The father then pushes his daughter Yun-jeong to disguise herself as her brother and enter the world of court painters.

The grown-up Yun-jeong, now known under the pen name "Hyewon," finally enters the court and learns to paint under the guidance of Kim Hong-do, who is trusted by King Jeongjo.

Kim's jealousy, and his desire to own Yun-bok physically and emotionally, soars to a perilous level.

Sin Yun-bok, better known by the art name Hyewon, was a real historical figure who produced a host of thematically provocative and artistically excellent paintings in the 18th century.

[6][7] Several art history scholars have criticized the Korean entertainment industry for distorting historical facts about the painter, who was unquestionably a man.