By Kang Gahui and Kim Minji 

Korea Cultural Centers (KCCs) overseas will exhibit minhwa (traditional Korean folk paintings), the Korean Culture and Information Service (KOCIS) said on March 13.

A touring exhibition featuring 40 works donated by 21 minhwa  painters will be hosted by KCCs in cooperation with the Korean Minhwa Center at Keimyung University in Daegu. The event's purpose is to diversify the type of exhibitions held at the centers and promote Korean art and culture. 

The schedule of the exhibition will begin in London from April 4 to May 18; Osaka, Japan, in July; Washington from Oct. 4-25; and Buenos Aires, Argentina, from November to December. Live minhwa painting by Korean artists will also be held in addition to other events. 

KOCIS Director Kim Tae-hoon said, "Minhwa is a cultural heritage that conveys Korean thought and the traditional beauty of Korean paintings through humorous depictions and satirical techniques. This type of painting features a large decoration that embraces bold colors and strong layouts."

"We will keep seeking to discover distinct Korean cultural materials to more closely communicate with visitors to Korean Cultural Centers abroad."

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