Seung Yoon Choi on Paradox, Instinct, and Painting After His Son's Birth

In an interview with Singulart Magazine, Seoul-based artist Seung Yoon Choi elaborates on his studio practice, connecting his recent creations to the arrival of his son in September 2025, following more than seven IVF attempts. Choi delves into concepts of time and quantum mechanics to illustrate essential forces, with "Cross-section of Consciousness-2025-17" epitomizing his artistic approach. He contemplates insomnia and paradoxes, highlighting the tendency of Korean addresses to prioritize broader contexts and societal expectations. Occasionally, he takes up to two years to finalize a painting, aligning with his inner self. His series "The rule of the freedom" examines the tension between freedom and restraint, while his earlier MESSAGE series sought to communicate human thought patterns to extraterrestrials. Notable works include "Beginning of the stop-2018-9," "Completion of the beginning-2021-1," and "Narrative Mass-2026-11."