Artist_Global K-Art Solo Exhibition of Artist Yun Hyong-keun at Hastings Contemporary in the UK
Hastings Contemporary, an art museum located on the coast of the UK, is presenting the works of Yun Hyong-keun (1928–2007), one of the masters of Korean Dansaekhwa painting, from June 1 to October 1, 2023. This is the first time Yun’s solo exhibition has been held in the UK.
2023.08.07
Artist_Global K-Art Participation of Artists Cha Jaemin and Kim Beom in the 40th EVA International
Celebrating its 40th edition this year, EVA International is the Ireland Biennial of contemporary art. The event is scheduled to take place from August 31 to October 29, 2023. This year’s EVA International will feature artworks, events, and performances from more than 50 Irish and international artists across 17 venues.
Artist_Global K-Art Artist Na Mira Carries on Theresa Cha Hak Kyung's Creative Legacy at the MoCA Tucson
Na Mira, a Korean-American artist born in 1982, has focused on exploring the archive and creative works of the late artist Theresa Hak Kyung Cha (1951-1982). Na has engaged in various such projects over the past few years, including the video installation work Night Vision exhibited at the 2022 Whitney Biennial.
2023.08.07
Artist_Global K-Art Media Artist Kim Ayoung Wins the Golden Nica of the Prix Ars Electronica
Kim Ayoung’s artwork titled Delivery Dancer’s Sphere earned the top prize, the Golden Nica, in the category of New Animation Art at Austria’s Prix Ars Electronica on June 12, the world’s longest-running media art competition. The piece, chosen among 1,116 works from around the globe, had previously been featured in a solo exhibition at the Gallery Hyundai in August 2022.
2023.07.31
Artist_Global K-Art Stephen Friedman Gallery Represents Korean Artist Yooyun Yang
The Stephen Friedman Gallery in the UK now represents Korean artist Yooyun Yang (b. 1985, Korea), who is based in Korea. The artist creates paintings by layering diluted acrylic on traditional Korean paper (hanji) to control the intensity of colors. Yang’s works, featuring photographic-like compositions and repetitive motifs such as blinds, curtains, and railings, transcend reality and imagination. Her solo exhibition was held at the Stephen Friedman Gallery from June 1 to July 22, 2023.
Biennale_News Binna Choi Appointed as Artistic Director for the 61st Venice Biennale Korean Pavilion
The Arts Council Korea (ARKO) has appointed curator Binna Choi as the Artistic Director for the Korean Pavilion at the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia (Venice Biennale) in 2026.
Binna Choi previously served as a curator for the 2016 Gwangju Biennale and as a co-artistic director for the 2022 Singapore Biennale. She was the Director of Casco Art Institute in the Netherlands from 2008 to 2023. She is currently serving as a co-artistic director for the Hawai‘i Triennial 2025, which runs until May 4 this year.
2025.05.06
Art+_News Hyundai Blue Prize+ 2025 Calls for Emerging Curators
On March 20th, the open call for Hyundai Blue Prize+ began, supporting emerging curators. This year's open call has expanded eligibility, allowing any emerging curators residing in Asia or working with themes related to Asia to apply.
2025.04.01
Art+_News Emma Son, Senior Director of Lehmann Maupin Seoul, Promoted to Global Partner
On the 6th, Emma Son, Senior Director of Lehmann Maupin Seoul, was promoted to Global Partner at Lehmann Maupin. The role of a partner involves making all key decisions for the gallery in collaboration with senior directors through strategic meetings.
Art+_News Asian Art Museum of San Francisco Appoints Dr. Soyoung Lee as Director and CEO
On the 14th, the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco announced that Korean curator Soyoung Lee has been appointed as the next Director and CEO of the museum. This marks the first time a Korean curator has been named to lead a major museum in the United States.
2025.01.28
Art+_News San Francisco Museum of Modern Art Abruptly Dismisses Korean Chief Curator Ju Eunji
The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) has abruptly dismissed its Korean chief curator, Ju Eunji. On the 17th (local time), the museum announced that Ju had been removed from her duties due to "workplace misconduct" in accordance with internal regulations.
Gallery_News ARARIO GALLERY SHANGHAI Has Relocated to SUHE HAUS in Jing’an District
ARARIO GALLERY SHANGHAI has relocated to SUHE HAUS, a cultural space along the Suzhou Creek in Jing’an District. ARARIO GALLERY opened its first Chinese branch in 2005 in the Jiu Chang Art District, Beijing. The Beijing space, which operated successfully for over seven years, closed its doors in 2012.
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