The theme for this year’s Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras is “ECSTATICA: an act of euphoric rebellion, a collision of glamour, grit, and raw joy that burns brighter when we stand together”. To celebrate, the University of Sydney Library will be holding a zine-making workshop featuring LGBTQIA+ materials from Rare Books and Special Collections.

Zines (short for magazine or fanzine) are small DIY publications comprising original or appropriated texts and images. Historically, countercultures and marginalised communities have used this format to bypass the traditional publishing industry and share information and experiences directly with others. In this workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the Library’s queer archives and socialise with your fellow students while creating a zine of your very own. No experience is required, and all creative materials will be provided.