-- In 2024, emerging contemporary jewelry designer Yujeong Han made waves in the jewelry industry by receiving prestigious awards that highlighted her innovative approach to design. Most notably, at the 24th International Jewelry Design Contest hosted by the Korea Jewelry Design Association (KJDA), she achieved an extraordinary feat, winning eight distinct awards, including the Excellent Design Award, shocking the industry with her groundbreaking work. Further showcasing her talent, she also received the Special Selected Award at the 14th International Jewelry Art Design Contest hosted by the Korea Gem Trade Association (KGTA).
Yujeong Han's remarkable success is rooted in her strong academic and professional background. A graduate of Ewha Womans University with a major in Fine Arts and Fashion Design, and a master's degree in Jewelry & Metals from the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), Yujeong Han has also made her mark as a high jewelry designer. Through her multifaceted background, she has established a strong foundation in both contemporary and luxury jewelry design.
What sets Han apart is her ability to transcend the traditional confines of jewelry design, using her works to reflect sharp commentary on social issues. Her contemporary jewelry pieces particularly stand out as they boldly question societal norms and conformity. Through her work, Han challenges the rigid definitions of normality, expressing her views on these issues through the powerful medium of jewelry.
Summoned Metamorphosis: 2022.2.10, Copper on Lacquer, Cord, Leather, 19 x 23 x 3(cm), 2023
Her award-winning collection “Beyond Magic: Revolutionary Unboxism” delivers a strong message about society’s uniformity that stifles individuality. The pieces evoke a resistance against the societal pressures to conform, urging for freedom, equality, and the acknowledgment of one’s unique value. The collection also conveys a deep sense of frustration with a world that suppresses individuality and a strong desire for change.
“My work is like a magical girl fighting against the injustices of the world with magical powers,” Han explains. “It awakens the spirit of resistance within us, instilling the power to change the world.” Han redefines jewelry, viewing it not merely as an ornament, but as a symbol of resistance and individuality.
Each piece in “Beyond Magic: Revolutionary Unboxism” embodies courage and determination, opposing the conformity of society. Han’s works go beyond simple decoration, becoming vehicles for cultural discourse and symbols with deeper meaning. As she describes, “Jewelry becomes more than just an object that expresses individuality; it transforms into a medium that shapes social dialogue and redefines cultural symbolism.”
Han’s recognition and awards reaffirm her artistic sensibility and her role as a socially engaged artist. In Korea, where contemporary jewelry is still a relatively unfamiliar concept, Han’s work has played a significant role in raising awareness about the field.
Looking ahead, Yujeong Han expressed her commitment to continue pushing boundaries within the contemporary jewelry space, stating, “I will continue to create works that bring greater awareness to contemporary jewelry in Korea, producing pieces that are not only meaningful but also uniquely personal.” With this resolve, Han’s future in the world of contemporary jewelry promises to be as revolutionary as her past work.
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