Singer Jeong Mi-jo has revealed that age-related vision changes and light sensitivity prevent her from continuing her work in visual art, according to a broadcast of MBN’s ‘Kim Joo-ha’s Day & Night’. Appearing alongside fellow musician Song Chang-sik on the program, Jeong wore sunglasses throughout the broadcast to manage discomfort caused by studio lighting.
Aging Eyes Force an End to Painting
Addressing viewer questions during the broadcast, anchor Kim Joo-ha noted concerns regarding the singer wearing sunglasses on camera. According to Jeong Mi-jo, aging over the past few years has made it increasingly difficult for her eyes to process bright light. Because television broadcasts require heavy studio lighting, wearing dark glasses is a practical necessity rather than a fashion choice.
This physical restriction has impacted more than just television appearances. Jeong, a graduate of the Western Painting Department at Ewha Womans University’s College of Art who previously worked as an art college professor, shared that she can no longer create visual art. When guest Song Chang-sik asked about her current artistic output, Jeong stated that while she actively painted until a few years ago, her declining eye health has forced her to stop entirely.
Did you know? Jeong Mi-jo balanced a prominent career in both music and academia, earning her degree and later teaching fine arts alongside her public singing engagements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Jeong Mi-jo wear sunglasses on MBN’s ‘Day & Night’?
According to Jeong Mi-jo, she wears sunglasses to cope with age-related eye discomfort and extreme sensitivity to bright lights, particularly in television studios.
What is Jeong Mi-jo’s educational background in art?
Jeong is a graduate of the Western Painting Department at Ewha Womans University’s College of Art and has worked as an art college professor.
Is Jeong Mi-jo still painting?
No. Jeong stated during the broadcast that due to her current eye health, she can no longer paint, having stopped a few years ago.
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