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Update #7: Song Byeok Departure arrives in Washington, D.C.
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Posted on April 9
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Update #6: Song on CNN, the D.C. Expo, and our New Site
Dear backer,
I'd like to update you regarding our ongoing work with Song Byeok made possible by your pledge a few weeks ago.
The Washington Post published an article about Song's upcoming exhibit available here: http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/arts-post/post/kim-jong-il-painter-song-byeok-to-exhibit-in-dc/2012/03/22/gIQAzOGaTS_blog.html. Buzz is beginning to build, and we're confident about the exhibition’s success thanks to supporters like you.
More good news: CNN: Talk Asia will air its interview with Song Byeok this weekend. Please find below the official press release with broadcast schedule and other information.
In addition, Song Byeok's new website went live at: www.songbyeok.com. Visitors to the site can RSVP for both the expo and the lecture at: http://www.songbyeok.com/expos.html.
I'm particularly proud of this website. What began as a blog has evolved into a legit site where supporters can purchase Song's art, watch high-quality video, and connect with others via multiple social-media posts. More important, we've created a digital home for Song Byeok's story and art. A very special shout-out to my colleague Hannah Barker, a former intern at a D.C.-based human rights non-profit who responded to my e-mail query for assistance on March 28, 2011, while I was still in Seoul. This shot in the dark one year ago paid off in a big way, and I'm honored that Hannah is the first member of our organization.
Now SB-ATL Group is SB-DC, and we're proud to continue collaborating with our project partner, The Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (by the way, please message me if you're a DAPAAA as I've been asked to record participant numbers).
Finally, thank you again for investing in our project. Our organization is committed to executing successful events next month, and we're excited about the opportunity to update you regarding our progress.
Sincerely,
Gregory Pence
Director of Operations
SB-DC
Update #5: Thank you - "Song Byeok: Departure" arrives in D.C. this spring
Dear Backers:
Song Byeok: Departure will arrive in Washington, D.C., this spring.
The artist will present sixteen pieces to the public at The Dunes (http://thedunesdc.com/), April 13-30. We are grateful to Ms. Deidree Bennett, The Dunes’ Managing Director, for providing Song Byeok the perfect space to showcase his art in the nation's capital.
Two miles away, Johns Hopkins SAIS will host a Song Byeok lecture on April 12 coordinated by Ms. Jenny Town, a Research Associate at the U.S.-Korea Institute. We are grateful to her and the U.S.-Korea Institute at SAIS for sponsoring transportation of the artwork.
The Peach State's generosity made this all possible.
Thank you to SB-ATL Group, a team of art lovers who executed the impossible and kept their promises to the public, including: Prof. Nicole O. Conrad, Mr. Matt Snyder, Mr. John Davis, Ms. Hannah Barker, Ms. Nana Lee, and Ms. Kay Um. Also, thank you to SB-Seoul members Ms. Megan Smith, Mr. Abhishek Joshi, Ms. Dawn Kang, and Mr. Branon Page for their hard work organizing Song Byeok events on the Korean peninsula.
SB-ATL Group is proud of its ongoing collaboration with the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association 501(c)(3), our fiscal sponsor. Special thanks to Ms. Victoria Moy, Ms. Debra Liu, Mr. Fang Li, and Ms. Jennifer Liu.
We are indebted to our community partners, including: The Goat Farm Arts Center, Emory University, Georgia State University, Georgia Institute of Technology, The University of Georgia, Savannah College of Art and Design, Bang! Arts Management and Promotions, the Georgia General Assembly, and the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Atlanta. Special thanks to two Georgians in particular: Mr. Mike Luckovich, editorial cartoonist for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and Mrs. Helen Kim Ho, Esq., the Executive Director of the Asian American Legal Advocacy Center, who graciously participated in a Kickstarter video that inspired 143 backers around the world to contribute to the exhibition, thereby enabling us to surpass our fundraising goal.
We're also thankful to the press for all their interest and support, including: Global Post, The Washington Post, CNN, The Huffington Post, The Associated Press, Reuters, The DailyNK, Al Jazeera, Creative Loafing, The Georgia Asian Times, KoreAm Journal, The Korean Beacon, NPR, ArtsATL, KTN, News&Post, ArtRelish.com, The Korean Herald, The Korea Times, Burnaway, AtlantaChoson, ROKING, UGA's Red and Black, and Georgia Tech's The Technique.
Finally, thank you to the many student groups (especially KSA, KUSA, and LiNK Chapters), parents, and other community members who supported our celebration of culture and history.
All the best,
Gregory Pence
P.S. - Backer gifts began going out this week. If you have not yet sent me your mailing information, please do so whenever is convenient.
P.S.S.- Our organization remains grateful for your support. Hope to see you in D.C.!
Update #4: Expo Update + New Kickstarter Gift
Thank you to our amazing backers! With a few days left, we've crossed the 80% mark towards our fundraising goal of $6,500.
Opening night was a huge success with more than 500 people attending Song Byeok: Departure. Newsnpost published a video of the evening's events –– available here: http://vimeo.com/37020112 –– and CNN will broadcast a 30-minute television interview with the artist on Talk Asia by the end of March. Multiple airings will reach approximately 280 million viewers.
We're grateful to you and all of our community partners –– including The Goat Farm Arts Center, Emory University, Georgia Tech, Georgia State University, Savannah College of Art and Design and the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association –– for supporting the exhibition and SB-ATL Group.
To meet our fundraising goal, we're now offering a new gift to our backers: the bundle, which includes two prints and 8 high-quality postcards, for $60.
Thank you again for all your support!
Update #3: Reward: The Prints
"Flower Children" print: (1' 10" x 2' 8"), w/ official seal.
"Take Off Your Clothes!" print: (2' 8" x 1' 10"), w/ official seal.
A portion of your contribution is tax-deductible courtesy of our fiscal sponsor, the Dartmouth Asian Pacific American Alumni Association (DAPAAA).
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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.
