They say magazines are dead, but zines are alive, thriving, and letting artists share their messages! Zines are cool, creative handmade publications that express ideas, emotions, and images in a short, accessible form. Students will learn about the history of zines and make their own mini-zine. Students can pick their own zine topics, or a class can work with their current curriculum. Chat with the artist about options after booking!
TEACHING ARTIST SESSION
Make Your Own Zine! (6-12)
Sam Wrobel
Sam Wróbel is a multidisciplinary artist and specialist in the Polish papercutting folk art of wycinanki. Sam grew up in the Chicago area, where he learned wycinanki from artist Doris Sikorsky. He has received two Master/Apprentice grants in Ethnic Art from the Illinois Arts Council. Prior to becoming a resident of southwestern Louisiana, Sam spent 10 years as a commercial chalkboard and sign artist for Trader Joe’s, while doing freelance illustration, painting, and design. Sam has been living in Acadiana since 2017, has been teaching in ACA programs since 2019, and now runs the Student Art Markets at ACA’s Student Art Expos. See more about Sam at samwrobel.com
