WE ARE CoAB
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ARTIST IN BUSAN
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Introducing
We are a glocal (global+local) association of artists in Busan in support of cross-cultural collaborations, artists’ advocacy and barrier-breaking in the art world.
CoAB operates as a mutual support structure. Currently our members are: operating creative spaces throughout the city, providing art-related services, fostering the professional development of artists and creating social-participatory programs.
Programs and Events
Past Events
Artists’ Networking Brunch 아티스트 네트워킹
March 2nd, 2024
CoAB co-organized an Artists’ Networking Brunch at Naughty Muse Studios in Songjeong, where more than 50 multicultural artists and creatives gathered, not only from Busan but also from beyond.
Culture Salon Dali 문화살롱 달리
March, 2025
Since March 2025, a group of female artists and curators has gathered to read and discuss key ideas in contemporary culture and art. This year’s readings included Donna Haraway’s A Manifesto for Cyborgs and Kwon Miwon’s One Place After Another, among others.
Culture Days with CoAB 코아브 문화의 날
2025
CoAB hosts exhibition trips for artists and art enthusiasts. This fall, we visited the 10th Daegu Photo Biennale and Hilma af Klint: Proper Summons at MOCA Busan.
Goldenprint Project — 2025 Citizen-Led Archiving Project 골든프린트 프로젝트: 시민 참여 아카이빙 프로젝트
2025
Seven local artists worked with mid-life citizens to explore Suyeong District through renewable art, digital media, photography and printmaking. Participants created personal and local archives shared through online and on-site exhibitions.
CoAB Local Lab 코아브 로컬랩
2025
In collaboration with artist Lee Dong-geun, CoAB explored stories of Gadeok Island and the long-standing Oeyangpo Village community.
Art Education 예술교육
2025
CoAB sponsored digital media workshops and artist residency workshops. We also facilitated volunteer opportunities for artists to teach multicultural students.
Artist Networking Party 아티스트 네트워킹 파티
2025
CoAB co-hosted Busan’s annual Artist Networking Party with Naughty Muse Studios and Arise Artspace, fostering connections among Korean and international artists.
Painting and Printmaking Alleyway Exhibition 아트데이 골목 전시회
2025
CoAB presented its first alleyway exhibition at B-con Ground in Suyeong District, showcasing photography, painting, and printmaking by local artists.
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