Kim Jung Gi was a South Korean illustrator, cartoonist, and manhwa artist known for his remarkable ability to create large, highly detailed illustrations from memory. His work gained widespread acclaim for its intricacy and precision, showcasing his extraordinary visual memory and artistic skill.
Kim Jung Gi was born on February 7, 1975, in South Korea. He would go on to become a renowned illustrator, cartoonist, and manhwa artist, famous for his highly detailed illustrations drawn from memory.
In 1975, Kim Jung Gi was inspired to start drawing after viewing an illustration from the manga Dr. Slump by Akira Toriyama. Despite his teachers' disapproval of his doodling in class, this inspiration marked the beginning of his artistic journey.
Around the year 2000, Kim Jung Gi began his career as an artist, focusing primarily on military-related works.
In 2001, Kim Jung Gi chose 'Kim Jung Gi' as his English name over his legal name, Kim Jung Ki. He found 'Gi' to be more visually appealing, marking a significant personal decision in his career.
In 2001, Kim Jung Gi continued to develop his career, which included publishing works and teaching art.
In 2002, Kim Jung Gi published his first work, 'Funny Funny,' in the Japanese magazine Young Jump. This marked a significant milestone in his artistic career.
By 2003, Kim Jung Gi had begun teaching art at universities and private schools, sharing his expertise with aspiring artists.
From 2014, Kim Jung Gi started publicly exhibiting his drawing process at special events, where he would draw large artworks directly on a white canvas without any preliminary sketching.
In 2014, Kim Jung Gi collaborated with Belgian comics artist Jean-David Morvan to provide illustrations for Morvan's 'SpyGames' comics.
In 2015, Kim Jung Gi attempted to set a Guinness world record for the 'longest drawing by an individual,' showcasing his remarkable drawing skills and endurance.
In 2016, Kim Jung Gi once again collaborated with Jean-David Morvan, this time illustrating 'McCurry, NYC, 9/11.'
In 2017, Kim Jung Gi collaborated with Japanese illustrator Katsuya Terada, one of his favorite artists, marking a significant personal and professional milestone.
Kim Jung Gi passed away on October 3, 2022. He left behind a legacy as a highly skilled South Korean illustrator, cartoonist, and manhwa artist known for his intricate and memory-based drawings.
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