The majesty drawn by light,

I would like to introduce Dancheong.

Hallo This is Bukchon Dancheong Workshop. Our Bukchon Dancheong Workshop is working with Bukchon Buddhist Art Preservation Institute and Seoul City For the development and complete transmission of traditional culture, we have continued the family business for the second generation. A beautiful cultural heritage of Korea We run a variety of experience programs so that not only experts but also the general public can easily access “Dancheong”. In addition, we specialize in training on Buddhist art, cultural property repair techniques, and functions.

What is “Dancheong”?

Dancheong is a representative color of an important traditional wooden structure in Korea, and is painted in obangshoku (blue, red, yellow, white, black)It refers to. Dancheong's purpose is not only to beautify, but also to protect buildings from rain, wind, and pests.

I think you've fallen in love with the beauty of Dancheong at our palace, which is visited by many people! Through this class, you don't have to look up for a long time by raising your head to many people, I would like to share Dancheong as the person closest to the lives of our ancestors.

For monochrome coloring

There are special rules.

You must color according to the rules to embody the beauty of traditional Dancheong. In this class, we'll learn the meaning of Dancheong pattern and the rules of coloring in detail.. We will also paint our own colors, get to know our beautiful traditional Dancheong, and even create your own interior accessories together. Everyone who is interested in traditional culture and traditional art is welcome!

I'm going to make something like this.

[Artwork 1] I'm going to make a “decoration that can be attached to a bag” that can be a special point with just one item.

[Artwork 2] Then No matter where you walk, you'll be able to create a nice “wall decoration.”

[Artwork 3] They'll also be making highly versatile “coasters” that have a different pattern and meaning than wall decorations.

[Artwork 4] Finally, I'm going to make an “ear-face picture frame” that chases bad luck and brings good luck.

Dancheong's dignity and nobility

It starts with the materials used.

At Bukchon Dancheong Workshop, we have spent a long time analyzing, investigating, and restoring ancient buildings such as palaces and temples. 100% inorganic pigments that can create traditional, vivid and calm colors with a long experienceI made it. It compensates for the shortcomings of existing stone and chemical pigments to create a deeper and richer color.

Our traditions Dancheong's character is not only revealed by the splendor of the pattern, but its uniqueness begins with the materials used. If you use Bukchon Dancheong pigment, you can also complete our beautiful and vivid Dancheong.

Also, We also prepared Dancheong Maca which is safe enough for young children to use without any problems. Even those who are new to Dancheong coloring can feel free to start with maca.

The path to preserving traditional culture is not far off.

I'm going to teach you the basics of coloring in detail so that anyone of all ages can follow along. If you take a class and look at the beautiful Dancheong pattern and do your own coloring, your complex thoughts will be well organized. Through Dancheong Creation Find something special in the repetitive everyday life, and even create one-of-a-kind interior accessories!

Making our beautiful 'Dancheong' drawn by light

Making our beautiful 'Dancheong' drawn by light