Cassandra Kim

Cassandra Kim is a contemporary artist based in Richmond, Virginia, renowned for her “logical nonsense”—a unique brand of pop surrealism that reimagines animals as the subjects of classical, high-society portraiture. By placing creatures like dogs, cats, and birds in formal period attire and dignified poses, she creates a visual paradox that bridges the gap between historical fine art and playful modern narrative. Her work aims to humanize her animal subjects, using humor and absurdity to make traditional portraiture feel more accessible and engaging to a contemporary audience.