PHOTOS – Top left: Ambassador Maria Theresa B. Dizon-De Vega delivers her welcome message. Top right: Special Remarks by artist Lenore RS Lim (Bottom photo L to R): Ribbon-cutting ceremony of the Opening of Exhibition and Artist’s Reception by Ambassador Carlos Penafiel Soto of Mexico, Mr. Jose “Didi” Lim, Ambassador Maria Theresa B. Dizon-De Vega, Ms. Lenore RS Lim, Mr. Lee Jon-Yong, Chairman of the Diplomacy Journal, Mrs. Baek Soo-mi, Chairperson of Hansae Yes24 Foundation, and Mr. Kim Yun-tae, Director of the Multiculture Museum.
06 May 2024, Insa-dong, Seoul – Internationally acclaimed artist, Ms. Lenore RS Lim, showcased 25 intricate artworks in a solo exhibition held at the Maru Art Center, located in the vibrant and culturally rich enclave of Insa-dong in Seoul. The exhibition was held from 01 May to 06 May 2024.
Entitled, “Interwoven Horizons: A Tapestry of Philippines – Korea Relations in Art”, the art exhibit celebrates the rich cultural and diplomatic connection between the Philippines and the Republic of Korea over a span of 75 years. This exhibition showcases the mesmerizing artworks of the artist from as early as 1992 to 2022. The works skillfully capture the essence of this enduring relationship through serigraphs, etchings, prints, and abstract works highlighting our shared appreciation for art.
Photos of artworks taken at the Lenore RS Lim Exhibition held at the Maru Art Center.
Photos of artworks taken at the Lenore RS Lim Exhibition held at the Maru Art Center.
In her welcome remarks at the Artist’s Reception, Philippine Ambassador Theresa Dizon – De Vega, conveyed “We wanted to share Lenore’s unique talent as a proud Filipino artist in this special year for Philippines – Korea relations. A 75-year partnership forged in blood and sacrifice but also buoyed by the special people-to-people relations and connections made through arts and culture.”
In her message, Ms. Lenore RS Lim said, “I am particularly humbled that, through my art, I am able to participate in celebrating a truly wonderful relationship between our two nations and people.” She likewise expressed her sincere gratitude to Ambassador Dizon – De Vega and Chairman Lee Jon-Yong of the event’s co-organizer, the Diplomacy Journal and Damwha Media Group, for making the exhibit a reality.
PHOTOS: Top: Officers and Staff from the Philippine Embassy admiring the artworks of Lenore RS Lim. Middle: Art knows no bounds, art lovers from Moscow and Seoul. Bottom L to R: Ms. Pamela Anne Isip, member of Pinoy Iskolar in Korea (PIKO) volunteer, Father Jason Antiquera, a Korea-based Filipino missionary, Lenore RS Lim, and art enthusiasts from the USA and the Philippines.
Chairman Lee offered his congratulations to Ms. Lim on her solo exhibition at the Maru Art Center. He further emphasized, that “cultural exchange through art is the best form of people-to-people exchange.”
PHOTOS: Top left: Ambassador Dizon-De Vega and Diplomacy Journal Chairman Lee present a Certificate of Appreciation to artist Lenore RS Lim. Top right: PH Ambassador to China Jaime Florcruz and Mrs. Cruz, Ambassador Jie-ae Sohn, Ambassador for Cultural Cooperation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Korea, the Artist Lenore RS Lim, Ms. Avie Felix Artist & Curator, and Mr. Jose “Didi” Lim. Bottom Left: Ms. Rina Marquez, Area Studies scholar and PH heritage advocate and Ms. Johanna Zulueta, visiting Professor of Sociology from Toyo University, Japan. Bottom right: Lenore RS Lim, with Ambassador Dizon-De Vega, Cultural Officer Anthony Cornista, Philippine Embassy and the Santos Family visiting from the Philippines.
Present during the opening reception were members from the Diplomatic Corps in Korea, prominent leaders from the business sector, Directors of government and private museums in Seoul, cultural organizations, Filipino Community members, and Korean media. Also in attendance were the Officers and staff from the Philippine Embassy and attached government agencies. Ms. Jie-ae Sohn, Ambassador for Cultural Cooperation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) likewise viewed the exhibit and met the artist.
Lenore RS Lim has an ongoing exhibition at the National Museum of the Philippines in Manila until March 2025. END
