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Art, writing, & reflection

for a resonant, creative life

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Carolyn Yoo is an artist and writer whose work celebrates reflection and self-discovery through the tactile world of paper. Through her writing, zines, and workshops, she helps creatives build more authentic and fulfilling practices.

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These are upcoming offerings, workshops, products, and shows from Carolyn. Check back regularly or subscribe for email updates!

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31 DAYS OF CREATIVE RESILIENCE (JANUARY 1-31)

Daily creative prompts with weekly themes to embrace gentle creativity

RED ENVELOPE SHOW 2026 (FEBRUARY 7, NEW YORK, NY)

Group exhibition at Pearl River Mart to celebrate Lunar New Year

SPRING PRACTICE PREORDER (FEBRUARY 1-15)

Next seasonal companion zine will be up for preorder in February

ZINE LAB WORKSHOP (MARCH 3-24)

Four week zoom workshop to guide you through making a full zine

AZN ZINE FEST (FEBRUARY 28, PORTLAND, OR)

Tabling at this one day zine fair in Fubonn Shopping Center in Portland

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    Getting back into your sketchbook

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  • Display of Zine Lab materials with “ZINE LAB” text, promoting Carolyn Yoo’s zine workshops.

    Zine 101: What’s a zine and why you should make one

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  • Open analog notebook spread with handwritten notes and small illustrations.

    Review your analog notebook systems

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    Minimum & maximum creative time

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Work with me

  • Carolyn Yoo’s hand arranging a collection of her handmade zines on a desk.

    Zine Lab

    A four week guided workshop to help you plan, create, and distribute your zine. Next cohort is in early 2026

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  • Carolyn Yoo working in her sketchbook during a journaling and sketchbook workshop.

    Journal & Sketchbook Workshops

    Seasonal guided workshops on creative journaling and sketchbook practice

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  • Illustration of four figures dancing under a night sky, created by Carolyn Yoo.

    Illustration Commissions

    Custom illustrations for your creative projects. Reach out to discuss your idea

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“I would take any workshop from her.”

“Carolyn's calm, reassuring demeanor combined with her knowledge made for a great experience. She presented just the right amount of information in a way that was organized, logical and easy to grasp. I would take any workshop from her.”

— Courtney Daniels (student)

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Explore my art

Carolyn creates playful art with hand-drawn lines and analog textures. She partners with publications, brands, and individuals to create illustrations with warmth and narrative delight.

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Client Work
Illustration of hands making dumplings around a shared table.
Illustrated map highlighting South Korea’s soju regions with labeled areas and a bottle graphic.
Event table set with flowers and candles, illustrating client work by Carolyn Yoo.
Illustration of eight women holding hands in a circle under a night sky.
Illustrated paper table sign by Carolyn Yoo displayed beside a small disco ball.
Zines
Hand holding a circular zine titled “Waxing Crescent — begin with an idea.”
Pink zine by Carolyn Yoo featuring hand-drawn illustrations and text about clothing and daily life.
Carolyn Yoo’s hand arranging a collection of her zines displayed on a desk.
Hand holding a spiral-bound zine titled “5 Rules to Live By,” illustrated by Carolyn Yoo.
Personal Work
Painting of two girls sitting back-to-back with braided hair tied in red ribbons.
Illustration of a woman holding a moon while surrounded by tall cactus-like plants.
Illustration of a girl with braids drinking a matcha latte under a night sky.
Illustration of friends sitting on a ferry, looking out the windows together.
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