Assume Nothing

Final Major Project

Develop a comprehensive Zine and accompanying short moving image piece with a focus on authentically depicting the LGBTQIA+ community in Cardiff. The Zine will feature a minimum of five narratives from community members, presented in a dynamic and creative format that honors the tradition and essence of zine culture. The moving image component will be optimized for mobile viewing, ensuring accessibility across various devices.

Concept

"Assume Nothing" is a zine dedicated to providing a platform for LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies to share their authentic narratives, free from the biases or tokenism often prevalent in mainstream media. Many members of the community have concealed their true selves, adopting personas as a means of self-preservation. Now, "Assume Nothing" aims to foster self-discovery within the community while inspiring others to embrace their identities beyond gender and sexual orientation.

Utilizing scans of assorted objects, the zine underscores the importance of avoiding assumptions about individuals.

I take immense pride in the LGBTQIA+ community and allies in Wales, and I invite you to share in this sentiment.