Exploring the Mixed Korean Experience

part art,
part research,
born from the question of identity. 

Cultural Observations

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Ever heard any of the following?

“You’re (insert ethnicity)? I would have NEVER guessed.”

“You’re so lucky to be half-(insert ethnicity, typically light-skinned)”

“Why can’t you speak Korean?”

“Wow, your Korean is so good!” (use a patronizing tone here)

“But you don’t look Korean.”

You also might be familiar with what I will say next - because here are 5 Struggles that Mixed-Koreans Will Understand.

korean model wearing little black dress. Korean fashion.
A market stall in Gwangjang Market in Seoul, South Korea with various packaged goods and signs in Korean
Half Korean model posing on illuminated steps outside a neon-lit arcade in Hongdae, Seoul.