This post kicks off a three-part series unpacking the process behind my newest handmade zine, Lab Report No. 1. These deep dives will cover everything from concept to print, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the tools, decisions, and mistakes that shaped the final result.
What to Expect in This Series:
Part 1 (This episode):
A full breakdown of the concept behind Lab Report No. 1 and a detailed walkthrough of the selection and editing process that shaped its content.Part 2 (Coming soon):
A look at the layout and design process, including downloadable InDesign templates and practical tips for DIY zine-making.Part 3 (Final part):
A dive into production—materials, tools, and the hands-on choices that give the zine its physical character.
NOTES FROM THE LAB is a dispatch of ideas, a diary, a journal of progress or failure, and a peek behind the curtain into the creative process of being a photographer, filmmaker, multidisciplinary artist, parent, and husband. I’m Ramon, and I work with still and moving pictures.
