8 September 2025　　　　　　　　　　　　　　

10:30AM-4PM　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　

Korean Cultural Centre SA

267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria

Step into the world of Korean tradition through fashion and art!

Join us at the Korean Cultural Centre for a special day exploring the beauty of Hanbok, Korea’s traditional clothing, and experiencing hands-on craft workshops.

Begin with an engaging lecture tracing Hanbok’s history, symbolism, and its on-screen life in Korean dramas and media. In the afternoon, shift from insight to practice: craft a Gwi-Jumeoni finished with Maedeup knots and explore Minhwa, Korea’s folk-art tradition of auspicious motifs. A compact, hands-on day that ties fashion, craft, and story together.

Don’t miss the chance to explore Korea’s artistry, from timeless fashion to meaningful crafts.

Gwi-Jumeoni with Maedeup (Traditional Korean pouch with knots)

Gwi-Jumeoni is a traditional Korean pouch, often carried with Hanbok. Made from colourful fabric and tied with a drawstring, it once held small items or charms. Its drawstring is often finished with Maedeup, the Korean knots known for its clean, balanced form. Today, it symbolizes good fortune and beauty, adding elegance to traditional attire.

Minhwa painting (Korean folk art)

Minhwa are Korean folk paintings created by everyday people. They often show symbols of good fortune, happiness, and protection. These artworks were used to decorate homes and express people’s hopes and beliefs.

PROGRAMME

  • Lecture | 10:30AM-12PM

    - Overview of Korean Hanbok Culture & Hanbok in Korean Dramas and Media

  • Workshop | 1PM-4PM

    - Gwi-Jumeoni with Maedeup (Korean traditional pouch with knots)

    - Minhwa painting (Korean folk art)

DATE

Monday, 8 September 2025

TIME

10:30AM-4PM

VENUE

Korean Cultural Centre SA

(📍 Address: 267 Waterkloof Rd, Brooklyn, Pretoria)

ADMISSION

Free

REGISTRATION

https://forms.gle/W9wfBjo6TcykaMzx6 *required

For enquiries, please contact:

012 001 9204 | kccsa@korea.kr