pronounced “zeen”
ZINE (n):
A zine is a self-published, non-commercial print-work that is typically produced in small, limited batches. Zines are created and bound in many DIY ways, but traditionally editions are easily reproduced—often by crafting an original “master flat,” and then photocopying, folding, and stapling the pages into simple pamphlets. Zines may also be sewn, taped, glued—or even exist in unbound and other non-folio formats. The main rule is that there are no rules! Anyone can make a zine!
Zines can touch on a variety of topics from music and art, to politics, sexuality, humor and personal memoir. Their content may be written, drawn, printed, collaged, or any other form of combining words and imagery—a zine’s structure may be narrative, journalistic, comic-like, or completely abstract. (Binderymke.com)
Want to purchase some of Joanna’s zines? Check out her Etsy store Joanna’sZineGarden or send her an email joannasmiles@gmail.com for bulk pricing!
Joanna’s zines are all hand drawn and painted then folded into 8 panel booklet.
Her style continues to change with time and practice.
Anyone can make a zine and be a DIY publisher!
Interested in purchasing some of Joanna’s zines? Check out her Etsy store Joanna’sZineGarden or send her an email @joannasmiles@gmail.com!