Nam June Paik

Video art pioneer and TV Buddha creator

Nam June Paik - Video art pioneer and TV Buddha creator
Born

July 20th, 1932
92 years ago

Died

January 29th, 2006
19 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

South Korea

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An artist impactful in the development of video art, contributing significantly to the genre's evolution. Experimented with television as an art form and introduced innovative multimedia works. Established a career that merged technology with artistic expression, becoming a prominent figure in contemporary art. Created influential pieces such as TV Buddha, which explored themes of technology's relationship with human spirituality. Contributed to exhibitions globally, cementing a legacy that resonates in both art and media.

Created the influential piece TV Buddha

Pioneered the use of video in art exhibitions

Participated in the landmark exhibition at the Whitney Museum in 1975

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