The Calligraphy of Buddhist Monk Great Master Samyeong
A rare opportunity to see the calligraphy of Buddhist monk Great Master Samyeong. He was a Korean warrior monk famous for his powerful calligraphy.
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A Great Introduction to Korean Calligraphy: Beyond Line
Books on Korean calligraphy in English are few and far between. So when I saw this book, I had to buy it immediately!
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How to enter a calligraphy competition in Korea
Entering a calligraphy competition is a great incentive to practise! And from choosing an appropriate poem to making a pen
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The first day of spring (ipchun daegil) calligraphy
(updated 2020) At this time of year anyone who is into calligraphy may well be practising to write 立春大吉 ipchun-daegil to wish for good luck in the coming year
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Hangul Day Calligraphy Contest (Oct 9)
So the sageuk drama Deep Rooted Tree ( a murder mystery set in the weeks before the creation of Hangul)
Read MoreHi. I’m a British woman living in Seoul. I started this blog as a way to answer my own questions
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Is there a Monarchy in Korea?
Sometimes the question comes up – is there a Monarchy in Korea? Well, the answer is: not anymore. For over
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An engaging Korean comedy drama set in Andong
Two very different brothers have to return to their conservative hometown of Andong for their father’s funeral.
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Pansori in a modern style
Here’s an unusual and fabulous song for anyone looking to broaden their musical horizons! The band Lee-nal-chi (이날치) take a modern approach to perform traditional Korean Pansori.
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Where is the home of renowned artist Shin Saimdang?
Shin Saimdang (1504-1551) is one of the most famous women in Korean history. And she was the model of Confucian values in the Joseon period. So it’s not surprising that her family home is suitably understated and tasteful. It’s a modest hanok set in a garden of black bamboo in Gangwon Province.
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Hangul Day
On hangul day read all about hangul: the Hangul Museum, Hangul calligraphy, hangul typography, and King Sejong in film and drama.
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The iconic story of scholar Han Seok Bong and his mum
Han Seok Bong became one of the most famous calligraphers in the Joseon period. This story tells us how he got there.
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23 Korean Master Calligraphers of 20th Century
A fabulous exhibition at the Seoul Museum of Calligraphy Art (Seoul Arts Centre) is showcasing the work of 23 Korean Master Calligraphers of the 20th century.
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The First Generation of Modern Korean Calligraphers
There’s a great exhibition on at the MMCA in Seoul highlighting noteworthy Korean calligraphers and artists. But if you can’t make it to Seoul that’s not a problem, because you can see it all on youtube!
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Korean Drama: Mr Sunshine Review
Mr Sunshine now has the second-highest ratings of a Korean drama on cable TV after The World of the Married. In this Mr Sunshine review, I’ll get into my thoughts on the overall story and the influence of viewers on the drama.
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Haemin Sunim, Popular Korean Monks
Haemin Sunim is probably the most internationally famous Korean monk at the moment. (He’s got over a million followers on Twitter!) But there are several other monks who are popular in Korea and internationally.
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Review of Korea 2019
From the top dramas to a controversial moustache, here’s a look back over 2019! JANUARY It’s cold. Let’s watch TV!
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Late Joseon Kings and Historical Drama (1649-1910)
This third post covers Korean historical dramas from the 17th century. From Chuno and Horse Doctor to Mr Sunshine.
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What are the different styles of hangul scripts?
find out about the characteristics of two traditional hangul styles as well as some modern hangul typography scripts.
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Korean Buddhism Book Review: Polishing the Diamond
I love this little book by a Korean monk on Buddhism and it will join my modest, but growing collection of books on Buddhism along with the Compass of Zen.
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