In Aira Choi paintings, a small woman journeys through a paradise unbound by time, space, or the constraints of life. She traverses steep rocky mountains, endless deserts, deep rivers, and vast seas on her way toward an oasis. Awaiting her are white leopards — the only beasts guarding this paradise — with golden eyes and heart-shaped red noses. The transformation of the leopard’s nose into a heart symbolizes a world where conflict no longer exists, embodying love and eternal happiness — a vision of utopia.

Her paintings feature sacred animals rich with symbolism: the panda represents a curious child, the giant flamingo signifies the crowd, and insects serve as guides. The fruits grow large and the flowers bloom fully, expressing the pinnacle of life within this flawless, ideal world.

Using a refined metal knife to blend paints and apply high-saturation pigments with delicate precision, the artist captures the vivid motion of natural forms. In this abundant paradise, nature stands as an object of reverence and awe — a microcosm of the world as seen through the artist’s eyes.