Design and Creation of a Fanzine for Children
A course by Estúdio Voador, Estúdio Voador
Create a thematic zine for children with our course. Learn every stage: theme research, content writing, illustration, and assembly.
Ana Paula Campos and Thaís Caramico from Estúdio Voador, will take you into an exciting world of creating educational and entertaining children's content. Ana and Thaís, with their passion for the universe of children and their vast experience with clients such as Sesc, Itaú Cultural and FTD publishing, will share their techniques and insights on how to create quality content for little ones.
You'll dive into the importance of understanding and connecting with the children's audience before conceiving any content. You'll learn about zines, how to plan and research your topics, how to write accessible and engaging texts and techniques for creating illustrations. Ana and Thaís will guide you through the process of laying out and finishing your own zine, whether digital or analog. By the end of this course, you'll be able to create content that puts children at the center from the start.
What will you learn in this online course?
14 lessons & 20 downloads
What's included in this course?
To begin, you will immerse yourself in the world of children, learning the importance of listening to them and understanding their perspectives. This phase is crucial for any children's content creator, as it lays the foundation for work that is genuinely connected to your audience.
Next, you'll explore the concept and structure of a zine, an accessible and versatile format for creative expression, both on paper and digitally. Here, you'll become familiar with planning and researching topics that will resonate with children. Next, you'll delve into the writing and design process, discovering how to capture complex ideas with words and images that flow in a simple and engaging way.
Ultimately, you will learn how to combine all of these elements into a final project that reflects your unique vision and understanding of childhood, culminating in the creation of a zine that can be appreciated by children and adults alike.
- 100% positive reviews (25)
- 1,387 students
- 14 lessons (2h 13m)
- 20 additional resources (10 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Portuguese, English, Spanish (Latam), French, Italian, Turkish
- Portuguese · Spanish · English · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
The final project consists of the creation of an educational and fun zine for children, incorporating accessible texts, attractive illustrations and innovative design.
This zine will be a reflection of your ability to connect with your children's audience and express complex topics in a playful and respectful way.
Who is this online course for?
This course is aimed at educators, parents, artists, and anyone interested in the world of creating content for children. It is ideal for those seeking to inspire and educate the next generation through creative projects that respect and value a child's perspective.
If you have a passion for art, literature or education and want to learn how your work can positively influence children, this course is for you.
Requirements and materials
For this course, you will need basic art supplies such as paper, pencils, scissors, and glue for hands-on zine creation activities.
It is also recommended to have access to a computer with graphic design software, such as Indesign, for the completion of the digital project.
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Estúdio Voador
A course by Estúdio Voador
Thais Karamiko and Ana Paula Campos are the creative minds behind Estúdio Voador, a communication and content studio dedicated to children. Her path began in 2015, combining her love for text and design to create editorial projects focused on children. With vast experience ranging from writing in print media to collaboration with cultural centers and publishing houses, they have developed a unique approach that sees children as active subjects of rights.
His work has been recognized and used by important institutions and publishers, thanks to his ability to speak the language of children with respect, creativity and depth.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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What are we
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Influences
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U2
Preparation for the zine
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Listening to children is the first step
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Concept of children's content
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But, in the end, or is it a zine?
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Creative proposal and zine planning
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Content investigation
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U3
Zine production
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Editorial
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Illustration
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Studying the dobras of boneco
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Diagram
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Completion
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U4
Our zine in the world
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dating a cycle
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Dissemination channels
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FP
Final project
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Design aimed at children
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FAQs
This is an intermediate-level course, recommended for those who already have some experience or interest in design, illustration, or education but want to deepen their creative and editorial skills for children's audiences.
You'll need basic drawing supplies, paper, materials for collage, access to graphic editing software (like InDesign or similar), tools for handmade bookbinding, and internet access for research and references.
You'll learn techniques in curation, research, layout design, illustration, creating original content, independent publishing processes, and strategies to actively involve children in developing creative and educational publications.
After completing the course, you'll be able to create illustrated children's books, original zines, informative publications for kids, illustrated glossaries, emotional maps, creative toys, and social media materials aimed at childhood audiences.
Yes, the course teaches participatory methods, active listening, sensitive observation, and playful approaches to respectfully and collaboratively include children throughout all creative stages.
Illustration skills aren't required, but the course encourages graphic experimentation and offers accessible techniques for those interested in exploring manual or digital illustration in children's publications.
The course covers strategies to balance text and images effectively, exploring design elements, visual storytelling, font choices, and selecting illustrations that suit children's language and understanding.
O curso é maravilhoso! Ensina de forma bastante didática as técnicas básicas, virtuais ou manuais, para confecção de um fanzine. Além disso, deixa a proposta para atividades em grupo. Me deixou muito motivada a realizar várias atividades com os pequenos.
El curso es maravilloso para pensar cómo adaptar este formato que normalmente es para adultos en una publicación infantil. Súper tierno!
Me motivó a realizar fanzine, me encantó y generó muchas ideas
Ein inspirierender Kurs mit tollen Ideen! Danke!
buen curso