Traditional Buncheong Decorative Techniques
Under the meticulous 1:1 guidance of Master Im Kyungmoon, this is an exclusive, intensive journey to inherit the true essence of traditional Buncheong decorative techniques directly at your fingertips.
After 7 days of profound immersion, you will return to your own studio capable of projecting this great learning to confidently present a new path for your creations and working methods.
2026 MASTER CLASS
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Only 1 to 3 participants.
7 days of absolute, isolated immersion
This masterclass is not a large-scale demonstration, but a strictly private, apprenticeship-style class. From 9 AM to 5 PM, Master Im Kyungmoon, who has guarded the clay of this land for decades, will be present throughout the entire schedule to personally demonstrate and guide you closely. Encounter the clay and tools prepared exclusively for you, and absorb the Master's every technique and breath up close.
Master: Im Kyungmoon (Present full-time, direct demonstration, and 1:1 close guidance)
Schedule: 7-Day Intensive Course (09:00 ~ 17:00)
(※ Lunch is not included in the fee. You may visit local restaurants a 5-minute drive away, or bring a personal lunchbox to enjoy in the studio's lounge area. Deep tea sessions, drip coffee, and refreshments are provided at all times during work.)
Capacity: 1~3 Persons (Strictly limited private cohort)
Location: Hwasimdoyo
(838-20, Sanggwansoyang-ro, Soyang-myeon, Wanju_gun, Jeonbuk-do, Republic of Korea, 55346)
Language: Conducted in Korean (Daily interpretation support for English and Japanese provided)
Tuition: 2,600 USD per person (Special discount available for simultaneous team applications)
The 7-Day Legacy Curriculum
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DAY 1 |Studio Introduction & Orientation, Practice forming plates using the traditional kick-wheel.
DAY 2 |Crafting traditional Inhwamun (stamp-pattern) tools.
DAY 3 |Trimming plates on the kick-wheel / Theoretical lecture on traditional Buncheong decorative techniques (Inhwamun, Sanggam, Bakji, Johwa, etc.).
DAY 4 - 7 |Intensive practice of Buncheong decorative techniques (Decorating plates utilizing traditional methods such as stamping, inlay, sgraffito, and carving).
(※ The detailed pace of the curriculum is flexible and may be adjusted depending on the student's progress and studio conditions.)
Wood-Firing & Global Shipping
Immersing Completely into the Art of Sculpting
This 7-day period is designed to step away from the long wait required for kiln firing, allowing you to focus entirely on the practice of 'Buncheong decorative techniques'—carving, scratching, and filling the clay's surface.
Wood-Kiln Firing & Global Shipping (Private Optional Add-on)
Among your practice pieces imbued with your soul, the most perfect creations can be reborn as eternal artworks within Hwasimdoyo’s fierce traditional wood-fired kiln.
Firing Fee
150 USD per piece (Subject to the Master’s strict kiln management standards, a maximum of 3 pieces per person is permitted.)
Selected pieces will receive the baptism of fire according to Hwasimdoyo’s official firing schedule, and upon completion, will be carefully packed and individually shipped to your home. (Global shipping fees apply separately.)
Notice
Un-fired practice pieces cannot be taken outside the studio and will be discarded after a certain period. However, the 'Inhwamun (traditional stamp)' that you carved yourself will be carefully bisque-fired in a small electric kiln by the Master and safely returned to you.
Sanctuary Rules
Put Down the Digital, Awaken Your Senses
Hwasimdoyo is an intimate sanctuary where the Master and his apprentices actually live, breathe, and work. For perfect immersion and privacy protection, access to unauthorized areas and any personal photography or videography inside the studio are strictly prohibited. You are to focus solely on your work. All shining moments of the workshop will be officially recorded and professionally photographed by Hwasimdoyo and dedicated to you.
Preparation for Work and the Responsibility of Tools
Please wear comfortable personal work clothes that you do not mind getting stained with clay. Aprons, towels, and a premium set of professional carving tools personally hand-carved and refined by Master Im Kyungmoon will be provided on a rental basis for the 7 days of practice. The tools placed in your hands are engraved with unique numbers, they are not mere objects, but the Master's precious assets, and will be collected at the end of each day's session. Please handle them with strict care throughout the course and return them completely upon the conclusion of the schedule.
Accommodation and the Path to the Studio
Accommodation is not included in this masterclass fee, so you must individually book your stay in downtown Jeonju or near Wanju. For transportation from your accommodation to the studio, you must use your own vehicle or public transportation (taxi, bus).
To ensure you face no inconvenience on unfamiliar roads, we provide full support with public transit routing and taxi reservation services. (Upon request, a local coordinator will join you on your commute to the studio.)
Application & Custom Class
Due to limited availability, all masterclasses are closed on a first-come, first-served basis. If you submit your application through the form below, we will review it and respectfully send a PayPal invoice to your registered email. Your final participation will be confirmed only upon completion of payment within 5 days of receiving the invoice.
Customized Firing & Tailored Workshop Inquiries
In addition to the official 7-day course, if you desire a shorter schedule or a customized private class to deeply hone a specific technique, separate inquiries are welcome. Please feel free to contact us through the channels below, and we will coordinate a journey exclusively for you.
Email: hwasimdoyo@naver.com
Instagram DM: @hwasimdoyo
WhatsApp & Text: +82 10-8321-3170
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