Curators ‖ Aynsley Atkinson, Phoebe Hatt, Theodore Magnus, Veronica Wry
The zine, in as little as 8 tiny pages, can make a big impact in one’s ability to share their own thoughts and experiences without barriers. They have existed for decades as a tool for spreading information, sharing interests, and fostering community in a medium that is affordable and non-commercialized. Human connection and knowledge-sharing have always been at the heart of zine-making.
Out of love for the ideas that zines represent, and in response to disconnection, the curators of Enfolding set up an exhibition, spotlighting work by local student artists as well as zine-makers from across different communities. Copies of the artists’ works were displayed in cases or shelves for visitors to borrow or take.
This exhibition lived in 3 venues, all of which are important and cherished ‘third spaces’ of Sackville; The Roost Café, Blind Forest Books, and Gobsmacked Yarn. At each venue, viewers were invited to visit the other locations and piece the full exhibition together, to take the opportunity to linger and reflect in these valuable third spaces, and to connect with others.
Zoombie Script – Crystian Cruz
Crystian Cruz’s zine illustrates the monotony he experienced while teaching online during the Covid 19 Pandemic. This zine was made for the Public Zine Library.
Crochet Everyday – Sidney Moran
Sidney Moran made this zine to share the joy of making, celebrating the beginner-friendly craft of crochet.
Instead of sharing social media, she encourages readers to attend a local craft circle!
The Kindness of Flowers – Veronika Dawydow
Made free for anyone to enjoy, this zine is based on Veronika Dawydow’s practice of holding imaginary conversations with plants when feeling lonely.
a specific feeling of abnormal meaningfulness – Rory Sparks
As a printmaker and bookbinder, Rory Sparks often challenges publication norms and the ways in which information can be produced and shared.
Alone (never) – Chinn Wang
Chinn Wang’s zine represents “a conflation of desire with reality”.
Made for the Quarantine Public Library, a free, open-access online library, for all to enjoy.
Did We Think We’d Be Safe? – Shay Mirk
A graphic journalist, editor, and teacher, Shay Mirk loves inspiring the work of others. Their zine expresses their anxieties regarding today’s climate and the importance of fostering community through difficult times.
The Perfect Pair – Ava Livesly
Ava Livesly is an artist with a focus in printmaking and photography, interested in repetition and detailed observation. Her zine uses shadow imagery to imply ambiguity and represent togetherness, comfort, and the bonds connecting people.
Little Moments – Louisa Thurler
Louisa (she/her) is a student currently studying fine arts at Mount Allison University with a focus on photography and painting. Through her work she explores identity and connection through collaboration.
What We Share – Ruben Castillo
Ruben Castillo is a multidisciplinary visual artist and educator from New York. Their work examines themes of intimacy, queerness, and the body through printmaking, drawing and installation.
Photo Polemic – emma n
“zinemaking feels like it connects me to longstanding diy and anti-establishment knowledge sharing forms that to me feel authentic and earnest in a culture of irony. Zinemaking is a cult experience that is welcoming to the amateur and I love that.”
-emma n
Expressive Arts – Mabe Kyle
Mabe Kyle is a spoken word performer, poetry workshop facilitator, and avid zine-maker.Their work surrounds ideas of queer identity and community.
Often their practice of zine- making becomes a practice of community building through collaborative works.
NOKIA: a digital archaeological examination of teenage love – Katherine Akey
Katherine Akey is an artist and historian who explores themes of love and memory in this zine which shows remnants of a relationship through messages preserved on a Nokia phone.
Labubu: The Misunderstood Icon – Soleil Perry
“I hope this zine helped you learn a little more about labubu, and maybe appreciate her…I hope I could make them feel special”
-Soleil Perry
Intrastructures – –Catherine Minnaar
Things that are both noble and isolated, such as monks and satellites, are very interesting to me…I just want to spread my love of satellites”
-Catherine Minnaar
My Trip to Fundy – Ben Beaumont
“My zine is a direct representation of my human connections with my friends. These are my favourite moments from our recent trip to Fundy, that I will look back on fondly for the rest of my life.”
-Ben Beaumont
Theodore Magnus 