Korean Cultural Festival DC 2022
Paper Road XIII – Washington, D.C.
Fashion Show & Open Studio
Saturday, October 8, 2–4 PM
Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art
(outdoor Freer Plaza along the National Mall)
Jefferson Dr. & 12th St. SW
Beyond Paper
Art Exhibition
October 7 – November 4, 2022
Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C.
2370 Massachusetts Ave. NW Washington, D.C. 20008
Experience the artistry of paper like never before—through the creative medium of Korean hanji during a special fashion show at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art on Saturday, Oct. 8 (2-4 PM) and accompanying art exhibition at the Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. (KCCDC) through Nov. 4. Both programs are presented in partnership with the Hanji Development Institute in Korea.
Presented by the National Museum of Asian Art in partnership with the KCCDC and the Hanji Development Institute, Paper Road XIII – Washington, D.C. is a unique fashion show of traditional and contemporary designs crafted from hanji. See costumes that have been recreated based on ancient murals from the Goguryeo era (37 BCE–668 CE) and those inspired by modern-day Korea. After the show, join an open studio workshop to feel and experience Hanji, traditional Korean mulberry paper, which has been recognized as a form of intangible cultural heritage. See how this paper is turned into textiles, including through the process of traditional Korean paper knitting, in a drop-in workshop with expert craftspeople from Korea. Details HERE.
The new KCCDC exhibition Beyond Paper showcases the extreme possibilities of Hanji art, transcending common notions of paper as merely utilitarian. Instead, this collection of hanji art encompasses stunningly vibrant and richly textured visual art, sculpture, textiles, crafted wares and vessels, illuminated light art, and fashion, featuring both historical examples from Korea’s ancient Joseon Dynasty and the work of contemporary artists. Traditional materials and techniques, perfected by Korean artisans over many generations, provide the foundation for such wide-ranging creative expression that is firmly rooted in Korean cultural heritage. As traditional paper was eclipsed by more efficient and practical versions in the industrial era and further ceded ground in the digital era, Beyond Paper seeks to rekindle the creative magic and unique personal touch of paper’s natural form.
Beyond Paper will remain on view through November 4 at the Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. (no RSVP required; walk-in hours are 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., excluding 12 – 1 p.m., Monday – Friday). More information HERE or see below.
| | Above: Hanbok clothing crafted from Korean traditional hanji paper featured in Paper Road XIII – Washington, D.C. Below: featured hanji art works from the exhibition Beyond Paper. | |
More About Beyond Paper
Beyond Paper is organized into three galleries, each telling a chapter in the ongoing story of hanji. The first focuses on functional household items from history, including jogakbo (wrapping cloth), ham (a personal box or container for valuables), and vessels such as yogang (chamber pot), featuring various examples of each by artists Jang Eung-yul, Ahn Chi-yong, Lee Boo-ok, Moon Yeon-hee, and Kim Weon-ja. The second gallery explores hanji’s interaction with light and includes more interpretive works. Not all hanji crafts are translucent, but many do take full advantage of this property to amplify their aesthetic value; these hanging lamps inspired by beoson (socks) as commentary on women’s traditional experiences and role as craft makers and large vessels resembling the iconic Korean moon jar lit with projection-mapped classical art motifs, featuring various examples by artists Kim Jung-soon, Choi Sung-rok, Kim Weon-ja, Moon Yeon-hee, and Moon You-mi. The exhibition’s third gallery leaves behind traditional constraints and explores hanji’s inherent and unconventional artistic potential, including as dyed and sculpted as visual art, layering techniques that interpret hanbok (traditional clothing), woven wearable fabric accessories, and abstract versions of the repeating patterns that adorn gotchangsalmun (wooden doors with carved negative space), featuring examples by artists Jeong Jong-mee, Kim Eun-hee, Moon Yeon-hee, and Moon You-mi.
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Korean Cultural Festival DC 2022
Schedule
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Kukkiwon Taekwondo Demonstration Team
Opening Performance
October 10 at 4 PM
Lisner Auditorium at the George Washington University
Beyond Paper
Exhibition & Workshop
October 7 – November 4
Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C.
Paper Road XIII – Washington, D.C.
Fashion Show & Open Studio
October 8 at 2 PM
Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art
The 1st Korean Minister Plenipotentiary, Park Chung Yang
Special Exhibition
October 11 – April 2023
Old Korean Legation Museum
Literature Night with Author Jeong You-Jeong
Discussion
October 20 at 6 PM
Jack Morton Auditorium at the George Washington University
K-Cinema Highlights
Film Series
October 26 – 28 at 6 PM daily
Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C.
Move, Dance, Connect
Joint Performance
The Korea National Contemporary Dance Company & The Washington Ballet
November 1 at 7 PM
Eisenhower Theater at The Kennedy Center
More information can be found on the KCCDC website. Details & RSVP for some events will be announced in the coming weeks.
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Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C.
2370 Massachusetts Ave. NW | Washington, D.C. 20008
culturedc@mofa.go.kr | (202) 939-5688
Visiting Hours: Monday - Friday | 10 am-noon & 1-5 pm
Closed for US and certain Korean national holidays
The Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. at the Embassy of the Republic of Korea is dedicated to strengthening Korea-US ties through a broad variety of public programs and outreach, including exhibitions, performances, educational engagement, institutional partnerships, and diverse cultural events. Walk in visitors are welcome (no appointments necessary). To learn more, visit our website or follow us on social media.
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