Ji Hyun Yu

Ji Hyun Yu is an illustrator with a curious eye on her surroundings. Born in Seoul, South Korea, and based in Frankfurt, Germany, she graduated from the University of Applied Sciences Mainz with a BA in Communication Design. Her intricate scenic illustrations slowly reveal hidden details and ironies of everyday life through surreal characters and familiar modern satire. Ji's work is inspired by architecture, people, and film, featuring vibrant color and witty moments. She has worked with The New York Times, National Geographic, GQ, Esquire, and The Guardian. Ji is a member of the Parallel Universe illustration collective.

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