Artist_Global K-Art 《Sun Woo: Shelter》― An Affective Field Interpreting the Contemporary Through Everyday Objects, Memory, and Technological Residue
Korean-Canadian artist Sun Woo presents her solo exhibition 《Shelter》 at Gallery Vacancy in Shanghai from November 14 to December 27, 2025. This marks the artist’s first solo project with the gallery and signals a significant turning point in her practice, where the sensory structures of contemporary life—embodied through notions of the body, labor, and technology—are condensed into a sculptural, immersive environment.
Artist_News Artist Zadie Xa Named Finalist for the Turner Prize 2025
Korean-Canadian artist Zadie Xa (Korean name Yumi Cha; b. 1983) has been shortlisted for this year's Turner Prize, the UK’s most prestigious contemporary art award.
On April 23, Tate Britain, which organizes the Turner Prize, announced the four finalists for the 2025 edition: Scottish artist Nnena Kalu, Iraqi artist Mohammed Sami, Korean-Canadian artist Zadie Xa, and British artist Rene Matić.
2025.05.06
Artist_News Theresa Hak Kyung Cha’s Largest Retrospective in Over 20 Years to Open at BAMPFA Next Year
A major retrospective of artist Theresa Hak Kyung Cha will be held at the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA) in California, USA, from January to April 2026. Titled 《Multiple Offerings》, the exhibition marks the first large-scale retrospective of Cha’s work in over two decades and is expected to travel internationally following its debut in the U.S.
Artist_News Artist Ayoung Kim Selected as the First Korean Recipient of the 'LG Guggenheim Award'
Ayoung Kim, widely recognized for her innovative media art practice that traverses reality and the virtual, has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 LG Guggenheim Award. Since its launch in 2023, the LG Guggenheim Award has been an internationally recognized prize dedicated to supporting artists who expand the horizons of contemporary art through innovative use of technology.
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.
Museum_Global K-Art 《Kitsch & Pop: Korean Pop Art Now》
《Kitsch & Pop: Korean Pop Art Now》 is an exhibition that re-examines the formation and development of Korean Pop Art through the lens of contemporary art. Organized by the Seoul Museum of Art and presented at the Korean Cultural Center in Hong Kong, the exhibition runs from October 2 to November 22,
2025.10.07
Nonprofit_News Korean Selected as the Official Guest Language for the 2026 Festival d’Avignon
Korean has been selected as the official guest language for next year’s Festival d’Avignon, the world’s largest performing arts festival held annually in Avignon, France. This marks the first time an Asian language has been chosen, and the only instance in which a single national language has received this distinction.
2025.08.12
Art+_News Hyundai Department Store Signs 3-Year Partnership with The Metropolitan Museum of Art
On June 30, Hyundai Department Store Group announced that it has signed a three-year sponsorship agreement with The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, one of the world’s most prestigious art institutions. This marks the first time a Korean retail company has entered into a long-term sponsorship with the Met.
2025.07.08
Art Fair_Global K-Art Korean Galleries Amplify Global Presence at 'Art Basel 2025' From Dansaekhwa Masters to Gender & Migration Narratives: Korean Galleries Take Center Stage
With ‘Art Basel in Basel 2025’ set to open from June 19 to 22 at Messe Basel in Switzerland, Korean galleries are drawing international attention with a strong and diverse presence. This year’s fair features 289 galleries from 42 countries and covers various sectors—including ‘Galleries’, large-scale installations in ‘Unlimited’, citywide public works in ‘Parcours’, and theme-driven presentations in ‘Kabinett’—offering a comprehensive panorama of contemporary art.
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