her recent accolades include selections for the National Juried Art Show at Gallery Clarendon, the "Art in Bloom" exhibition at The Wharf DC, the annual March150 exhibitions (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025) at the Torpedo Factory Art Center and Carnal gallery, in Alexandria, VA. Whether through intricate textures or spontaneous gestures, Davin’s work invites viewers to slow down and experience the distinct, culturally diverse world she inhabits.