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      Gregory Pence on February 28

      Chris,

      Your mother, Oh kyo su nim, is awesome. It was an honor to work with her.

      Gregory

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      Christopher Lee on February 28

      Congrats to my mom!

      Christopher L. Conrad

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      Christopher Lee on February 28

      Congrats to SB-Atl Group! Greg, Mike, Victoria,Matt, John, Kay!! Special Thanks to Atty Helen, Pastor Oh, Dr Jun and many more.....

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      Walid Neaz on February 26

      You guys did it! Congrats!

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      Yeon Bae on February 25

      His work is beautiful! Just saw the show and I'm deeply moved.

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      S-Girl on February 20

      Pleased to have met all of you today. Hope others retweet and post links. The goal is achievable with just a few more backers. Also, would you consider adding in an intermediate level between 35 and 150 ?

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      Ariel on February 20

      Like others in DAPAAA, I am pleased to be a backer of a talented APA artist.

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      jkk@dartmouth.edu on February 19

      As a DAPAAA member still at Dartmouth, I'm glad that we can help support this project!

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      Jennifer Liu on February 15

      I'm glad that DAPAAA brought this to my attention!

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      Joanna Giordano on February 15

      I am also a DAPAAA member. This is super cool!

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      Rajiv Menjoge on February 8

      Glad to hear about this through DAPAAA!

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      Debra Liu on February 3

      As Co-Chair of DAPAAA with Victoria, I am proud to be supporting freedom of expression and inspirational art!

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      Gregory Pence on February 3

      DAPAAA Rocks!, Thanks, Vic!

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      Victoria on February 1

      I'm a Dartmouth alum, a DAPAAA member, and glad to be backing this great project!

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Thank you! Every contribution counts and your name will be included in Song's ATL Expo catalog. A portion of your contribution ($5) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA).

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8 high-quality, color postcards in a protective sleeve. Images include: 1) "Take Off Your Clothes!"; 2) "Mount Baekdu"; 3) "Flower Children"; 4) "Beloved Leader"; 5) "General and Tribespeople"; 6) "Going Home"; 7) "Desperate Wish"; and 8) "Eagle Sightseeing." Shipping cost included. To view this item, please visit: http://www.songbyeok.com/gifts.html. A portion of your contribution ($10) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA).

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Song Byeok Expo T-shirt (X-SMALL, cotton). Shipping cost included. A portion of your contribution ($10) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA). To view, click the "Updates" tab or follow this link: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/foreverfreedom/song-byeok-atl-expo-propaganda-meets-pop-art/posts/169809.

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Song Byeok Expo T-shirt (SMALL, cotton). Shipping cost included. A portion of your contribution ($10) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA). To view, click the "Updates" tab or follow this link: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/foreverfreedom/song-byeok-atl-expo-propaganda-meets-pop-art/posts/169809.

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Song Byeok Expo T-shirt (MEDIUM, cotton). A portion of your contribution ($10) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA). To view, click the "Updates" tab or follow this link: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/foreverfreedom/song-byeok-atl-expo-propaganda-meets-pop-art/posts/169809.

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Song Byeok Expo T-shirt (LARGE, cotton). A portion of your contribution ($10) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA). To view, click the "Updates" tab or follow this link: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/foreverfreedom/song-byeok-atl-expo-propaganda-meets-pop-art/posts/169809.

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"Flower Children" print: (1' 10" x 2' 8"), w/ official seal. Shipping cost included. To view this item, please visit: http://www.songbyeok.com/gifts.html. A portion of your contribution is ($17.50) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA).

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"Take Off Your Clothes!" print: (2' 8" x 1' 10"), w/ official seal. Shipping cost included. To view this item, please visit: http://www.songbyeok.com/gifts.html. A portion of your contribution ($27.50) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA).

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BUNDLE: Print of "Flower Children" (1' 10" x 2' 8") + print of "Take Off Your Clothes!" (2' 8" x 1' 10") + 8 high-quality postcards in a protective sleeve. Original price $75. To view this item, please visit: http://www.songbyeok.com/gifts.html. A portion of your contribution ($40) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA).

