Cho Gi-Seok is a renowned South Korean photographer and the visionary behind the streetwear brand KUSIKOHC. Gi-Seok, whose early aspirations in the creative fields of graphic and set design eventually led him to photography, is celebrated for his surrealistic visual style. Throughout his photography career, Gi-Seok has become known for his elaborate portraits that often incorporate abstract and fantastical elements—like a model with a retro video camera for an eye amidst a flurry of butterflies, or another whose face, entwined in a rose garden, sheds tears tinted with the vivid red of blood. His unique aesthetic has garnered him features in top-tier publications such as CR Fashion, KINFOLK, Vogue Korea, Wallpaper China, and Dazed Korea, and partnerships with international brands like Prada and Converse Korea. His artwork has been displayed in prestigious venues like Sweden’s Fotografiska Museum and is slated for exhibition in New York City. In 2016, Gi-Seok expanded his creative repertoire by launching KUSIKOHC, a streetwear label that merges his distinctive artistry with contemporary fashion.
