BIO-ZINEs Collection
BIO-ZINEs are an independent zine series launched by Textiles Artist and Material Researcher Elle MacMillan as a post-graduation project. The collection aims to connect artists across the creative industries, by inviting readers to explore the world of bio-design through accessible experimentation and a shared commitment to positively impact nature. Each issue is designed to educate and inform readers, by bridging the gap of inaccessible knowledge surrounding biomaterials in design.
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Inside, you’ll find everything from natural dye recipes to interviews with 24 inspiring sustainable artists. Alongside the zines, Elle continues to develop her biomaterial library, most recently seaweed bio-yarn, which you can read more about in the latest issue, BIO-BUILT. Find out more about each BIO-ZINE below or by visiting Etsy.
Designed to educate and inform.
BIO-ACCESS
Interested in learning about Biomaterials and how to access them?
Check out volume one of BIO-ZINES: BIO-ACCESS.
This 26 page BIO-ZINE features :
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A simple Bio-design recipe getting to know how to handle alginate.
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A natural dyeing recipe to achieve green to yellow hues.
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Read about how some of the latest biomaterials are being successfully used in industry.
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Five up-coming inspirational bio-designing graduates you need to know about.
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BIO-ABILITY
Lets talk about the different abilities bio-materials can have when designing...
Check out volume two of BIO-ZINES: BIO-ABILITY.
This 32 page BIO-ZINE features :
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on the design community.
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Two easy to follow natural dyeing recipes to help you achieve those blue hues.
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6 exciting & inspirational upcoming designers/ makers.
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Some top tips for getting involved in the bio-design community in 2025.
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Build on your biomaterial knowledge, one page at a time and be a part of this growing industry.
Check out volume three of BIO-ZINES: BIO-BUILT
This 35 page BIO-ZINE features :
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Sustainability burn-out #takeit back
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All things ALGAE: who, what and where?
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Learn how to make BIO-YARN at home for crochet, weaving, and embroidery.
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Get to know 6 designers and practitioners, from different creative industries, that are building the future of sustainable design.
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BIO-BUILT
