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Three Works by Dew Kim

Discover the provocative mixed media artworks of South Korean artist Dew Kim, whose work delves into the intersections of sexuality, queerness, religion, and subcultures. Drawing on his personal experience growing up in a Christian household, Kim's practice critiques societal norms by exploring the tensions between religion, identity, and alternative cultural expressions.

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Mire Lee “Look, I’m a fountain of filth raving mad with love”

Mire Lee is (b. 1988) lives and works between Seoul, South Korea, and Amsterdam, Netherlands. She earned a bachelor’s degree from the Department of Sculpture (2012) and a graduate degree in media art (2013) at the Seoul National University College of Fine Arts. Her recent solo exhibitions include Black Sun (2023) at the New Museum, New York; Look, I’m a fountain of filth raving mad with love (2022) at ZOLLAMTMMK, MMK Frankfurt; HR Giger & Mire Lee (2022) at Schinkel Pavillon, Berlin; and Carriers (2020) at the Art Sonje Center, Seoul.

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