Jukjang craft workshops, which were actively operated started to slump downhill due to problems risen from the Jukjang crafts. The skilled craftsmen required lots of time and effort to produce the product. However, the factories were mass-producing in a short span of time, which lead to poor quality in craftsmanship.
As a result, Jukjang craft was in the verge of disappearing.
The beauty of Ojuk was being neglected and after seeing the downfall, one person, in particular felt very sorry about the way the Ojuks were treated like trash. It was Yoon Byunghun the now deceased Seoul City Intangible Cultural Heritage No. 15 Ojukjang honorary holder.
<The work of late craftsman Master Yoon Byunghun, an honorary holder of Ojukjang, Seoul.> ⓒChoe Seonhui
It is said that Craftsman, Master Yoon Byunghun put a lot of effort into researching through historical evidence and literature to reconnect it.
Mainly, lots of research and effort has been made to improve the adhesive technique of attaching the Ojuk to the object.
For, example, he devised a technique that allows the adhesive to stick well without shaking. This requires at least 24 hours to harden by placing a piece of Ojuk on the object and nailing it.
<Fixing and pasting Ojuk on object> ⓒGongyeedam
A meticulous work process is needed for a single product. To ensure that the Ojuk is to adhere to the object perfectly. The process must be repeated multiple times by pressing it in place.
Also, the most important part of Jukjang craft works made this way are kept strong for a long time.
Except, when left in moisture, humidity, or liquid, because it can cause damage to the craft. By organizing the series of Jukjang craftwork processes by craftsman Master Yoon Byunghun.
His apprentice, Choe Seonhui continues on her techniques and know-hows.
Jukjang crafts made of black bamboo Ojuk was once on the verge of disappearing, but now slowly handed-down to the next generation under difficult conditions.
Today is the day for those who have dedicated their lives to Ojuk.
<The late craftsman Master Yoon Byunghun, the honorary holder of Ojukjang, and craftman Choe Seonhui, and her apprentice> ⓒChoe Seonhui
This story of The Revival of Jukjang Crafts is based on the story of Gongyeedam’s [Ojuk Collection].
From the successor of the 15th Intangible Cultural Heritage of Seoul, Choe Seonhui
You can listen for yourself through the link below.
Jukjang craft workshops, which were actively operated started to slump downhill due to problems risen from the Jukjang crafts. The skilled craftsmen required lots of time and effort to produce the product. However, the factories were mass-producing in a short span of time, which lead to poor quality in craftsmanship.
As a result, Jukjang craft was in the verge of disappearing.
The beauty of Ojuk was being neglected and after seeing the downfall, one person, in particular felt very sorry about the way the Ojuks were treated like trash. It was Yoon Byunghun the now deceased Seoul City Intangible Cultural Heritage No. 15 Ojukjang honorary holder.
<The work of late craftsman Master Yoon Byunghun, an honorary holder of Ojukjang, Seoul.> ⓒChoe Seonhui
It is said that Craftsman, Master Yoon Byunghun put a lot of effort into researching through historical evidence and literature to reconnect it.
Mainly, lots of research and effort has been made to improve the adhesive technique of attaching the Ojuk to the object.
For, example, he devised a technique that allows the adhesive to stick well without shaking. This requires at least 24 hours to harden by placing a piece of Ojuk on the object and nailing it.
A meticulous work process is needed for a single product. To ensure that the Ojuk is to adhere to the object perfectly. The process must be repeated multiple times by pressing it in place.
Also, the most important part of Jukjang craft works made this way are kept strong for a long time.
Except, when left in moisture, humidity, or liquid, because it can cause damage to the craft. By organizing the series of Jukjang craftwork processes by craftsman Master Yoon Byunghun.
His apprentice, Choe Seonhui continues on her techniques and know-hows.
Jukjang crafts made of black bamboo Ojuk was once on the verge of disappearing, but now slowly handed-down to the next generation under difficult conditions.
Today is the day for those who have dedicated their lives to Ojuk.
<The late craftsman Master Yoon Byunghun, the honorary holder of Ojukjang, and craftman Choe Seonhui, and her apprentice> ⓒChoe Seonhui
This story of The Revival of Jukjang Crafts is based on the story of Gongyeedam’s [Ojuk Collection].
From the successor of the 15th Intangible Cultural Heritage of Seoul, Choe Seonhui
You can listen for yourself through the link below.