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Colorful Collapsing Bricks

Kang Yong Kim Paints Prismatic Blocks in a Realistic Manner

— February 16, 2012 — Art & Design
Kang Yong Kim has depicted the same subject in his paintings for almost the entirety of his career, but fans can’t help coming back to his work and galleries won’t stop commissioning his creations. Kim illustrates colorful blocks piled upon, or seemingly collapsing, on one another in highly dramatic fashion. He renders these bricks with utmost attention to real world details like lighting and shadows, demonstrating his propensity for realism - even if it is for something simple.

Many critics have commented on the profoundness of Kang Yong Kim’s work, describing his images as portals to explore the spaces between reality and the imaginary, as well as other bizarre interpretations. Even if you can’t draw a deeper meaning from these images, you can still appreciate the technical craftsmanship required to produce each piece.
Trend Themes
1. Realistic Paintings - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new techniques or technologies to create hyper-realistic paintings that blur the line between reality and imagination.
2. Colorful Art - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new mediums or materials that allow for vibrant and eye-catching artwork to captivate viewers.
3. Architectural Themes - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Fuse architecture and fine art to create unique and visually striking pieces that challenge traditional artistic boundaries.
Industry Implications
1. Artistic Services - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create platforms or technologies that connect artists with clients and facilitate the commissioning process for unique and personalized artwork.
2. Gallery and Exhibition - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Use immersive technologies, such as virtual reality, to enhance the gallery experience and provide a deeper understanding of the showcased artwork.
3. Art Supplies - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new art supplies or tools that enable artists to achieve hyper-realistic effects and experiment with vibrant color palettes.
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