Park’s work explores the changing roles of artists in the contemporary world. His work frames modern and contemporary Korean history, engaging complex socio-political subjects including the Cold War, the conflict between the two Koreas, folk religion, and the (re)construction of history. His multi-media works contemplate Korean society, grappling with Korea’s rapid socioeconomic progress that bypassed the necessary postwar reflection and psychological healing.
View the installation video below and visit the exhibition before it closes on 2 July.
Park Chan-kyong: 안녕 安寧 Farewell
May 25—July 2, 2017
Kukje Gallery, K2
Artworks courtesy of the artist and Kukje Gallery
Video by 57STUDIO
Main image: Installation view: Park Chan-kyong, 安寧 FAREWELL, Kukje Gallery, Seoul (25 May–2 July, 2017). Image provided by Kukje Gallery.
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