This is a roughly 2-hour class in a cozy studio in Itaewon, Seoul, where you create your own Korean minhwa folk painting. You choose a design from traditional motifs such as the tiger and magpie (Hojakdo) or the peony, a symbol of prosperity. A local host guides you step by step, so no painting experience is needed. You take your finished artwork home as a Seoul-made souvenir.

Paint your own Korean minhwa
at a studio in Itaewon

This is a small-group class of about 2 hours at a cozy studio in Itaewon, Seoul, where you paint traditional minhwa yourself. It is held in English, and all painting materials, including traditional paper, brushes and pigments, are provided. A local host guides you step by step, so beginners are welcome.

It is a relaxed experience rather than a stiff lecture, a way to connect with Korean culture while you create.

Choose a traditional design such as the tiger and magpie or the peony

Choose a design from classic motifs such as the famous Hojakdo (tiger and magpie), the peony that symbolizes prosperity, still life and the moon jar. Minhwa were historically hung in homes to wish for good luck, protection and happiness.

Add color to a pre-sketched design

You paint over a pre-sketched minhwa design, choosing the colors and details you like. Your host teaches you step by step, so you do not need to be skilled with a brush.

Finish your artwork while hearing the stories

As you paint, you hear about Korean aesthetics, symbolism and how these artworks were used in everyday life. When the class ends, you take your finished painting home as a handmade souvenir from Seoul. Protective packaging is provided for safe travel.

※ Bookings must be made at least 2 days in advance.
※ Children under 8 cannot take part.

• Please check your mobile voucher by email or in the WAUG app.

• Come to the meeting point at your booked time and meet your host.

• The voucher is valid only on the date and time you selected.

Meeting point :
Itaewon minhwa class studio
28 Itaewon-ro 23-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Meeting point guide:
The class is held in the building at 28 Itaewon-ro 23-gil. Hotel pickup and transportation to the meeting point are not included.

Cancellation & Refund

• Cancel up to 24 hours before the activity date for a full refund.

Participation limits

• Children under 8 cannot take part.

On-site information

• The class is held in English.

• Bookings must be made at least 2 days in advance.

• This is a small-group class with 1 to 8 participants per session.

• You carry your finished artwork yourself, and delivery is not provided.