• Opening Ceremony: October 10(Sat.), 2009 at 3:00 PM
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- Actively observe modern paintings from a new point of view.
- Pursue communication with the viewers.
The theme "Mountain ¡¤ Water ¡¤ Human" was selected for this festival with the hope that minds of the participants will be "unified" as they communicate with one another about art; just as nature, human, and art are unified when nature is human and human are nature. We also hope that this festival will be a wellspring of pleasure and happiness in which the artworks and various experiences from all over the world will enable the participants to understand the differences of others and accept those differences as diversity.
¡°The 6th Gongju International Art Festival¡± will consist of both Exhibitions and Events. The exhibitions will consist of a 'Preview show' and a 'Main show' (main exhibition) under the theme 'Mountain ¡¤ Water ¡¤ Human. The preview show will feature the works of 17 artists of ceramic, wood-craft, and creative doll art, who have been invited so that we may appreciate the depth and beauty of the traditional Korean art that is present in our daily lives. The ¡®Main show(main exhibition)¡¯ will feature artists from 17 countries who will present a diversity of viewpoints and interpretations on nature and human in an attempt to create harmony and broaden the path of understanding. The incidental events will include the opening performances, art experiences, and contests. The opening performances will feature a diversity of cultural music and dancing, along with fine arts.
The art experiences will feature interesting and beneficial activities that can be enjoyed by both children and adults. We are especially excited about the dinosaur-making contest "Dinosaurs: Revived!" that we hope will enhance your children's creativity and their interest in nature.
We hope that, at the 6th Gongju International Art Festival, you will discover the purity of spirit and true value that must be pursued in this Age, and diffuse the energy of communication. This festival is intended to be an opportunity for adults to relax and recharge after the strain of daily life, and to give your students and children great dreams that will inspire them to create new worlds. In addition, we hope that it will be an opportunity for the artists to gain a deeper understanding of the social meanings and roles of art, and will encourage them to serve these beautiful roles in order achieve harmony through true communication with their viewers.