The Paths We Cross: Perspectives from the Korean Diaspora

The Paths We Cross: Perspectives from the Korean Diaspora is a co-presentation of University of Hawaii - Hilo Art and English Department faculty. This international juried exhibition brings together contemporary visualizations of the complex history of transpacific migration, multiple homelands, colonization, resistance, hybrid culture, and ethnic identity. The exhibition addresses the larger global context of the Korean diaspora, highlighting the hardship and resilience of vibrant, dynamic, and global Korean communities, coupled with entrepreneurial success in a variety of endeavors, professions, and independence activism.

The call seeks artworks that visualize the essence of the Korean Diaspora and audio files that expressively capture the extraordinary migration stories of this culture. The call is open to individuals of Korean heritage and of any nationality, ages 18 and older. Artists may submit up to four images and/or two brief audio narratives (5 minutes maximum). Two-dimensional works on paper should not exceed 29" x 39". Approximately 80-90 original works will be reviewed and selected by the juror. Awards for Best of Show, 2nd, and 3rd place are $600, $300, and $100 respectively.

Entry fee is $35. Jury selection notification is March 1, 2024. The exhibition opens May 3, 2024 and closes June 27, 2024. Participating artists will receive a color catalog of the exhibition and a copy of The Path We Cross: The Lives and Legacies of Koreans on the Big Island featuring a chapter devoted to this exhibition. Hawaii island residents must deliver works installation-ready to the Wailoa Center by April 27, 2024 between 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Outer island and out-of-state entrants must ship works to: University of Hawaii at Hilo, Art Department, 200 West Kawili Street, Hilo, HI 96720, received by March 29, 2024.