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Ko Ilung
A Life Rooted in Landscape, Blossoming into Abstraction Ko Ilung, a South Korean artist born in the vibrant port city of Busan in 1937, embodies a fascinating journey from traditional landscape painting to the evocative realms of abstract art. His life story is interwoven with the cultural and religious fabric of Korea, deeply influenced by his membership within the Presbyterian Church in Korea (Hapdong). This spiritual grounding has c
onsistently informed his artistic exploration, providing a contemplative lens through which he examines fundamental questions about existence and the origins of creative expression. Initially drawn to capturing the tangible beauty of the natural world, Ko Ilung’s path took an intriguing turn as he began to question the very nature of representation itself. He wasn't content merely depicting landscapes; he sought to distill their essenc…