Art facilitates cultural exchange

With an aim to host the auspices of Cultural Exchange Programme between the Republic of India and Republic of Korea, artist Kim Ho Suk presented his masterpieces at the opening ceremony of the exhibition 'Hiding Inside the Light,' organized by Korean Cultural Centre India (KCCI) and National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA), New Delhi.

Cho Hyun, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to India expressed his gratitude to Kim Ho-suk for displaying his masterpieces for the benefit of art lovers and general public in India. His artworks bring about in subtle and profound way the trials and tribulations of Korean people as the country passed through difficult times during the Japanese colonial rule and the Korean War during the struggle for democracy. Spirituality and simple living in harmony with nature is the recurrent theme in his art works that remain to this day an inspiration for budding Korean artists.'

Artist Kim Ho Suk said that he was honoured to hold an exhibition in India, the country that is the origin of religion, spirituality, the Ganges River, spices, harmony of variance, kindness, greatness, mystery and curry. He also said that the current society where he is living in is the root and fountain of his art. He is trying to depict meaning of every living thing in this world. Kim KumPyoung, Director Korean Culture Centre India said, "I hope this exhibition becomes a motivation to form a deeper understanding about Korea and Korean art and to invigorate mutual exchange between National Galleries of Modern Art of both countries."

'Hiding Inside the Light' is a solo exhibition that showcases works of art of Kim Ho-suk, a leading artist from South Korea. The exhibition presents key works from his series of portraits, landscapes, animal figures and scenes from daily life which are almost like research that provides an intimate understanding of the social, cultural and political aspects of Korean life.

Adwaita Gadanayak, Director General, National Gallery of Modern Art said, "India and Korea are two old civilizations that share cultural and historical similarities. Both the countries have a strong tradition of arts and literature that has contributed immensely to create a positive image of the country. Both the countries have taken significant steps to establish cultural centres at both countries that promote arts, language and facilitate the exchange of experts." The inauguration was done by Chief Guest Cho Hyun, Ambassador of the republic of Korea to India. The art show will forge ahead till June 25, from 11 am – 6:30 pm except Mondays and national holidays. Museum entry fee is applicable.