Zine, Collage and Print for Young People (YP09 Autumn)

Ignite your DIY spirit by learning to produce mini, self-made publications on topics of your choice. Learn several forms of collage and printmaking to enhance your final piece.  

What you will learn on this course?

This course offers a broad introduction to collage and printmaking as techniques for creating zines. We will explore the impact that DIY publications and zine culture have had on activism and socio-political movements. Zines provide a non-commercial platform for marginalised and underrepresented communities to share their personal experiences.

This class will equip students with a platform to share their own thoughts, feelings and interests. 

The course will have a structured format allowing for clear progression and layering of skills, working towards a final completed zine.  Workshops will teach students individual image making techniques through the medium of print making, collage and drawing. Project development will allow students to work on their own zines, building a portfolio of assets and materials that can be used in a final zine on whatever subject they choose. 

The course will cover the following areas: 
•    Introduction to zine folding and history 
•    Collage techniques including Dada, mosaic and scrap-book style 
•    Printmaking techniques including lino and mono print 
•    Zine layouts and planning

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for children aged 13 to 17 years. It is open to all ability levels and young people don’t need any previous experience. We provide a learning support worker and all our staff are DBS checked. Parents are not expected to accompany children on the course.

The course is accessible for young people of all abilities who can participate in practical art and craft activities. The room is wheelchair accessible. A parent or companion may assist their child if required but must book a complimentary ticket if attending to provide support. Please contact us to discuss your specific access needs.

Age ranges are set carefully to consider key age developments, materials being used, and course stimulus. It is very important that age ranges are not too large or across key stages and therefore need to be adhered to.

Do you need to bring anything?

All course materials and equipment are provided.

Are there any additional costs?

There are no additional costs for this course. 

Who teaches this course? 

Georgia Chapman