KUALA LUMPUR, July 26 -- It was a two-day event bursting with self-expression and creativity at INKSIDE: Zineyard, a vibrant zine fair held at Menara BAC, Petaling Jaya, from July 25 to 26.

The event celebrated the power of handmade, independent art and brought together artists and admirers in a joyful showcase of DIY publishing - where 100 per cent of proceeds would go to the Orang Asli school project at Kampung Bumbun, Pulau Carey.

If you've ever wondered what a zine fair is, it's a lively gathering where creators and enthusiasts meet to display, sell, and discuss self-published magazines, booklets, and artworks.

Visitors can expect handmade creations, workshops, meet-and-greets with artists, and a community grounded in creativity, i...