South Korea

UpTeMPO is a South Korean toy artist and the director of Hands In Factory, a creative collective specializing in character and toy design that embodies street and urban cultural aesthetics. Operating out of Seoul, UpTeMPO has garnered acclaim for his innovative work in character design, painting, and art toy creation. His portfolio features original series such as “Running Horns,” “Problem Children,” “Oceans Crew,” and “Ape Town,” each reflecting his unique artistic vision.