The artist and local actress is an Edmond, Oklahoma resident. She grew up in Arlington, Texas and began drawing, painting, and writing poetry at an early age.
"I have always enjoyed creating things and it has always been a great release for me, even as a child.”
“My art is an outpouring of myself, my emotions and how I feel at a certain moment. Few things are more healing than sitting down and making something that didn‘t exist prior to that."
Kim uses her talents to serve others in artistic ways.
She has served as a volunteer in the "Meet The Masters" art program for 12 years. It is a program which introduces first through fourth graders at elementary schools to the art of the old masters. "We talk about the works of such artists as Picasso, Monet, Pollock - the early impressionists. One of the artists taught to the fourth graders is Diego Rivera, who was known for his murals. I hoped to let the children have an experience with painting a mural like Diego Rivera did. As each of my own children entered the fourth grade, I was granted permission from the school, and did a special project with each of their classes.
We have accomplished three murals, all of them on canvas which hang in the school. One depicts the school namesake, and the Trail of Tears in Oklahoma. Another is a celebration of The Oklahoma Centennial, which just happened to fall the year that one of my children was in fourth grade. The third is a whimsical and very colorful mural showing school children during their fun activities and also depicting the school itself. I drew off the designs, and the children painted the murals!" she says. They did a wonderful job and it was exciting to see their creativity growing and their happiness over doing the project.
Kim’s work has been displayed and sold in many venues. “ I love working with the local establishments, restaurants, banks, and hangouts, displaying my work there. It has led to meeting great new people and having my work seen by many who would not have seen it otherwise.”
Kim hopes that her art helps people "find beauty in places they least expect it. I want it to send a positive message and inspire people.”
Her latest involvement in the art world is acting. She enjoys doing commercials, movies, films, and other acting jobs.
"It has been so exciting and fun to be among the creative acting talents in this area. There are many great actors, casting directors, agents, and countless others who work tirelessly to bring creations to the Oklahoma area. It has been great working with each of them. I look forward to ongoing involvement and growth in acting, I love it!"
