Li Jikai
Arario Gallery, Cheonan
Through Jan. 24
Rising Chinese artist Li Jikai is holding a solo exhibition at Arario Gallery Cheonan. He has been attracting attention for his work questioning the existence of human life. He received acclaim for his last solo show, ``Clear," at Beijing's renowned Today Art Museum earlier this year. The gallery is open Tuesday to Sunday. Visit www.arariogallery.co.kr.
Art Show
Millennium Seoul Hilton lobby
Through Dec. 31
The Millennium Seoul Hilton is hosting an art show featuring works of Korean artists Koo Cha-soong, Roh Jae-soon, and Shin Hyun-koog. This is the fifth art exhibit to be held in the hotel lobby. Call (02) 317-3012.
Sweet November
UNC Gallery
Through Dec. 3
Eight Korean artists are showing their work at a group exhibit at UNC Gallery this fall. Call (02) 733-2798 or visit www.uncgallery.com
King
Gallery 2
Through Dec. 20
Son Dong-hyun is holding a solo exhibition at Gallery 2. Visit ww.gallery2.co.kr or call (02) 3448-2112.
The Farm
Gallery Hyundai Gangnam Space
Through Dec. 12
Brightly colored flower-filled landscapes by Lee Dai-won are on display at the exhibition. Visit www.galleryhyundai.com or call (02) 519-0800.
Dumb project: VOL.01
Seomi & Tuus Gallery
Through Dec. 5
Rising artist Moon Hyung-min is undertaking ``dumb project: VOL.01" at Seomi & Tuus Gallery in Cheongdam-dong. Call (02) 511-7305.
From Face to Face
Michael Schultz Gallery
Through Dec. 14
German artist Cornelia Schleime paints portraits with an eye for well-defined facial expressions and costume details. Visit www.schultzgallery.co.kr or call (02) 546-7955.
2 Handbags in a Pickle
Arko Art Center, Insa Art Space
Nov. 22-Feb.8
Acclaimed German artist John Bock is holding his first solo show in Asia, a new full-length video piece, ``PARA ― SCHIZO ensnarled," which was specifically commissioned and produced for the Korean show by Arko Art Center and Insa Art Space. Visit www.arkoartcenter.or.kr or www.insaartspace.or.kr.
Sun Guang Hua
Gallery Godo
Through Nov. 25
Sun Guang hua's pop art paintings prominently feature influential Chinese figure Mao Zedong. Mao is seen trying to hurl rocks at birds in ``Hit With Stone,'' or eating corn in ``Harvest.'' Sun was born in Dalian, China in 1962, and graduated from the Central Academy of Fine Arts in Beijing. Visit www.gallerygodo.com or call (02) 720-2223.
The Next of Russian Art
Alternative Space Loop
Through Nov. 28
Six Russian contemporary artists, Irina Korina, Sergei Shekhovtsov, Ivan Plusch, Vlad Kulkov, Semion Faibisovich and Bluesoup, are showing their works at the Alternative Space Loop, Seokyo, Mapo-gu. Vist www.galleryloop.com or call (02) 3141-1377.
A Study on the Embarrassment of Nudity
Art Space Hue
Through Nov. 29
Han Ker-yoon is holding a video art solo exhibit at the Art Space Hue, Seogyo, Mapo. It is open Monday to Saturday. Call (02) 333-0955.
Luis Jacob
PKM Gallery
Through Nov. 23
Luis Jacob, is showing images of dance, sculpture, movement and audience participation through photographs, videos and sound recordings in Platform Seoul 2008. In his works, he explores the interaction between an individual and society and the possibility of a new way of participating. Visit www.pkmgallery.com
Over the Rainbow
Yoo Art Space
``Over the Rainbow'' is a group exhibition featuring 60 recent works of 16 New York-based emerging artists. Artists from the United States, Korea, Mexico, Canada, Japan and China explore the challenges of contemporary life and reflect on the character of New York City in their works. Visit www.yooartspace.com or call (02) 544-8585.
Jonathan Borofsky
Pyo Gallery Seoul
American artist Jonathan Borofsky, best known for his ``Hammering Man'' public sculptures, is holding a solo exhibition of his smaller scale works at Pyo Gallery in Itaewon. Visit www.pyoart.com or call (02) 543-7337.
