Art by Art, Seoul

About the series, Art by Art

<Art by Art> is designed to guide a city as a museum—the first edition is about Seoul. Discover the selection of 44 modern and contemporary works through this book. This series will continue in cities around the world.

About the city, Seoul

Walking through downtown Seoul, the art installations placed before buildings naturally catch our attention. South Korea has a policy mandate that 1% of construction costs for buildings over 10,000㎡ must be allocated to an art installation. This policy was introduced in 1972 to enhance urban environments, promote art culture, and provide artists with new opportunities. Rather than solely presenting works that comply with the 1% rule, we aim to highlight the essence of these pieces, showcasing how the public can easily engage with art in their daily lives.

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Sunmin Park (b. 1992)

Sunmin Park connects art and the public, constantly discovering and introducing new artists and works. She strives to spread the charm of art and inspire people.

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Seula Yi (b. 1990)

The warm perspective of observing the city and nature makes her creativity unique. Looking at her illustrations will turn your daily moments into a mood of eternal warmth. She has worked with global brands across the lifestyle, entertainment, and hospitality sectors. Seula’s works can be found at exhibitions and commercial places in Seoul, Tokyo, Paris, and Busan.

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Graphicabulary (Since 2017)

Graphicabulary is a creative agency that integrates graphic design, illustration, and design with service. We work with various brands in the art, culture, education, lifestyle, retail, and professional services sectors.
By working closely with marketing and service managing teams, we improve design experiences and reflect commercial intentions.
We have been running a publishing house, MakerMaker, since late 2021 to publish editions made with creativity.

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