SHIN MIN
b. 1985, South KoreaShin MIN is an artist based in Seoul, Korea and holds a degree in mechanical engineering from Hong-ik University. Min Shin explores the history of violence against the vulnerable, in particular, women. Her works highlight the dominance of the strong over the weak, drawing from her experiences of corporations exploiting part-time workers and instances of oppression against women.
Her sculptures give a political edge to her depictions of women laborers in today’s world. Showcasing unattractive portrayals of young women, she unveils the suffering endured by ordinary people. Her subjects are often victims of misogyny and sexual objectification in contemporary South Korean society. Min Shin’s practice involves utilizing mass-produced products, adding substantial volume to sculptures, and exploring the potential of a simple medium: paper. Notable exhibitions of Shins’ work include, Seoul Museum of Contemporary Art, Jeonbuk Museum of Art, Museum of Contemporary Art Busan, and OCI Museum of Art.
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