![[Field Sketch] The journey of an artist who viewed all existence as a single life: Seoul Museum's…](/storage/handmk-global/2026/10/80e8d27b-5839-4d40-b6d6-6bd2dad08403-09eff485-thumb.webp)
[Field Sketch] The journey of an artist who viewed all existence as a single life: Seoul Museum's special exhibition for the 30th anniversary of Lim Jik-soon's passing, 《I Want to Paint the Inner World》
Seoul Museum is holding a special exhibition titled 《I Want to Paint the Inner World》 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the passing of Lim Jik-soon in 2026. The exhibition showcases his life and artistic world through approximately 80 oil paintings and various other works.
Activists and Artists Create "Third Paradise Seoul 2026" Together
A public art event in Seoul will feature activists and artists pairing up to create collaborative projects addressing social issues such as the environment, care, human rights, and peace.
《Yeoju International Photography Exhibition 2026》 Opens... Sean Park Participates in ‘Earth Wanderer’
The 《Yeoju International Photography Exhibition 2026》 will be held in the Yeoju area, featuring works by domestic and international photographers against the backdrop of the Namhangang River. Artist Sean Park will participate in the themed exhibition ‘Earth Wanderer,’ showcasing his recordings of urban peripheries.
Seoul Botanic Park, Autumn Garden Special Exhibition... Silver Grass and Endangered Plants in One Place
Seoul Botanic Park is hosting a special autumn plant exhibition titled "Pamfare, An Invitation from the Wind" from today until November 8. The exhibition features various silver grasses, autumn flowers, endangered plants, and coastal native plants, along with themed photo zones for visitors.
"A Day in the Life of a Bukcheong Water Carrier" at the Waterworks Museum: Seoul's Waterways 100 Years Ago
The Waterworks Museum is hosting a special exhibition titled "A Day in the Life of a Bukcheong Water Carrier" from October 1 to 31, exploring the lives of water carriers and the evolution of Seoul's water supply.
Hangul Day 100th Anniversary Event at Gwanghwamun Square... Exhibitions, Experiences, and Performances Prepared
Gwanghwamun Square will transform into a civic cultural space themed around Hangeul. To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the establishment of Hangul Day, the Seoul Metropolitan Government will host Hangeul exhibitions, hands-on experiences, and Korean language performances at Gwanghwamun Square on the 9th.
'Navigating Life with Ottchil' Moon Art Ground Museum holds Kim Gyeong-won's 《Voyage of the Cell 2026》
Moon Art Ground Museum is hosting Kim Gyeong-won's special invitational exhibition, 《Voyage of the Cell 2026》, which explores the layers of human memory and emotion through traditional Ottchil (lacquerware) techniques. The exhibition features paintings, installations, and video works held at Moon Gallery and Silver Screen.
Exhibition of 6 Visually Impaired Artists to be Experienced Through Fingertips: 《How Are You? — Asking After the Unseen》
An exhibition featuring the works of six visually impaired artists, allowing visitors to experience art through touch as well as sight, is being held near Seoul Station. The special invitational exhibition 《How Are You? — Asking After the Unseen》 features 40 works themed around nature and relationships, with 25 pieces open for tactile exploration.
Jang Yoon-gyu Unfolds the Human Interior as a Landscape: 《Meditation: Human Landscape》 Held
Architect Jang Yoon-gyu presents a solo exhibition titled 《Meditation: Human Landscape》 at Space Supernormal in Seongbuk-dong, Seoul, through November 1. The exhibition uses images of nature and space, such as trees, landscapes, mazes, and knots, to explore thoughts on memory, relationships, and time.
![[On-site Sketch] Looking back at 20 years of the pioneer of Korean art toy culture... Coolrain solo…](/storage/handmk-global/2026/10/a65891fb-4f63-4144-84f8-47e467697bfc-48efde25-thumb.webp)
[On-site Sketch] Looking back at 20 years of the pioneer of Korean art toy culture... Coolrain solo exhibition 《ART TOY : PIECES of COOLRAIN》
Artpize is holding the solo exhibition 《ART TOY : PIECES of COOLRAIN》 by Coolrain until November 22 as its first exhibition to celebrate its opening. The exhibition multidimensionally highlights the creative world of Coolrain, who has been active for over 20 years, through finished works, production processes, and archival materials.
