Still, Now, and Always: Yeesookyung at Sejong Museum of Art

Introducing the exhibition Still, Now, and Always. Held at the Sejong Museum of Art in Jongno-gu, Seoul, this major solo presentation by artist Yeesookyung commemorates her receipt of the 3rd Hoban Art Award. Moving freely across diverse creative media—from painting and sculpture to installation, video, and performance—the exhibition highlights an artistic practice that refuses to be confined within a single genre.

Through this expansive showcase, visitors can explore how the artist visually unpacks her longstanding thematic concerns alongside newly evolving narratives. In particular, the presentation offers a compelling look at how Yeesookyung broadens and deepens her established bodies of work into monumental spatial experiences.

Still, Now, and Always Visitor Information

The exhibition is presented across two gallery spaces—Exhibition Halls 1 and 2—at the Sejong Museum of Art, centrally located on Sejong-daero in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

• Exhibition Period: September 4, 2026 – September 27, 2026
• Venue: Sejong Museum of Art, Exhibition Halls 1 & 2 (175 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul)
• Admission: Free admission for all visitors
• Participating Artist: Yeesookyung

From Broken Shards to Complete Artistic Journeys

Yeesookyung has long pursued an artistic practice that infuses everyday objects and shattered fragments with profound new meaning. Her official career reflects significant international recognition, including her 2021 solo exhibition Moonlight Crown at Art Sonje Center in Seoul, followed by an acclaimed solo presentation at the Musée Cernuschi in Paris, France, in 2023.

In this solo exhibition, the artist presents expanded iterations of her established series. Drawing upon myths, folklore, and modern literature spanning from East Africa across Central Asia and along the historic Silk Road, Yeesookyung brings forward the stories of women who walked these diverse geographies. She translates these historical and mythological narratives into massive new installation works that directly engage the viewer.

Key Highlights to Observe When Viewing the Artworks

When encountering the works installed throughout the galleries, keep these three key artistic dimensions in mind:

• Translated Vase Series: In this iconic series, ceramic fragments that were discarded after cracking are painstakingly mended together using 24k gold leaf and epoxy. Visitors can trace how shattered remnants assemble into entirely new silhouettes and harmonious unities.
• Moonlight Crown Series: Developed continuously since 2019, this series deconstructs traditional symbols of adornment and authority before reassembling them into intricate, multilayered sculptural forms.
• Visualization of Women’s Narratives: Observe how monumental installations occupy the architectural volume, weaving the journeys of women across ancient mythologies and folklore into a distinctive contemporary sculptural language.

Essential Details Before Planning Your Visit

Checking operating hours and closing schedules before setting out helps ensure a smooth gallery experience.

• Opening Hours: Monday through Sunday, 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM daily.
• Closing Days: Open every day throughout the exhibition period with no scheduled closures, allowing visitors to drop by on any day of the week.

For more exhibition coverage published on this site, explore our guides to Bonjour, Jean-Jacques Sempé: The World in Lines and Koo Jeong A: OUSSSMOS.

References and Official Sources

The exhibition details and biographical information in this guide are based on the Hoban Cultural Foundation Official Exhibition Guide.

Please reconfirm exhibition schedules and visitor announcements on the official website before visiting Still, Now, and Always.