Krista Kim is a Canadian-Korean contemporary artist and ''

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'' metaverse editor known for incorporation of light, digital technology, and sound into her artistic creations. Her portfolio includes touring installations, displays, and the sale of

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(NFTs), some of which were developed in collaboration with major corporations.

Early life and education

Kim was born to South Korean parents. She completed her undergraduate studies in

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at the

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and went on to receive a master's degree in

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at the LASALLE College of the Arts in

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in 2014.

Career

Kim refers to the overall concept of her art as ''Techism'' and includes techniques and media such as LED lights and

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s to create works. Kim collaborated with Lanvin on a clothing collection in 2018. In 2021, Kim's project ''Mars House'' was described as the first virtual house sold as an NFT, having sold for more than USD$500,000 in

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(ETH) tokens, a

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space. The NFT was designed using video-game software, features music by

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, and comes with interoperable 3D digital files, allowing the owner to integrate the structure into the

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platform of their choice. Kim is the founder of ''Techism'' movement which acknowledges technological advancement as a form of art.

Recognition

Kim has been recognized as one of the UNESCO's "50 Minds for The Next 50". She has been recognized as "the new digital Rothko" by ''Forbes''. Her work has been featured in Singapore, Shanghai, New York, and Washington, D.C.

Personal life

Kim has lived in lived in Tokyo, Seoul, New York and Singapore.

References

External links

Krista Kim Studio
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