FAQ

⦁ How many contributors will this zine feature?I'm glad you asked! Our zine will feature a total of 32 page artists, 1 cover artist, along with 8 writers and 8 merch artists.⦁ Will this zine be digital or physical?Our zine will offer both a digital and physical version to be purchased.⦁ Will contributors be compensated?Yes, they will! Each zine contributor(1) will receive a free bundle that will include the zine itself and the merchandise, if they wish as such. On top of this, profits will be evenly divided between our contributors via PayPal.⦁ Will this zine be SFW (Safe For Work)?Yes, our zine will be SFW, as we do not allow sexual content for it. While references to violent acts(murder) are inevitable to avoid, our zine will not display explicit/graphic depictions of it and we will offer Content Warnings where necessary.⦁ Where will the zines be shipping out from?Our shipping mod is located in the US west.**⦁ How will this project be organized? What is the theme of this fan-zine? **While our main theme of the zine is KomaHina & KamuKoma, it is divided into three sub-themes, or facets. These will be included in the works where it will be possible.Our project has the following sub-themes:☘ Understanding:The concept of understanding between Hinata/Kamukura and Komaeda is a motif throughout their relationship in canon. Their drive to understand one another is what makes them get so close to one another.☘ Duality:Hinata/Kamukura and Komaeda are opposite sides of the same coin. They are starkly different yet very, very similar. This is what makes them character foils, and rivals. Yin and yang, hence the zine’s usage of black & white accents.☘ Love Through the Ages / Falling in Love Over and Over:The development of Komaeda and Hinata/Kamukura’s relationship changes through each era depicted in this zine, yet it stays, which is the key focus of this zine. Despite how much they change or lose their memories they always fall in love and go back to each other in canon. This is the major motif of this zine, and will be incorporated where possible.⦁ Can minors apply for a contributor spot in the zine?After much consideration, we have come to the conclusion that our zine contributors will be, at minimum, 16 years of age or above.⦁ Can you apply for more than one contributor role?Sadly not. We want to have a diverse contributor cast where everyone has a chance to display their talented skills, and as such you cannot have more than one role at a time. You can send in an application for as many as you wish, but you will be given only one spot(2) if you get in!⦁ How much experience is needed?While we're eager to include both new and old artists from our fandom, we ask of Page & Merch Artists to possess moderate knowledge on anatomy, perspective and color theory.As for Writers, we ask that your English language level(Cambridge) is between B2(3) and C2(4). On top of all of this, we expect that you can handle grammar and possess the ability to fragment your text in cohesive paragraphs for a more pleasant reading experience.⦁ What happens to my piece after the zine's completion?After our zine's completion and potentially leftover sales, you are more than free to post your piece of work on your social platforms as you may please.⦁ My question has not been answered!We're really sorry to hear that! If you have any question that has not been clarified from our above FAQ or you wish for further information, please feel free to contact us on our Social Platforms and our CuriousCat!

(1)contributor = In this context: Page Artists, Merchandise Artists, Writers, Moderators ;(2)will be given only one spot = Unless you are a Guest Artist ;(3)B2 - A B2 English speaker can produce clear, detailed text on a plethora of subjects with the ability to explain a viewpoint on a topical issue while giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.(4)C1-C2 - A C1 English speaker can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing a controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices. A C2 English speaker can express themselves very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situation.

PORTFOLIO

Please provide your portfolio via a Google Drive folder (with open viewing permissions) or a webpage that supports it (such as Wix or Weebly). Writers may link an AO3 page as a portfolio as well.

ARTISTS- As a Page Artist: At least 3-4 pieces should be finished (colored, rendered, polished), of which at least 1-2 are fully illustrated pieces with a background, and showcase your ability with composition, color palettes, and lighting.- As a Merch Artist: At least 2 of your works in your portfolio should be designs created with a merch type in mind (digital or physical), or have been previously made to be sold as merchandise.- As a Artist: At least 1-2 pieces should feature some iteration KomaHina and/or KamuKoma, paired up or solo.- We will be assessing applicants based off their skills with various things such as: composition, color usage, lighting/shading, anatomy/posing, perspective, and backgrounds.- Applicants may be new and old artists, big or small, but what we request is that you possess moderate knowledge and experience with art, and the skills that that entails (seen above).

WRITERS- As a Writer: At least 1-2 of your works in your portfolio should be finished and go over a word count of 1k.- At least 2 of your works should feature KomaHina and/or KamuKoma to show your prior experience and knowledge in portraying these characters and their relationships.- You should have at least 3 works in your portfolio total.- At least 1 of the works provided should be in the same narrative style(s) you are applying for. (I.e. short story, descriptive, poetry, etc.)- We will be assessing applicants based off their skills with various things such as: characterization, grammar/vocabulary, and story-telling.- We ask that your English language level (Cambridge) is between B2(3) and C2(4). We expect that you can handle grammar and possess the ability to fragment your text in cohesive paragraphs for a more pleasant reading experience.- We do not require showing certificate of your English level, should you possess an English level capable of meeting our standards, we will be able to view as much in your portfolio.

GENERAL- When submitting your portfolios, please mark any submissions that contain NSFW(sensitive/disturbing, graphic, explicit, or sexual) content. The mods are 18+, and thus, are comfortable seeing this content and will not judge you for it, but we would still like things tagged properly so we're aware of what we're opening. NSFW content still displays your skills as an artist/writer, so we will be judging it as art, not as anything else.

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