Designer Kay Oh reflects on their time at Convention House during their recent Risograph Residency
Kay (Kyung) Oh is a visual communicator working as a graphic designer, based in London, Seoul, and Tokyo. Her work is often created through experimentation with a mix of physical materials, craft techniques, and digital methods.
How would you describe your practice, and what have you been working on in the Riso room?
I’m a visual communicator working as a graphic designer. During my time in the Riso room, I’ve been making my zine, Full Korean English Breakfast.
Describe Riso Printing in three words.
Experiment. Learning. Process.
Which part of the creative process in Riso printing inspires you the most?
The colours, textures, and interaction with the printer. It’s always different and challenging, even when you become used to it. You have to plan well and think strategically — from a graphic designer’s point of view — but it will still surprise you!
If you could only use two colours, what would they be and why?
Yellow and Fluorescent Pink. They’re the trickiest, but also the most desirable colours in my practice. I often end up printing with them.
Has your time in the risograph room changed how you work or think?
Definitely. It made me more resilient. I had to adjust my plan several times and shift my mindset to deal with unexpected situations. But I really enjoyed the challenge!
What piece of advice would you give to someone who wants to start using Riso?
Just go for it and see how it goes!
Find Kay Oh:
@kyo_mobi_ru
