Kim Min-su’s work offers a contemporary interpretation of the patterns and colors of traditional Korean folk painting (minhwa). His pieces, which include motifs such as flowers and birds, insects, still-life objects, and talisman-like figures of gods and heroes, juxtapose familiar folk imagery with contemporary objects—like Starbucks coffee cups or high heels—and incorporate pop-art elements, thereby capturing both the past and the present. The striking red color in his work has long been regarded as a source of energy, symbolizing life, wealth, and the power to ward off evil. It is a color used to pray for blessings, make wishes, and convey passion. By using red as a dominant hue, Kim Min-su expresses people’s desires for prosperity, ambition, and peace, conveying on their behalf the dreams, hopes, and well-being they seek.
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