Korean Feminist Artists Confront and Deconstruct

Discover the dynamic history and deep cultural significance of Korean and diasporic feminist art in Dr. Kim Hong-hee’s groundbreaking book. As a distinguished curator and scholar, Dr. Kim presents the first comprehensive study of the influence of Korean feminist artists on the cultural scene of East Asia. This unique visual compendium showcases the works of 42 contemporary artists, featuring both emergent talents and globally recognized figures such as Theresa Hak Kyung Cha, Kyungah Ham, Kimsooja, Lee Bul, Mire Lee, Minouk Lim, Haegue Yang, and Yun Suknam. The book is thoughtfully organized into themes like queer politics, ecofeminism, the diaspora, and abstraction, offering a wide array of artworks spanning painting, sculpture, photography, film, video, installation, handicrafts, and performance. Through vivid images and keen analysis, readers are invited to explore these trailblazing artists' pursuit of social, cultural, and sexual equality, detailing their interactions with mainstream artistic norms and the relevance of their aesthetic and political contributions. Enriched with nearly 260 stunningly reproduced visuals and concluding with a compelling and personal essay by renowned South Korean poet Kim Hyesoon, this essential and timely work captures the profound impact of women artists on the broader Korean cultural tapestry.