See it, sort it,
save it, find it again
What was that painting called? Who is this artist? Whenever the question pops up, just open the search. It pulls together artists, artworks, exhibitions and museums from sources in Korea and around the world, and the home screen shows you exhibitions worth catching today.
On your way out of the gallery, while the work is still fresh in your mind, jot down the date, a photo and a few words. Even if an exhibition or artwork isn't in the search, you can add it yourself and log it on the spot.
Heart the artworks and artists that stay with you, and come back to them whenever you like. One discovery and one entry at a time, it all adds up to an art archive that's entirely yours. Getting started is easy: just sign in with Apple, Google, Kakao or Naver.
Read how Vernissage began (in Korean) →Little ways to bring
art a bit closer
Fuzzy memory?One search will find it
Title on the tip of your tongue? No problem. Type whatever comes to mind, and Vernissage finds the artist, artwork, exhibition or museum in one go.
A daily discoveryto bring art closer
Nothing in particular to look up? That's fine too. Every time you open the app, a new artist, a new artwork and a docent story are waiting for you.
One artwork,many more stories
Wondering who shaped this artist? Find out the moment you ask. Follow their key works, connections, materials and collections, and one discovery leads to the next.
Your next outing,right on the map
A free afternoon and no idea where to go? Find art museums, museums and cultural spaces near you, right on the map.
Every visit,in your own words
Write it down on your way out, while the work you just saw is still vivid. If something isn't listed, add it yourself and make it part of your journal.
Gather what you loveinto your own archive
Heart the artworks, artists, exhibitions and museums you love. Together with your journal, they show your whole art journey at a glance.
Vernissage
is for you when…
- you look up an artist or exhibition, only to find the information scattered all over the place
- you see plenty of shows, but can't quite remember later what you saw
- you want one calm place to keep the artists and artworks you love
- you're looking for an exhibition or museum to visit this weekend
- a single artwork makes you want to know more about the artist and their era
- you want to keep not just the photos, but what you were thinking that day
Pick what you love,
and see your taste take shape
What does your
taste in art look like?
Based on the choices you'd make in front of real artworks, the test reads your taste along five dimensions, such as figurative vs. abstract, open space vs. density, and calm vs. intensity.
Take a look
inside the app
Frequently asked questions
What is Vernissage?
Vernissage is an art information hub app. Look up artists, artworks, exhibitions and museums, save the ones you love, and record what you've seen with photos and notes.
Can I search if I only vaguely remember the name?
Yes. You don't need the exact title or spelling, just type whatever comes to mind. Vernissage searches sources from Korea and around the world in one go, including artist data from Wikidata, the collection of the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea (MMCA) and the Korean Arts Digital Archive.
How do I get started?
Sign in with Apple, Google, Kakao or Naver, then look up an artist or exhibition you're curious about, or log something you saw today. One photo and a single line is all it takes.
Can I log an exhibition or artwork that isn't in the search results?
Yes. You can add museums, exhibitions, artworks and artists yourself and log them right away. Keep the name, date, photos and your thoughts, as much or as little as you like.
How do I find museums and exhibitions nearby?
Browse museums and galleries around you on the art & culture map, or search exhibitions, artists and artworks by name. It's also handy when you're just looking for somewhere to go next.
Where can I find the things I've saved and the entries I've written?
Tap the heart on any artwork, artist, exhibition or museum to keep it in Saved. Everything you write is gathered in the Journal tab, in date order.
What are docent stories?
Docent stories are short reads that unpack the context and stories behind artworks and artists, so you can look a little closer. Each time you open the app, they're a jumping-off point for discovering a new artist or artwork.