Category: War+Sorrow Collections

The “War and Sorrow” collections depict the enduring connection between war and the human experience, focusing on suffering, devastation, and the emotional aftermath of conflict. The collection explores how war leaves deep scars on individuals and societies, drawing connections between historical and contemporary warfare experiences.

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Visions of War-Torn Humanity

This drawing, titled “Visions of War-Torn Humanity,” powerfully illustrates the haunting effects of conflict through a stark, faceless figure whose wide, unblinking eyes convey shock and sorrow. Stripped of individual identity, the figure is a universal symbol of humanity’s collective trauma. Its piercing gaze draws the viewer into a silent confrontation with the devastation of war, with each eye reflecting unspeakable horrors and memories of violence that span centuries. Dark, jagged lines surround the eyes, evoking waves of chaos that mirror the relentless cycles of destruction and loss inflicted by war.

Title: Visions of War-Torn Humanity
Artist: Albert Young Choi
Date: November 14, 2024
Medium: Digital Drawing
Dimensions: 4677 x 6622 ppi (A1)

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Fragments of Souls

The drawing “Fragments of Souls” shows a man torn between two identities, highlighting the duality of war and humanity. One side of his face displays agony, symbolizing the brutality of conflict, while the other reflects resilience and compassion. Chaotic lines scar his face, representing the deep fractures within his soul. This powerful image captures the struggle between destruction and hope, urging viewers to confront the complexities of human nature—our capacity for violence intertwined with our longing for peace. It invites reflection on what we cling to and may lose in our pursuit of a better future.

Title: Fragments of Souls
Artist: Albert Young Choi
Date: November 13, 2024
Medium: Digital Drawing
Dimensions: 4677 x 6622 ppi (A1)

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A Haunting Chorus

I portray three ghostly women, each symbolizing a distinct aspect of war’s relentless grip: Destruction, Grief, and Memory. The first figure, fractured and reaching outward, embodies the physical devastation of conflict. The central figure, mouth open in a silent scream, represents the deep, consuming sorrow left in war’s wake. In contrast, the fading, shadowy third figure signifies the quiet erosion of memory as time distances us from these horrors. These spectral forms merge into a haunting lament, capturing the lingering, unseen scars of conflict and the urgent need for remembrance, urging viewers to confront war’s emotional and enduring legacy.

Title: A Haunting Chorus
Artist: Albert Young Choi
Date: November 12, 2024
Medium: Digital Drawing
Dimensions: 4677 x 6622 ppi (A1)

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Eternal Anguish

The “Eternal Anguish” drawing hauntingly depicts a face caught in silent torment, symbolizing the ongoing fear and vulnerability of confronting unseen threats. Dark, jagged lines convey an expression of frozen dread, while the hollow eyes reveal the heavy burden of prolonged trauma and isolation. Each brushstroke exposes the psychological scars inflicted by constant danger, evoking an intense and visceral response. This drawing is a timeless testament to human resilience and the inescapable shadows cast by fear and sorrow.

Title: Eternal Anguish
Artist: Albert Young Choi
Date: November 10, 2024
Medium: Digital Drawing
Dimensions: 4677 x 6622 ppi (A1)

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Pursued Suffering

The figure stands tall yet visibly burdened, embodying the profound agony of losing loved ones. Muscles are tense, and shadows carve into the form, revealing a heart fractured by grief but unwilling to surrender. The figure’s posture captures a fragile balance between vulnerability and resilience—a spirit broken but still determined to pursue life. The figure’s upright stance and clenched fists suggest a fierce resolve to move forward, offering a poignant reflection on the courage to face life amid relentless sorrow.

Title: Pursued Suffering
Artist: Albert Young Choi
Date: November 9, 2024
Medium: Digital Drawing
Dimensions: 4677 x 6622 ppi (A1)

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Chased by Momentum of Pain


In “Chased by Momentum of Pain,” a solitary figure sprints forward, each muscle straining against an unseen anguish force. Rough, expressive lines capture power and desperation like each step battles a relentless, invisible pursuer. Shadows cling tightly, embodying trauma that haunts from within and without. This is no graceful escape but a frantic flight burdened by sorrow and fear. The figure’s head tilts upward, seeking elusive relief, leaving the viewer to wonder if true escape is possible or if the past will forever close in.

Title: Chased by Momentum of Pain
Artist: Albert Young Choi
Date: November 4, 2024
Medium: Digital Drawing
Dimensions: 4677 x 6622 ppi (A1)

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Endless Night of Cries


“Endless Night of Cries” depicts a bound figure kneeling in exhaustion, with his hands and legs tightly tied, symbolizing submission and despair. The expressive lines illustrate his prolonged suffering and sleepless torment as his head droops under the weight of sorrow. Shadows obscure his face, suggesting hollow eyes and unspoken pain. This drawing captures the universal, silent agony of those lost in darkness, representing human resilience and sorrow—a muted cry in an endless night.

Title: Endless Night of Cries
Artist: Albert Young Choi
Date: November 3, 2024
Medium: Digital Drawing
Dimensions: 4677 x 6622 ppi (A1)

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Grip or Fist


This drawing captures the unbreakable spirit and courage found in the darkest moments. It embodies human resilience amidst the devastation of war. Rendered in bold, dark strokes, the clenched hand symbolizes endurance, gripping fiercely onto memories and fragments of hope. Each etched line conveys the raw emotion of survival, reflecting the poignant tension between holding on and pushing back. It serves as a silent testament to the enduring strength that rises in defiance, even in the face of overwhelming hardship.

Title: Grip or Fist
Artist: Albert Young Choi
Date: October 31, 2024
Medium: Digital Drawing
Dimensions: 4677 x 6622 ppi (A1)

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Eclipsed Souls


Three identical soldiers march in unison, their steps echoing in a haunting display of uniformity. Stripped of individuality, they advance toward an unseen horizon bound by duty and despair. Rendered in stark black and white, they risk dissolving into the shadows, embodying the tragedy of war that erases identity. Yet, their unwavering determination is a beacon of hope amidst the agony.

Title: Eclipsed Souls
Artist: Albert Young Choi
Date: October 30, 2024
Medium: Digital Drawing
Dimensions: 4677 x 6622 ppi (A1)

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Rest in Mourning


A lone figure lies face down, motionless on the battlefield, depicted with minimalist lines that capture his vulnerability in a moment of profound surrender. Beneath him, a dark pool spreads—symbolizing his spirit merging with the earth. This haunting pool represents the life he once had, now quietly absorbed into the land. The drawing evokes the deep sorrow and loss that linger after the battle, where the spirit finds its final rest.

Title: Rest in Mourning
Artist: Albert Young Choi
Date: October 29, 2024
Medium: Digital Drawing
Dimensions: 4677 x 6622 ppi (A1)

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