Gwangju Biennale Opens Artistic Director Role to Public Applications for 2028 Edition
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The Gwangju Biennale Foundation has announced an open call for an artistic director for the 17th Gwangju Biennale, scheduled for 2028. This marks a departure from traditional hiring practices, as the role is open to both Korean and international curators, either individuals or teams. The move honors the biennale's 30th anniversary. Applications are due by August 3, 2026.
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· 3 pulledIn a marked break from the norm, the Gwangju Biennale Foundation—the organizer of Asia's oldest contemporary art Biennale—has announced an open call seeking an artistic director for the 17th Gwangju Biennale
This is a fresh approach that the event is implementing in order to pay homage to its recent 30th anniversary.
The role is open to Korean and international curators alike.
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