Jungeun An
Jungeun An (JJ An) is a Korean artist who immigrated to Canada at the age of thirteen.
Her works stem from identity, memory, and trauma.
JJ pulls narratives from experiences pertaining to her bi-nationality. This attention to her cultural and ethnic background provides works with diversified perspectives and unique infusions of culture.
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Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art & Design, University of Alberta
Exhibitions
2023 Beyond Human Will, U of A Rutherford Library, Edmonton, AB
2023 A.A., dc3 Art Projects, Edmonton, AB 2022 The Silence of the Sweat, Lowlands, Edmonton, AB
2022 BFA Grad Show 2021/2022, FAB Gallery, Edmonton, AB 2022 Present Tense, SNAP Gallery, Edmonton, AB
2022 Room 22, dc3 Art Projects, Edmonton, AB, 2019 Rhythm and Rhyme, Edmonton City Hall, Edmonton, AB
2018 International Sculpture Day, U of A Rutherford Library, Edmonton, AB
2017 New Visions, Victoria School of the Arts, Black Tile Gallery, Edmonton, AB
2016 The Works Art & Design Festival, Edmonton, AB
2015 AGA Student Exhibition, Art Gallery of Alberta, Edmonton, AB
Relevant Experience and Awards
2024 Crescendo Early Learning Centre, Indoor Mural
2023 U of A Sculpture Department, Practicum
2023 U of A Bookstore Sales Associate, Art Section Specialist
2023 STEPS Canada, Create Space Public Art Forum
2022-2023 U of A Vice President, Visual Arts Student Association (VASA)
2021-2022 U of A Grad Chair, Visual Arts Student Association (VASA)
Publications
2024 Circe Magazine Featured Artist
Residencies
2023 NE Sculpture Factory, Intern Residency, Minneapolis MN, U.S.
Markets
2024 ETLC Craft Fair
2024 Cuties Market
2024 Circe Market