Kim Eo Mil is a Korean photographer and visual artist based in Seoul, South Korea. She is best known for her unique and captivating photographs of everyday life in South Korea.
Born in Seoul in 1982, Kim Eo Mil developed an interest in photography at an early age. She began taking pictures of her family and friends, and soon realized that she had a talent for capturing the beauty of everyday life. After graduating from high school, she attended the Seoul Institute of the Arts where she studied photography and visual arts.
In 2006, Kim Eo Mil began to pursue her passion for photography professionally. She has since become one of the most sought-after photographers in South Korea, with her work appearing in numerous magazines and exhibitions around the world. Her photographs often focus on the beauty of everyday life in South Korea, capturing moments that are both intimate and powerful.
Kim Eo Mil's work has been featured in several solo exhibitions around the world, including at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (MMCA) in Seoul, as well as at galleries such as Galerie Perrotin Tokyo and Galerie Perrotin Hong Kong. In addition to her photographic work, Kim Eo Mil also creates video art pieces that explore themes such as identity, memory, and nostalgia.
Kim Eo Mil's work has been widely praised by critics for its unique perspective on Korean culture and its ability to capture moments that are both beautiful and poignant. Her photographs have been described as "poetic" and "captivating," with many praising her ability to capture moments that are both intimate yet powerful.