Christy
⦁ 현숙 ⦁
Christy ⦁ 현숙 ⦁
Christy Hyonsuk 현숙
Christy Hyonsuk is a mixed-media abstract artist inspired by childhood summers on Jeju Island. Using mainly acrylics, she captures memory, belonging, and heritage, bringing Jeju’s beauty to canvas.
Art blurs time by bringing the past to the present and thought to vision.
- Christy 현숙 (Hyonsuk)
GUMIHO IN MOntCLair, NJ
The Gumiho is a nine tailed fox from Korean folklore. I’ve painted a contemporary Gumiho that is currently hanging in a jewelry studio in Montclair, NJ with 3 other local New Jersey artist. Together we held a Meet the Artist event on May 2nd, 2026. Many of the guests were in enchanted with all the fine jewelry and artworks, and they took the opportunity to chat with all the artists in-person. It was a great event with lots of conversations and laughter.
Gramma has dementia.
My Jeju Grandmother had dementia at the end of her life. I painted my collection Boxes of Tangerines in memory of the many handpicked Jeju boxes of tangerines she would send from the Korean paradise. I’ve donated three paintings to support Gramma Has Dementia Fundraiser 2026 to raise money for Dementia and Alzheimer's research, Women's Alzheimer's Movement, Cleveland Clinic.
See more Boxes of Tangerines HERE.
Learn more about Women’s Alzheimer's Movement at https://thewomensalzheimersmovement.org/
Gramma has Dementia is a 501(3)c in New Jersey. This organization’s mission is to bring awareness and educate Dementia and Alzheimer's disease. GrammaHasDementia.com
Gramma Has Dementia Fundraiser 2026
Date: August 29th, 2026
Time: 4:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: The Captain's Inn, 304 E. Lacey Road, Forked River, NJ
https://www.captainsinnnj.com/
Join us or donate a ticket to a caregiver.
Visit GrammaHasDementia.com
Take a “box of tangerines” Home
Gramma has Dementia, New Jersey
Buy a ticket for a chance to take home an original painting from my collection, boxes of tangerines. Proceeds from the fundraiser will be sent to the Women’s Alzheimer's Movement (WAM).
Learn more about Women’s Alzheimer's Movement at https://thewomensalzheimersmovement.org/
Gramma Has Dementia Fundraiser 2026
Date: August 29th, 2026
Time: 4:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: The Captain's Inn, 304 E. Lacey Road, Forked River, NJ https://www.captainsinnnj.com/
Get your ticket at https://www.grammahasdementia.com/events/gramma-has-dementia-2nd-annual-fundraiser-for-dementia-alzheimers-research
Women make up two-thirds of those living with Alzheimer’s disease. WAM at Cleveland Clinic will continue to fund women-based Alzheimer’s research and educate people about brain health and Alzheimer’s prevention.
Boxes of Tangerines in Forked River, New Jersey
Your Ticket Includes:
• A hardcover copy of Gramma Has Dementia
• Live music
• A Delicious Buffet and a Drink
• Networking Opportunities
Your support matters! A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Women’s Alzheimer Movement (WAM), an organization committed to Alzheimer’s research focused on women.
Learn more about Women’s Alzheimer's Movement at https://thewomensalzheimersmovement.org/ and Gramma has Dementia at https://www.grammahasdementia.com/
Boxes of Tangerines
My Jeju halmoni (grandma) lost many of her memories towards her final days. I painting tangerines to never forget the many handpicks tangerines my Jeju halmoni, Yi Gisul (이기술), sent to me from Jejudo.
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Christy
⦁ 현숙 ⦁
Christy ⦁ 현숙 ⦁
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“Story of Jeju-do, is my love letter to the island, told in color, texture, and form. Through my work, I invite you to step into these memories, to find your own connections, and to experience Jeju in a new way.”
2025 Boxes of Tangerines Bonus Painting
Mix media on 100% Egyptian cotton handmade paper. One of a kind, original, painting.
Boxes of Tangerines Collection is a tribute to Christy Hyonsuk Jeju Grandmother.
Every hand picked tangerine was another sweet “I love you”.
현숙 (“Hyonsuk”)
할머니 (“Halmoni” = Grandmother)
Size 11 x 8 inches
In Frame Size 11.61 x 14.56 inches
Boxes of Tangerines
2025 Boxes of Tangerines 1 of 20
Mix media on 100% cotton handmade paper. One of a kind, original, painting.
Boxes of Tangerines Collection is a tribute to Christy Hyonsuk Jeju Grandmother.
Every hand picked tangerine was another sweet “I love you”.
현숙 (“Hyonsuk”)
할머니 (“Halmoni” = Grandmother)
Size 11 x 8 inches
In Frame Size 11.61 x 14.56 inches
Painting comes with Certificate of Authenticity signed by Christy Hyonsuk.
2025 Boxes of Tangerines 17 of 20, “Bloom”.
Mix media on 100% cotton handmade paper. One of a kind, original, painting.
Boxes of Tangerines Collection is a tribute to Christy Hyonsuk Jeju Grandmother.
Every hand picked tangerine was another sweet “I love you”.
현숙 (“Hyonsuk”)
할머니 (“Halmoni” = Grandmother)
Size 11 x 8 inches
In Frame Size 11.61 x 14.56 inches
DonatE TO ART
I’m just starting out. I little help would be nice. Art shows and exhibits can get expensive.
What Do You Know About Jeju Island?
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Jeju Island is largest island between South Korea and Japan. The island is known for its tangerines, volcanic landscapes and beaches, and its status as a Special Self-Governing Province.
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Many of the residents speak the Korean language since it is taught in schools. Jeju Island has its own dialect that has been fading the last 100 years.
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You should visit Jeju Island to try delicious Jeju tangerines, see volcanic landscapes and caves, waterfalls, and experience the unique culture and food - like the sea woman ‘haenyeo’ and Jeju belt fish.
하르방 (“Ha Rue Bahng”) = Grandpa in Korean Jeju
30x 48 in Canvas, Acrylic
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