In celebration of Hangul Day, KoreanLearners.com Institute organized a special Korean Calligraphy Workshop, bringing together students, language enthusiasts, and art lovers to honor the beauty of the Korean script 한글 (Hangul).
Introduction of Our Host
We had the privilege of hosting the session with Kholod Elsayad -TalkTalk Korea 2022 Grand Award Winner in Calligraphy, A talented calligraphy artist and cultural educator known for her graceful brushwork and deep passion for Korean aesthetics.
(The picture is the one she won the calligraphy for)
Her expertise and warm teaching style created a calm and creative environment that inspired everyone to express themselves through Hangul art.
The Beginning: A Cultural Connection
Kholod introduced herself warmly and shared some of her beautiful calligraphy craftwork, inspiring students right from the start.
Participants learned how Hangul reflects balance, harmony, and simplicity, and how these same principles are beautifully expressed through Korean calligraphy.
Later, she presented the tools and materials used in calligraphy, explaining each item’s purpose along with possible substitutes that participants could easily find at home, making the session accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
Kholod then guided everyone through the history and emotional depth behind each stroke, helping participants understand that writing in Hangul is not just about letters, but about rhythm, balance, and feeling.
She went on to explain the three main styles of Korean calligraphy, sharing the unique beauty and significance of each. From the graceful style to the more modern and expressive brush forms, she described how each style carries its own rhythm and personality.
Kholod also shared her personal favorite style, explaining how its flow and harmony reflect the essence of Korean aesthetics. Students, on the other hand, enjoyed experimenting with all three, many especially loved the elegant curves and expressive strokes that made each word feel alive on paper.
The Practice: Brush, Ink, and Focus
After the introduction, the hands-on practice began. Students prepared their calligraphy sets, tested brush movements, and slowly began forming Hangul characters under Kholod’s guidance. The workshop was filled with concentration, laughter, and soft conversations, a true blend of art and community.
Even though there were a few minor network challenges, the students’ enthusiasm never faded. They patiently followed along and shared their progress on screen, turning the virtual space into a real creative studio.
The Closing: Sharing Art and Appreciation
As the session came to an end, students proudly showcased their beautiful calligraphy works, each one unique and heartfelt. Some wrote their favorite Korean words, others created inspiring phrases but all reflected sincerity and joy.
We closed the event with words of gratitude to our wonderful host, Kholod Elsayad, for guiding us through such a meaningful journey, and to our students for their dedication and positive energy throughout the session.
Student Reflections: Words from Our Participants
The workshop ended with smiles, laughter, and heartfelt messages from our wonderful participants. Despite the network challenges, everyone stayed connected till the end, filling the session with warmth and appreciation.
Here’s what some of our students shared:
💬 “Thank you so much for your time @kholod1234567 @Koreanwithkashish "It was really fun 🌷” — Hiba
💬 “I really loved the session....thank you so much for your time and effort mam....I really enjoyed the class💓” — Mithra
💬 “Thank you so much for your time ma'am . It was really fun and informative ❤️” — Sruti
💬 “Thank you so much for the workshop! A special thanks to Kashish and Kholod Mam for your valuable time.” — Saile Lokhande
💬 “Thank you so much @Koreanwithkashish mam @kholod1234567 mam for such a wonderful workshop.. I really got to learn something new today!! And I really had fun with you guys! Thank you ♥️✨” — Sneha Ganvir
💬 “Felt so happy to be the part of this wonderful workshop.... enjoyed every minute spending and learning here with @kholod1234567 @Koreanwithkashish...got to see you again after so long mam 🥰✨🙌” — Aakriti jaiswal
💬 “Thank you so much for a wonderful session mam.. hope we meet again for another session soon.👏😊Thank you @Koreanwithkashish @kholod1234567” — Shikha Mishra
💬 “Thank you for the wonderful opportunity and the session was fantastic. Ma’am was so kind, and very supportive. I learned a lot about calligraphy. This was my first time holding brushes Thank you so much ma’am ❤️🥹 @kholod1234567 @Koreanwithkashish” — Anchal
💬 “It was a beautiful session with beautiful people ... Thank you sm @Koreanwithkashish @kholod1234567 and everyone ❤️.” — Nobel Dangi
💬 “Thank you so much for this wonderful session @kholod1234567 @Koreanwithkashish Got to learn a lot of new things❤️” — Nishi
💬 “감사합니다 선생님 It was great session, I learnt a lot of new things.” — Karma
💬 “@kholod1234567 it was an insightful session and had fun during practice too. Thank you very much🥰” — Aishwarya Khale
💬 “Tried writing something different after ur help ... and it turned out pretty good so thank u sm for ur precious time and knowledge @kholod1234567 🤍🌷” — Zainab
Every message reflected the students’ genuine joy, curiosity, and creativity, making this Hangul Day truly special for all of us at Korean Learners Institute
A Step Forward for Korean Learners
This was our first cultural event as “KoreanLearners.com: The Korean Language Institute”, and it was a truly memorable beginning. We are deeply grateful to everyone who joined, trusted, and supported us.
We invite all participants to share their reviews on our post and upload their 6 favorite pictures from the event using our template and tagging @koreanlearnerscom. These moments will be added to our highlights as part of our shared memory and growing community.
Here’s to many more events that connect language, art, and culture to celebrate the spirit of Hangul together. 🇰🇷