What is a zine?

A zine is a small-circulation of self-published work of original or appropriated texts and images, usually reproduced via photocopier Zines are either the product of a single person, or of a very small group. Zines are used as an effective way of marketing and presenting ones work and often will stick to one small topic throughout all the pages. They incorporate a basic design layout with usually one image per double page spread and sometimes one image per page.  Among the various intentions for creation and publication, the idea behind zines are to develop one’s identity, share a niche-skill or art, or developing a story, as opposed to seeking profit.

I am interested in exploring derelict architecture however I also think it could be interesting to contrast this with new building as well as buildings within the development stages. Within my zine I intend to create a narrative which tells the audience how the area of St Helier has been developed and also left and forgotten about.

Inspiration

I want the images in my zine to be as big and as bold as possible. By doing this I will make sure they go right to the edge of the paper and cover all the white on each page like seen in the zines above. I think by doing this it will display my images in the strongest and best way for my image too be displayed.