the vine of zines
est. 2026
The Vine of Zines is an online multimedia magazine dedicated to nurturing growth in the dreamers and the wanderers.
Here, we believe in the importance of organic, unrefined authenticity. By publishing the work of aspiring creatives, we aim to foster creative expression and amplify the voices rooted in each & every crevice of the earth, no matter how decayed or flawed they may be.
The Vine of Zines is run by queer and BIPOC young women. All are welcome.
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staff
Connie
editor-in-chief, co-founder, creative director
Connie is an aspiring Communications student who enjoys and engages in a variety of art forms, particularly graphic design, dance, writing, and fashion. She has designed all of The Vine of Zines' social media posts so far and is credited with envisaging the zine's foundational concept, thereafter working with her close friends Light and Lena to bring it to life.
Light
co-founder, staff artist, secretary
Light is a 17-year-old student currently taking advanced courses in art and science. They mainly create pieces digitally or with oil paint and love to explore different types of media. In the future, they want to work in the pharmaceutical field, researching vaccines and drugs while keeping art as a prominent side hobby.
Lena
co-founder, staff artist
Lena is a 17-year-old high schooler with a strong interest in concept design, currently in an advanced art class alongside Light. Her favorite pastime is playing video games or scrolling through Pinterest looking for inspiration. She finds ideas for creating art by journaling her thoughts and listening to music. In the future, she hopes for a career in creating conceptual art for video games and animations.
Art by Light Anderson. © 2026 The Vine of Zines | [email protected]
all issues
Upcoming:
Mini Issue 01:
Ode to Summer
Currently in the making, Ode to Summer will be The Vine of Zines' debut publication. This pithy collection of sun-kissed works will encapsulate the radiant energy of summer and immortalize those fleeting moments of euphoria.
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frequently asked questions
1. What is the purpose of The Vine of Zines? What exactly do you do?
The Vine of Zines periodically announces open submission calls during which anyone can submit their creative work to us. After undergoing a selection process, we will then publish the accepted submissions in a digital zine designed and formatted by The Vine of Zines' very own staff. Thereby, we hope to uplift aspiring creatives by providing a larger platform through which they can exhibit their craft. (Please follow our Instagram to stay updated about our opportunities.)
2. What forms of media do you accept?
We accept:
- Poetry, prose, essays, short stories, creative nonfiction, and social/cultural commentary (when applicable)
- Visual art (including drawing, painting, collage, mixed media) and photography
4. Is there a submission fee?
No, submitting to The Vine of Zines is completely free!
5. If my work gets accepted and published, will I get paid as a contributor?
The Vine of Zines does not earn revenue as it is self-funded and youth-run. Thus, we do not pay our volunteers or contributors.
6. Do you accept previously published submissions?
Yes! The Vine of Zines accepts works regardless of their publication history.
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submission opportunities
Important:
Submitting previously published works is permitted. Submissions with NSFW, explicit, graphic, violent, discriminatory, plagiarized, or AI-processed elements will not be accepted. All submissions must be your own original work, meaning plagiarism and AI is strictly prohibited. If we detect or strongly suspect the use of AI in your submission(s), your work will be immediately rejected and you may be placed on a blacklist.
Submissions to Mini Issue 01: Ode to Summer have closed. Please follow our Instagram to stay updated about our opportunities.
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