Live Painting and Dance Performance | Korean Rhapsody: Sijo - A Love Letter

As part of the Korean Cultural Week program supported by the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Seattle, Gallery B612 presents Korean Rhapsody: Sijo — A Love Letter, one of three special Korean cultural programs taking place during Seattle Art Fair week, alongside Gallery B612’s Seattle Art Fair week exhibition and a traditional Sagunja Korean brush painting workshop.

Korean Rhapsody: Sijo — A Love Letter is a one-night-only interdisciplinary live performance featuring live painting, Korean poetry, movement, and contemporary visual storytelling.

Inspired by Sijo, a traditional Korean poetic form known for its musical rhythm, emotional restraint, and subtle turn of thought, the performance draws from the celebrated poem Cheongsan-ri Byeokgyesu-ya by legendary poet Hwang Jini, also known as Myeongwol, meaning “Bright Moon.”

Contemporary artist KyoungMug Park (박경묵) will paint live on a long silk fan, while Korean-American artist, choreographer, and dancer MiYoung Seul Margolis (설미영) responds through lyrical movement. Together, they transform the gallery space into a living composition where brush, body, and poetry unfold in real time.

Blending Korean poetry, calligraphic gesture, movement, and contemporary visual art, the performance explores longing, elegance, humor, and the quiet emotional power held within Korean traditional aesthetics.

Following the performance, guests are invited to stay for an artist talk with KyoungMug Park and MiYoung Seul Margolis.

This special evening includes limited seating, a wine reception presented with support from Margolis Arts Foundation, and a unique Korean cultural performance during Seattle Art Fair week. Wine proceeds will help support the participating artists and the O-Jak Bridge Art & Dance Festival.

Itinerary

7:00 PM — Doors & Wine Bar Open

7:30–8:00 PM — Live Painting and Dance Performance

8:00–8:30 PM — Artist Talk

Tickets (Limited Quantity)

VIP ($55) - Front row seats, complimentary drink ticket & Seattle Art Fair catalog

General Admission ($25)- Standing room with excellent visibility of performers