Song Kang
During her residency, Song Kang will explore biodiversity and the sprouting stages of various plant species growing at the Gardens. Interested in depicting overlooked plants to elevate the mundane to the fantastical, Kang will create large-scale pen and ink drawings that highlight the textures and details of the Gardens’ smallest wonders.
About the Artist
Song Kang is a Korean-American illustrator based in Atlanta, GA. Born in Busan, South Korea, and raised in the Atlanta suburbs, Kang creates intricately rendered pen and ink environments. Her work has been adapted to multiple formats, including editorials, textiles, animations and packaging.
Gallery
Song Kang, "Contortionist," marker and ink, 2024.
Song Kang, "Trees of Fujiyoshida," ink, 2024.
Song Kang, "Seedling," ink and acrylic paint, 2022.
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