photography

THE CENTER FOR FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY : Center Forward Exhibition

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I'm thrilled to announce that my work from the series Yeonsoo is selected for Center Forward Exhibition at THE CENTER FOR FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY


Center Forward with Hamidah Glasgow |THE CENTER FOR FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY
www.c4fap.org

July 18- August 30, 2014, Free Public and Artist Reception August 1, from 6-9 p.m.

20th Juried Exhibition at Griffin Museum of Photography

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I am honored to be part of the 20th Juried Exhibition at Griffin Museum of Photography by Aline Smithson.
Channel 247 was included in the exhibition

http://www.griffinmuseum.org/blog/20th-juried-exhibition/

Exhibition dates: July 10-August 31, 2014
Opening reception: July 10th, 2014 @7pm
67 Shore Road, Winchester MA 01890

LENSCRATCH : : Korea Week : : Guest Editor

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I curated Korea Week on LENSCRATCH as a guest editor which has started today with my new body of work, Personal Landscape.

It is with pleasure, appreciation, and excitement that we share a week of Korean photography, from emerging and established photographers, guest curated by the very capable Hye-Ryoung Min. A big thank you for her efforts and insights this week and we start by Hye-Ryoung Min’s analysis of photography in Korea and then feature one of her new projects. - Aline Smithson

Being a South Korean photographer who lives and works abroad, it was a challenging and yet very interesting challenge to come up with a list of Korea-based photographers whom I admire.

Photography is a bit of newcomer to my country’s art market, which until recently primarily interested in painting and sculpture. Growing up, most photography was black and white documentary work by postwar generation photographers.

When I left Korea in 2005, there were only few photography galleries in Seoul and those galleries represented a few well-established Korean artists and repeatedly featured their images. Major museums would only invite and curate shows for world famous photographers from the 20century.

However, in the last 10 year photography has grown significantly and become more widely appreciated in Korea. Easy access to the internet has allowed a new generation to explore the world of photography and be informed and influenced by various sources. Also, many photographers in this generation study abroad and return with a new vision to our country.

Simultaneously, more photography galleries and alternative spaces have opened as have art fairs and photo festivals, providing a much needed infrastructure for growth.

I have found that photographers in Korea are still interested in exploring societal and historical concerns which are specific to our country. The transition to digital technology has also affected contemporary photographic practice. Many photographers experiment with the technology itself. I was heartened to discover that artists approach these issues through a very personal lens, sometimes overlapping their own identity with the nation’s. There is often a palpable emotional undercurrent there as well and a sort of unresolved tension and anxiety. And in this regard, I found a similarity to my own artistic practice.

Doubtless there is still room to grow for artists, curators and audiences before Korea can be more fully integrated into the international art scene. These days the market should not be limited geographically. I hope Korean photography will continue to thrive and gain visibility. For that reason, I am particularly grateful to Aline Smithson and Lenscratch for inviting me to curate this showcase of contemporary photography from South Korea.
Hye-Ryoung Min

full article here

Korea Society : An Evening of Contemporary Asian Art : : Young Professionals’ Night

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I will be attending An Evening of Contemporary Asian Art as a participating artist

Young Professionals’ Night by Korea Society

Join us at Coohaus Art for a reception; private tour of the art exhibition, Camera Lucida Revisited; and an introductory talk on contemporary Asian art — some of the most vibrant and exciting art being created today. Our hosts, art professors Dr. Deborah Seleeby-Mulligan and Dr. Kyunghee Pyun, will provide a brief explanation of the exhibit and an overview of the contemporary Asian art market, focusing primarily on Korea. They will identify several of the leading and emerging artists (especially those working in New York City), as well as notable collectors, and explain why the market has grown exponentially in recent years.

Whether you’re a collector or just an art-lover, you’re sure to enjoy this evening of fine wine and art with other young professionals at an intimate Chelsea Gallery!

 

Thursday, March 27, 2014  |   6:30 PM @ Coohaus Art  |  547 W 27th St. #307