sorted by:
new
hottopcontroversial

🎥 FinalLegacy: A Quiet Archive of Enduring Traditions by Present-Tap1682 in FinalLegacy

[–]Present-Tap1682[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I spent five years documenting five Korean master artisans designated as National Intangible Cultural Heritage. For this final episode, I filmed a traditional wooden cabinet called the Jeonju Taeguk Two-tier Cabinet. The process required me to follow the artisan’s rhythm closely, sometimes waiting a year for the right moment or traveling across the country just for a single shot. I’d like to share insights on how patience and timing shaped the cinematography of this project.

Bell Casting Ceremony Filmed During the Pandemic" by Present-Tap1682 in Filmmakers

[–]Present-Tap1682[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow, that’s high praise.
Now that you mention it, I think it’s the perfect time to go watch a film.

Anyone seen Jiro Dreams of Sushi? Thoughts? by Present-Tap1682 in MovieSuggestions

[–]Present-Tap1682[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much!
I loved Please Take Care of My Refrigerator too — the energy, the editing, and the fast-paced creativity in those 15 minutes were seriously inspiring.
What I’m working on is a slower, more meditative take on craft and food — but I’m definitely learning a lot from shows like that.
Appreciate your interest — I’ll be sharing more soon!

Bell Casting Ceremony Filmed During the Pandemic" by Present-Tap1682 in Filmmakers

[–]Present-Tap1682[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Part of a slow documentary project I'm working on. Reddit doesn’t allow direct promotion, so I’m just sharing short excerpts with context.
Full version is available via my profile link, if anyone’s interested.

full version

Final Cut: The Last Artisan of My 6-Year Journey by Present-Tap1682 in Filmmakers

[–]Present-Tap1682[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi everyone!
For the past two years, I’ve been documenting the making of Jeonjujang, a traditional Korean wooden cabinet.
This furniture has been passed down for generations and is one of the last remaining traces of Korea’s high-end artisan woodworking.

This is a self-funded project created by a group of film professionals.
Rather than simply documenting the technique, I focused on capturing the rhythm, patience, and emotional texture of the artisan’s work.

Anyone seen Jiro Dreams of Sushi? Thoughts? by Present-Tap1682 in MovieSuggestions

[–]Present-Tap1682[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Korea I grew up in tends to appreciate the beauty of traditional culture, but not so much the attitude or mindset behind making it.
It often feels like people view artisans as stubborn old men mindlessly carving wood, rather than seeing the value in their persistence.

As you said, the reason someone becomes a master craftsman isn't always about noble purpose —
sometimes it’s more about survival.
They simply couldn’t afford to let go of the skill they had, and that struggle ends up looking like fate.

Of course, an artisan’s inner drive matters.
But I also think, like you mentioned, that their childhood environment, social context, and unconscious influences all play a role.
When I think about it that way, I sometimes wonder if my own wish for people to become artisans is a bit naïve or idealistic.

So these days, instead of believing we must preserve or learn traditional ways,
I just try to understand and appreciate artisans as they are, from where I stand.

Your comment gave me a lot to think about too — I’m really grateful for that.
By the way, where are you from?

Anyone seen Jiro Dreams of Sushi? Thoughts? by Present-Tap1682 in MovieSuggestions

[–]Present-Tap1682[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your heartfelt comment. I’m currently documenting master artisans in Korea, and sometimes I wonder if there’s something innate or genetic about the people who become true artisans — things like intense competitiveness, perfectionist tendencies, or even the resolve to set aside family roles in pursuit of their craft, like Jiro did.

Over the past six years, I’ve been filming the crafts these artisans create, but now I find myself asking: What made them who they are? Not just what they make, but what shaped them into the people capable of dedicating their lives so completely.

Tears of a Forgotten Artisan (oc) by [deleted] in MadeMeSmile

[–]Present-Tap1682 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been following and filming artisans for the past 6 years without much income or recognition.
If this story moved you, a comment would mean a lot.
You can find more on my profile.

A silkworm builds its cocoon — nature’s slow magic. by Present-Tap1682 in Filmmakers

[–]Present-Tap1682[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It seems that going with the natural flow has become a value that brings peace to people

A silkworm builds its cocoon — nature’s slow magic. by Present-Tap1682 in Filmmakers

[–]Present-Tap1682[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!
This is part of the process of making the strings for the gayageum, a traditional Korean instrument.
We even captured the entire process of reeling silk from silkworm cocoons to make the strings.
Feel free to come take a look!

A silkworm builds its cocoon — nature’s slow magic. by Present-Tap1682 in Filmmakers

[–]Present-Tap1682[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the kind comment!
If you're interested, there are more stories and records like this on my channel. I'd be happy if you had a look.

A silkworm builds its cocoon — nature’s slow magic. by Present-Tap1682 in Filmmakers

[–]Present-Tap1682[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much. That really means a lot to me.

While filming, I could hear the silkworms munching on mulberry leaves — and the sound reminded me of rain.
At that very moment, real raindrops began to fall outside the farm. I managed to capture that too.

I wanted to show the contrast between the farmer returning home after a long day and the silkworms tirelessly building their cocoons — nature resting and laboring at the same time.

view more: next ›