THE Magazine - Los Angeles

Kim Tschang Yeul in Los Angeles in 1989. An integral part of the Los Angeles arts community, AndrewShire Gallery continues to showcase the works of Korean artists in the United States. In 2002, under the aegis of a new Director, Susan Baik, the Gallery embraced a renewed energy and vision, dedicated to the development, promotion and exhibition of innovative works by international and local talent, while remaining true to its roots within the Korean American community. In 2005, May Chung joined Susan as Co-Director, enabling a broader vision and a focus on providing an opportunity for the community at large to engage in a public dialog regarding both established as well as emerging contemporary art. 2006 marked another Fresh Start, with the Gallery establishing a space in Singapore, creating a platform to source and spotlight contemporary art in the region, and to allow for cross-fertilization of ideas and shared artistic mediums. The AndrewShire Gallery continues to push the envelope in terms of the standard gallery environment. The goal is to remain an integral part of the local community, providing a vivid and colorful backdrop for local and international talent, while nurturing a passion for contemporary art, and providing a canvas for the creative in the here and now.