Eunji Oh

Oh, Eun-ji is a textile designer who visually solves problems in modern society from a personal perspective. Through fiber art, she uses various colours and materials to narrate stories around her. Eun-ji Oh mainly showcases a fascination with the use of pop and vivid colours that reflect her unique personality. She intends to instill positivity and good energy into the audience through her pop art while raising awareness of contemporary societal issues.

Eunij Oh is currently based in London and Seoul. She majored in Fiber art at Ewha Woman’s University in Seoul, before her studies at the Royal College of Art.

Eun-ji Oh obtained a Bachelor's in Textile Arts and explored various textile craft techniques. Additionally, her mixed media research at the Royal Academy of Arts has culminated in an interest in pattern design, where she hopes to pursue a career as a pattern designer.

This design project revolves around a print job that explores the concept of "The Garden of Arrogance". The designer took inspiration from hybridization and created designs that uniquely incorporate various interbred flowers. The design process involved experimentation with various techniques such as Ikebana, deformation, and collage. Notably, the designer prioritized using paper collages in the pattern design, creating a distinct visual style.

To gain a deeper understanding of the patterns created, traditional techniques such as silk screening were experimented with to create patterns by hand, exploring the impact of different colours and materials on the final product. Additionally, the boundaries of pattern design were pushed beyond the two-dimensional plane, with 3D elements incorporated into future flower designs to create a more diverse and nuanced visual experience.

This project is still a work in progress, serving as a testament to my evolving skills as a pattern designer and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of visual research to create impactful and engaging designs.