The Korean artist Park Daesung, now nearly 81 years old, is experiencing a surge of international attention. His works have recently been featured in exhibitions across major cities including Chicago, London, Washington, and Los Angeles, and are now set to be shown at TEFAF New York.
An outdoor installation titled "Climate Clock" has opened along a forest trail outside Oulu, Finland, featuring lichen, mechanical artwork, and a barrel of snowflakes. The project uses natural and artificial elements to visualize the passage of time and environmental change.
The Thailand Biennale has opened in Phuket, featuring contemporary artists from Thailand and other countries. The exhibition aims to engage with and honor the island's deep history of applied arts, including traditional crafts and local artistic heritage.