향기 그리고 담다: Scent in Strokes
LOW | Tattoo Artist
In celebration of Hangul Day*, ELOREA presents a special exhibition with artist LOW, on view through October 26 at our New York flagship. The exhibition features original calligraphy works reinterpreting Hangul as an art of identity and heritage.
*Hangul Day celebrates a creation of Korean alphabets
담다: Earthenware
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Acrylic on earthenware
This work brings together Geon Gon Gam Ri—heaven, earth, water, and fire—with the artist’s vision of fragrance. The elements suggest the foundation and circulation of life, while fragrance speaks to virtue and character. It reflects the Korean spirit and an ancestral way of life rooted in sharing and harmony, reminding us that even the smallest words and actions shape the world around us.
향기: Scent
LOW
Hanji (Korean paper), ink
Inspired by the words of Venerable Beopjeong, “Pure and fragrant,” this work reimagines fragrance as a metaphor for character and conduct. As the saying goes, “The fragrance of flowers is strong, but the fragrance of a person carries farther.” It affirms that life begins with the pursuit of integrity, kindness, and responsibility.
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“To me, tattooing is the most powerful and direct way to express an idea. Language embodies identity, while abstract flow channels raw instinct. When these two forces meet, they shape the foundation of my style. A tattoo, born through pain and carved into the body, becomes the quietest yet most powerful cry.”
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건, 곤, 감, 리: Geon Gon Gam Ri
LOW
Hanji (Korean paper), ink
The four cosmic principles—heaven, earth, water, and fire—are reimagined here in abstract brushstrokes. On the Korean flag they also represent the seasons, the family, and the virtues of humanity. The work asks whether we live in balance with the cycles of nature, reminding us that identity is both the ground of existence and the unseen bond of community.
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맑고, 향기롭게: Pure and Fragrant
LOW
Hanji (Korean paper), ink
Drawing on Venerable Beopjeong’s teaching, this piece reflects on how to live in a way that keeps the world pure and fragrant. Though modern life often overlooks interdependence, we share one origin: I am you, and you are me. Recognizing this connection opens space for generosity, understanding, and love, guiding us toward inner peace.
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한글날: Hangul Day
LOW
Hanji (Korean paper), ink
This work inscribes “Hangul Day” in Korean, which commemorates the creation and proclamation of Hangul, the Korean alphabet. Created by King Sejong the Great in 1446 to promote literacy among the common people, Hangul is celebrated for its unique and deliberate design, often called “scientific” for how its letters reflect the shapes of the mouth and tongue. Hangul Day honors both the cultural significance of the alphabet and King Sejong’s dedication to making language accessible to his people.
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LOW is a New York–based tattoo artist whose work blends calligraphy and abstract brush strokes across Korean, Hanja, and English scripts. Drawing inspiration from Eastern Buddhist philosophy, he uses language as a way to explore identity and spirit, creating lines that embody both intensity and elegance. Believing in the power of language, LOW sees it as a core part of a person’s identity and spirit.
Since 2021, LOW has been working as a tattoo artist in New York’s SoHo area. In 2022, he was recognized in Vogue as one of six Asian artists shaping New York City’s creative scene.
Email hello@elorea.com for inquires