The Korean Cultural Center in Italy organized a special craft workshop titled "A Journey into Documentary Heritage: The Culture of Writing on Hanji" on Monday, September 15th. The event was part of the "Touring K-Arts" program, designed to showcase Korea's rich cultural traditions to international audiences.
The workshop opened with an enchanting performance by Master Kim Soo-ho, who played the daegeum, a traditional Korean bamboo flute. His musical presentation set the cultural tone for the afternoon's activities and provided participants with an authentic introduction to Korean artistic heritage. The melodic sounds of the daegeum created an immersive atmosphere that transported attendees into Korea's traditional cultural world.
Following the musical performance, participants received a comprehensive presentation about Korea's documentary heritage, focusing particularly on the historical significance of traditional papermaking and calligraphy practices. The educational segment highlighted the importance of hanji, Korea's traditional handmade paper, which has been used for centuries to preserve important documents and artistic works. The presentation explored how hanji production techniques have been passed down through generations and remain an integral part of Korean cultural identity.
The hands-on portion of the workshop allowed participants to experience Korean calligraphy firsthand by writing their names in Hangeul, the Korean alphabet, on authentic hanji paper. This interactive activity gave attendees the opportunity to connect personally with Korean culture while learning about the unique characteristics of traditional Korean paper. Each participant received individual guidance on proper brush techniques and the formation of Hangeul characters, ensuring an authentic calligraphic experience.
Organizers expressed their sincere gratitude to all participants who took part in the workshop, noting how each person who inscribed their names on hanji paper helped weave together elements of identity and culture through the artistic strokes of Hangeul. The event successfully bridged cultural boundaries and provided Italian participants with a meaningful introduction to Korea's documentary heritage and traditional arts.
