EVEN THOUGH BROOKS KIM was born in Seoul, South Korea (and has lived there ever since) it’s only in recent years that the art scene has really exploded in the capital and become a creative magnet for global galleries and art fairs. Even so, art wasn’t big a part of Brooks’ life until he was older. He used to draw as a child but claims his creative talent was lacking – but we suspect he’s either being humble or hard on himself. He would graffiti asa career in art wasn’t an option. “My parents had expectations and wishes for me,” he explains. “A future related to art was not a good option for them.” A degree in Architectural Engineering followed. He learnt the theory of perspective, how to use space, and was able to think deeply about points, lines, and planes. Upon graduation, he joined an animation-related company, eventually making it into a career with a design background – whilst it was also a role professional enough to keep his folks happy.
