Do-Hee Sung

The function of my pots shows my experience in Canada and the surface decoration reflects my cultural heritage. I would like to bring my culture closer to people who have different traditions. My intent is that my pieces comfort and calm people just like the old Korean palaces calm and comfort me.

Do-Hee Sung grew up in Korea and lived in Seoul for 25 years, but never understood the value of Korean Culture until she emigrated.  Living in Canada has helped her realize the truth of who she is and the value of her Korea roots.

In her current work, she is specializing in functional ware with traditional Asian motifs. Her ideal kitchen has only hand crafted pots and she can imagine serving guests with hand crafted dishes and mugs and making them feel special by using a pot that is the only one in the world.

Do-Hee strives to share her experience of two different cultures with users and bring her personal story into their kitchens.

The artist is a graduate of the Alberta College of Art and Design (ACAD) with a Ceramics Major (2005).  Her work is in the Alberta Foundation for the Arts Collection and the Canada Council Art Bank.  It has recently been featured in several projects in Korea, including the Unity and Diversity exhibition of Canadian fine craft at the Cheongju International Craft Biennale, and a 4 person exhibition of Calgary potters which organized at the Tong-In Gallery in Seoul.