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17-25 October 2026

'BAE-CHAE' Light Series

Light Sculpture

Hosted by Atelier Jun

This project is now archived and was part of DDW20

Portrait Series #1-4
Portrait Series #1-4
'BAE-CHAE' light series is inspired by Korean Old Portrait technique, Known as depicting one’s inner side by back painting skill. Representing the invisible captivated me to contextualize the technique through a light design with a subject of portrait.
One of painting technique, BAE-CHAE, is applying pigments on the back of paper or silk to reflect them to the front. The harmony between the front and the back painting gives a better depiction. However, more than just a visual depth by the technique, it
Portrait Series #5
Portrait Series #5
Portrait Series #6
Portrait Series #6
Portrait Series #7
Portrait Series #7
Portrait Series #8
Portrait Series #8

About Atelier Jun

Atelier Jun is founded by Jungeun Hong, a designer based in Seoul. She focuses on creating light and objet rooted in traditional value and intuitive experiments on materiality, colour, and form.