By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young

From January 15 to 31, 2025, a solo exhibition by artist Kim Yong-mo will be held at 3AM Gallery in Yeonsu-gu, Incheon. The exhibition features works from Kim Yong-mo's representative series, “Life Story - Hwayangyeonhwa,” in which the artist uses natural colors found in nature to express the colorful moments of life. 

The artist uses mixed materials and bold borders to emphasize the boundaries of his works, conveying the energy of happiness and positivity through images of flowers and trees.

The underlying texture of the work is emphasized by the use of mixed materials, and the soft, lyrical atmosphere of the work provides a relaxing visual experience for viewers. 

Through his works, Artist Kim Yong-mo aims to express happiness and hope for a beautiful future. Through this exhibition, visitors will be able to feel the beauty of nature and positive messages together.

The opening party will take place on January 16, 2025 at 4 pm and will be a unique opportunity for all visitors to get up close and personal with the works. Kim Yong-mo's past career and various awards make this exhibition highly anticipated. 

Since graduating from New York University Graduate School of Fine Arts, he has held 71 solo exhibitions and participated in more than 800 domestic and international group exhibitions. 

He has received numerous awards, including the 2024 Korea Yechong President's Award, the 2023 Korea Sharing Award Grand Prize, and the 100 Greatest K-Koreans Grand Award for 2024 by the UN Journal.

Exhibition Information

Exhibition Period: Jan. 15, 2025 ~ Jan. 31, 2025
Opening Party: Jan. 16, 2025 (Thu), 4:00 p.m.
Venue: 3AM Gallery 1st Exhibition Room (2F), 9, Saemmalo 8 beon-gil, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon, Korea

Artist Kim Yong-mo's career highlights

71 solo exhibitions (Seoul, New York, Tokyo, etc.)
Some 800 group exhibitions at home and abroad
Received numerous awards, including the 2024 Korea Yechong President's Award and the 2023 Korea Sharing Prize Grand Prize
Currently serves as Chairman of the International Contemporary Art Association and Chairman of Insadong International Art Fair

Currently Chairman of the World Peace Art Exhibition Western Painting Subcommittee

Awarded the 100 Greatest K-Koreans Grand Prize for 2024 selected by the UN Journal 

This exhibition is ready to welcome visitors with works that contain natural colors and positive messages. Don't miss the unique artistic world of Artist Kim Yong-mo.