Korean Cultural Festival DC 2022 Paper Road XIII – Washington, D.C. Fashion Show & Open Studio Saturday, October 8, 2–4 PM Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art (outdoor Freer Plaza along the National Mall) Jefferson Dr. & 12th St. SW Beyond Paper Art Exhibition October 7 – November 4, 2022 Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. 2370 Massachusetts Ave. NW Washington, D.C. 20008 Experience the artistry of paper like never before—through the creative medium of Korean hanji during a special fashion show at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art on Saturday, Oct. 8 (2-4 PM) and accompanying art exhibition at the Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. (KCCDC) through Nov. 4. Both programs are presented in partnership with the Hanji Development Institute in Korea. Presented by the National Museum of Asian Art in partnership with the KCCDC and the Hanji Development Institute, Paper Road XIII – Washington, D.C. is a unique fashion show of traditional and contemporary designs crafted from hanji. See costumes that have been recreated based on ancient murals from the Goguryeo era (37 BCE–668 CE) and those inspired by modern-day Korea. After the show, join an open studio workshop to feel and experience Hanji, traditional Korean mulberry paper, which has been recognized as a form of intangible cultural heritage. See how this paper is turned into textiles, including through the process of traditional Korean paper knitting, in a drop-in workshop with expert craftspeople from Korea. Details HERE. The new KCCDC exhibition Beyond Paper showcases the extreme possibilities of Hanji art, transcending common notions of paper as merely utilitarian. Instead, this collection of hanji art encompasses stunningly vibrant and richly textured visual art, sculpture, textiles, crafted wares and vessels, illuminated light art, and fashion, featuring both historical examples from Korea’s ancient Joseon Dynasty and the work of contemporary artists. Traditional materials and techniques, perfected by Korean artisans over many generations, provide the foundation for such wide-ranging creative expression that is firmly rooted in Korean cultural heritage. As traditional paper was eclipsed by more efficient and practical versions in the industrial era and further ceded ground in the digital era, Beyond Paper seeks to rekindle the creative magic and unique personal touch of paper’s natural form. Beyond Paper will remain on view through November 4 at the Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. (no RSVP required; walk-in hours are 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., excluding 12 – 1 p.m., Monday – Friday). More information HERE or see below. | 
