Mario Jung

The artist Mario Jung has perhaps one of the most inspiring personal stories you’ll come across in an artist. Being able to overcome incredible adversity to regain the use of his physical faculties is a testament to his strength of will. It’s also the genesis of his uniquely flexible painting style that showcases versatility and determination at the same time.

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Mario Jung Paintings — Contemporary Impasto Landscapes

Myung Mario Jung was born on September 14th, 1949 in Seoul, Korea. His promising career as an artist began in the mid 80’s, but his life changed dramatically after a catastrophic fall from a third story balcony which left Mario blind, deaf and paralyzed. Not even interested in eating, Mario had given up, until he had a spiritual dream that renewed his strength and his will to live. Mario made a full recovery, amazing and perplexing his doctors, family and friends. Since then he has meticulously developed his flexible artistic style.

Mario’s tremendous popularity is highlighted by his ability to paint in many diverse styles ranging from classic and realistic styles, to passionate impasto paintings with richly textured details. His extraordinary use of light, reflection, dramatic brush strokes and attention to detail are unique traits in his style of painting and distinguish his work from his contemporaries. He studied at the Seoul Industrial Junior College, from which he graduated in 1971. In July 1986, he entered the Exhibition of Fine Art of the Seoul Artists Association, and was awarded the Grand Prize of Western style painting, and was invited to become a member of the Seoul Artists Association. His work has also been submitted to the Korea Art Exhibition, the New York Art Expo, and the Han Kook Art and Culture Association. This has built Mario a strong reputation as an outstanding national and international artist.

FAQs

Are these Mario Jung originals?

Yes! All of Mario Jung's works are originals.

What inspires Mario Jung's art?

When Mairo Jung was devastatingly injured to the pint where he was blind, deaf, paralyzed, he had visions of beautiful scenery. The paintings Mario Jung has created are a reflection of those visions and dreams.

Can I get Mario Jung commission?

Yes, Mario Jung will work with clients to design the oil painting of their dreams. If you find elements of multiple paintings you like, he can take those inspirations and create something uniquely your own.

What does Jung paint with?

Mario Jung exclusively works with oil. He paints layer by layer, creating a beautiful dimensional piece.

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