Yang, Dae Won: Weaver of Geometric Dreams Born in the quiet countryside of Yangpyeong, South Korea, in 1966, Yang Dae Won’s artistic journey began far from the bustling galleries and critical acclaim he now enjoys. His early life, steeped in Korean tradition and a deep connection to nature – evidenced by his later use of Hanji paper – provided a foundational grounding for an artist who would ultimately become renowned for his strikingly geometric paintings and drawings. Initially pursuing studies in Natural Sciences, Yang’s path shifted towards art, driven by a desire to explore the human co…