Arriving in Seoul with little preparation, Greg Ito immersed himself in the city’s energy through spontaneous encounters and explorations. The constant presence of Seoul Tower became a symbolic anchor, representing longing and discovery. Navigating unfamiliar streets and forming new friendships sharpened his awareness of place and self. In his print, Ito frames the landscape within his signature keyhole motif, suggesting both memory and desire. The work transforms a personal moment of connection into a symbolic image that captures the emotional resonance of finally visiting a long-imagined destination.

Seeking a break from urban life, David Heo found calm in the green serenity of Camp Wandawega. Canoeing at sunrise and reflecting on personal relationships shifted his focus inward. Thinking of his partner while surrounded by vast nature sparked a narrative about connection and absence. His print blends mythic symbolism with intimate reflection, portraying emotional ties through layered imagery. The landscape becomes a stage for contemplation, transforming a quiet lakeside experience into a poetic meditation on who we carry with us, even when far from home.

Rome’s layered history and warm color palette resonated deeply with Madi’s intuitive practice. Walking without strict plans allowed spontaneous discoveries to shape her sketches. From architectural grandeur to everyday objects, she gathered fragments of experience that later converged in her studio. The print weaves together symbols from Vatican frescoes to nightlife details, blending personal memory with collective heritage. Rich ochres and expressive forms reflect the city’s timeless atmosphere, transforming a week of exploration into an imaginative and vibrant visual diary.

The vast landscapes of Oregon felt both cinematic and theatrical to William LaChance. Observing small-town life and expansive scenery, he perceived the environment as a stage inhabited by characters. Drawing from this narrative quality, he created a composition where figure and ground blur within painterly abstraction. The print references folk traditions and artificial silhouettes, highlighting the tension between authenticity and artifice. It captures a landscape transformed by imagination, where environment and storytelling merge into a contemplative scene.