Gana Art Gallery

I came here for a spring charity benefit last year, and I must say, that the gallery was a gorgeous venue for the event. Gana houses contemporary artwork by up-​and-​coming Korean artists. While most of the artwork was really out of my range of understanding and appreciation, some of it was still fascinating. I love the fact that there is a niche gallery dedicated to Korean artists, who are getting exposure to the public through this beautiful venue. There are always current exhibitions going on, featuring different artists and their work. I’d love to go back and see what’s happening — for Asian art enthusiasts and modern art fans, Gana should be bookmarked for your next visit!

Gana Art Gallery brings to America a focus on Korean artists. There are six Gana Art galleries in all. Five of them are in Korea and the one location in the U.S. is here in NYC. The current exhibition through May 16 is Korean Contemporary Photography: Layered Expressions.
There were two pieces that really caught my eye: Seung-​Woo Back’s Real World II #25 and In Sook Kim’s Saturday Night. Real World II does it’s best with miniature soldiers. It’s an imaginary world within the real world. Saturday Night is a voyeur’s dream. Each window is as curious and intriguing as the next.
The gallery’s collection is peaceful, striking, and controversial. The space itself is wide and open. There is a second floor available as well for event space. Gana Art is one of Chelsea’s larger galleries and is also a school offering courses about the art industry and art appreciation. Open Tuesday through Saturday ten to six.