Renowned Korean Sculptors Kim Yoon-shin and Lee Kang-seung to Showcase Art at 2024 Venice Biennale

Renowned Korean Sculptors Kim Yoon-shin and Lee Kang-seung Selected to Participate in the 2024 Venice Biennale

Kim Yoon-shin and Lee Kang-seung, two highly acclaimed Korean sculptors, have been chosen to showcase their works at the main exhibition of the 60th International Art Exhibition at the 2024 Venice Biennale. The event, which will run from April 20th to November 24th, is a prestigious platform that celebrates artistic diversity and fosters international dialogue.

Kim Yoon-shin: A Celebrated Sculptor with a Lasting Legacy

At the age of 89, Kim Yoon-shin has established a remarkable reputation both in Korea and abroad. His recent collaboration with an overseas gallery, marking his first venture into the realm of commercial galleries after a career spanning over 60 years, has garnered significant attention. Kim Yoon-shin’s artistic journey has been characterized by his perpetual status as an outsider, shuttling between Argentina and Korea.

Invited by Adriano Pedrosa, the first-ever Latin American artistic director of the Venice Biennale, Kim Yoon-shin’s participation in the event holds profound significance as it presents an opportunity to showcase his unique artistic world to the global art community.

Lee Kang-seung: Continuity in Telling the Stories of Marginalized Communities

Lee Kang-seung, a multi-disciplinary artist and a nominee for the “2023 Artist of the Year” award, will also be participating in the Venice Biennale. His work aims to challenge dominant narratives centered around white, male, and heterosexual perspectives, visualizing the existence of marginalized individuals.

Lee Kang-seung has gained recognition in the international art scene through his participation in major exhibitions such as the Gwangju Biennale and the New Museum Triennial. Currently, his works are being exhibited as part of the “2023 Artist of the Year” exhibition at the Seoul Museum of Art.

The 60th Venice Biennale: Celebrating Diversity

The 60th edition of the Venice Biennale, themed “Stranieri ovunque – Foreigners Everywhere,” has a rich history of promoting international dialogue and understanding through art. The theme, derived from Claire Fontaine’s sculpture series, symbolizes the presence and contributions of foreigners in society.

Artistic director Adriano Pedrosa has emphasized a focus on the works of foreign, immigrant, refugee, and migrant artists. The exhibition aims to shed light on the experiences of artists operating on the fringes of the art world, including queer artists, self-taught artists, and folk artists.

Korean Pavilion: Introducing “Gujung-ah – Odorama City”

In the Korean Pavilion at the 2024 Venice Biennale, the work “Gujung-ah – Odorama City,” directed by Lee Sun-hee and Jacob Fabricius, will be showcased. This exhibition will present a unique perspective on contemporary issues through the artistic vision of Gujung-ah.

With the participation of Kim Yoon-shin and Lee Kang-seung, the Venice Biennale continues to serve as a platform to showcase the diversity and talent of Korean artists on the global stage. This esteemed event brings together art enthusiasts, collectors, and curators from around the world, providing artists with a valuable opportunity to present their works and engage with a global audience.

Source: Newsis