Rosa.C holds solo exhibition 《What Are You Doing Today?》 at Alpha Gallery in Namdaemun
Artist Rosa.C is holding her invited solo exhibition 《What Are You Doing Today?》 at Alpha Gallery until the 13th, featuring representative series, new works, and lifestyle goods.
Urban Afterimages Meet Old Objects… Rani Seoul Hosts Nam Shin-o and Hwang Won-hae’s 《VESTIGES》
Rani Seoul is hosting the two-person exhibition 《VESTIGES》 by artists Nam Shin-o and Hwang Won-hae from the 8th to November 27th. The exhibition explores traces left behind through Hwang Won-hae's paintings of urban landscapes and Nam Shin-o's installations using old objects.
See, Hear, and Directly Experience Intangible Heritage: Gyeonggi Intangible Heritage Festival Held in Gapyeong
Gyeonggi Province will hold the 28th Gyeonggi Intangible Heritage Festival at the Gapyeong Culture and Arts Center from October 16 to 18. The festival features performances, exhibitions, and hands-on programs involving holders and successors of Gyeonggi Province's intangible heritage.
“How do I take the coins out?” The craftwork called the miser's purse, ‘Miser’s purse’
The article explores the history and unique design of the "Miser’s purse," a specialized coin purse used in 19th-century Europe and America. It explains how the purse's structure served practical purposes for securing coins and how its name and usage have been interpreted by researchers.
Korea Heritage Service Opens Seokguram Special Exhibition and National Heritage Visit Campaign in Paris
The Korea Heritage Service launched the "A Thousand Years of Buddhist Art's Mystery: Seokguram" special exhibition and the "Korea on Stage in Paris" campaign in Paris, France, to celebrate the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and France.
The wood grain of old Hanok meets the grain of denim: Jo Min-yeol solo exhibition 《Silence of Layers: A New Order Built by What Has Disappeared》
Jo Min-yeol's solo exhibition, "Silence of Layers: A New Order Built by What Has Disappeared," will be held at the Yi Seung-eop House in Samgak-dong from October 6 to 25. The exhibition features craft works reconstructed from discarded denim fragments, showcasing the intersection of traditional Hanok wood grain and the texture of denim.
Between the Scenery Before One's Eyes and the Fingertips… Perigee Gallery Holds Seo Hae-yeong Solo Exhibition 《Pure Sculpture》
Perigee Gallery is hosting Seo Hae-yeong's solo exhibition, 《Pure Sculpture》, starting on the 7th. The exhibition focuses on the fundamental process of sculpture by using mountains, seas, and fog as subjects to explore the relationship between the observer, the object, and the act of creation.
![[Field Sketch] 2026 Gyeonggi Ceramics Biennale ⑤ The Diverse History and Formative Spectrum of…](/storage/handmk-global/2026/10/8cb57284-d8cb-41dd-bf49-9241cb9c3d5b-0cd3a093-thumb.webp)
[Field Sketch] 2026 Gyeonggi Ceramics Biennale ⑤ The Diverse History and Formative Spectrum of Korean Ceramics, "Unfamiliar Traditions" Exhibition
The "Unfamiliar Traditions" exhibition, a collaboration between the Gyeonggi Museum of Contemporary Ceramic Art and Jiwooheon, explores lesser-known Korean ceramic traditions through the works of six artists. The exhibition connects professional museum curation with the art market by utilizing both a museum space and a traditional Hanok gallery.
National Museum of Korea to host 'Conversation with a Curator' in October
The National Museum of Korea will operate exhibition commentary programs every Wednesday in October during its night opening hours. Participants can explore major themes from prehistoric and ancient times to Joseon and the Korean Empire, including the special exhibition "Our Dining Table," alongside curators.
