BK Ku | The Shape of Home
The Shape of Home | 2026
100 x 100cm
Hanji (Korean traditional paper) &
mixed media on canvas, finished with varnish
Timber shadow box frame
Signed and monogramed verso of artwork
$ 3,800
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.
