Sang Hyun Paek is a South Korean photographer and visual artist. He was born in Seoul, South Korea in 1975 and has been living and working in the city ever since.
Paek's work focuses on the relationship between people and their environment, often exploring themes of identity, memory, and nostalgia. His photographs are characterized by a unique blend of documentary-style realism and surrealism. He often uses long exposures to capture the subtle nuances of his subjects, creating dreamlike images that evoke a sense of nostalgia.
Paek has exhibited his work internationally, including at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, the Seoul Museum of Art in South Korea, and the Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Photography in Japan. His work has also been featured in numerous publications such as The New York Times Magazine, The Guardian, and Vogue Italia.
In addition to his photography career, Paek is also an accomplished filmmaker. He has directed several short films that have been screened at film festivals around the world. He is currently working on his first feature-length film which is set to be released later this year.
Paek's work continues to explore themes of identity and memory while pushing boundaries with its unique blend of realism and surrealism. His photographs are a testament to his skill as an artist and storyteller who captures moments that will stay with us forever.