Mimi yoon biography

Born in Korea and raised in Southern California, artist Mimi Yoon’s acrylic paintings are very much centered on the power of the feminine form. Often inspired by pop culture references, Yoon’s women are often sexy and sensual and always powerful.

Whether striking a super hero pose or making unexpected choices, they fully own the spaces they occupy. Case in point, Yoon’s Cinderella who’s chosen to purchase her own Air Jordan 1 Banned sneakers “instead of waiting for a prince to bring her a glass slipper.”

Check out our exchange with Yoon via email below. Her work is available to purchase at mimiyoon.bigcartel.com. You can also keep up with her on Facebook and Instagram.

Snobette: At what age did you begin your creative endeavors? What were you first artistic efforts?
Yoon: “According to my mom, I started to draw stick figures when I was a year and a half old. I’ve been doodling Mimi Yoon (@mimiyoon) • Instagram photos and videos.