Contemporary Korean Artists in Paris
Hangaram Art Museum, Seoul Arts Center
Through Nov. 30
The exhibition takes a look at the works of several Korean artists who have made Paris their home. Works of artists such as Kwak Soo-young, Bang Hai-ja, Sung Ji-yeon and Kim Tschang-yeul are on display. The museum is closed on Nov. 24. Admission is 3,000 won for adults and 2,000 won for students. Seoul Arts Center is located near Nambu Bus Terminal Subway Line 3. Visit www.sac.or.kr/eng.
Artist's 30 Years, The Beautiful Change
Seoul Arts Center is presenting an exhibit featuring the Hangaram Art Museum's art collection. On display are artworks by Kim Bong-tae, Kim Jong-geun, Park Kwang-jin, Sim Sook-ja and Hwang Young-sung. Tickets are 2,000 won for adults and 1,000 won for youth. Visit www.sac.or.kr/eng.
Humble Masterpieces
Hangaram Design Museum, Seoul Arts Center
Organized by the Museum of Modern Art, New York, the exhibit features everyday, simple objects such as Post-It notes, paper clips, Band-Aids and Bic Pens. Most of the objects are considered indispensable masterpieces of design. Admission is free. Visit www.sac.or.kr/eng.
Silent Space
Gana Art Center Miru
Through Dec. 1
Swedish artist Leo Wellmar is holding a solo exhibition at Gana Art Center Miru, Pyeongchang-dong. His serene landscapes ``Surrounded'' and ``Sound of Silence'' are on display. Visit www.ganaart.com or call (02) 720-1020.
Shim Moon-seup
Gallery Hyundai, Hakgojae Gallery
Sculptures, drawings and photographs by Shim Moon-seup are on display simultaneously at Gallery Hyundai and Hakgojae Gallery. Visit www.galleryhyundai.com or www.hakgojaae.com.
Emotional Factor+y
Young-un Museum of Contemporary Art
Whimsical works by several Korean artists are on display at the Young-un Museum of Contemporary Art, Kwangju City, Gyeonggi Province. Visit www.youngeunmuseum.org.
Storm
Gallery Sang
Eight Korean artists including Yang Man-kee, Lee Kang-hwa, Chun Sung-myoung and Hong Ju-hee participate in this group exhibition at Gallery Sang. Call (02) 730-0030.
Sojourners
Dobaebacsa
This quirky exhibition at the dobaebacsa, located in Hannam-dong, Yongsan, features works by Young Chung, Jamaica Fredericks and Yong Nicholas Kim. These artists' works are inspired by journeys. Visit www.dobaebacsa.org.
Power of Photography
Sungkok Art Museum
Through Jan. 11
The beauty and power of French photography will impress visitors at the Sungkok Art Museum. Twenty-one French photographers participated in the event. Visit www.sungkokmuseum.com.
My Dear Objects
Hanyang University Museum
This fall, Hanyang University Museum is showing a special exhibition of traditional crafts collected from all over the world. Visit www.museumuf.hanyang.ac.kr.
Philip Guston
The works of Philip Guston, a noted painter who helped lead a transition from Abstract expressionism to Neo-expressionism in painting in the 1960s, is currently being shown at Seomi Gallery. Visit www.seomituus.co.kr or call (02) 3675-8232.
The Gleam of Lanterns
Cyan Museum of Art
Through April 26
Sculptor Park Choong-heum is holding a solo exhibition that explores art and design as a symbol of life. Visit www.cyanmuseum.org or call (054) 338-9391.
Daegu Photo Biennale 2008
Daegu Exhibition and Convention Center
Through Nov. 16
The Daegu Photo Biennale 2008 features over a thousand photographs by 200 photographers from different countries. With the main theme as ``Then & Now: Memories of the Future," the exhibit takes a look at contemporary photography from the Korea, China and Japan. Exhibits will be held at the Daegu Exhibition and Convention Center and various galleries around the city. Visit www.daeguphoto.com.
Art Through Nature
Space C, Coreana Art and Culture Complex
Through Dec. 6
Eight artists show off paintings, photographs and other works at an exhibition revolving around the theme ``art through nature.'' Visit www.spacec.co.kr or call (02) 547-7749.
