Minji

2024

Grayson - hanji pulp and hanji on Bearbrick 400
Magpie Scroll - hanji on upcycled “Good Fortune” scroll

Jakhodo are a genre of Korean folk paintings featuring tigers and magpies with pine trees.
Minhwa were traditionally known for their strong lines; vivid colors; bold, unconventional layouts; wit, humor, and optimistic spirit.

As tigers were believed to expel evil spirits and magpies represented bearers of good news, paintings of this duo were sometimes placed on the front gates or doors of houses to bring good luck

Grayson (tiger) was originally a vintage version Tony the Tiger, Bearbrick 400. He is named after a friend whose grandfather created the original Tony the Tiger as well as the Jolly Green Giant. Grayson’s nose, mouth and teeth spell, Good Fortune, in Korean 福

The total solar eclipse in the top left is representative of time and place. Path of totality.