Blowing in the Wind by the Korean Minhwa (Traditional Folk Painting) Association 

McGuireWoods Gallery, W-16 2nd Floor
On View: June 8 - August 4, 2024 
Reception: July 13, 6 pm - 8 pm 

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Minhwa, an exploration of the essence of Korea’s beauty, vibrant colors, flora and fauna, and timeless narratives. Minhwa dates to the 17th to 19th centuries, the name translates to "painting of the people" or "popular painting" reflecting the class status of many of the artists, who did not sign their work. The art was intended to reflect daily life and be present in the daily lives of the people to bring joy, humor, luck, and brightness to ordinary people. Blowing in the Wind features art by 70+ painters, 14 of them residing in Greater Washington, and the remaining living and working in Korea. This is the association’s premier exhibition in the area, curated by local artist, Soon Spitzer. 

For more information about exhibits at the Workhouse Arts Center, contact Sarah Berry at sarahberry@workhousearts.org

Reception July 13, 6-8pm Reception

6:30-7pm Remarks, Light refreshments served.

Sarah Berry, Exhibitions Manager, Workhouse Arts Center

Soon Spitzer, Director, Korean International Folk Painting, Washington DC Branch

Yoo Jeong Seo, CEO, Minhwa Monthly Magazine

Shin Young Sook, Director, Korean Traditional Folk Painting Association

Lee Jeong Hwa, CEO, Korean American Cultural Community

Translation by Michelle Shin, artist and student of Minhwa.