Now Jump: Nam June Paik Festival
Nam June Paik Art Center
Through Feb. 5
Located in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, the Nam June Paik Art Center is dedicated to the late Paik (1932-2006) and his legacy as the ``father of video art.'' ``Now Jump,'' features not just Paik's works such as ``TV Garden'' and ``Elephant Cart,'' but also works by 113 artists and nine groups from 19 countries. Admission is 7,000 won for adults, 5,000 won for middle and high school students and 3,000 won for elementary school students. Visit www.njpartcenter.kr.
Embracing Evening
Museum of Photography, Seoul
Kang Woon-gu captures the Korean countryside in stark black and white photographs displayed at the Museum of Photography, southern Seoul. Visit www.photomuseum.or.kr or call (02) 418-1315.
Annual Report: A Year in Exhibitions
Gwangju Biennale, Gwangju
Through Nov. 9
The 7th Gwangju Biennale will mainly feature works by artists and exhibitions held between January 2007 to September 2008. Exhibitions, performances, film screenings, music and theater events are held at the Biennale Hall, Gwangju Museum of Art, Uijae Museum of Korean Art, Cinema Gwangju and the Daein traditional market. Visit www.gb.or.kr.
Architectural Ceramics ― OLD
Clayarch Gimhae Museum
Through Feb. 8, 2009
The Clayarch Gimhae Museum is hosting an exhibition focused on architectural ceramics by ten artists from Korea, U.S., U.K., Switzerland and Japan. The exhibition also features photographs by Belgian photographer Mark De Fraeye. The museum is located in Gimhae, South Gyeongsang Province. Visit www.clayarch.org or call (055) 340-7000.
Purgatorium
Cais Gallery
Through Nov. 22
Pop artist Hong Kyong-tack is holding a solo exhibition at Cais Gallery. Hong uses pop culture figures such as Scarlett Johansson, Catherine Zeta Jones and Korean director Park Chan-wook in his colorful geometric-patterned works. Visit www.caisgallery.com or call (02) 511-0668.
Science Illusion Exhibition
Seoul National Science Museum
Through March 1
Experience the world of lights at the Science Illusion Exhibit from Japan. Kids can learn the wonders of electricity and also enjoy artwork made with lasers, holograms, LEDs and other interactive systems. Tickets cost from 8,000 won to 10,000 won. For more information, visit www.ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-8732. Located near exit 4 of Hyehwa Station on subway line.
Kids' Nanta
Woongjin Think Big Art Hall
Open Run
Famous percussion instrument musical Nanta is remade as a kids' musical. Four cooks are given an order to prepare 100 kids' birthday party within few hours. Suddenly four magicians appear and help them prepare food and cakes. The musical also presents laser and magic show, and ends with Korean traditional rhythmic music. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 50,000 won. For more information visit www.ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 738-8289. Located near from Seolleung Station on subway Bundang line.
Family Musical Momo
Changjo Concert Hall
Momo is a delightful little girl who has the gift of listening. She helps people find their way out of problems by simply listening to them. But everything changes as the Men in Grey arrive at the village. The meaning of time is altered to a hectic and sterile concept, leaving Momo on a quest to bring back the pleasant village and the meaning of time to their righteous place. All tickets cost 20,000 won. For more information, visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 747-7001. Located near exit 4 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
Basketball
Nov. 22, Saturday, 2008
Busan KTF Magic Wings vs. Daegu Orions
at 3 p.m., Busan Sajik Gymnasium
Seoul Samsung Thunders vs. Incheon ETLand Black Slamer
at 3 p.m., Jamsil Gymnasium
Ulsan Mobis Pheobus vs. Jeonju KCC Egis
at 3 p.m., Ulsan Dongcheon Gymnasium
Nov. 23, Sunday, 2008
Wonju Dongbu Promy vs. Seoul Samsung Thunders
at 3 p.m., Wonju Sports Complex
Jeonju KCC Egis vs. Seoul Samsung Thunders
at 5 p.m., Jeonju Gymnasium
Daegu Orions vs. Changwon LG Sakers
at 3 p.m., Daegu Gymnasium
Anyang KT&G Kites vs. Seoul SK Knights vs.
at 3 p.m., Anyang Gymnasium