Sang-Soo Ahn

I would like to talk about Sang-Soo Ahn who is the Korean Graphic Designer. Even though I was Korean, I didn't know about any of Korean Designers. When I researched him for an assignment in last semester, I could find many Korean Designers who are very creative and try to show other country people about Korea. I felt very embarrassed because I always tried to follow what other country people and culture did. After I researched Sang-soo Ahn, I feel strong self-esteem about being a Korean, and one day, I wish I can create a great project that represent Korea.

Sang-Soo Ahn is the godfather of Korean typography. He presents Korean Alphabet, called Hangeul, to the world, and many people was able to know the beauty of Hangeul. He is the most influential typography designer in East Asia.  His jobs are mainly a typographer and graphic designer. Currently, he is doing multi-faceted cultural producer and transmits his design world to poetry, photography and installation widely.

 As I did, when other Asian designers got inspired western design as ideal, Sang-Soo Ahn discovered the beauty of Hangeull he created what he is today as typographer. He loves his country and language. He hopes more people know more about Hangeul and the culture of Korea.  At the end of this week, it is the Korean New Year. (Some people called Chinese New Year.) I feel more proud of  being Korean. and remind myself to be the best Korean graphic Designer. Happy Korean Year!