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Busan Cultural Center celebrates artist Michel-Henry

source: bsccBusan Cultural Center is hosting a special exhibition titled “The Greatest Colorist: Michel-Henry,” exploring the artistic world of Michel-Henry, a master of French figurative painting. Running through Oct. 25, the exhibition offers a closer look at his distinctive approach to still life, in which familiar subjects are reimagined through rich colors, light and a pinch of imagination. Held in Busan to mark the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and France, the exhibition has drawn attention from art enthusiasts in Korea. In the aftermath of World War II, the French art scene saw the rise of abstract painting and Miserabilism, a movement reflecting the harsh realities and wounds left by war. Michel-Henry, however, forged his own artistic path, turning to light and color to express happiness and hope even in difficult times. Many of his works place vibrant bouquets or fruit bowls in the foreground, set against landscapes that unfold beyond them. Bouquets arranged by windows immediately draw the eye, while views of cities such as Paris, Venice and Rome expand the composition beyond a simple still life. Rather than remaining static arrangements of objects, these works create a sense of vitality through the interplay of flowers, landscapes and the natural world. A rich and harmonious palette of colors gives the painting an immediate visual impact, evoking a sense of beauty that is felt almost instinctively. Marking the 10th anniversary of Michel-Henry's death, this exhibition is the largest presentation of his work to date, featuring 10 previously unreleased works on public display for the first time. Visitors can explore around 120 works, including some of his representative pieces. The paintings invite visitors into a world of mesmerizing color, showcasing the radiant landscapes of Europe and the vitality of flowers.※ The Greatest Colorist Michel-Henry, through Oct. 25◎ Busan Cultural Center: 1, UN pyeonghwa-ro 76beon-gil, Nam-gu◎ Google Maps: Click ◎ Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Last entry at 6 p.m. Closed on Mondays.◎ Tickets: Click <Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>figurative: 구상의 distinctive: 특별한 approach: 접근 diplomatic: 외교적인 forge: 구축하다 static: 고정된 arrangement: 배열 Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

2026 World Smart City Expo - Sep. 9-11, 2026, BEXCO

2026 World Smart City Expo - Sep. 9-11, 2026, BEXCOThe World Smart City Expo (WSCE) 2026, celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, will be held in the vibrant coastal city of Busan as Asia’s largest smart city event. Co-hosted by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, the Ministry of Science and ICT, and Busan Metropolitan City, the expo will serve as a premier global platform.The event will feature extensive exhibitions and conference programs showcasing the latest global technologies and insights—ranging from AI solutions and transportation to mobility, infrastructure, construction, and marine technology. Additionally, various business programs will be offered to promote participating companies and facilitate their expansion into global markets.We cordially invite you to WSCE 2026, where we are shaping the future of smart cities.○ Event Name: 2026 World Smart City Expo (WSCE 2026)○ Date: September 9–11, 2026 (3 days)○ Venue: BEXCO○ Hosted by Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, Ministry of Science and ICT, Busan Metropolitan City○ Organized by Korea Land Housing Corporation, K water, BEXCO, Smart City Association○ Side Events: Opening Ceremony, WSCE Awards, Conference, Seminar, Business Program○ Main Exhibits: AI solutions and Transportation, Mobility, Infrastructure, Construction, and Marine Technology○ Website: https://worldsmartcityexpo.com/eng/

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