A5 Booklet
4pp Cover onto 200gsm Uncoated
20pp Text onto 115gsm Uncoated
Full colour print throughout
Trimmed, collated and wire stitched
In the realm of printed media, zines hold a unique space where creativity reigns and the boundaries of expression blur. For artists like Zoe, of Zoe Makes Things, zines provide the perfect canvas to blend photography, illustration, and typography into a tangible form of art. Her recent zine, “Hi Haiku,” is a testament to this. This case study explores the journey of this project, showcasing the prowess of Ex Why Zed in the domain of illustrated zine printing.
Zoe’s Instagram pages @zoetrope_zoe and @zoe_makes_things are filled with a wide array of her creative pursuits, but “Hi Haiku” stands out as a unique blend of fun pattern design, outdoor photography, typography all wrapped into a cute uncoated zine. Drawing inspiration from the simple, yet profound structure of Haiku, Zoe embarked on a journey to create an interactive booklet that is as fun to hold as it is to read.
“Hi Haiku” is an A5 booklet, sporting a 4pp cover printed onto 200gsm uncoated paper and 20pp text printed onto 115gsm uncoated paper. The print throughout the booklet is black, with each page trimmed, collated, and wire stitched. Ex Why Zed, with their expertise in zine printing in the UK, was the perfect partner for this project.
One of the key challenges in the creation of “Hi Haiku” was ensuring a high-quality print that could capture the essence of Zoe’s work and then delivering it to Quebec, Canada. Ex Why Zed’s commitment to quality and speed saw the zine printed in Colchester, UK, and shipped to Quebec in rapid time.
The final product was met with admiration and positive feedback. Zoe praised the quality of the prints and the spreads, and appreciated the friendly and fast service. The success of this project reinforces Ex Why Zed’s position as a trusted partner for music zine printing and more.
“Hi Haiku” is but one of the many successful projects under Ex Why Zed’s belt. Their portfolio boasts an impressive array of printed media, from the whimsical illustrations in Anne Davison’s Studio Wire Stitched A6 Notebook Range to the thoughtful content of Looking For Bruce by Holly Casio. Each project is a testament to their expertise in bringing creative visions to life through print.
The success of “Hi Haiku” showcases the potential of zines as a medium for creative expression and the role of quality printing in bringing these projects to life. With a partner like Ex Why Zed, artists can rest assured that their vision will be realised to the highest standards.
