Survive & Thrive in Korea
Blasians much like Blatinos comprise a unique place in the ethnic landscape of today’s dystopian culture wars where white vs black battles alongside trans vs cis and men vs women. Sort of. Being that the Asian factor much like the Latino factor puts Blasians more middle adjacent than actually squarely in the middle. What even is […]
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This Is How BTS’ Leader RM Is Revitalizing Korea’s Art Scene K-pop acts are known for their singing and dancing talent, as well as for their fantastic stage presence and charm. But some groups, such as BTS, are not only known for their music and positive influence on the youth, but also for their ability to […]
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I haven’t been to the 63 Building in years. The last time happened to be when my youngest brother came to visit Seoul for the first time. Then the 63 had the familiar IMAX, Aquarium and exhibition gallery on the top floor. Now, though, the latest addition to the 63 experience includes a wax museum. I discovered […]
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Looking for a diversion with some educational merit? Then look no further than the Gwacheon National Science Museum at Seoul Grand Park. Otherwise known as the Scientorium the museum offers a full scale immersion into science and technology for children as well as adults. Inside the main building there are nine main halls. First, the […]
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Seoul Art Space is on a mission. This progressive organization transforms old crumbling buildings into art spaces for creative expression. Throughout the city and neighboring Suburbs unused factories, abandoned apartments, and foreclosed stores become useful once again, but this time not as instruments of commerce but of imagination zones. Located in Seogyo, Geumchon, Sindang, […]
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On a recent trip to Hongdae I brought along my camera and decided to shoot the graffiti. I’d always noticed the graffiti in Hongdae. I can’t remember really spotting any everywhere else. Maybe a name tagged discreetly somewhere, but nothing as outlandish as what’s found in Hongdae. I have to say that often I couldn’t […]
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