Marshall Kim
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In the earliest memories of my existence, I remember clutching a pencil in my fragile hand, scribbling lines across paper almost instinctively. My connection with art sprouted in kindergarten, an era when my fascination with birds consumed my young mind. Birds of all species took flight from my imagination onto every available surface of my notebooks. As I matured, my infatuation with birds slowly faded, making way for the influences of various media that captured my attention. Each new show, movie, or video game captivated my mind, plunging me into fantastical worlds where I imagined myself as an integral part. Seated at my desk, I'd eagerly grab my colored pencils and A4 paper, translating the essence of these fictional dimensions into original characters imbued with unique abilities and narratives – perfectly woven into these imaginative worlds. The art of creation bloomed into my all-consuming passion, a love that persists within me to this day. 

 

My artistic journey can be divided into two main categories: one focusing on personal growth and the other on concept art. I strive to articulate my journey of adversity and battles against severe depression and anxiety by revisiting my childhood connection with birds. Therapy became my beacon, enlightening me with insights I could never have uncovered alone. Armed with this newfound self-awareness, I now seize my paintbrush, covering blank canvases with a palette full of colors and forms that reflect my relentless resilience, as if vibrant wings take flight within my ever-expanding imagination. 

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While I find solace in fine art, my true passion lies within concept design. Crafting characters, props, environments, and creatures allows me to construct entire fictional universes that overflow with different facets of my being. These creative excitements will enable me to transcend the confines of the relatively mundane reality, immersing myself into the sanctuary of my inventions. My aspiration is to empower other young minds through art, the same way art had a transformative impact on shaping my early years. My ultimate desire is to etch a lasting imprint in the entertainment industry, recognized as an artist whose creations sparked a universal love for art in people worldwide.