KT&G Sangsang Madang will hold an exhibition featuring the works of graduates from the 15th cohort of the “KT&G SLAP” (Sangsang Madang Life-Art Photographers) program at the Sangsang Madang Hongdae Gallery until March 30.

KT&G SLAP is one of KT&G Sangsang Madang’s educational programs aimed at fostering emerging photographers. Since its launch in 2008, the program has fostered over 170 photographers. It provides a structured five-month curriculum that includes fundamental photography theory, printing techniques, and in-depth mentoring from professional photographers. Graduates of the program are also given the opportunity to showcase their work in an exhibition at the Sangsang Madang Hongdae Gallery.

The 15th cohort of KT&G SLAP ran from September last year to January this year, with photographers Kim Sung-soo and Kim Seung-goo, who were selected as “Photographers of the Year” through KT&G’s photography support program “KT&G SKOPF,” serving as mentors. In addition, the program featured a special lecture by graphic designer Park Hyun-joo, a former KT&G SLAP participant, as well as networking sessions with active photographers, further enhancing the program’s curriculum.

Thirteen graduates of the 15th cohort will make their debut with an exhibition titled “Things from the Impossible Place.” The exhibition will present over 100 works that creatively depict various subjects, including people, landscapes, and objects.

Kim Jung-yoon, Exhibition Manager at KT&G’s Cultural Contribution Division, said, “KT&G SLAP is designed to provide emerging photographers with a comprehensive experience, from training to exhibition, over the course of five months. Moving forward, we will continue to support and nurture new artists through various cultural and arts education programs.”

KT&G Sangsang Madang serves as a multifaceted cultural and artistic space, supporting the creative activities of emerging artists while offering diverse cultural experiences to the public. Since the launch of its first location in Hongdae in 2007, the platform has expanded to five locations, including Nonsan, Chuncheon, Daechi, and Busan, contributing to the development of regional culture and the broadening of cultural and artistic engagement. KT&G Sangsang Madang attracts around 3.1 million visitors annually and hosts more than 3,000 cultural and artistic programs every year.



(Photo) KT&G Sangsang Madang is hosting an exhibition showcasing the works of graduates from the 15th cohort of the “KT&G SLAP”
(Sangsang Madang Life-Art Photographers) program at the Sangsang Madang Hongdae Gallery until March 30. The image is the poster for the “KT&G SLAP” 15th exhibition.