Founded in 1947 by Robert Capa, Henri Cartier-Bresson, David Seymour, and George Rodger, Magnum Photos is a community of international photojournalists representing the very best of the world's documentary photography in the post-WWII years. Now Magnum Photos members have come to Korea!<br />Starring in the third episode of In Frame is Alex Webb, the master of pictures who have added color to the world of black-and-white documentary photos. See how he becomes captivated by the vibrant colors of Korea's five-day markets. <br />'Jeongseon Arirang Five-day Market'<br />Jeongseon Arirang Market best represents Korea's traditional marketplaces, so much so that it was named the Star of Korean Tourism in 2012. Opening on the days that end with 2 and 7, Jeongseon Market keeps Alex Webb's camera busy capturing mountain herbs and interesting sights and performances of Korea's iconic folk song, Arirang. <br />'Moran Folk Market'<br />Held on the days that end with 4 and 9, Moran Market is Korea's largest and most urban five-day market, maintaining both tradition and modernity. The marketplace is divided into 13 sections, selling a wide range of goods, from livestock and fish to flowers and vegetables. Maintaining the tradition of local markets amid corporate-style supermarkets, Moran Market is a perfect venue to bring everyday Koreans and Alex Webb together for a heart-to-heart. <br />'Naju Cattle Market'<br />Naju Cattle Market is a five-day market specializing in cattle. Cattle and farmers have long had a very special relationship. A cow was an important asset to a farmer - working in the fields, feeding the family, and fetching a high sum in the cattle market when money was tight. Alex Webb jumps right into the action in Naju Cattle Market, where buyers and sellers are locked in a fierce competition.Check out the sights and sounds of Korea's five-day markets captured by the masterful Alex Webb, at 1PM, October 3, on Arirang TV.
