Mural Painting Project Underway in Yudeok-dong, Seo-gu, Gwangju

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Shin Dong-ho] The Administrative Welfare Center of Yudeok-dong, Seo-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City (Director Lee Jong-jun) has carried out a mural painting project on old and worn fences in Yuchon Village, reflecting the village's characteristics and depicting a warm rural landscape.

According to Yudeok-dong, Seo-gu, on the 28th, this project involved local self-governing organizations, the Residents' Autonomy Committee, the Neighborhood Leaders Association, the Welfare Council, the Saemaeul Association and Women's Association, and the Volunteer Camp.

Additionally, the Seo-gu Volunteer Center and Seogwangju Nonghyup sponsored the project, and talent donations from the Gwangju Sunday Painters Association and Honam University mural club contributed to creating a higher-quality mural artwork.

Residents who saw the murals said, "The dull and lifeless alleyway fences have been refurbished with beautiful murals," and "Not only has the village become more vibrant, but a place to appreciate excellent artworks has also been created."

A Yudeok-dong official stated, "Residents and various organizations came together to create a lively and wonderful piece," adding, "This mural project has become an opportunity to take a step closer to making the village beautiful and pleasant."

Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Shin Dong-ho sdhs6751@asiae.co.kr