OOMK (one of my kind) is an artist collective based in London, UK, with a focus on publishing, operated by Sofia Niazi, Rose Nordin and Heiba Lamara.[1] They are known for the OOMK Zine, a magazine which explores "the art, ideas and activism of women."[2] Sofia Niazi and Rose Nordin formed the group in 2014, with Heiba Lamara joining at the launch of the first issue of OOMK.[3] Together, they also operate Rabbits Road Press, which is a "community and education focused risograph print studio."[4] They are currently residents at Somerset House Studios[1] with the intent to publish two "Independence" themed publications during their residency here, along with their continued work on the curation of events and discussions in regards to self-publishing.[1]
OOMK (one of my kind) | |
|---|---|
| Years active | 2014–present |
| Known for | OOMK Zine, Rabbits Road Press |
| Style | Graphic Design, Illustration, Writing |
Associated Contributors
editThe group currently consists of three main contributors, they are:
- Sofia Niazi [llustrator/Educator]
- Rose Nordin [Graphic designer]
- Heiba Lamara [Researcher]
Official Residencies
editOOMK have taken place at several residencies. They are as follows:
- South London Gallery - September, 2017 - May 2018[5]
- Somerset House Studios - November, 2017–Present[6]
During their time at South London Gallery, and led by Sofia Niazi, OOMK worked with children aged 4–11 at Oliver Goldsmith Primary School to found The Big Family Press.[7] While OOMK no longer run The Big Family Press, it is still ongoing through South London Gallery and is supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.[5]
Rabbits Road Press
editRabbits Road Press is a risograph printing studio and publishing press operated by the members of OOMK. Currently based at Old Manor Park Library, a community centre in London, they provide printing and book-binding services for nearby communities, artists and groups. In addition to this, Rabbits Road Press also manage and provide workshops centred around community publishing and book-binding, as well as open-access risograph printing sessions and private printing workshops.[8] They are supported by Arts Council England.
References
edit- ^ a b c "OOMK". Somerset House. 12 October 2017. Retrieved 8 September 2021.
- ^ "OOMKzinetwitter". Twitter. Retrieved 8 September 2021.
- ^ "The Publishing Collective One of My Kind Uses Zines as a Medium for Community Building". Eye on Design. 7 October 2020. Retrieved 8 September 2021.
- ^ "Rabbits Road Press". Rabbits Road Press. Retrieved 8 September 2021.
- ^ a b "The Big Family Press". South London Gallery. Retrieved 10 September 2021.
- ^ "OOMK Zine: Issue 6 Launch". Somerset House. 12 October 2017. Retrieved 14 September 2021.
- ^ "The Big Family Press with OOMK". South London Gallery. Retrieved 10 September 2021.
- ^ "About". Rabbits Road Press. Retrieved 8 September 2021.
Further reading
editOOMK 3 Preview - An example of one of OOMK's publications, providing insight into their style and content.