Indonesian Children Under the 'Public Phone' Sign... Exhibition of Winning Works from the Hangeul Photo and Video Contest

Exhibition to Be Held at Museum Nadeulgil from October 1 to 30

The National Hangeul Museum, under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, announced on September 30 that it will hold an exhibition of the winning works from the "2025 Hangeul Encounter Photo and Video Contest" from October 1 to 30 at the Museum Nadeulgil.

The grand prize-winning photo in the photography category, "Public Phone and Children" by Indonesian photographer Muhammad Mifta Suwargo. Courtesy of the National Hangeul Museum.

This exhibition will showcase a total of 30 works, including 20 photographs and 10 videos selected through the "2025 Hangeul Encounter Photo and Video Contest." The contest received 6,350 entries from 130 countries. Compared to last year, participation increased by four countries and approximately 199 entries.

Grand Prize in Photography: Children under the 'Public Phone' Sign

The grand prize was awarded to Indonesian photographer Muhammad Mifta Suwargo. His work captures children curiously touching a telephone beneath the Hangul sign for "public phone." The piece received high praise for highlighting how Hangul serves as more than just a script, acting as a medium that connects play and experiences across generations.

The gold prize went to Timothy Jack Silstra from Canada, who photographed a building adorned with Hangul consonants on its exterior. Additionally, Chiquinquira del Valle Nateramoya from Venezuela was honored as a co-winner for her uniquely composed photo featuring a hairpin engraved with Hangul.

Photo of the Gold Prize-winning work. The Hangul decorations on the exterior wall of the high-rise building are impressive. Provided by the National Hangul Museum

Grand Prize in Video: Five-Year-Olds Recite a 14-Line Hangeul Poem

The grand prize in the video category was awarded to "The Most Beautiful Korea" by Hwang Inseon, which features five-year-old children at a daycare center reciting a 14-line poem. The pure expressions and voices of the children conveyed the meaning and value of Hangul, earning high marks from the judges.

The gold prize was awarded to "Hangul Met in a Dream, Changing Everyday Life" by Lee Naeun, which depicts a dream about Hangul before a Korean language test. The work was recognized for its playful portrayal of the structure of Hangul, featuring an audition scene where vowels showcase their unique sounds and charms.

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