The 78th GRist is from Korea, Jaeyong Oh!
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Hello, my name is Jae-yong Oh.
I am a photographer based in Korea, and I also work as a technical writer, professional reviewer, photography educator, and photography influencer, specializing in cameras, video equipment, computers, and audio gear.
Through my photography, lectures, and reviews, I actively connect with many GR users and photography enthusiasts across Korea.
My journey in photography began with film cameras and darkroom printing, and that is also where my relationship with the RICOH GR first began. Since then, it has continued without interruption. I proudly consider myself—and many others would agree—a true, lifelong GR enthusiast. (I can still vividly remember the excitement and impact I felt when the original GR Digital was first released.)
Having served as a GR Ambassador for many years, I have always been amazed by the GR's portability and the incredible image quality it delivers. It is a great honor and privilege to have now been selected as an official GRist.
With renewed passion and commitment, I look forward to continuing my journey with the GR—approaching it with sincerity, dedication, and enthusiasm while creating many more enjoyable photographic experiences.
Conversations about the GR and photography are always welcome.
Wherever I go, my GR will always be with me.
I wish all of you many wonderful moments and a joyful life with your GR!
Jaeyong Oh（Photographer）
Founder and Community Manager of the photography group "사진문화망명지(Oh’s Naver blog)"
Selected as a NAVER Influencer in the Professional Photographer category.
NAVER：https://in.naver.com/ohjaeyong
instagram：https://www.instagram.com/snowman8920
Professional Experience
•Technical writer, reviewer, and contributing writer for MyCom Magazine, Hankyung PC Line, Korea Economic Daily PC Advance, and publications specializing in optics, photographic equipment, digital cameras, and lenses.
•Specialized in technical reviews and in-depth analysis of digital devices, computers, computer peripherals, digital cameras, and audio equipment.
Awards & Recognition
•June 2017 – Gold Prize, 1st VDCM Magazine Photo Contest
•July 2017 – Silver Prize, 2nd VDCM Magazine Photo Contest
•September 2018 – Honorable Mention, 10th VDCM Magazine Photo Contest
•November 2018 – Award Winner, DCM Magazine Readers' Gallery Photography Competition
•March 2019 – Selected as a Featured Debut Photographer in the Photography category on NAVER Grafolio
•March 2019 – Selected as a NAVER Grafolio Discovery Artist, with a featured artist profile (Name Card)
•March 2019 – Photograph selected for the NAVER Inspiration Board.
•July 2019 – Selected as a Featured Artist on NAVER Grafolio.
•October 2020 – Appointed Official RICOH GR Ambassador (Korea).
•December 2020 – Selected as one of five featured photographers for GR SNAPS Vol. 9: Monotone, an RICOH GR Official Blog.
•June 2021 – Guest lecturer at the SAEKI P&C Customer Appreciation Special Class, presenting Street Photography: Finding Inspiration.
•November 2021 – Speaker at the SAEKI P&C Talk Class, presenting GR: My Perspective.
•January 2022 – Featured in Photo Art Magazine with the review of photographer Jaeyong Oh's City Hunter – Geometric Cityscape project.
•2025 – Participated in the launch of the RICOH GR IV, contributing product reviews, lectures, talk shows, and exhibitions.
•As of July 2026 – Continuing to serve as a RICOH GR Ambassador(Korea), actively producing photographic work and engaging with the GR community through photography clubs, online communities, exhibitions, and various GR-related channels.
