Lagniappe
Published and produced by Secret Riso Club
Book design in collaboration with Akoua Smith & Renald Louissaint
Book design in collaboration with Akoua Smith & Renald Louissaint
68 pages
Size: 8x10”
First Edition
Riso printed interior
Foil stamped covers
Screw post binding
Size: 8x10”
First Edition
Riso printed interior
Foil stamped covers
Screw post binding
Lagniappe" is a poster book that takes readers on a transformative journey through illustrations, written works & poetry. The title, meaning "a little bit extra" reflects the rich cultural influences and spirit woven throughout the book's 100% risograph printed pages.
Each piece captures moments of transformation, connection, and the extraordinary beauty found in the unfamiliar.
Each piece captures moments of transformation, connection, and the extraordinary beauty found in the unfamiliar.
The book's visuals draw from diverse influences, including the Mayan creation story Popol Vuh, the Afro-Cuban divination system Diloggun, and the symbolism of the sun as a source of vitality. The author skillfully weaves these elements together to create a tapestry of color, meaning, and personal reflection.
"Lagniappe" invites readers to explore its pages in any order, mimicking the unpredictable nature of life and encouraging intuitive discovery. Through this immersive experience, the author hopes readers will find a piece of themselves in the words and images, fostering a sense of connection and shared humanity.
︎︎︎Read more about Lagniappe process here
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New York 2023
11x17”
New York 2023
11x17”
SRC Tee LS
by Secret Riso Club
Reflective ink back
100% cotton
Screen-printed in house
Shirts are produced sustainably and ethically in LA with workers receiving fair wages
100% cotton
Screen-printed in house
Shirts are produced sustainably and ethically in LA with workers receiving fair wages
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All photos were taken on varios 35mm film cameras in NYC, Italy, Guatemala, New Orleans and other places.
Printing in 3 colors. 120 pages. Screen-printed cover on pearlescent paper. Hand bound.
Edition of 90.
All photos were taken on varios 35mm film cameras in NYC, Italy, Guatemala, New Orleans and other places.
Printing in 3 colors. 120 pages. Screen-printed cover on pearlescent paper. Hand bound.
Edition of 90.
Release Tee
by Secret Riso Club
Mockneck
100% cotton
Screen-printed
100% cotton
Screen-printed