Fine Art
Woodcut Messages from Nampoong-ri
Artist Lee Yun-yub held the exhibition "Woodcut Messages from Nampoong-ri" at the Trunk Gallery. Leading an eco-friendly life in Nampoongri, Gyeonggi-do Province, Lee turns his everyday life into artworks. To him, his works are the means of communication and the medium that connects him with the world. The gigantic piece "Crow ? On Mt. Hallasan" is only comprised of the color black, however, the multifarious wood grain makes the piece all the more diverse. The colored woodcut piece "A Man Who Goes to Work at Night" depicts a salaryman as an owl, while "Rainy Day," made of multiple pieces of wood assembled by screws, displays the artist's distinct way of working. Lee's works are not very sophisticated or decorative. However, his pieces convey the stories of our lives in a witty and warm way. Let's take a glimpse at his world through his artworks.
[Fine Art] Warm stories conveyed by woodcut printing
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Performance
A new language for bodies and music ? ASAC Body Concert
"ASAC Body Concert," produced by Ansan Cultural Foundation, was recently performed at ARKO Performing Arts Center with numerous dancers that have greatly contributed to the popularization of modern dance in Korea. The performance begins with "Body Concert" by Ambiguous Dance Company, known for their distinct, experimental choreographies. This performance covers a variety of genres, ranging from hip-hop, ballet and modern dance, and the dancers overwhelm the audience with their intense energy. "Gription" by Soo-jin Choi Dance Company depicts the infinite weighing of rationality and sensibility on the inside, while "No Comment" by Laboratory Dance Project symbolizes the sadness of a man who lost his family during the Iraq War. The piece is comprised of simple movements, such as beating chests or stamping feet, however, the dancers still exude very strong, dynamic energy. The body is not a tool, but the main component in
