We are starting the very first Ukrainian Zine Library (that we know of).
We're excited to announce the launch of the very first Ukrainian Zine Library (that we know of) at the SVI Library, located at 620 Spadina Ave in Toronto, happening this September. We invite collaborators with Ukrainian content to celebrate creativity and culture by contributing to this exciting initiative. Let's unite to showcase our community's diverse voices and perspectives through the art of zines.
A zine is a small, self-published booklet featuring original or appropriated content, often created using a photocopier. It's typically non-commercial, focusing on niche topics, art, or personal narratives.
call for submissions
The SVI library and OCADU Ukrainian Students and Alumni Collective call upon Ukrainians worldwide and collaborators with Ukrainian content to participate in our inaugural exhibition in our Art Exhibit Room. Located at 620 Spadina Avenue, this exhibition will feature zines from across the globe, showcasing diverse Ukrainian perspectives and content. Please note that by submitting your zine, you consent to its inclusion in the permanent collection of the Ukrainian Zine Library at SVI. We welcome original zines from all creators and encourage submissions from those collaborating with Ukrainian content.
TIMELINE
Submit zines (1-2 copies) anytime before Wednesday, September 4, 2024
(see submission details below)Exhibition Dates: September 7 – October 31, 2024
Opening / Reception: September – TBA
ELIGIBILITY
Open to all ages and creators contributing Ukrainian content.
Creators are responsible for delivering their zines to the Ukrainian Zine Library, 620 Spadina Avenue by August 26. For assistance with postage, please contact us at ukrainianzinelibrary@gmail.com
Entries must be original works.
HOW TO SUBMIT
Mail zines to the Ukrainian Zine Library at 620 Spadina Avenue, Toronto, ON, M5S 2H4 by Wednesday, September 4 for inclusion in the exhibition. If dropping off in person, leave them with Andriy at the front desk.
You may also include additional information about yourself, such as an artist statement, medium, or supporting materials.
Please submit one to two copies of your zine for the library. One copy will be displayed and available to the public, and the other will be held in the library's archives. (You can send one copy if you can’t submit two.)
The Ukrainian Zine Library welcomes submissions from creators of all ages, both within and outside of Ukraine. While we encourage creative freedom, please ensure submissions are mindful of language, graphic violence, abuse, and stereotypes based on age, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and mental/physical disabilities, as our publication is intended for all audiences. Note that not all zines will be accepted if deemed inappropriate.
about the logo
The logo, designed by Ukrainian-Canadian graphic designer Dmytro "Dima" Lavrentiev, draws inspiration from zines and their analog creation process. The typeface, Zerno, was designed by Oleh Lishchuk (Ukraine). The word "zine" itself features handwritten lettering inspired by 20th- and 21st-century Ukrainian Cyrillic characters. Dima is also co-founder and co-leader of the OCAD U Ukrainian Student & Alumni Collective (USAC).