The Time of Clay Layered in a Hanok... Seoul Museum of Craft Art Hosts 《A House Where Time Accumulates》
The Seoul Museum of Craft Art is hosting the exhibition 《A House Where Time Accumulates》 at the Hanok 'Craft Annex' from the 1st to the 29th of this month. Curated by Kwon Sin-ae and featuring ceramic artists Ko Yu-yeon, Moon Hye-ju, and Lee Myeong-jin, the exhibition explores the relationship between the process of layering clay, the human body, and space within a traditional Hanok setting.
MU:DS exports approximately $110,000 abroad... also to be seen at the British Museum
The National Museum Foundation of Korea's museum goods brand, MU:DS, has exported approximately $110,000 worth of products in connection with the special exhibition featuring BTS's RM at SFMOMA. The brand will also expand its presence in North America and Europe by showcasing products at the British Museum in October.
![[Field Sketch] Gyeonggi Ceramics Biennale 2026 ④ Excellent works that inherit and modernize the…](/storage/handmk-global/2026/10/d436f315-b3e8-499b-a0d0-6f56d8df6303-ee0028f8-thumb.webp)
[Field Sketch] Gyeonggi Ceramics Biennale 2026 ④ Excellent works that inherit and modernize the tradition of Korean ceramics, 《Beautiful Korean Ceramics Competition》
The 《Beautiful Korean Ceramics Competition》, held at the Gyeonggi Ceramic Museum in Gwangju until November 1, showcases the potential for traditional Korean ceramics to lead to future creations. This year's seventh competition features 37 selected works from 254 entries, ranging from traditional techniques to modern explorations of form and material.
From Art Museums to Local Attractions... Jeonbuk Museum of Art Operates Honam Tourism and Culture Week Art Tour
The Jeonbuk Museum of Art, in collaboration with the Tourism Industry Division of Jeonbuk State, will conduct the "Honam Tourism and Culture Week Art Tour" from October 1 to 30. The tour offers a 2-day, 1-night itinerary connecting major art spaces and historical sites across Jeonbuk, Jeonnam, and Gwangju.
Gallery T Busan Main Branch to hold Kim Gyeong-hyeon solo exhibition 《COEXISTENCE – Existing Together》
Artist Kim Gyeong-hyeon is holding a solo exhibition in Busan that explores the relationship between humans, nature, and the inner self through scenes of children and animals facing each other. The exhibition, titled 《COEXISTENCE – Existing Together》, will run from September 30 to November 10 at the AVENUEL MF floor of the Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch.
[Field Sketch] The journey of an artist who viewed all existence as a single life: Seoul Museum's special exhibition for the 30th anniversary of Lim Jik-soon's passing, 《I Want to Paint the Inner World》
Seoul Museum is holding a special exhibition titled 《I Want to Paint the Inner World》 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the passing of Lim Jik-soon in 2026. The exhibition showcases his life and artistic world through approximately 80 oil paintings and various other works.
Activists and Artists Create "Third Paradise Seoul 2026" Together
A public art event in Seoul will feature activists and artists pairing up to create collaborative projects addressing social issues such as the environment, care, human rights, and peace.
《Yeoju International Photography Exhibition 2026》 Opens... Sean Park Participates in ‘Earth Wanderer’
The 《Yeoju International Photography Exhibition 2026》 will be held in the Yeoju area, featuring works by domestic and international photographers against the backdrop of the Namhangang River. Artist Sean Park will participate in the themed exhibition ‘Earth Wanderer,’ showcasing his recordings of urban peripheries.
Seoul Botanic Park, Autumn Garden Special Exhibition... Silver Grass and Endangered Plants in One Place
Seoul Botanic Park is hosting a special autumn plant exhibition titled "Pamfare, An Invitation from the Wind" from today until November 8. The exhibition features various silver grasses, autumn flowers, endangered plants, and coastal native plants, along with themed photo zones for visitors.
