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With abandoned materials, Sook Jin Jo finds life beyond death

Published 2026-07-30

Entering Sook Jin Jo's exhibition at Seoul Museum of Art's Nam-Seoul branch, visitors encounter reclaimed railroad ties, weathered rafters and discarded timber. At first, the atmosphere feels solemn. But the longer one lingers, the more the abandoned materials seem to pulse with unexpected vitality. Despite using materials that evoke decay and mortality, the exhibition is not about death. It is about how life emerges from what has been left behind. "I don't treat death as something dark," Jo sai

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Frequently Asked Questions

What materials are used in Sook Jin Jo's exhibition?

The exhibition features reclaimed railroad ties, weathered rafters, and discarded timber.

What is the main theme of the exhibition?

The exhibition explores how life emerges from abandoned materials, focusing on renewal rather than death.

How does Sook Jin Jo view death in her work?

Jo does not see death as something dark; she emphasizes vitality and life beyond decay.

Where is Sook Jin Jo's exhibition located?

The exhibition is located at the Seoul Museum of Art's Nam-Seoul branch.