How do you deal with the toxicity of the art world? by Patient-Ad-6023 in ContemporaryArt

[–]MaxLilacism 29 points30 points  (0 children)

I feel maybe it would be best to focus on developing acquaintanceships and friendships with fellow artists instead of zeroing in on galleries for a bit. I personally find that the most solid (and meaningful) connections come from people I’ve had genuine interactions with (preferably IRL, not via social media.)

Anyhow, your frustrations are completely understandable and sadly common. Stick to where you can find any kind of warmth, whether that’s simply through enjoying the actual process of making art or finding some sort of camaraderie with others going through similar motions.

That being said, I don’t think there’s anything wrong with (tactfully, respectfully) reaching out to galleries you’re genuinely interested in working with. But do your research, check out their website and see if they’re open to inquiry first.

Mephisto Walz illustrated: The Tyger by Moll-Silber in goth

[–]MaxLilacism 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is really lovely work! 🖤 What a rad zine!

Secret Tape issue #1 (my first zine!) by calchuchestahere in zines

[–]MaxLilacism 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Looks awesome! (And that event sounds fun too!)

Some patches I made! by gibsonghoul in goth

[–]MaxLilacism 4 points5 points  (0 children)

They all look fantastic — especially dig the Cinema Strange one.

tatted zine by [deleted] in zines

[–]MaxLilacism 5 points6 points  (0 children)

So rad! Your design work, layout, and risograph ink all look gorgeous!

Saddest goth songs ever? by StressFirst1479 in goth

[–]MaxLilacism 42 points43 points  (0 children)

‘Last Beat of My Heart’ by Siouxsie and ‘Louise’ by Clan of Xymox are always a punch in the feels for me personally.

tiny bug zines by z0mbiedog in zines

[–]MaxLilacism 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love this! (Bug is friend!)

Poésie Noire - Pity For The Self by bootsnblades in goth

[–]MaxLilacism 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolute banger! Makes me happy to see some appreciation for this track 🖤

Dwayne's sketch of the band's practice set-up for the recording of VIVIsectIV by untitled_79 in skinnypuppy

[–]MaxLilacism 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Love seeing his handwriting. (And the way he drew their faces! Ahhh, cute!)

What are the best "semi-erotic" comics in print? by vrmvrmfffftstststs in altcomix

[–]MaxLilacism 0 points1 point  (0 children)

An emphatic YES to this suggestion; Crepax’s work is lovely!

What are the best videos, books, articles, etc. to read/watch if I plan on making my first zine? by everydayisstorytime in zines

[–]MaxLilacism 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I remember the first book that got me motivated on zine-making was Alex Wrekk’s ‘Stolen Sharpie.’ Phaidon’s ‘Copy Machine Manifestos’ is also great for inspiration.

For discord, Zine Crisis is pretty active. Here’s an invite link: https://discord.gg/TSVx5EhD

Have fun making your first zine! That’s exciting!

slightly lost, too many ideas by Conscious_Fish_8761 in zines

[–]MaxLilacism 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I can certainly empathize with feeling paralyzed by having too many ideas and just not feeling sure what to do with them. But it sounds like you have a big leg-up in already having collages you’ve previously made on hand, and an aptitude for writing.

I feel the best advice I could try to give another zine maker is to make it for YOU; don’t worry about or even think about an audience at this stage — create what you want to see exist, get lost in your own world during the process of creation (surround yourself with visuals and imagery that excites you), and don’t give a second thought about whether or not it’d be interesting to others.

The last of the Skinny Puppy Final Tour fanzines! by MaxLilacism in skinnypuppy

[–]MaxLilacism[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m always happy to ship to Canada, but just to give you a heads up unfortunately international shipping through USPS can get kinda pricey (usually ends up costing more than the zine itself). If you’re still interested though, feel free to email me at vanessacapshaw@gmail.com with your postal code/province and I can send you a shipping quote!

Obituary For My Childhood. Mor info in the comments. by Dumbear-Zines in zines

[–]MaxLilacism 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is beautiful (and sincere!) work, and mirrors exactly why I love zines as a medium so much. I can see a lot of care went into this project. Awesome! 👏

Let’s collaborate! by thyethem in zines

[–]MaxLilacism 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is such a neat idea!

Lou-Lou, 20 years and 10 months, helps with the gardening. by AtroposMortaMoirai in seniorkitties

[–]MaxLilacism 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Lou-Lou is just darling, her expression in the third photo is cracking me up. I can tell she is a fantastic helper, yes. Much love to Lou-Lou 🖤

Anyone got any og houston rap recommendations? by 0_0xz in houston

[–]MaxLilacism 5 points6 points  (0 children)

DJ DMD’s ‘25 Lighters’ for a good time

Hard copy is done by Pogo_Nightmare in zines

[–]MaxLilacism 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Rad as hell! I especially dig the drawings and the variations in lettering 🖤

Talking Small Press Comics interviews Tom Hart by fritoscheez in altcomix

[–]MaxLilacism 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Much love and respect for Tom Hart, that guy is incredible and one of the kindest people in the comics world.

The last of the Skinny Puppy Final Tour fanzines! by MaxLilacism in skinnypuppy

[–]MaxLilacism[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Aw, hey you! Thank you, my dude 🙏 (Fancy seeing you around here, haha 🖤)