Media artist initiates Queen Exhibition in Seoul
British rock band Queen's biopic Bohemian Rhapsody swept Korea last year, motivating some loyal fans to go to movie theaters again and again, leading to sales of nearly 10 million tickets. Spurred by the rare, huge success of the musical film, the "Queen phenomenon" hit the local art scene. Starting Sunday, "Bohemian Rhapsody: The Queen Exhibition" opened for Korean fans at t...
Jung Hae-myoung | 2019-07-09 15:53
Ahn Eun-me is the future
Choreographer and dancer Ahn Eun-me is a person of eccentricity. She shaves her head, wears colorful clothes and is constantly moving her body. The unforgettable dancer decided to celebrate the 30th anniversary of her career not at a traditional theater, but in an art museum.
Kwon Mee-yoo | 2019-07-07 17:24
Artists reinvent traditional painting
Art of the 21st century uses a wide range of materials and methods, and more artists are looking for novel ideas to stand out. Amid the surge of new media, painting was once considered dead, but in fact the genre never dies as painters continue to experiment with new methods and reinterpret existential themes through the traditional medium.
Yongsan Park Gallery expands space [VIDEO]
The gallery opened its new facility Friday using another USO building, after an agreement with the U.S. military. It will be used for amenities, visitor activities and archives, said Kim Hong-ryeol, a city official in charge of the gallery.
Ha Chong-hyun finds conjunction between spirit and performance
Throughout his career, artist Ha Chong-hyun, 84, has been searching for an answer to a burning question: What are the fundamental elements of a painting?He has explored various challenges and experiments in his well-known "Conjunction" series, which redefines the notion of conventional wisdom of painting by tackling the canvas from behind, in order to answer the question.
Artistry of French umbrellas showcased at Platform-L
Umbrellas may be a modern necessity, but few consider them to be worthy of special attention. However, French umbrella collector and maker Michel Heurtault thinks differently. He has brought his prized collections to Seoul. Heurtault's collection of French umbrellas and parasols, as well as those he created himself, are on view along with contemporary art at the Platform-L Co...
Royal relics returned
"Junghwagungin," a seal presumed to be used by the royal family of the 1392-1910 Joseon Kingdom, left, and a square-shaped white porcelain jar dating back to the 19th century, are on view during a press conference announcing the cultural artifacts' return, at the National Palace Museum of Korea, Wednesday.
Yun Hyong-keun exhibit recognized in Venice
"Dansaekhwa" (Korean monochrome painting) artist Yun Hyong-keun (1928-2007) is considered one of the masters of Korean modern art, who lived through Korea's tumultuous modern history. "Yun Hyong-keun, a Retrospective," being held at Palazzo Fortuny alongside the 58th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, is co-presented by the National Museum of Modern and C...
New look on modern art pioneers who abandoned brushes
Korea's modern art grew up in a harsh environment as the country went through colonization by Japan in the early 20th century and political upheavals afterwards. "Rediscovery of Korean Modern Artists 1, When Brushes Are Abandoned," a new exhibition at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (MMCA) at Deoksu Palace sheds light on those who paved way for modern art i...
Lee Kun-yong draws with his body
Lee Kun-yong, a trailblazer of performance art in Korea, lets his body do the talking.The 77-year-old artist took off his shoes and socks and hunkered down at Pace Seoul, where his solo exhibition "Form of Now" is on view, during a press preview on June 3. He started to move onward, marking lines with a piece of chalk in his right hand, moving it from side to side. As the art...