World Master Lee Woong-jong Receives Commendation from the Mayor of Suwon and Is Appointed as Cheonan City Pet Culture Ambassador World Master Lee Woong-jong received a commendation from the Mayor of Suwon on March 4, 2024, in recognition of his contributions to public service and cultural engagement. Subsequently, on March 6, 2024, World Master Lee Woong-jong was appointed as a Pet Culture Public Relations Ambassador for Cheonan. The appointment ceremony was held at the Cheonan Municipal Animal Shelter, where he reaffirmed his commitment to promoting responsible pet culture and animal welfare. These recognitions highlight World Master Lee Woong-jong’s continued efforts in public outreach, civic responsibility, and social contribution through his professional expertise and leadership.-Commendation Date: March 4, 2024-Ambassador Appointment Date: March 6, 2024-Venue: Cheonan Municipal Animal Shelter

World Masters Lee Jeong-ran and Kim Jong-pil Open New Workshop in Guri, Gyeonggi Province World Masters Lee Jeong-ran and Kim Jong-pil officially opened their new workshop in Guri on February 25, 2024. The newly relocated workshop will serve as a creative and research space for continued artistic activities and the development of traditional craftsmanship.-Opening Date: February 25, 2024-Affiliation: Hyeondong Life & Health Research Institute / Rani Natural

Jisinbapgi Folk Ritual Broadcast on KBS Daegu The traditional folk ritual Jisinbapgi was aired on KBS Daegu on February 16, 2024 (Fri). From February 13 to 14, 2024, World Master Yoon Jong-gon, together with members of the Nalmoe Bukchum Preservation Association, held the Jisinbapgi event—an indigenous Korean folk ritual performed to pray for peace, prosperity, and good fortune for citizens in the New Year of Gapjin (2024). This event reaffirmed the cultural significance of Korea’s traditional folk heritage and conveyed wishes for harmony and well-being within the community through time-honored ceremonial practice.https://www.news1.kr/articles/5318097

World Master Jung In-su Holds Solo Exhibition“Dongpan Exhibition of Mongpyeongyo” World Master Jung In-su held a solo exhibition titled “Dongpan Exhibition of Mongpyeongyo,” presenting a distinctive body of work that reflects the artistic philosophy and craftsmanship of Mongpyeongyo ceramics.-Period: February 1 (Thu) – February 29 (Thu), 2024-Venue: Seongok Memorial Hall Gallery

World Master Cho Soon-nam,Osaka Gallery Invitational Solo Exhibition -Period: January 28 (Sun) – February 6 (Tue), 202-Venue: Osaka Gallery, Japa-Host: Osaka Gallery-Sponsors: Kyoto Art Korea Center; Kyoto Art Exchange Association