The Beauty of Korean Identity Gallery Exhibition

The Beauty of Korean Identity

Gallery Exhibition
On view October 21, 2026 – January 8, 2027

Postmark Center for the Arts
20 Auburn Ave, Auburn, WA

Opening Reception
Saturday, October 24 | 2-4PM

Visit Postmark Center for the Arts for the opening reception of The Beauty of Korean Identity on October 24, 2-4PM! Visit with the participating artists and enjoy light snacks.

The Beauty of Korean Identity reflects the distinctive spirit and cultural identity expressed through the work of KAAW artists living and creating in the United States. Shaped by experiences in America while deeply connected to Korean history, culture, traditions, and collective memory, KAAW artists embody an identity that extends across generations and continues to evolve with time. These cultural and emotional connections are not simply references to the past; they remain a living presence within contemporary artistic expression.

Through diverse perspectives, mediums, and individual artistic languages, KAAW artists interpret Korean identity in personal and evolving ways. Their works bring tradition into dialogue with contemporary life, revealing how cultural heritage can be carried forward while taking on new forms and meanings. Together, the exhibition offers a deeper appreciation of how Korean identity is remembered, reinterpreted, and beautifully expressed through art.

About KAAW

Founded in 1989, the Korean American Artists Association of Washington State (KAAW) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Korean and Korean American artists in Washington State. Through exhibitions and cultural programs, KAAW promotes artistic creativity, encourages cultural exchange, and provides opportunities for artists to connect with broader communities while sharing the richness and beauty of Korean art and culture.