Thaddaeus Ropac Gallery Presents Lee Kang-so's 'Fields of Becoming' in Daegu and New York
On June 26, 2026, Thaddaeus Ropac gallery announced 'Fields of Becoming', a simultaneous solo exhibition by Korean artist Lee Kang-so in Daegu and New York. The show includes works from open-ended series dating to 1989 that depict ambiguous landscapes and recurring motifs such as ducks, deer, houses, and boats, designed to invite viewer interpretation rather than impose fixed meaning. Lee has recently experimented with vibrant primary colors while maintaining an objective, non-expressive stance. He does not classify himself as a Dansaekhwa artist, but rather as an experimental creator pushing the boundaries of traditional painting and sculpture.
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The dual-city presentation signals a strategic effort to connect a Korean artist's regional roots with a global audience, reflecting a broader trend among East Asian artists who seek to transcend national art historical categories. For collectors, Lee's explicit departure from the Dansaekhwa label — a market heavyweight in Korean contemporary art — suggests an alternative investment pathway focused on conceptual openness and material experimentation. The title 'Fields of Becoming' encapsulates Lee's conviction that meaning in art is an evolving, participatory process rather than a fixed statement.
- Artists: Lee Kang-so
- People: Lee Kang-so
- Galleries: Thaddaeus Ropac
- Locations: Daegu, New York
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