Rockaway Park & Myth & Lore Zine present our first Zine & Literature Fest!
Join us as for this day of creativity and community as we showcase zine artists spanning DIY punk to manga, as well as typeface and everything in between for literature, zine and art enthusiasts alike.
This exciting event celebrates diverse artistic expressions and features insightful talks on our outdoor stage. Plus, hands-on workshops, where you can contribute to the creation of protest banners, delve into lino cuts, and explore the art of book upcycling and more!
All workshops and talks are by donation to those running them on the day... So, please bring cash. Here's a sneak peek of what you can expect at the festival. Tracy Heather Johnson - Prize-winning writer, whose stories are being TV adapted, Tracy will be opening our event with an exclusive reading!
Bumblepunk - Lino printing workshop and hand-carved prints for sale
We Are Zanna - Zines and limited prints, making art accessible for all
Let Zoe Spoil You - Queer Cosmic Horror and Homoerotic Monster Boys art, novels, and a folklore-inspired writing talk
Kooky Books - Based in SPARKS Bristol, selling beautiful upcycled books and offering an origami workshop
Left Cultures - Publications celebrating diverse voices on the left
Söber - Introspective and spooky artworks
Gemma's Funky Art - Art inspired by fungi, fantasy, and British folklore
Boswellian Artifacts - Eco-friendly prints, T-shirts, weird fiction, underground comics and zines
SAMOCO BOOKS - Occult and counterculture-inspired creations, including zines and comics
Forest of Zine - Bicycle-based zine library showcasing nature-based and journey-themed zines, along with a zine-making workshop
Dispress - South West punk zine featuring interviews, gig reviews, and art submissions
Weird Grandma - Visual art and writings exploring legacy, trauma, and rebirth
Sally Carini Arts - Special book-related oddities
Black & Bone - Macabre folklore and myth-inspired illustrations on handmade khadi Indian paper, offering a glimpse into magical worlds
A Slow Death in the South West - Screen printed lit goodies and a second-hand book sale
Myth & Lore - Somerset-based zine, amplifying inclusive storytelling through mythology and folklore
Kate Evans - Cartoonist, author, public speaker, activist, mother, Kate will be hosting a talk about her life in cartoons and Q&A
There's no tickets to book. All we’re asking is for £2 donations, which grants you entry, but also plays a crucial role in sustaining Rockaway as a creative hub.
We look forward to you joining us in fostering a sense of artistic community and supporting the vibrant space that is Rockaway. Your presence and contribution will make a huge difference and we appreciate it!
