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Exhibitions
《Korean Waves韓流 : Meet 6 Photographers and Korea》, 2011.07.14 – 2011.10.16, Aram Museum of Art
The “Korean Wave” (Hallyu), which began with television dramas in China in 1997, has since continued through K-pop and now extends beyond Asia, captivating audiences around the world. In fact, the term “Hallyu” was originally coined by Chinese media to describe the widespread popularity of Korean popular culture. Over time, its meaning has expanded to refer more broadly to the phenomenon in which people overseas admire and embrace Korean culture itself.
2011.07.14
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Artist Lee Bul Explores the World as a Hybrid that Transcends Boundaries
Lee Bul (b. 1964)’s narrative is reflected in her works through sharp social criticism, historical consciousness, and a search for utopian humanism. The artist draws inspiration from diverse sources – including film, literature and modern architecture, as well as European and South Korean history – to create hybrid forms that convey a fantastical and often disconcerting dystopian vision.
2024.07.02
