Come along and create at this approachable, hands-on afternoon of zine-making, touching on the history and possibilities of the DIY medium.

This workshop is for anyone interested in entering the exciting world of limited-circulation, self-published works (often in the form of small booklets) known as zines. Suitable for any experience level and any creative practice, zines are an accessible way for artists and non-artists alike to express and share their creativity.

In this workshop, zine aficionado and illustrator Jessica Zeng AKA Ban-She will teach participants about the history and concept of the zine, share examples from the wide (and wild) world of zines, and guide you through planning, designing and creating your own zines! You’ll also learn about the local zine scene, how zine swaps work, and how to get started selling your own zines.

This workshop is open to all ages and all supplies will be provided to start writing, drawing, collaging and creating your own mini zine.

In this 90-minute workshop, you will:

• Discover the history and concept of the zine
• View a huge range of zines representing different genres and creative practices
• Learn how to start planning and making your own zines
• Create your own mini zine
• Get tips on participating in the local zine scene

Members $33 / Non-members $33

Venue: City Library, 3 Rundle Place, 77-91 Rundle Mall, Adelaide SA 5000

—We strongly recommend all staff, speakers, and attendees of in-person events be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. You cannot attend if you are ill on the day or a close family member has tested positive to Covid-19 in the week prior.

—The Writers SA Youth Membership category also includes a subscription to Voiceworks. Voiceworks is a national literary journal that features exciting new writing and art by young Australians. Join here. (there are no further discounts for The Teen Writers Club. 30% discount applies to the non-member price of seasonal program workshops and events only.)

—If you are experiencing economic hardship or would like an invoice raised for NDIS payment, please contact [email protected] to discuss.

About Jessica Zeng

Jessica Zeng is an Adelaide-based illustrator and zine-maker working under the name Ban-She. Working in various mediums, their work tends to capture everyday activities, and turn the mundane into something to admire. Their work explores feminist and political ideas in an accessible and light-hearted way. Ban-She has been a regular fixture at Adelaide small press markets such as Zine Swap, Zine and Held, and Papercuts Comics Festival, selling zines (including Home Comforts, Buttered Toast and Cats Cats Cats), prints, and other artistic creations.