We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Jinistar. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Jinistar below.
Jinistar, appreciate you making time for us and sharing your wisdom with the community. So many of us go through similar pain points throughout our journeys and so hearing about how others overcame obstacles can be helpful. One of those struggles is keeping creativity alive despite all the stresses, challenges and problems we might be dealing with. How do you keep your creativity alive?
I don’t exactly know how to explain it, but there’s always a second vision in my head…kind of like multiple windows open on a computer desktop. When I first see ti, the images are blurry. I can make out a basic outline but no details.
The first step is Study: lots and lots of research. Online or out in the world, I find inspiration everywhere. After some time with the new info the image starts to develop like a picture.
Finally I can start to build. Sometimes it’s done and perfect on the first try and others it takes lots of remakes…because it’s a puzzle. But it’s something I have to see into existence so I can share my vision with the world.
Appreciate the insights and wisdom. Before we dig deeper and ask you about the skills that matter and more, maybe you can tell our readers about yourself?
My work has always played with perception—using optical illusions, strategic lighting, and layered 3D effects to push the boundaries of how we see and what we think we know. Over time, these pieces have evolved from flat, two-dimensional images to sculptural forms and moving visuals, reflecting a growing need to embody complexity rather than flatten it. Inspired by fashion, natural patterns and illusion my works are meticulously hand-cut and folded, transforming surface into structure, image into object. The process itself mirrors a journey of becoming: layered, nonlinear, and unapologetically intricate. I’m regularly showing around NYC & Seoul, South Korea and currently in the early stages of curating my first Experience Exhibition.
There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?
My Fashion Training My life experience: sexuality/ family/my awakening in NYC
My ability to be present
Don’t judge a book by its cover, always approach every encounter with an open mind. There are good and bad things to take away from every experience and all of those lessons have value. I came here for a short period to learn English and never expected to be here over 15 years and work as a New York fashion designer and artist. When it feels like has betrayed you, only you can escape with a positive attitude.
If you knew you only had a decade of life left, how would you spend that decade?
My goal has always been to create an immersive world, the Jinistar Experience. If I only had 10 years left on this earth, I would focus on creating an experience that engulfs the guest through my emotions and visual mind. A fully formed, walk through environment full of 3D and interactive textile works.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.studiojinistar.com
- Instagram: @studiojinistar
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