Jung Dong Hyun is a South Korean photographer and visual artist. He was born in Seoul, South Korea in 1975 and has been taking photographs since he was a child. He studied photography at the Seoul Institute of the Arts and graduated in 1998.
Jung Dong Hyun is known for his unique style of photography, which often combines elements of traditional Korean culture with modern techniques. His work has been featured in numerous exhibitions around the world, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York City and the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Seoul. He has also had solo exhibitions at galleries such as Gallery Hyundai in Seoul and Galerie Perrotin in Paris.
Jung Dong Hyun's work often focuses on themes such as identity, memory, and nostalgia. He often uses traditional Korean materials such as hanji paper or hanbok fabric to create his images. His photographs have been published in books such as "Korean Photography Now" (2008) and "Korean Photography: A History" (2009).
In addition to his photographic work, Jung Dong Hyun is also an active member of the Korean art community. He has served as a jury member for several art competitions, including the Korea International Photo Festival (KIPF) and the Seoul International Photo Festival (SIPF). He is also a founding member of the Korean Photographers Association (KPA).
Jung Dong Hyun's work continues to be exhibited around the world, with recent shows at venues such as The Photographers' Gallery in London and The Museum of Fine Arts Houston. His photographs have also been featured in publications such as The New York Times Magazine, Vogue Korea, Harper's Bazaar Korea, and W Magazine Korea.