This wasn't a brief I had initially set myself. But after a recent tutorial with Ben, I felt really inspired to create something based on Warsaw. After visiting the city in January, I felt completely inspired, probably more so than ever before.
I decided to make a zine based on our time there. So with the photos taken on my 35mm film and the help of the photocopier, I collaged for the first time. Im still trying to teach myself as much as possible before I leave. Having this time to experiment is something I really value as a practitioner.
This work is completely different to anything I've done before. But it resonates with me, and has so much personal significance, which is why I enjoyed making it so much.
I got everyone who came to Warsaw to write one thing about the trip down for me, and included everyones on each page. I wanted it to be personal to the people that experienced it with me too.
Instead of getting them printed all fancy, I (with help) worked out how to print a zine on the photocopier. Still amazes me how much Im learning everyday!
Ive printed quite a few, and aim to send them to studios in Warsaw, or take them with me next time I visit to give to people.
This project was really personal to me, and received good response on Instagram, and working this way is definitely something I want to improve and keep practicing in the coming months.
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