A new partnership with the Korea Arts Management Service spotlights individual makers tackling contemporary social concerns.
In a significant move to elevate individual creative voices on the global stage, ArtReview has released its 2026 Korea Supplement, featuring a curated selection of 30 Korean artists. This initiative, developed in partnership with the Korea Arts Management Service (KAMS) under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, marks the third collaboration between the organizations aimed at bridging the gap between local Korean practices and the international art market. The selected artists represent a wide spectrum of career stages, from emerging underdogs to established practitioners, each chosen for their ability to reflect the breadth of contemporary art practice.
The supplement serves as more than just a directory; it functions as a deep dive into the creative processes of makers who are currently addressing the most pressing concerns in Korean society. By focusing on individual studios rather than large-scale corporate galleries, the publication provides a behind-the-scenes look at how these artists innovate with new techniques and materials. The selection process emphasizes the diversity of the Korean art scene, highlighting those who are pushing the boundaries of traditional craft and modern conceptualism.
For the global creative community, this open call and subsequent selection offer a roadmap for how national arts management can successfully champion individual makers. The 30 featured artists were chosen to demonstrate how personal narratives and localized techniques can resonate with universal themes, providing a platform for voices that might otherwise remain within regional borders. This showcase not only highlights finished works but also explores the motivations and technical developments occurring within the private studio spaces of Seoul and beyond, offering a rare glimpse into the evolving identity of Korean contemporary art.
This initiative demonstrates how structured partnerships can provide massive visibility for individual artists, proving that localized craft and personal storytelling remain the most powerful tools for international recognition.
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