Son Jang-Seop: Bridging the Divide Through Evocative Landscapes Born in Mapo District, South Korea, in 1983 – a region steeped in both history and poignant division – Son Jang-seop (also known as Son Seok-gu) has emerged as a compelling voice within contemporary Korean art. His work isn’t merely about depicting the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ); it's an exploration of memory, longing, and the enduring impact of geopolitical boundaries on the natural world. Initially drawn to acting – a career that began in 2014 with roles in television dramas like ‘Matrimonial Chaos’ and films such as ‘D.P.’ – So…