Kwon Byungjun's 'I Embrace You' at Buk SeMA Explores Difference Through Robots and Sound
Artist Kwon Byungjun presents a children's exhibition titled 'I Embrace You' at Buk Seoul Museum of Art (Buk SeMA), using robots and sound to explore themes of difference and acceptance. The exhibition draws inspiration from the 2017 arrival of Yemeni refugees on Jeju Island, South Korea, which sparked debates about welcoming strangers. Kwon Byungjun's work encourages young audiences to reflect on diversity and empathy.
Key facts
- Buk SeMA announces children's exhibition 'I Embrace You' by artist Kwon Byungjun
- The exhibition uses robots and sound to explore themes of difference
- In 2017, people from Yemen arrived on Jeju Island, South Korea, as refugees
- Kwon Byungjun's work is inspired by the refugee situation and the concept of 'strangers'
- The exhibition aims to teach children about diversity and acceptance
Entities
Artists
- Kwon Byungjun
Institutions
- Buk Seoul Museum of Art (Buk SeMA)
Locations
- Jeju Island
- South Korea