Jinseongyeong Calligraphy Master Launches Campaign to Hang Nameplates Using 'Pyemok'

Published 05 Aug.2021 17:19(KST)

Updated 17 Aug.2025 18:39(KST)

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The nameplate of vintage reclaimed wood engraving No. 2, displayed at the home of Mr. Hwang Daeman and Ms. Park Suja.

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] Calligraphy master Jin Seong-yeong is gaining attention for launching a 'Nameplate Hanging' campaign using discarded wood from marine debris washed up on the beach.

Since 2017, this activity has followed the 'Love Engraved Nameplate Hanging' campaign, which involved about 100 Korean nationals and overseas Koreans over two years, drawing even more interest.

Starting with the first recipient, Park Young-nam (Myeongji Village, Jodo-myeon, Jindo-gun), the second recipient, Park Su-ja (Sinjeonmaeum, Jodo-myeon, Jindo-gun), was recently given a vintage discarded wood nameplate.

Park Young-nam said, "It is a great honor to receive calligraphy from a Korean master. I will cherish the nameplate as a family heirloom and never forget my gratitude."

Park Su-ja stated, "Although it has been a year since the house was built, I always felt it was lacking a nameplate. I am thankful to be able to hang one now through this generous talent donation. Seeing the rediscovery of discarded wood fills me with pride."

Jinseongyoung is examining vintage reclaimed wood collected from the beach for nameplate work.

Artist Jin said, "While the 2017-2018 Love Engraved Nameplate Hanging campaign involved talent donation in collaboration with a workshop somewhere in Gwangju, this vintage discarded wood nameplate hanging campaign is entirely handled by myself from start to finish. This is the key difference," emphasizing, "Breathing new life into discarded wood, a part of marine debris that was abandoned and unsightly, also contributes to environmental protection efforts, distinguishing it from previous projects."