Reflection

Our video, The Language of Nature We Learned from a Hanok, began with a quiet moment that made us reflect on our lost connection with nature. Living in Seoul, we rarely had chances to feel close to nature. But when we visited a hanok, the breeze passing through the wooden floor and the sunlight resting on the eaves gave us a deep sense of calm. We thought, “This is what nature truly feels like,” and felt inspired to capture that moment through video. The hanok itself was a big source of inspiration—it felt like a space built in harmony with nature. Childhood memories of playing barefoot on soil and sensing the change of seasons also shaped our ideas. At first, we didn’t know how to begin, but as we developed the concept and worked on the video, our own perspective slowly emerged. We came to understand ourselves better and felt proud to create something that wasn’t just an assignment, but a meaningful piece of work. Through this project, we learned that connecting with nature isn’t just about going outside—it’s about slowing down, opening our hearts, and noticing what’s around us. Even small acts like picking up trash or looking up at the sky can bring us closer to the natural world. What we want to say through our work is simple: nature has always been speaking. Now, it’s our turn to listen.