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decoyproxy is a lens-based artist with a background in fashion and brand design, working in Seoul.
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Driven by a desire to observe and understand the world more closely, he began carrying a camera every day.
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He develops independent artistic projects and photobooks while currently working at Seoul-based UNREALSTUDIO.
rbals6810@gmail.com
​​​​​​​@decoyproxy


Education

2025                                                  B.S. Clothing & Textile, Hanyang University, Seoul, South Korea 

Group Exhibition

2025                                                  International Group Photography Exhibition, “A SCIENTIFIC APPROACH”, LoosenArt Gallery, Rome, Italy
2025                                                  International Virtual Photography Exhibition, “Asia”, Carlotta Gallery

Awards & Press

2026                                                  LENSCRATCH, New Beginnings Exhibition, Featured Artist
2026                                                  Eyesmag Artist Interview Feature — Kumho Inn (WALT Geumho)
2026                                                  International Photography Awards (IPA) 2025 — Official Selection

Book & Publication

2026                                                  UMWELT, Self-Published Photobook
2025                                                  Visual Poetry Journal, Issue 2 (May), Published

Work Experience

Feb 2026 – Ongoing                       UNREAL STUDIO (Visual Communication Studio) — Photographer
Jun 2025 – Feb 2026                       EAAH (Fashion Brand) — Brand Designer & Photographer
Oct 2022 – Apr 2025                      MAVI KARGA (Fashion Brand) — Director & Fashion Designer