BK Ku | Opening Lights | SOLD
Opening Lights | 2026
106 x 82 cm
Hanji (Korean traditional paper) &
mixed media on canvas, finished with varnish
Timber shadow box frame
Signed and monogramed verso of artwork
SOLD
RETURNING ECHOES
“Returning Echoes” is inspired by the quiet presence of the Blue Mountains. The changing light, distant ridges, and shifting air create a landscape that feels calm but always moving. The Blue Mountains gave me new life and a fresh perspective. It is where I found a forever home and a place to be. It is also where my art truly began to shine. This place holds deep personal meaning, and each painting carries that quiet gratitude. In these works, I focus on layers, soft edges, and gentle transitions. The mountains appear and fade, like an echo that returns slightly changed. I am drawn to those still moments — when light moves across the hills, when the valley feels peaceful, and when distance brings clarity. Rather than painting one exact view, I try to capture a feeling. Standing before a wide horizon can bring reflection, memory, and a quiet return to ourselves.
BIO
BK KU
BK Ku is a talented artist from the Blue Mountains whose work is deeply influenced by his Korean heritage. He incorporates Hanji - a traditional Korean paper made from mulberry tree bark - into his artistic practice, creating pieces rich in texture and meaning.
A hallmark of BK’s work is his recurring use of the sun and the fluid, elegant lines of fish, adding depth and a sense of movement to his compositions.
BK’s abstract landscapes are bold yet exude a gentle, tactile quality, showcasing his distinct style.
His latest floral works take a different direction, featuring soft, abstract blooms infused with his signature sun motif and layered colour changes.
