Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Won Kim. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Won, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today I’m sure there have been days where the challenges of being an artist or creative force you to think about what it would be like to just have a regular job. When’s the last time you felt that way? Did you have any insights from the experience?

I used to have a regular 9-5 type job and it was fine until it wasn’t. Grass is always greener on the other side right? I didnt feel fulfilled as a person working the way I did. I did art part time and whenever I can fit it in. I did like the security of a steady decent paycheck, insurance, etc, but could definitely feel like something was unfulfilled. It started to get bad when I was taking PTO to just be able to finish a project or too tired from the night before working or djing.

Work and income comes in waves now and as much up and down there is with going full time and trusting the process, I do sometimes miss the simplicity of having a regulated schedule and a steady income stream.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

I paint, dj, and cook for a living. Its not my job to “solve” problems for clients. If my services fit a need for them, I do my best to fulfill it and if I cannot provide the service, Ill find someone that can provide within my network.

Looking back, are there any resources you wish you knew about earlier in your creative journey?

I wish I knew to properly document everthing when I was younger. I didnt always have a camera on me or was never taught the importance of documenting my craft. Its just more about fighting for your relevancy especially with something like graffiti where a lot of the work gets covered quickly.

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

Understanding people, work ethic, and how the world views creatives. Its almost a sociology experiment to see and hear so many differing opinions when it comes to the process or judgement of anything I have to offer. You quickly learn how much work and patience is required to get anywhere.

Contact Info:

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