Artist Biography
We are pleased to introduce you to the captivating work of Seoul-based artist Ota. Born in 1981, Ota honed her artistic skills at Incheon National University and brings a unique perspective to her paintings, blending her background in motion graphic art direction with a formative language that resonates with popular culture and cinematic elements.
Ota’s work is characterized by a vibrant exploration of color, which she uses to express the contradictions and conflicting emotions inherent in the human experience. Her paintings invite viewers to contemplate the paradox of life and the poignant beauty found within melancholy. Through nuanced light, disparate color combinations, and ethereal atmospheres, Ota creates evocative portraits that capture the essence of youth and the depth of human emotion.
As one critic eloquently stated, “Ota’s captivating oil paintings bring vibrant colors and cinematic flair to her evocative portraits. With each brushstroke, she creates a symphony of emotions, capturing the essence of youth and inviting viewers into a world of profound experiences. Through her unique style and ability to convey deep emotions, Ota’s artwork resonates deeply with audiences worldwide.”
Ota’s artistic journey has been marked by numerous successful exhibitions throughout Seoul, including a sold-out show at Gallery Marong and a notable exhibition at Gallery Polestarart titled ‘Beyond The Face’. Her work has also garnered international recognition with exhibitions in Paris, Madrid, and New York.
We invite you to explore Ota’s artwork and experience the emotional depth and visual vibrancy that she so masterfully creates.
Selected Exhibitions
2023 Solo Show (Collector Zero One Gallery, Seoul)
2023 UVNT ARTFAIR (Madrid, Spain)
2023 Roy Gallery Open Call Group Show (Roy Gallery, Seoul)
2023 Group Show, (Cohle gallery, Paris, France)
2023 Lotte Art Fair Busan (Lotte Signiel Busan)
2023 Urban Break Artfair 2023 (COEX, Seoul)
2023 Park Jong-ho, Ota Duo Show (Beka Gallery, Seoul)
2023 Guyhepner Editions Online show (Guyheper gallery, New York)
2023 Beyond the face 3Group show (Polestar Art Gallery, Seoul)
2022 Charity group Show for Ukraine (4log Art space, Seoul)
2022 Group Show (Beeum Gallery, Seoul)
2022 Group Show (Art Square Gallery, Seoul)
2022 Solo exhibition (Traart, Seoul)
2022 Group Show (Gallery Marong, Seoul)
2022 Solo Show (Gallery Soma, Ilsan)
2022 Bank Art Fair (COEX Intercontinental Hotel, Seoul)
2022 Incheon Asia Art Show Art Fair (Songdo Convensia, Incheon)
2022 Group Show (Cohle gallery, Paris, France)
