Krista Kim is a digital artist known for her work exploring the concept of digital consciousness. Kim's interest in digital technology and its impact on human perception, media, social structures, and communication has led her to work in both digital and physical realms. She is a Cultural Leader of the World Economic Forum and Metaverse Editor of Singapore Vogue.
In 2020, Kim created 'Mars House,' a virtual environment rooted in her digital zen philosophy, which became the first "Metaverse home" for sale as an NFT. This work received significant attention and became the highest-grossing NFT sale on SuperRare in March 2021.
In 2014, Kim started the Techism Movement as a response to society's increasing reliance on technology. This philosophy recognizes technological innovation as an artistic discipline and encourages artists to promote digital humanism within our digital culture.
Kim's "Continuum" sound and light installation was featured in Times Square on 96 screens every midnight in February 2022. She has contributed to publications like The New York Times and is recognized for her role as the first female NFT artist in the permanent LACMA collection and has been acknowledged in various publications and lists for her contributions to the metaverse and digital art.
Kim’s immersive installation ‘Heart Space’ at Art Dubai, commissioned by Julius Baer, epitomizes the transformative power of digital art. Through ‘Heart Space’ and other visionary projects, Kim navigates the dynamic landscape of innovation and dialogue, reflecting on her artistic journey, the societal impact of her work, and the boundless possibilities for integrating art and technology in shaping our collective future.
Kim's work has been exhibited in venues such as LACMA, Sotheby's New York, Art Dubai, Hermitage State Museum, Carolina Linz Museum, Palazzo Strozzi, Palazzo Cipolla, Times Square, Art Dubai, Singapore Art, Dongdaemun Plaza Seoul, Tianjin Summer Davos 2023 and Davos 2024 for the World Economic Forum. Through her innovative creations, Krista Kim continues to explore the intersection of technology and art.