***NEW*** This course introduces registrants to zine culture and the creative practice of self-publishing. Through hands-on projects, registrants will learn different methods for conceptualizing, designing, and producing original zines. Topics will cover zine history, zine aesthetics, materials and techniques, binding methods, photocopying/printing, and distribution. Registrants will gain practical skills in creative writing, visual art, graphic design, bookbinding, print production, and promotion as they complete their own zines.

Course Objectives:

• Understand the historical context and cultural significance of zines

• Experiment with different zine structures and binding techniques

• Develop creative writing and visual art skills for zine making

• Learn strategies for generating zine themes and content

• Gain hands-on experience with production tools including photocopiers, scanners, bookbinding equipment

• Complete multiple short zine projects utilizing a range of techniques

• Produce a polished final zine project for publication and distribution

This class is designed to be repeated.

Mondays, 1pm -3pm

Instructor: Phoebe Hurd

Registration and Fees

Become a member of the Oak Park Art League and save on class registration.

• Members: $175.00; after 10/12/2023: $195.00

• Non-Members: $195.00; after 10/12/2023 $215.00

Advance registration required.

REGISTER HERE

Registration Code of Conduct Policy

BRING YOUR OWN PAPER TOWELS!

Materials:

• Sketchbook, pens/pencils

• Scissors, x-acto knife, ruler, glue stick

• Folder or binder for collecting handouts/zine creations