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.
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
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.
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Investigated
the growing presence of AI-generated art, comparing its rise to the initial disruption caused by photography in the 19th century.
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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
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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.
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Selected
as the Stony Brook School Athlete of the Month 5+ throughout the whole season.
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Awarded
for Excellence in Boys Basketball Performance at the end of the year of 2024.


















