Edward Younghan Kim

Art Portfolio

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Art Portfolio -

EXPERIENCE BEHIND THE LENS

EXPERIENCE BEHIND THE LENS

Photography Club

09/2022 - Present

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  • Developed

    Passion for photography, building 3,000+ image portfolio, covering 10+ school events. Preserved emotional moments, curated exhibitions “Fragments of Us” and “In-Between Light,” showcasing personal stories and action shots used in newsletters and social media.




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Edward Still Image Competition

01/2023 - Present

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  • Founded and organized

    Edward Still Image Competition (ESIC) since 2023, curating 120+ student photographs from 30+ participants. Managed planning, promotion, submissions, and judging every semester to promote photography as respected art.

Mother Earth

Credit: Wo***Cho

Cigarette Tree

Credit: Xi***Jin, Se***Bae, Ji***Kim

Withouth Its Pair

Credit: Ju***ang

The Cry of Jeju

Credit: Ja***Han

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The World I See

Credit: Et***ung

Future Snowman

Credit: Je***hoi

Symphony of Urban Glow

Credit: Pe***Kim

Our Dreams Beneath Glow

Credit: Wo***hin

Whispers of Night’s City Glow

Credit: Du***Kim

RESEARCH

Photography as Art and Its Future

05/2025 - Present

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  • Conducted

    an in-depth study on the historical emergence of photography and its impact on traditional painters, analyzing responses from artists such as Chuck Close.

  • Investigated

    the growing presence of AI-generated art, comparing its rise to the initial disruption caused by photography in the 19th century.

  • Wrote

    a 2,000+ word comparative analysis exploring traditional, digital, and AI-based mediums, outlining how shifts in technology continue to redefine artistic roles and creative processes.

CAPTURING MOMENTS FOR CHANGE

CAPTURING MOMENTS FOR CHANGE

Stony Brook Sports Cards

09/2022 - Present

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  • Photographer

    Recognized as go-to school photographer, requested for events. Designed 30+ custom sports card-style photo collectibles. Built reputation for capturing natural, meaningful moments and creating personalized photo projects popular among peers.

RE:SPREAD & CHASE

06/2022 - Present

ReSpread Website
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  • Took Photos

    Took photos for Re:Spread and CHASE in Gangnam, promoting service and awareness. Created 2025 calendar, produced photo/video content, increasing engagement, visibility, and participation in volunteer activities and initiatives.



Dog Shelter Photo Card & Calendar

06/2023 - Present

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  • Volunteered

    80+ hours at dog shelter over five summers/winters. Photographed 50+ rescue dogs, designed 100 postcards, donated in 2023/2024 to support awareness, fundraising, and increase community engagement by 30%.

Stony Brook Dorm Council

08/2023 - Present

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  • Chosen

    as one of 10 Dorm Prefects, guiding and supporting dorm community. Organized 8+ events, addressed concerns, maintained positive environment for 100+ residents, and developed leadership, conflict resolution, and organizational skills.

SPORTS INVOLVEMENT

SPORTS INVOLVEMENT

Varsity Basketball

08/2022 - Present

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  • Finished

    2nd place in the Private Schools’ Athletic Association (PSAA) Champion League and won the PSAA Player of the Week.

  • Selected

    as the Stony Brook School Athlete of the Month 5+ throughout the whole season.

  • Awarded

    for Excellence in Boys Basketball Performance at the end of the year of 2024.