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As we eagerly await the arrival of\u00a0The Gateway: Korea<\/a>, we invite you to join us on the journey to our flagship event going global. The Gateway will feature an audio-visual gallery where art, technology, and community unite.<\/em> Attendees will also be able to engage in fireside chats with visionary creators worldwide, representing both Western and Eastern cultures.<\/em><\/p>\n As we are on the road to Korea, we\u2019ve interviewed some of the most notable Korean creators in the Web3 space who will be exhibiting at the event, each pioneering their artistic journey in unique ways.<\/em> <\/p>\n Korean American artist Grant Yun<\/a>, an embodiment of versatility and passion, has been turning heads in multiple spheres of life. In the digital art world, he\u2019s celebrated for his impressive sales<\/a> and auctions, with pieces showcased at elite establishments like Christie\u2019s<\/a> and Sotheby\u2019s<\/a>. But art isn\u2019t his only calling. Parallel to his achievements in the art world, Yun is deeply engrossed in his medical studies, demonstrating a unique blend of analytical and creative skills. In a world where many specialize in one domain, Yun\u2019s dedication to both art and medicine exemplifies the potential for a multifaceted career.<\/p>\n While Yun identifies as Korean, he grew up far from the bustling streets of Seoul. Yun\u2019s journey, distinctively colored by his Korean heritage and American upbringing in Southern California, gives depth and dimension to his artistry. In a conversation with nft now, Yun discussed his background, identity, and its influence on his work. <\/p>\n Currently based in Wisconsin, where he attends medical school, Yun\u2019s Neo-Precisionist art style frequently portrays the landscapes of the Midwest. One of his most popular collections, Midwest<\/a>, is a series of illustrations that serve as a testament to a romanticized view of America, capturing the unadorned yet captivating essence of Midwest life.<\/p>\n \u201cThe emptiness, the flatness, the peace, the tranquility of the landscape I was placed into was a combination of artistic inspiration and fear of the unknown,\u201d Yun said<\/a>. <\/p>\n However, despite his extended stay in Wisconsin, his formative years were spent in San Jose, California, surrounded by a predominantly Asian American community. <\/p>\n \u201cI grew up in the Bay Area. But you know, oftentimes, we would go down to SoCal, specifically Los Angeles,\u201d Yun said. \u201cLA is one of the biggest hubs for Korean Americans in the United States. There is a unique culture to Koreans here in America and those who are trying to find a different identity apart from those who are native to Korea itself.\u201d<\/p>\n While Yun is American, his heritage is deeply rooted in Korea. His parents and grandparents hail from there, with his father moving to America when he was only a year old. This offered Yun a unique perspective with a father who identifies as Asian American, specifically Korean American. Shortly after marrying his father, his mother also made her way to the United States. As a child, Korean was Yun\u2019s first language. He says he even spent a portion of his early years in Korea, making frequent trips throughout his youth.<\/p>\n His artistic inclinations can be traced back to his mother and aunt, who were instrumental in his upbringing. Both of them held Masters degree in Art, and their works, predominantly influenced by Korean traditions, adorned the walls of his childhood home. While Yun\u2019s pieces and art aren\u2019t of the same style, being around art was a daily source of inspiration for young Grant.<\/p>\nA life with many homes <\/h2>\n
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