Students explore identity and culture through visual research and inspiration, then create original photography, writing, and artwork that reflect their communities and personal perspectives.

SKILLS LEARNED

Photography, writing, visual storytelling, graphic design, typography, layout, branding fundamentals, publishing, and creative self-expression

CULTURE CAPSULE: Digital Zine & Visual Archive

Students capture the pulse of their neighborhood culture through photojournalism, writing, and design.

TIMELINE
6 weeks · 3 sessions per week · Content creation through digital and print publishing.

They learn design fundamentals—typography, composition, and layout—while assembling their work into a cohesive digital zine or microsite, culminating in a public showcase where they present their creative choices and launch their published work.

DELIVERABLES

Digital zine or microsite

Printed zine spreads

Visual archive of photography and written work