A Zine (short for magazine or fanzine) is a small collection of self-published work of original or appropriated texts and images, usually easily reproduced via a copy machine. One of the key elements to a Zine is that there are no strict rules and, being self-published, it can essentially be whatever you’d like. I found a few examples of Zines that have helped provide ideas and structure.
Rotklinker is a self-published, Riso-printed zine. The 32 page publication shows several spot illustrations which are stylistically linked by the use of red bricks.
Linking the images to a similar theme, I feel, connects the Zine and helps create either continuity or narrative. Benjamin Wurster: Leafy House Plants is another Zine that looks at interesting presentation, changing orientation but similarly maintaining a common theme.
Onco’zine is another very interesting use of a Zine. The art comes across as sketched and quite comical, even as it tackles a big issue whilst being informative. Created by the Sadie May Studio this Zine focuses on issues and misconceptions surrounding cancer. In their very unique way they have created a fun Zine that is also very informative.