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"Take Off Your Clothes!" print: (Approx: 2' 8" x 1'10"), w/ official seal, signed by the artist and personalized note to the backer. Shipping cost included. To view this item, please visit: http://www.songbyeok.com/gifts.html. A portion of your contribution ($137.50) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA).

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"Bamboo" ink scroll on Hanji (Korean paper), inlaid on cloth, and rolled onto wood. Original and signed by the artist; personalized note to the backer included. Required 4 hours to complete. Shipping cost included. To view this item, please visit: http://www.songbyeok.com/gifts.html. A portion of your contribution ($280) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA).

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"Sparrow" ink scroll on Hanji (Korean paper), inlaid on cloth, and rolled onto wood. Original and signed by the artist; personalized note to the backer included. Required 5 hours to complete. Shipping cost included. To view this item, please visit: http://www.songbyeok.com/gifts.html. A portion of your contribution ($330) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA).

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"Magpie" ink scroll on Hanji (Korean paper), inlaid on cloth, and rolled onto wood. Original and signed by the artist; personalized note to the backer included. Required 6 hours to complete. Shipping cost included. To view this item, please visit: http://www.songbyeok.com/gifts.html. A portion of your contribution ($380) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal-sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA).

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"Pine Tree" ink scroll on Hanji (Korean paper), inlaid on cloth, and rolled onto wood. Original and signed by the artist; personalized note to the backer included. Required 6 hours to complete. Shipping cost included. To view this item, please visit: http://www.songbyeok.com/gifts.html. A portion of your contribution ($480) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal-sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA).

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"Hawk" ink scroll on Hanji (Korean paper), inlaid on cloth, and rolled onto wood. Original and signed by the artist; personalized note to the backer included. Required 6 hours to complete. Shipping cost also included. To view this item, please visit: http://www.songbyeok.com/gifts.html. A portion of your contribution ($480) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal-sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA).

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"Child Warrior" acrylic painting on Hanji (Korean paper): (1' 1" x 10", 2009), 5 pieces available of a 21 piece installation to be exhibited at The Goat Farm. Original, signed, and numbered by the artist; personalized note to the back included. Shipping cost also included. To view this item, please visit: http://www.songbyeok.com/gifts.html. A portion of your contribution ($970) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA).

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"Chosun at Twilight" acrylic painting on Hanji (Korean paper): (1' 4" x 4' 6", 2010), original and signed by the artist; personalized note to the backer included. Shipping cost also included. To view this item, please visit: http://www.songbyeok.com/gifts.html. A portion of your contribution ($2470) is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA).

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SB-ATL Group 501 (c)(3)

Director of Operations, Web Designer:

Gregory Pence studied Korean nationalism as a 2010 Fulbright researcher based in Seoul, where he met Song Byeok for the first time at his solo show "Forever Freedom." Pence has extensive experience organizing in America and Korea, and currently pens editorial cartoons for The DailyNK. You can learn more about his work with Song Byeok at (http://www.dailynk.com/english/read.php…) and (http://www.toonouttheworld.com).

Project Manager:

Mike Lee is a uber-talented professional videographer who has shot video for high-profile clients and directors. He has worked with Pence the past eight months to plan and execute Song's exhibitions.

Special Arts Consultant:

Nana Lee serves as SB-ATL Group's art consultant and presently curates her gallery BLANK SPACE in Chelsea, NY.

Special Arts Consultant:

Nicole O. Conrad serves as SB-ATL Group's art consultant and ambassador to the Korean community/press based in ATL. She is presently full-time Faculty (Fine Arts Prof.) at CTC-PFEC (Central Texas College)

Webmaster and Public Relations:

Hannah Barker serves as SB-ATL Group's webmaster and community relations representative. She is presently enrolled in Korean studies courses at American University.

Volunteer Coordinator:

Matt Synder serves as SB-ATL Group's volunteer coordinator. He was inspired to learn more about Korean culture after living and working in Seoul for a year. He now works at a major multinational corporation.

Marketing:

John Davis serves as SB-ATL Group's marketer. After living and working in Seoul for a year, he hopes to continue learning more about Korean history while studying for a MA in Economics.

Intern:

Kay Um serves as Song's intern. An incredibly talented painter, she hopes to learn more about her Korean heritage while planning the exhibition.