Hwaseung, a major company based in Busan, has announced its participation as an official partner of Art Busan 2026, an art fair held at BEXCO Exhibition Hall 1 from May 22 to 24. The company will debut "Gallery Hwaseung One," a platform showcasing works by young artists with developmental disabilities, including Hwang Sung-je, Yoon Jin-seok, and Shim Seung-bo—artists hired by Hwaseung. The gallery aims to support these artists and continue social contribution activities in culture and arts.
This partnership matters because it highlights the growing role of corporations in supporting local art ecosystems and artists with disabilities. By launching Gallery Hwaseungwon as a dedicated art platform, Hwaseung is not only providing visibility to marginalized artists but also setting an example for how businesses can engage meaningfully with society and culture. The initiative coincides with Art Busan's 15th anniversary, underscoring the fair's evolution as a key regional art event.