Samcheok Hosts Lee Jungseop Replica Exhibition... Encounter Korea's Beloved Painter in Samcheok

From June 25 for One Month

Exhibition of 50 Signature Works by Lee Jungseop

Hands-on Programs Including Silver Foil Drawing

Samcheok City in Gangwon Province will hold the exhibition "The Unquenchable Artistic Spirit: Daehyang Lee Jungseop Replica Exhibition" at the Culture and Arts Center for 30 days, from June 25 to July 24.

Lee Jungseop Replica. Provided by Samcheok City

Following the highly acclaimed "Van Gogh Exhibition" held last year, this exhibition has been organized to shed light on the life and artistic world of Daehyang Lee Jungseop, a beloved national painter of Korea. At the venue, 50 high-quality replica pieces have been prepared, faithfully reproducing the vivid inspiration of the original works.

The exhibition is structured into six sections, following Lee Jungseop’s artistic journey and the trajectory of his life in a multidimensional way. The sections are: Section 1 "Expression of the Inner Self: Cow," Section 2 "Longing for Family," Section 3 "Regions Briefly Stayed (Seogwipo, Busan)," Section 4 "Traces of a Brief Stay (Tongyeong)," Section 5 "Traces of a Brief Stay (Seoul, Daegu)," and Section 6 "Period of Misfortune (Jeongneung)." Key works from each period of the artist’s life will be displayed throughout Exhibition Halls 1, 2, and 3, allowing visitors to naturally trace and appreciate his life’s journey.

The event goes beyond simple art appreciation by offering interactive experience programs that the entire family can enjoy together. In Exhibition Hall 3, two hands-on events will be operated to enhance the exhibition’s appeal: "Create Your Own Silver Foil Drawing," which lets visitors try Lee Jungseop’s signature painting technique, and "Magnet Puzzle Assembly."

Additionally, interpretive services will be provided to help visitors gain a deeper understanding of the works. For 15 major pieces, an audio guide accessible via smartphone application will be available. A professional docent will be stationed inside the exhibition halls to offer in-depth explanations to visitors, as well as assist with the operation of the experience programs and ensure safe viewing.

The exhibition will be closed on Mondays and open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (last entry at 5:00 p.m.). Admission is free and open to all, including Samcheok residents and visitors alike.

A Samcheok City official stated, "We are delighted to introduce the passionate artistic spirit of Lee Jungseop, a master of Korean art history, here in Samcheok," adding, "As this is a high-quality cultural exhibition offered free of charge, we hope that many citizens and tourists will come and enjoy a moving experience."

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