<Korean Traditional Painting in Alter-age 2026: Pure and Hybrid> The Korean Cultural Center Brussels, in collaboration with the Ilmin Museum of Art, presents the exhibition Korean Traditional Painting in Alter-age: Pure and Hybrid. The exhibition brings together Korean paintings from the late Joseon period through the 20th century alongside works by contemporary artists. Rather than treating Korean traditional painting as a fixed heritage, the exhibition highlights it as an evolving contemporary art form continuously reinterpreted today. Focusing on core methodology of traditional literati painting - facsimile (mosa), calligraphic copying (imseo), and stylistic emulation (bangjak)—it examines how historical learning and creative methods are adopted, transformed, and reconstructed by contemporary artists.  The exhibition brings together nine works from the collection of the Ilmin Museum of Art, including works by Jeong Seon, Kim Jeong-hui, and Jang Seung-eop, alongside 37 works by four contemporary artists: Song Ji-in, Choi Soo-ryun, Choi Hae-ri, and Hwang Gyu-min. Through a total of 46 works, the exhibition highlights the historical continuity and evolution of Korean painting from the late Joseon period to the present day. Participating Artists: Song Ji-in, Choi Soo-ryun, Choi Hae-ri, Hwang Gyu-min, Jeong Seon, Yi Gwang-sa, Kang Se-hwang, Kim Jeong-hui, Jang Seung-eop, An Jung-sik, Yi Sang-beom, No Su-hyeon, Park No-soo Opening Reception: 17 September 2026, 19:00  ※ A special 30-minute guided tour led by a curator from the Ilmin Museum of Art will be offered.  ※ Advance registration is required. Registration opens on 3 September.  * Limited capacity Exhibition Period: 17 September - 13 November 2026 Venue: Korean Cultural Center Brussels

Korean Literature Exhibition 12.03.2026 –04.09.2026  The Korean Cultural Center extends the Korean Literature Exhibition until 4 September 2026. The exhibition presents works of contemporary Korean literature alongside their English translations, highlighting how Korean fiction is introduced to readers around the world today. Featuring twenty authors and their works, the exhibition explores a wide range of themes, from family, care, memory, and urban life to thrillers, science fiction, genre imagination, and healing narratives. Through each featured title, visitors will discover not only the literary appeal of the original works, but also how translation helps Korean literature reach broader international audiences. Whether you are new to Korean literature or already familiar with it, this exhibition offers an accessible and engaging way to experience its richness. Curator : Dr. Kim Eugene Featured Titles : ●Untold Night and Day (Bae Suah) ●Whale (Cheon Myeong-kwan) ●A Thousand Blues (Cheon Seon-ran) ●Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982 (Cho Nam-joo) ●Shoko’s Smile (Choi Eunyoung) ●Cursed Bunny (Chung Bora) ●I’ll Go On (Hwang Jungeun) ●Another Person (Kang Hwagil) ●My Brilliant Life (Kim Ae-ran) ●I’m Waiting for You and Other Stories (Kim Bo-young) ●Concerning My Daughter (Kim Hye-jin) ●The Plotters (Kim Un-su) ●Diary of a Murderer (Kim Young-ha) ●Kwon Sun-chan and Nice People (Lee Kiho) ●Dallergut Dream Department Store 1.2. (Lee Miye) ●Love in the Big City (Park Sang Young) ●The Hole (Pyun Hye-young) ●Almond (Sohn Won-pyung) ●The Healing Season of Pottery (Yeon Somin) ●The Disaster Tourist (Yun Ko-eun)

Korean literature Exhibition 12.03.2026 – 12.06.2026   The Korean Cultural Center organises an exhibition on Korean literature from 12 March to 12 June 2026. The exhibition presents works of contemporary Korean literature alongside their English translations, highlighting how Korean fiction is introduced to readers around the world today. Featuring twenty authors and their works, the exhibition explores a wide range of themes, from family, care, memory, and urban life to thrillers, science fiction, genre imagination, and healing narratives. Through each featured title, visitors will discover not only the literary appeal of the original works, but also how translation helps Korean literature reach broader international audiences. Whether you are new to Korean literature or already familiar with it, this exhibition offers an accessible and engaging way to experience its richness. Curator : Dr. Kim Eugene Featured Titles : ●Untold Night and Day (Bae Suah) ●Whale (Cheon Myeong-kwan) ●A Thousand Blues (Cheon Seon-ran) ●Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982 (Cho Nam-joo) ●Shoko’s Smile (Choi Eunyoung) ●Cursed Bunny (Chung Bora) ●I’ll Go On (Hwang Jungeun) ●Another Person (Kang Hwagil) ●My Brilliant Life (Kim Ae-ran) ●I’m Waiting for You and Other Stories (Kim Bo-young) ●Concerning My Daughter (Kim Hye-jin) ●The Plotters (Kim Un-su) ●Diary of a Murderer (Kim Young-ha) ●Kwon Sun-chan and Nice People (Lee Kiho) ●Dallergut Dream Department Store 1.2. (Lee Miye) ●Love in the Big City (Park Sang Young) ●The Hole (Pyun Hye-young) ●Almond (Sohn Won-pyung) ●The Healing Season of Pottery (Yeon Somin) ●The Disaster Tourist (Yun Ko-eun)

Exhibition <Talk Talk Korea 2025 Award-Winning Works> The Korean Cultural Center in Belgium & the EU presents the “Talk Talk Korea 2025 Award-Winning Exhibition,” showcasing diverse perspectives on Korea from around the world.  This exhibition features 80 winning works across five categories-Promotion Video, Art & Craft, Photo Book, Meme & Trend, and Free Format-highlighting creative interpretations of “Korea’s new faces.” Period: 21 November 2025 – 31 March 2026 Venue: Media Gallery, Korean Cultural Center Brussels Admission: Free ■ Korean Comic Artist Talk Event <Ancco> Date: November 27, 2025, at 18:00 Venue: Filligranes Brussels Note: Reservation required (link) We invite you to explore stories and images of Korea reimagined through the eyes of creators from around the world.

THAT'S KOREA in Brussels, Exhibition of Korean Crafts 21 November 2025 – 23 January 2026 | 12:00~19:00   This exhibition showcases the essence of traditional Korean crafts, reinterpreting centuries-old artisan techniques and aesthetics with a modern sensibility. It goes beyond mere preservation, demonstrating how the beauty of tradition flows from the past to the present and into the future through creative contemporary crafts.  The exhibition features craft works by 12 designated artisans who preserve our cultural heritage, alongside 24 contemporary crafts artists. It also showcases 22 pieces of traditional craft across 17 categories and 89 pieces of contemporary crafts across 30 categories.   In addition, various experiential programs alongside the exhibition provide a special opportunity to connect tradition and modernity. Visitors can fully experience the depth and beauty of craftwork, participate actively, and enjoy a unique experience that celebrates tradition through a  modern perspective.    <Experiential Program> ﾷ Date & Time: November 21 (Fri) – 22 (Sat), 2025 | 12:00–19:00 ﾷ Programs   ① THAT’S KOREA Photo Zone   ② VR Kite Flying   ③ Korean Craft Workshop   (Reservation required: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/kcdf-120271370261)        * Booking opens on November 4 (Tue), 2025, at 12:00      - Nubi Master Class: DIY Christmas Pouch (14:00 | 16:00)     - Make Your Own Traditional Ornament Keyring (12:00 | 13:30 | 15:00 | 16:30)     - Hanji Wish Lamp Making (12:00–19:00, starting every hour)