homeroom is an international podcast bridging the education gap between the classroom and the living room by starting conversations impacting the next generation.

In this episode, I speak with Juri, an artist and student—about her education journey from middle school to college. We talk about the influence her parents and family had on her identity formation, how her experiences growing up as a minority culture shaped her voice and artwork, and the teachers and mentors who helped her see the value in her self expression. We also discuss the genesis behind some of her well known works, and where she finds inspiration to create art in our society today.

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Juri, a Los Angeles-based visual artist, captures the essence of her Korean-American identity with an enigmatic perspective. Recognized by institutions like the National YoungArts Foundation and the National Scholastic Art and Writing Competition, her work has gained international exposure. Exhibited at venues such as the Getty Center and Band of Vices Gallery, Juri's photography portrays her experiences with a hauntingly beautiful touch, inviting viewers into a world of mystery and introspection. https://www.instagram.com/jurikim_/

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Rée is a visual storyteller and educator exploring the consequences that mass education has on creativity, identity, and interpersonal connection. https://www.instagram.com/theinterdisciplinarian