Representatives from North Bergen’s prestigious Olyaa Gallery attended the township’s commission meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025 to present the mayor and commissioners with an original artwork by internationally renowned artist Young Sup Han. Mayor Nicholas Sacco expressed great appreciation from the township and acknowledged the prestige and elegance the gallery brings to the community.

Located at 704 76th Street, Olyaa Gallery currently hosts an impressive exhibition of artist Han’s multimedia works, including numerous massive pieces that fill nearly an entire wall. Since the 1970s, Han has been a pioneer in the uniquely Korean art of Takbon and use of Hanji paper.

Recognized as one of 100 contemporary Korean artists by the Korea Critics’ Association, Han won three consecutive times at the Osaka Triennale and the Prize of Excellence at the Hyogo International Competition of Painting. He has showcased in 22 solo exhibitions in Korea and 8 abroad, participating in 400 group exhibitions in Korea and 80 internationally, including the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum’s “Only the Young: Experimental Art in Korea, 1960s–1970s.”

His artwork “Forest,” presented to the township by gallery owners Esther and Annie Kim, will be proudly displayed in North Bergen Town Hall, 4233 Kennedy Blvd.

Olyaa Gallery is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday by appointment. Visit them at www.OlyaaGallery.com or contact Olyaa.art11@gmail.com or 201-450-1298.

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