Kukje Gallery in Seoul presents "Objects in Oscillation," a group exhibition of nine contemporary Korean photographers exploring still life through the lens of analog and optical photography. On view through July 19, 2026, in the gallery's K1 and K2 spaces, the show is curated by Koo Bohnchang, a pivotal figure in Korean photography, and features works by Chung Heeseung, Jo Seongyeon, Jung Jungho, Kim Kyoungtae, Kim Sookang, Koo Bohnchang, Koo Seongyoun, Park Chanoo, and Zo Sunhi. The artists deliberately avoid excessive digital post-production and AI-driven image modification, grounding their practice in direct sensory perception and camera technology.
This exhibition matters because it asserts the continued relevance of analog and optical photography in an era dominated by rapid digital consumption and AI-generated imagery. By foregrounding stillness, attentive observation, and the intrinsic materiality of the photographic medium, "Objects in Oscillation" offers a counterpoint to contemporary image-making trends and reaffirms the role of Korean photographers in shaping global conversations about photography's expressive potential. The show also highlights Koo Bohnchang's ongoing influence as a curator and educator in integrating photography into Korean contemporary art.