Art Exhibitions

Art Exhibitions

Magnetic Power

Various Galleries

Through June 6

Organized by the ASEAN-Korea Centre, ``Magnetic Power'' introduces Southeast Asian and Korean photography and new media art. The exhibition features 20 artists from ASEAN countries and 10 artists from Korea. Participating galleries include Coreana Museum of Art, Gallery Jungmiso, namely Gallery Sun Contemporary, Gallery Jinsun, Lee C Gallery, Hanbyukwon Gallery, Gallery Doll, Kimhyunjoo Gallery and Gallery Sang. Visit www.aseankorea.org.

Nervous Track

Atelier Hermes

Through Aug. 9

Atelier Hermes, located in Sinsa-dong, is hosting the solo exhibition of Scottish artist Jim Lambie. Lambie, born in 1964 in Glasgow, Scotland, was short-listed for the 2005 Turner Prize with an installation called ``Mental Oyster." The exhibition in Seoul will feature his new installation work ``Eight Miles High."

100 Daehangro

Arko Art Center

Through July 5

Arko Art Center is commemorating 30 years since it moved to Daehangro with a special exhibition. The center's memories and experiences in the past 30 years are presented in the context of visual arts. Thirty artists and artist groups are participating. Visit www.arkoartcenter.or.kr or call (02) 760-4850.

Kim Byung-jong

Gallery Hyundai Gangnam Space

June 2-21

Colorful, whimsical artworks by Kim Byung-jong are on display at Gallery Hyundai, Gangnam Space. Visit www.galleryhyundai.com.

Kent Henricksen

Arario Gallery Seoul

Through June 21

American artist Kent Henricksen is holding his first solo exhibition in Seoul. On display at Arario Gallery Seoul are Henricksen's signature works such as embroidered silkscreen pieces, sculptures and wallpaper. Visit www.arariogallery.com.

Kim Dong-yoo

Leehwaik Gallery

Through June 10

Twenty of Kim Dong-yoo's art works will be displayed at his solo exhibition. He uses images of Audrey Hepburn, Che Guevarra, Fidel Castro and recreates crumpled versions of classic paintings like the Mona Lisa. Call (02) 730-7817 and visit www.leehwaikgallery.com.

Wildwood Air

Kukje Gallery

Through June 28

Sen Chung is holding a solo exhibition at Kukje Gallery. Visit www.kukjegallery.com.

Nature Poem Vol. 1

Michael Schultz Gallery Seoul

Through June 14

German Artist Hermann Standl is holding a solo exhibition at the Michael Schultz Gallery, Cheongdam-dong. Visit www.schultzgallery.co.kr or call (02) 546-7955.

Meet the Blythe

Coreana Museum

Through July 12

The big-eyed Blythe dolls are a cult favorite among many. Collector Kim Yun-seon is showing off her Blythe doll collection, which she started in 2002, at the Coreana Museum's 1st floor open gallery. Visit www.spacec.co.kr.

Arcadia

Gallery LVS

Through June 2

Seong Tae-jin creates colorful pop artworks depicting modern robots in the Three Kingdom series. Call (02) 3443-7475

Dreamers

Brain Factory

Through June 7

``Dreamers" is an exhibition of portraits of unknown actors by Hwang Joon-hyun. Brain Factory is located in Tongui-dong, Jongno, Seoul. Visit www.brainfactory.org.

Re: Membering: Next of Japan

Doosan Gallery

Through June 24

Doosan Gallery and Alternative Space Loop are hosting simultaneous exhibitions featuring 20 rising Japanese contemporary artists. Visit www.doosanartcenter.com or www.galleryloop.com.

I Love You

N Gallery

Through June 7

Artists Gu Jang-seung and Jang Ji-won are holding a joint exhibition of their artworks which convey the feeling of love. N Gallery is located in Seohyeon-dong, Bundang, Gyeonggi Province. Visit www.ngalleryart.com.

Skyline

Gallery Space

Through June 21

Chung Seung-un presents installation works that explore the relationship between space and art. ``Skyline'' represents the connection of curvilinear lines from his hometown's mountains and the linear lines of the urban landscape. Visit www.space-culture.com.

Ceramics-Climax

Gyeonggi Museum of Modern Art

Through July 5

This contemporary ceramic art exhibition sheds light on the tradition and legacy of ceramics in Gyeonggi Province. Aside from ceramic artworks by a range of artists, the museum is also introducing a video installation of the late video artist Paik Nam June ``Shaping the Future with Earth.'' Visit www.gma.or.kr.

Art in Bloom 2009: The Storming Party in Art Museum

Seoul Museum of Art

Through June 14

Fresh and vibrant Pop Art works by rising Korean artists and art groups such as Kim Ye-sol, Byun Dae-young, Kim & Hyun and Sticky Monster Lab are on display at the Seoul Museum of Art. Visit www.seoulma.org.

Itemtity

Gallery Em

Through June 13

Lee Si-woo created the term ``itemtity,'' a combination of item and identity, to refer to the exploration of identity in his paintings. Visit www.galleryem.co.kr or call (02) 544-8145.

Green

Gallery 2

Through June 6

Green may be the title of Kim Byung-hoon's solo exhibition, but the color green is nowhere to be found in his C-print art works featuring plants and trees. Visit www.gallery2.co.kr.

Julian Opie

Kukje Gallery

Through May 31

Leading British artist Julian Opie is known for his use of computerized imagery, creating human figures with black flat lines. His solo exhibition is held at Kukje Gallery, located near Gyeongbok Palace. Visit www.kukjegallery.com or call (02) 733-8449.

