The Facts
On April 30, 2026, Seoul Museum of Art (SeMA) opened "The Origin of Love" at its Seosomun Main Branch, on view through September 6, 2026. The group exhibition features 17 artists from the Nanji Art Creation Studio residency, including Thaddaeus Ropac-represented Jeong Hee-min. Some 60 works in photography, installation, video, and sculpture examine human nature and creativity amid technology as a life condition. Highlights include Jeong Hee-min's new painting "Arcadian Dusk" (2026) and his new media piece "Child's Song" (2019) from SeMA's collection.
The Signal
The exhibition marks the 20th anniversary of the Nanji Studio and SeMA's 2026 technology agenda. By featuring alumni and collection works, it underscores the museum's support for artists exploring human entanglement with capital and media. For collectors, Jeong Hee-min's inclusion signals Thaddaeus Ropac's institutional strategy for the artist, while the show reflects current Korean contemporary art discourse on technology.
- Artists: Jeong Hee-min
- Galleries: Thaddaeus Ropac
- Museums: Seoul Museum of Art (SeMA)
- Locations: Seoul
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