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Korea Herald
13-02-2025
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Yang Jung-uk wins Korea Artist Prize 2024 for humanistic stories
Winner's works on view at Korea Artist Prize 2024 exhibition in MMCA Seoul until March 23 The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea announced kinetic sculpture artist Yang Jung-uk as the recipient of the Korea Artist Prize 2024 on Thursday, in recognition of his creative approach to the medium and humanistic stories shown in his art. Yang was among four finalists for the annual prize, along with Yoon Ji-young, Kwon Ha-youn and Jaen Jun Kaise, each of whom now has works on display at the Korea Artist Prize 2024 exhibition. The winner was selected based on evaluations by the judging committee and public discussions with the artists. Yang creates kinetic installations, visualizing stories – specifically the stories of the people around him – via the concept of repetitive actions. Kinetic installation 'A Cherishing Heart' depicts his married life. It was inspired by dialogue between two family members who slowly become unified through repetitive actions that make them understand one another. 'The artist's humane perspective is imbued in each work, embodying the gestures of people striving to withstand the difficulties of day-to-day living,' the museum noted. Finalists are each awarded 50 million won ($34,500) to support their endeavors. Yang will receive an additional 10 million won as the final winner. The annual award has been co-organized by MMCA and the SBS Foundation since 2012. The Korea Artist Prize 2024 exhibition is on view until March 23.
Korea Herald
13-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Yang Jung-uk wins MMCA's annual artist prize for kinetic sculptures
Artist Yang Jung-uk has been named the winner of the Korea Artist Prize 2024 by the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, the museum said Thursday. Through his kinetic sculptures crafted from wood, motors, lamps and threads, he creates movements that are both individual and perfectly rhythmic, offering a gentle and heartfelt perspective on life. The MMCA said the award is given to him "in recognition of the sheer visual artistry of his work, the novelty of his approach in newly interpreting technology through a humanistic lens, and the expansive potential of his art as work that resonates with numerous people through ordinary experiences rather than grand discourses," it said. His works subtly remind viewers of art's role in "comforting people," it added. Since October, his works have been on display at the museum, alongside those of three other finalists, in an exhibition that runs until March 23. Among the featured pieces is "Someone I Know, in His Garden I've Never Seen," a work inspired by the gardens lovingly tended by his wife and father. Through this moving sculpture, he reflected on their daily labor and the deep personal significance it holds, infusing them with meanings beyond their original functions. The MMCA has co-sponsored the annual prize with the SBS Culture Foundation since 2012 to recognize outstanding artists with keen insight into society and art. Each finalist is awarded 50 million won ($34,400) to support their artwork, with the final winner receiving an additional 10 million won. (Yonhap)