"A Day in the Life of a Bukcheong Water Carrier" at the Waterworks Museum: Seoul's Waterways 100 Years Ago
The Waterworks Museum is hosting a special exhibition titled "A Day in the Life of a Bukcheong Water Carrier" from October 1 to 31, exploring the lives of water carriers and the evolution of Seoul's water supply.
Hangul Day 100th Anniversary Event at Gwanghwamun Square... Exhibitions, Experiences, and Performances Prepared
Gwanghwamun Square will transform into a civic cultural space themed around Hangeul. To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the establishment of Hangul Day, the Seoul Metropolitan Government will host Hangeul exhibitions, hands-on experiences, and Korean language performances at Gwanghwamun Square on the 9th.
'Navigating Life with Ottchil' Moon Art Ground Museum holds Kim Gyeong-won's 《Voyage of the Cell 2026》
Moon Art Ground Museum is hosting Kim Gyeong-won's special invitational exhibition, 《Voyage of the Cell 2026》, which explores the layers of human memory and emotion through traditional Ottchil (lacquerware) techniques. The exhibition features paintings, installations, and video works held at Moon Gallery and Silver Screen.
Exhibition of 6 Visually Impaired Artists to be Experienced Through Fingertips: 《How Are You? — Asking After the Unseen》
An exhibition featuring the works of six visually impaired artists, allowing visitors to experience art through touch as well as sight, is being held near Seoul Station. The special invitational exhibition 《How Are You? — Asking After the Unseen》 features 40 works themed around nature and relationships, with 25 pieces open for tactile exploration.
Jang Yoon-gyu Unfolds the Human Interior as a Landscape: 《Meditation: Human Landscape》 Held
Architect Jang Yoon-gyu presents a solo exhibition titled 《Meditation: Human Landscape》 at Space Supernormal in Seongbuk-dong, Seoul, through November 1. The exhibition uses images of nature and space, such as trees, landscapes, mazes, and knots, to explore thoughts on memory, relationships, and time.
[On-site Sketch] Looking back at 20 years of the pioneer of Korean art toy culture... Coolrain solo exhibition 《ART TOY : PIECES of COOLRAIN》
Artpize is holding the solo exhibition 《ART TOY : PIECES of COOLRAIN》 by Coolrain until November 22 as its first exhibition to celebrate its opening. The exhibition multidimensionally highlights the creative world of Coolrain, who has been active for over 20 years, through finished works, production processes, and archival materials.
Rosa.C holds solo exhibition 《What Are You Doing Today?》 at Alpha Gallery in Namdaemun
Artist Rosa.C is holding her invited solo exhibition 《What Are You Doing Today?》 at Alpha Gallery until the 13th, featuring representative series, new works, and lifestyle goods.
Urban Afterimages Meet Old Objects… Rani Seoul Hosts Nam Shin-o and Hwang Won-hae’s 《VESTIGES》
Rani Seoul is hosting the two-person exhibition 《VESTIGES》 by artists Nam Shin-o and Hwang Won-hae from the 8th to November 27th. The exhibition explores traces left behind through Hwang Won-hae's paintings of urban landscapes and Nam Shin-o's installations using old objects.
See, Hear, and Directly Experience Intangible Heritage: Gyeonggi Intangible Heritage Festival Held in Gapyeong
Gyeonggi Province will hold the 28th Gyeonggi Intangible Heritage Festival at the Gapyeong Culture and Arts Center from October 16 to 18. The festival features performances, exhibitions, and hands-on programs involving holders and successors of Gyeonggi Province's intangible heritage.
“How do I take the coins out?” The craftwork called the miser's purse, ‘Miser’s purse’
The article explores the history and unique design of the "Miser’s purse," a specialized coin purse used in 19th-century Europe and America. It explains how the purse's structure served practical purposes for securing coins and how its name and usage have been interpreted by researchers.
Korea Heritage Service Opens Seokguram Special Exhibition and National Heritage Visit Campaign in Paris
The Korea Heritage Service launched the "A Thousand Years of Buddhist Art's Mystery: Seokguram" special exhibition and the "Korea on Stage in Paris" campaign in Paris, France, to celebrate the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and France.
