Obscurity Zine

Themed Issues

obscurityzine — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 18:36:43 +0000

Themes and Inspiration for the Issues. There are preliminary covers as well.

Creation Issue:
This issue is dedicated to the process of the creation of art. The term ‘art’ involves all types of art here.

Best Galleries in Philadelphia
Out of the Way Musuems
Interview with an Artist in the area
Poems on art
Murals and Graffiti in Philadelphia
How-tos
Essay on how you got into creating art
Art or Photography on art supplies, writing supplies (keyboard, ink, typewriter, etc)

Music Issue:
This one is self-explaining.

Art or Photography of musical instruments, music equipment, musicians, etc.
Article on Best Venues in Philadelphia
Poems about listening/creating music
Stories about musical experiences in Philadelphia
Street Artists reviews

School Daze Issue:
This one focuses childhood. Either through rememberance of your own or observations of your children.

Art or Photographs of playgrounds/daycares, childhood toys, children themselves
Satirical essay on why we should ban children (just kidding)
Stories about funny/depressing experiences with children
Best playgrounds in Philly
The difference between your childhood and modern children.

Animal Issue

Nerd and Geek Issue

Religion Issue

South Street Issue

Have an idea for a theme? Send it to obscurityzine@gmail.com

Date set for meeting

obscurityzine — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 22:05:46 +0000

April 12th at Starbucks on South Street will be the first meeting.

Starbucks
347 South Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-627-4060

Be there or be square.

Potential Contributors

obscurityzine — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 22:21:19 +0000

Amy, http://ameganfindsartinphilly.wordpress.com/

Mark Fields, http://www.markfieldsphotos.com

Jen Braverman, http://www.jenniferbraverman.com

Alla, www.tushkanchik.com

Syd, www.myspace.com/r4gdoll

Jen H M, www.fictionpress.com/~jenhm

Marquita

Kate Dowell , www.kate-dowell.com

Obscurity Zine, for obscure artists.

obscurityzine — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 19:07:20 +0000

Obscure [uh b skyoo r]:

of little or no prominence, note, fame, or distinction: an obscure French artist.
far from public notice, worldly affairs, or important activities; remote; retired: an obscure little town.
lacking in light or illumination; dark; dim; murky: an obscure back room.

I chose this title for this new zine because it’s primary focus is to highlight and showcase artists and writers in the Philadelphia area. These creators are everyday people that embrace and love art as a part of their lives, but haven’t gotten their art out and viewed. This zine will try it’s best to get a good mix of local styles and flavor in it’s pages. Not only will your art be getting viewed, you’ll also be networking with our collective of artists in Philly. This paper will be put out online with a couple of paper issues distributed. We are looking for submissions of art or writing and a webmaster. If you’re interested in contributing or suggesting something, please feel free to email me at doctor.dorkson@gmail.com

-xand
www.myspace.com/surgicalroom
www.myspace.com/braindeadcreations