William Choe

William Choe is a painter and collage artist influenced by the bold color palettes of 1990s cartoons and commercial logos. He begins his process with sketches using pens, markers, and paint, later translating these ideas onto larger paper or canvas.

Choe’s work is rooted in imagined narratives, which he expands by layering intricate decorative patterns around his subjects. These patterns are often inspired by his surroundings—for example, the shapes of building windows. Through this detailed approach, Choe aims to celebrate the beauty of labor and craft, while highlighting the playfulness and affection embedded in his imagined worlds.