Zine Making

Zine making with Frosty Jam

Join us on Saturday 2 May, 11am-3pm, for a friendly, hands‑on community workshop creating and publishing a zine in just one day.

Led by artist James Frost, this relaxed but high‑energy session celebrates queer joy, DIY publishing and collective creativity. Through collage, drawing, writing, and playful experimentation, you’ll build a shared publication that everyone contributes to.

No prior experience is needed — just curiosity, openness and a willingness to make something.

What will happen on the day?

Welcome and artist introduction (10 minutes) – James will introduce their practice, zine culture and the idea behind Kernow Queer Press — a space for community‑led publishing in Cornwall.

Open making time – design your page(s), cut, paste, write, draw, experiment and chat. You can submit up 3 pages (and anything goes).

Print room energy – as the deadline approaches, gather everything together and photocopy, fold and assemble the zine as a group, transforming the room into a temporary print studio.

Tea and breaks – time to rest, refuel and connect. You’re welcome to bring a packed lunch, 🥪 hot water will be available for drinks, and the Arch Café at Kresen Kernow will be open. A Tesco is also within easy walking distance.

This workshop runs on a “no submission refused” ethos.

From word searches and horoscopes to poetry, interviews, chaotic collage or quiet reflections — everything has a place.

Expect a mix of:

horoscopes
interviews
local news
gardening columns
word searches and games
personal stories, artwork, and collage
Create a space together that feels part newsroom, part craft table, part queer social.

All main materials are provided, including paper, collage materials and printing.

Visit Kresen Kernow website for more information.