Korean Dictionary
How to say "Artist statement" in Korean
“Artist statement” in Korean is 작가 성명 (pronounced "Jakga seongmyeong").
작가 성명
Jakga seongmyeong
Usage & Context
A written explanation of an artist's work and philosophy. Important in Korean contemporary art.
Example Sentence
작가 성명은 예술의 의도를 설명합니다.
An artist statement explains the intent of the work.
How to use 작가 성명 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Artist statement” is 작가 성명, romanized as Jakga seongmyeong.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 작가 성명.
Pronunciation Guide
작가 (Jakga) sounds like 'Jock-gah', with 'Jock' as in 'jockstrap' and 'gah' as in 'gah-gah'. 성명 (Seongmyeong) sounds like 'Sung-myung', where 'Sung' rhymes with 'sunglasses' and 'myung' is like 'm-young' said quickly. The stress is fairly even across all syllables.
More Example Sentences
Explaining an exhibition to a visitor at a gallery.
이번 전시회에서는 작가 성명이 작품 이해에 큰 도움이 될 거예요.
For this exhibition, the artist statement will be a great help in understanding the work.
An artist discussing their upcoming work or portfolio.
새로운 작가 성명을 작성해야 하는데, 어떤 내용을 담아야 할지 고민이에요.
I need to write a new artist statement, and I'm wondering what content to include.
An artist receiving instructions from a gallery for an exhibition.
갤러리 측에서 작가 성명을 다음 주까지 제출해 달라고 요청했어요.
The gallery requested that I submit the artist statement by next week.
Cultural Context
In the Korean contemporary art scene, a well-crafted 작가 성명 (jakga seongmyeong) is not just a formality but a crucial tool. It serves as an artist's voice, articulating their conceptual framework and artistic intentions, especially vital for abstract or conceptual works. Galleries and curators often rely on it to introduce artists to collectors and the public, making it an essential part of an artist's professional portfolio and a key to engaging with the art community.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
작가 성명을 읽다
To read an artist statement
작가 성명을 쓰다
To write an artist statement
작가 성명에 담긴 의미
The meaning contained in the artist statement
Related Expressions
작품 설명
jakpum seolmyeong
Work description
작가 노트
jakga noteu
Artist's note (often more informal)
전시 서문
jeonsi seomun
Exhibition preface
개념
gaenyeom
Concept
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