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[HanCinema's Digest] Photography and Art

A new law aims to curb counterfeit art in Korea, Vivienne Chow explains Asia's photography boom, The Culture Trip has 15 fashion-conscious Instagramers to follow, and catch Bernard Pras's Hangeul-inspired installation art in Seoul until November 6.

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"After a Spike in Cases, South Korea Passes New Law to Prevent Art Forgeries"

After the high-profile counterfeit scandal that hit Korea earlier this year the country is now "taking steps to build a stronger, more transparent art market". Galleries and auction houses in Korea will now have to "obtain a license to sell art, and to keep records of all artworks traded, while independent dealers must report to the ministry before doing business".

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"Why Photography Is Finally Having a Boom in Asia"

Vivienne Chow explores the current photography boom in Asia for Artsy. According to Vivienne, "the medium is just now seeing a nascent surge of interest from collectors in Asia". South Korea, Japan and Taiwan do, however, have a longer history of photography, but in Southeast Asia the trend has just begun. Who are your favourite South Korean photographers? Let us know in the comment section below...

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"The Korean Fashion Bloggers You Need To Follow"

The Culture Trip highlights 12 South Korean fashion bloggers you may want to add to your feed to stay trendy and on top of Korea's thriving fashion scene. These style-conscious Instagramers include Jina Kim, Julianne Yoon, Nanjeong Lee and many others who are showcasing some of the hottest trends and original stylings you're likely to find.

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"Bernard Pras produces Hangeul-inspired works"

French installation artist Bernard Pras celebrates Hangeul, Korea's writing system, to commemorate the 570th anniversary of the writing system's introduction into Korean life. "This artwork is not a huge exhibition but will allow visitors to stop and pause for a while to enjoy a work of art during their busy lives" says Bernard, "That's why it's exhibited here on the stairs of this arts hall as part of public art". If you're in Seoul and would like to catch a glimpse, it's located close to the King Sejong statue in Gwanghwamun and will be on display until November 6.

...READ ON THE KOREA TIMES

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