Oh Soonyi

At the age of two, Soon Yi lost both arms in a tragic accident, which resulted in her spending many years in hospital. By the age of five, she had learned to perform everyday tasks using her feet. She went on to attend both primary and secondary school, and during her fourth year of secondary education, a teacher encouraged her to try painting by holding a brush between her toes. This sparked her passion for foot painting — a hobby that remains central to her life today.

In 1985, Soon Yi exhibited her work for the first time in Taiwan. That same year, she was accepted to participate in the Korea High School Art Competition. The following year, she began university studies and later graduated with a degree in drawing. In 1987, she was awarded a scholarship from the Association, and in the early 1990s, she completed a two-year art course. Her dedication and talent led to her becoming a Full Member of the VDMFK in 1992.

Soon Yi primarily paints landscapes in oils, and her works have been displayed in numerous exhibitions.