The wood grain of old Hanok meets the grain of denim: Jo Min-yeol solo exhibition 《Silence of Layers: A New Order Built by What Has Disappeared》
Jo Min-yeol's solo exhibition, "Silence of Layers: A New Order Built by What Has Disappeared," will be held at the Yi Seung-eop House in Samgak-dong from October 6 to 25. The exhibition features craft works reconstructed from discarded denim fragments, showcasing the intersection of traditional Hanok wood grain and the texture of denim.
Between the Scenery Before One's Eyes and the Fingertips… Perigee Gallery Holds Seo Hae-yeong Solo Exhibition 《Pure Sculpture》
Perigee Gallery is hosting Seo Hae-yeong's solo exhibition, 《Pure Sculpture》, starting on the 7th. The exhibition focuses on the fundamental process of sculpture by using mountains, seas, and fog as subjects to explore the relationship between the observer, the object, and the act of creation.
[Field Sketch] 2026 Gyeonggi Ceramics Biennale ⑤ The Diverse History and Formative Spectrum of Korean Ceramics, "Unfamiliar Traditions" Exhibition
The "Unfamiliar Traditions" exhibition, a collaboration between the Gyeonggi Museum of Contemporary Ceramic Art and Jiwooheon, explores lesser-known Korean ceramic traditions through the works of six artists. The exhibition connects professional museum curation with the art market by utilizing both a museum space and a traditional Hanok gallery.
National Museum of Korea to host 'Conversation with a Curator' in October
The National Museum of Korea will operate exhibition commentary programs every Wednesday in October during its night opening hours. Participants can explore major themes from prehistoric and ancient times to Joseon and the Korean Empire, including the special exhibition "Our Dining Table," alongside curators.
The Time of Clay Layered in a Hanok... Seoul Museum of Craft Art Hosts 《A House Where Time Accumulates》
The Seoul Museum of Craft Art is hosting the exhibition 《A House Where Time Accumulates》 at the Hanok 'Craft Annex' from the 1st to the 29th of this month. Curated by Kwon Sin-ae and featuring ceramic artists Ko Yu-yeon, Moon Hye-ju, and Lee Myeong-jin, the exhibition explores the relationship between the process of layering clay, the human body, and space within a traditional Hanok setting.
MU:DS exports approximately $110,000 abroad... also to be seen at the British Museum
The National Museum Foundation of Korea's museum goods brand, MU:DS, has exported approximately $110,000 worth of products in connection with the special exhibition featuring BTS's RM at SFMOMA. The brand will also expand its presence in North America and Europe by showcasing products at the British Museum in October.
[Field Sketch] Gyeonggi Ceramics Biennale 2026 ④ Excellent works that inherit and modernize the tradition of Korean ceramics, 《Beautiful Korean Ceramics Competition》
The 《Beautiful Korean Ceramics Competition》, held at the Gyeonggi Ceramic Museum in Gwangju until November 1, showcases the potential for traditional Korean ceramics to lead to future creations. This year's seventh competition features 37 selected works from 254 entries, ranging from traditional techniques to modern explorations of form and material.
From Art Museums to Local Attractions... Jeonbuk Museum of Art Operates Honam Tourism and Culture Week Art Tour
The Jeonbuk Museum of Art, in collaboration with the Tourism Industry Division of Jeonbuk State, will conduct the "Honam Tourism and Culture Week Art Tour" from October 1 to 30. The tour offers a 2-day, 1-night itinerary connecting major art spaces and historical sites across Jeonbuk, Jeonnam, and Gwangju.
Gallery T Busan Main Branch to hold Kim Gyeong-hyeon solo exhibition 《COEXISTENCE – Existing Together》
Artist Kim Gyeong-hyeon is holding a solo exhibition in Busan that explores the relationship between humans, nature, and the inner self through scenes of children and animals facing each other. The exhibition, titled 《COEXISTENCE – Existing Together》, will run from September 30 to November 10 at the AVENUEL MF floor of the Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch.