KT&G Hosts 'Artistart' Exhibition to Nurture Local Emerging Artists

[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Hye-sun] KT&G Sangsangmadang Busan is holding the "1st Artistart" exhibition showcasing works by graduating art students from local universities until the 21st.

Artistart is a public-private cooperation project hosted by KT&G Sangsangmadang Busan and Busan Cultural Center, and supported by Busan Metropolitan City, aimed at nurturing emerging artists in the Busan-Ulsan-Gyeongnam (Bu-Ul-Gyeong) region. About 100 works by 70 graduating students from eight local universities including Busan National University and Gyeongnam National University are exhibited at four locations: KT&G Sangsangmadang Busan, Busan Citizens Hall, BNK Busan Bank Gallery, and Cheongnyeon Jakdangso.

The event also operates a mentoring program to support the prospective artists in growing into professional artists. KT&G plans to help university students solve their concerns and provide advice together with senior artists and experts actively working in the art and exhibition industry.

Furthermore, works selected as outstanding will be granted the opportunity to participate in the '2021 BAMA Busan International Gallery Art Fair,' one of the top art fairs in Korea.

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