MiYoung Margolis
Korean American, b. 1979
MiYoung Margolis is a contemporary artist from Seoul currently based in Seattle, WA, known for her vibrant and colorful mixed media paintings. Her works often incorporate elements of nature and the environment, as well as bold brushstrokes and layered heavy textures.
Much of Margolis’ work focuses on feminine emotions to the viewer on the emotional journey experienced by all women. She explores mixing materials to create a sculpture on canvas – oil, acrylic, gels, sand, salt, crystal, cardboard, and rice paper – all these textures combine with rich color to tell a story and convey emotions. In the Press: Combining visual art, calligraphy, and live performance, artists bring to life Korean traditions in Seattle By Dawn Dailey, August 25, 2026, International Examiner
