Inspired by Her: A Zine Making Workshop

Celebrate the women who shape us—one page at a time. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create a zine honoring an influential woman in your life through personal storytelling, reflection, and collage. Led by Cynthia E. Hanifin in collaboration with Zine Club Chicago, this session will guide you through creative prompts and zine-making techniques to transform memory into art. Attendees are welcome to bring photos or small piece of memorabilia related to the woman they’re honoring to inspire their work or include in their zine. No prior experience is needed—just bring your creativity! Each participant will leave with their own handmade zine.

The workshop will include a brainstorming & freewriting session, designed to spark reflection on your chosen woman’s everyday life, strengths, impact, and/or imagined superpowers. Through guided prompts, participants will identify key themes and stories to incorporate into your zines.

About your instructor: Cynthia E. Hanifin is a zinemaker, writer, and social worker who lives on the Southwest Side of Chicago. She is the producer of Zine Club Chicago, the founder of the South Side Zine Library, and Community Outreach/Events Coordinator at Quimby’s Bookstore. Since 2018, Zine Club Chicago has presented events and meetups for zine enthusiasts and those who are zine-curious.