Korean art group 4482 (SASAPARI) showcases inspirational artworks by 17 Korean female artists in Kingston, home of the largest Korean community in Europe.
In collaboration with Kingston Museum, Korean art group 4482 (SASAPARI) presents an exhibition showcasing inspirational artworks by 17 Korean women artists in Kingston, home of the largest Korean community in Europe. This special exhibition offers an insight into these artists’ diverse experiences of self-discovery.
The Korean artists featured in the exhibition include (in alphabetical order) Betty Kim, Dina Jin Bae, Ellen Warner, Eunjung Seo Feleppa, Insuk Kwon, Jeongyeon Kim, Jiyeon Ryu, Min Kim, Mi-Young Choi, Nayoung Jeong, Soobin Lee, Soo Hyun Lee, Soon Yul Kang, Sunny Rebecca Choi, Suyoung Park, Yeonjoo Cho, and Yula Kim. Through a wide range of mediums – ceramics, sculptures, photographs, videos, paintings, and performance art – these talented individuals invite us to explore their past, present, and heritage.
The exhibition also expands the representation of ‘K-Women’ to other female artists associated with Kingston, such as pioneering Estonian sculptor Dora Gordine. It displays a selection of artworks from the collections of Kingston Museum and Dorich House Museum, Kingston University. Together with the works of Korean artists, they demonstrate the brilliance of women artists across generations and cultures.
‘K-Women: Celebrating Korean Female Artists’ is generously supported by the Arts Council England and many Korean corporations and art organisations.
Since its establishment in 2007, 4482[SASAPARI], a non-profit art organisation, has cherished the artistic connection between Korea and the UK. It has become a vital platform for promoting artistic exchange and showcasing contemporary Korean art.
Events & Workshops
This exhibition and its related events & workshops are generously supported using public funding by the Arts Council England. A range of events and workshops are held during the exhibition. All are free to attend.
1 ARTIST TALK by Sunnu Rebecca Choi
‘In-Between Identities: The Emotional Journey of Finding Home’
Thursday 28 Nov 2024 – 6pm-7pm | Register here
Sunnu Rebecca Choi will share her creative process, inspirations, and artistic journey, with opportunities for attendees to ask questions and explore illustration and printmaking.
2 CHILDREN’’s WORKSHOP by Jeongyeon Kim
‘Whimsical Family Tree’
1:15 – 2pm | 2:15 – 9pm
Saturday, 7 Dec 2024 | From Year 1 | Register here
This workshop is an opportunity to reimagine the concept of family, fostering a deeper connection to one’s roots and a broader appreciation for the diverse ways we can express our family histories.
3 ART TALK by Dr Alexandra Loske
‘Lives in Colour: Pioneering Women in Colour History’
6pm, Friday 10 Jan 2025 | Register here
The exhibition presents works by contemporary Korean female artists, while the art talk explores colour in 19th and 20th century British female artists’ works. Both events focus on highlighting “female artists.”
4 CHILDREN’s WORKSHOP by Betty Kim
‘The Past and Present in Your Hands’
10:15 – 11am | 11:15am – 12noon
Saturday, 25 Jan 2025 | From Year 1 | Register here
In this workshop, participants will use oil pastels to express and process emotions, visually representing their experiences to encourage healing and growth.
5 CHILDREN’s WORKSHOP by Soobin Lee
‘Draw My Cloud’
10:15 – 11am |11:15am – 12noon
Saturday, 15 Feb 2025 | From Year 1 | Register here
The workshop invites children to express their emotions through art by drawing and painting on cloud-shaped ceramic or terracotta plates.
6 ART PERFORMANCE by Suyoung Park
‘Heterogeneous Aesthetics’
2pm, Saturday, 8 Mar 2025 | Register here
This performance reveals the hidden struggles and emotions of immigrants in the UK, highlighting their journey of cultural adaptation and inner conflict.
We sincerely thank the sponsors of this exhibition, whose support has enabled us to showcase these remarkable artists.