'72, Goam, Venice

The Museum of Photography, Seoul

Through June 6

The Hanmi Foundation of Arts and Culture has organized a retrospective of paintings, collages and prints by the late renowned painter Lee Ungno. Lee combined traditional brush painting with abstract modernism in his acclaimed works. Visit www.photomuseum.or.kr or call (02) 418-1315.

Open Your Third Eye

National Museum of Contemporary Art, Korea

Through June 7

Contemporary Indian art is on display at the National Museum of Contemporary Art, in Gwacheon. To get there, get off at Seoul Grand Park, Line 4, Exit 4. A shuttle bus brings visitors to the museum. Visit www.moca.go.kr.

Adagio for Springs

Arario Gallery, Cheonan

Through June 7

Shine Kong's paintings from the ``Yestoday'' series exude an air of whimsy. Visit www.arariogallery.com

Art & Synesthesia

Seoul Museum of Art

Through June 7

The Art & Synesthesia exhibition aims to give museum-goers a new experience in viewing art by allowing them to also touch and smell the artwork on display. A total of 24 Korean artists have participated in the exhibition. Visit www.seoulmoa.org or call (02) 2124-8800.

Portraits of the Great Korean Imperial Family

The Museum of Photography Seoul

Through June 6

Rare, original photographs of the Joseon Dynasty's last royal family taken from 1897-1910 are displayed at the Museum of Photography. Tickets cost 5,000 won. Visit www.photomuseum.or.kr.

New Acquisitions 2008

National Musuem of Contemporary Art

Through June 7

The National Museum of Contemporary Art is showing off 212 new works it acquired last year and added to its already extensive art collection. Among the new acquisitions are drawings by Lee Joong-sub and photographs by Kim Il-chang and Kim Han-yong. Part One of the exhibition runs through June 7, and Part Two runs June 16-Aug 30. To get there, get off Seoul Grand Park Station, line No.4, exit 4. Visit www.moca.go.kr/index.htm.

Multiple/ Dialogue

National Museum of Contemporary Art of Korea

Through Feb. 7, 2010

This yearlong exhibition brings together the works of the late Paik Nam-june and Korean-American artist Kang Ik-joong. On display is Paik's multimedia installation and Kang's installation work, made of thousands of paintings, woodcuts and drawings. The two artists may have come from different generations and have distinct artistic styles, but their art continues to enthrall. To get there, get off at Seoul Grand Park Subway Line 4, Exit 4, where a shuttle bus to the museum is available every 20 minutes. Visit http://www.moca.go.kr.

Hwang Seon-tae

Dr. Park Gallery

Through May 31

Hwang Seon-tae presents his series of glass-photos at Dr. Park Gallery, Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi Province. He describes the glass-photos as his own thinking space, with each piece comprised of a photo, glass and wood. Visit www.drparkart.com.

Dominique Mulhem

Yea Sung Gallery

Through May 31

French artist Dominique Mulhem studied art at the National Superior Fine Arts School of Paris and is holding a solo exhibition in Seoul at the Yea Sung Gallery. Call (02) 738-3630 or email yeasung-gallery@hanmail.net.

Asia's Spring

M Gallery, Gwangju

Through May 30

An exhibition featuring photographs with the theme of Asian democracy, human rights and peace is being held at the M Gallery, Daein Market, Gwangju, South Jeolla Province. The UNESCO Asia-Pacific Centre of Education for International Understanding (APCEIU) organized the exhibition.

David Korty

I III Art

Through May 30

American artist David Korty is holding his first solo show in Seoul at the I III Art gallery in Sinsa-dong, Gangnam. Visit www.imartgallery.com.

Kids

The Very Hungry Caterpillar & Other Eric Carle Favorites

Baekam Art Hall

June 23-July 12

Based on the book of same title, which has been translated into over 47 languages. This special show of Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia will bring the children to the wonderful world of fairy tales. Korean dubbed-version will be available every Saturday. All tickets are 30,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 559-1333. Located near exit 8 of Samseong Station on subway line 2.

Kids' Nanta

Woongjin Think Big Art Hall

Open Run

Famous percussion instrument musical Nanta is remade as a kids' musical. Four cooks are given an order to prepare a birthday party for 100 children within a few hours. Suddenly four magicians appear and help them prepare food and cakes. The musical also presents laser and magic shows, and ends with Korean traditional rhythmic music. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 50,000 won. For more information visit www.ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 738-8289. Located near from Seolleung Station on subway Bundang line.

Family Musical Momo

Changjo Concert Hall

Open Run

Momo is a delightful little girl who has the gift of listening. She helps people find their way out of problems by simply listening to them. But everything changes as the Men in Grey arrive at the village. The meaning of time is altered to a hectic and sterile concept, leaving Momo on a quest to bring back the pleasant village and the meaning of time to their righteous place. All tickets cost 20,000 won. For more information, visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 747-7001. Located near exit 4 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.

Sports Games

Baseball

Saturday, May 30, 2009

LG vs. KIA

Jamsil Stadium at 5 p.m.

Heroes vs. Lotte

Mokdong Stadium at 5 p.m.

Hanhwa vs. Doosan

Daejun Stadium at 5 p.m.

Samsung vs. SK

Daegu Stadium at 5 p.m.

Sunday, May 31, 2009

LG vs. KIA

Jamsil Stadium at 2 p.m.

Heroes vs. Lotte

Mokdong Stadium at 2 p.m.

Hanhwa vs. Doosan

Daejun Stadium at 5 p.m.

Samsung vs. SK

Daegu Stadium at 5 p.m.

Horseracing

Gwacheon Seoul Race Track

The Gwacheon Seoul Race Track holds races from 10:30 a.m. to 5:10 p.m., every Saturday and Sunday. Get off at Seoul Racecourse Station, subway line 4, exit 3. For more information, call (02)509-1114 or visit at www.kra.co.kr.

[출처 : 코리아타임스]