"Run Like a Horse, Strengthen Our Reading Power"... Gangseo Library Launches Public Art Project

Gangseo Library Collaborates with Artist Choi Gilsu
"Leaping Horse with Book" Art Installed on Exterior Wall

Gangseo Library, under the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education, is launching a public art project ahead of 2026, the Year of the Horse.

Gangseo Library announced that it has collaborated with artist Choi Gilsu, who has continued his creative work under the theme of "Positive Life and Happy Life," to install a large-scale art wall advertisement on the exterior wall of the library. Photo by Gangseo Library

On March 12, Gangseo Library announced that it had collaborated with artist Choi Gilsu, who has continued his creative work under the theme "Positive Life·Happy Life," to install a large art wall promotional piece on the exterior wall of the library.

The core of this project is to present the slogan "In 2026, Run Like a Horse, Strengthen Our Reading Power" and to portray a horse energetically leaping with a book in its mouth as a piece of public art.

The library explained that the dynamic image of the horse symbolizes challenge and progress, while the book in the horse's mouth represents the value of learning and knowledge. Additionally, artist Choi’s signature bright and vibrant colors were used to capture both the spatial identity of the library and its artistic message.

Artist Choi stated, "The horse has long symbolized challenge and dynamism," adding, "The image of a horse jumping with a book in its mouth conveys the meaning that knowledge can elevate our lives." He further expressed, "I hope everyone who visits the library will gain energy of positivity and hope."

A representative from Gangseo Library said, "The library is now more than just a place to read books; it is an open platform where local culture and art coexist. Through this art collaboration, we aim to become a more approachable and iconic cultural space for our community."

Gangseo Library also plans to operate a variety of reading programs and exhibition content in connection with the installation of this artwork. The library expects that this collaboration will serve as an opportunity to enhance the public image of the institution and spread a positive message throughout the local community by combining art with reading culture.

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