Nam June Paik (1932 - 2006)

REAL DMZ PROJECT (Seoul, South Korea)

Explore REAL DMZ PROJECT, Seoul's unique museum delving into Korea’s division through contemporary art & historical reflection. Discover immersive exhibits and virtual tours showcasing the DMZ's impact on culture & fostering dialogue.

Nam June Paik proposed establishing a tiger farm in the DMZ. In a message delivered with animated hand-writing in colorful crayons on a matrix of printed blank television screen frames, Paik proclaims: “DMZ MUST BECOME A TIGER FARM. TO ATTRACT JAPANESE TOURISTS. TO PRESERVE AN ECOLOGICAL PARADISE. TO EAT UP INVADERS.”