A practical, hands-on workshop introducing participants to the culture, methods, and creative possibilities of both physical and digital zine-making. Using accessible digital tools, participants learn the basics of layout, composition, collage, and image manipulation, and prepare their work for print and online distribution. Designed for beginners and easily adaptable for mixed-ability groups.

This workshop aims to:

•  Introduce the concept, purpose, and cultural history of zines
•  Explore accessible digital tools for layout, typography, and image creation
•  Build practical skills in digital collage, page planning, sequencing, and visual storytelling
•  Support participants in producing a completed mini-zine or developing the groundwork for a longer zine project
•  Encourage experimentation, personal expression, and creative play

Course Tutor: Dominic Deane

Dr Dominic Deane is a musician and artist with over 19 years of practical and academic experience, working both in the education, multimedia and film/music industry. He previously graduated from Leeds Metropolitan University in 2004 with a BSc in Multimedia Technology and further completed a MSc in Creative Technology in 2005. He also gained his PGCE In-Service Certificate in Education at the University of Huddersfield in 2008, and more recently, he was awarded his PhD in the School of Social Sciences at the University of Manchester in 2023.

In addition to his academic pursuits, Dominic previously worked for several media companies in the Yorkshire area. His professional work has been featured on the BBC, Channel 4, E4, The Guardian, The Independent, Music Venue Trust, and Electronic Sounds magazine.

Workshop attendees get 10% off all food and hot drinks at the Café Bar.

Venue: Digital Workshop, Exeter Phoenix

*Subject to a £1.50 ticketing system charge. We don’t charge this to make a profit. Find out more >>