A zine (short for magazine or fanzine) is a small, self-published booklet — often photocopied or printed in limited runs — made by artists, writers, and communities who want to share ideas outside mainstream publishing. A zine making workshop gives you the structure, materials, and time to make one from scratch, usually in a single session.
Zine vs. sketchbook vs. art class
- Zine — a finished mini-publication with a theme, layout, and audience (even if that audience is just your friends)
- Sketchbook — private pages without a binding narrative
- Weekly art class — long-term skill building; a workshop is a one-off creative sprint
What you learn in one session
At Art Tutor Hanoi you work on a pre-folded A2 format — fold lines already marked so you can focus on content. Instructors demo quick drawing, collage, and marker techniques, then your group picks a theme and fills the pages together. You leave with a physical zine you can gift, display, or continue at home.
Why workshops are popular with travelers
A zine session fits a short stay: 2 hours, all materials provided, no homework. It is social (small groups), visual (you make something tangible), and local (our studio is in Tay Ho, near West Lake). Many guests combine it with a weekend workshop or a trial drawing class.
Join our Zine Workshop