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Bae Young-whan, Artist Inspired by K-Pop and Conceptualism, 1969–2026

The Korean artist, who prioritised quotidian lived experience through his work, has died

The Art Journal1 July, 2026

Bae Young-whan. Photo: © BB&M, Seoul

Bae Young-whan, a Korean artist who prioritised quotidian lived experience through his work, has died.

Young-whan married K-pop lyrics and conceptualist techniques within his practice, incorporating everyday materials like pills, cotton balls and bottle caps. He previously represented South Korea in the 51st Venice Biennale and participated in the Gwangju and Sharjah Biennales.

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