Born in South Korea and based in Vancouver, Canada, Hailey Kim is a ceramic artist and former interior designer who creates handmade porcelain tableware and functional works of art inspired by the quiet beauty of nature, the changing seasons of the Pacific Northwest, and the timeless elegance of Korean moon jars.
Her background in interior design continues to influence her work, shaping a thoughtful approach to form, proportion, and the relationship between objects and the spaces they inhabit. Each piece is designed not only to be used, but to bring a quiet sense of beauty to everyday living.
Working with both wheel-thrown and hand-built techniques, every piece is thoughtfully crafted and fired in small batches. Guided by simplicity, balance, and the quiet rhythms of everyday life, her work reflects an appreciation for thoughtful craftsmanship and celebrates the understated beauty of handmade objects.
No two pieces are ever exactly the same. Each one carries its own unique character — a reflection of the handmade process and the natural variations that emerge through clay, glaze, and fire.