Red & Rude: A TMNT Raphael Zine @ APPS UNTIL OCT 13

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💖 Tumblr: 21cha

Red & Rude presents the Zine Contributors Intros. Here we introduce Cha (she/her), a Merch Artist for the zine. Bio: "Hi! I'm a fan of animation and since I'm a kid, I have been enjoying drawing characters from the silly animated movies and series I like. In addition to drawing, I like making amvs, playing video games and reading hurt/comfort fics in my spare time. Raph has always been my favorite turtle, so I am very excited to be participating in my first zine with everyone. Thank you for having me!" Cha's socials are: Tumblr: 21cha. Her art sample features the following: Leonardo, Raphael and Michelangelo piled around Donatello to watch him playing video games. Find the zine on Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter and Tumblr as TMNTZines. The graphic has a dark background with two lines of dark red paint in the top and bottom borders. The logo of the zine is seen below Raphael.

CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT: CHA ❤️

Introducing Cha, one of our Merch Artists! Thank you so much for joining us! So glad to welcome you to the zine space in the Raph zine!

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💖 Tumblr: halogalopaghost

Red & Rude presents the Zine Contributors Intros. Here we introduce Ghost (she/her), a Writer for the zine. Bio: "I was first introduced to the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles at five years old, when the brand-new series premiered in 2003. It was love at first sight! Now, with more than 30 TMNT fanworks on AO3, I think it's safe to say I'm still obsessed. Outside of fandom, I'm an apprentice jeweler with two big dogs I love to death, and way too many books." Ghost's socials are: Tumblr: halogalopaghost. Her writing sample is the following: "“I think…I think I’m tired of fighting.” Sensei sat down with the tea and a cup for them both. “Oh?” “I mean, I'm not done done, c’mon, we’re ninja. I mean the fighting for our lives part. Couldn’t the universe just, like, leave us alone for a minute?” Raph paused. “Ah, hell, I sound like Mikey.” “There is no shame in exhaustion, Raphael, nor in yearning for peace. I know that our family will find it someday. Even if we must make it ourselves, craft it out of our blood and tears, we will have it.” He locked eyes with his son. “Promise me that you will not give up before that time comes.” Raphael stared into his tea. “Yeah, I promise.” “Good.” Sensei took a sip of his tea. “While you’re at it, watch your language.” “Yes, Sensei,” he grumbled." Find the zine on Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter and Tumblr as TMNTZines. The graphic has a dark background with two lines of dark red paint in the top and bottom borders. The logo of the zine is seen below Raphael.

CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT: GHOST ❤️

Introducing Ghost, one of our Writers! She couldn't help but fall in love with the series when she first watched an episode years ago!

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📸 Instagram: jacazull
💖 Tumblr: jacazull

Red & Rude presents the Zine Contributors Intros. Here we introduce Celeste (they/she), a Page Artist for the zine. Bio: "Heyo! It’s me! I’m a little frog who works in education and is trying their hand in animation. I enjoy drawing my hyperfixations and playing video games when I have the time. My love TMNT will never disappear, and it’s brought me a lot of joy throughout my life. I’ve always related to Leo and Raph the most growing up, so I’m ecstatic to be a part of this zine! I can’t wait to get started!!" Celeste's socials are: Tumblr & Instagram: jacazull. Their art sample features the following: two Raphs going on a mission at night in the city. Find the zine on Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter and Tumblr as TMNTZines. The graphic has a dark background with two lines of dark red paint in the top and bottom borders. The logo of the zine is seen below Raphael.

CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT: CELESTE ❤️

Introducing Celeste, one of our Page Artists! This little frog enjoys spending their time in the things they love, and of course, one of them is drawing TMNT!

Find her on socials as:
🐦 Twitter: genoshuart
📸 Instagram: geno.shu

Red & Rude presents the Zine Contributors Intros. Here we introduce Geno Shu (she/they), a Page Artist for the zine. Bio: "Hello hello, I'm Geno! I'm an animator and comic artist; Red and ready to get rude with raph >:D" Geno Shu's socials are: Twitter: genoshuart. Instagram: geno.shu. Her art sample features the following: Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, Michelangelo and a person doing parkour on some buildings at night. Find the zine on Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter and Tumblr as TMNTZines. The graphic has a dark background with two lines of dark red paint in the top and bottom borders. The logo of the zine is seen below Raphael.

CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT: GENO SHU ❤️

Introducing Geno Shu, one of our Page Artists! She's not gonna hold any punches to make one of the best arts of Raph ever!

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📸 Instagram: camiliero_art
💖 Tumblr: camilieroart

Red & Rude presents the Zine Contributors Intros. Here we introduce Camiliero (they/she), a Page Artist for the zine. Bio: "Hello ! My name is Rook and I am so happy I got in !!! I cannot wait to continue the story from the 2 previous zine and see what everyone else will do !" Camiliero's socials are: Instagram: camiliero_art. Tumblr: camilieroart. Their art sample features the following: a girl in a blue suit leans backwards while a bird is coming through her chest; some wings can be seen on the girl's back.. Find the zine on Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter and Tumblr as TMNTZines. The graphic has a dark background with two lines of dark red paint in the top and bottom borders. The logo of the zine is seen below Raphael.

CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT: CAMILIERO ❤️

Introducing Camiliero, one of our Page Artists! Back to the zine action! We're so excited to have you here!

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📸 Instagram: anixolt
💖 Tumblr: anixolt

Red & Rude presents the Zine Contributors Intros. Here we introduce Anixolt (they/she), a Merch Artist for the zine. Bio: "I had an amazing time the last time i worked on a zine, so i was looking forward to this one! Always had a soft spot for Raph so im very excited! I also won the bet." Anixolt's socials are: Instagram: anixolt. Tumblr: anixolt. Their art sample features the following: From left to right, Raphael, Donatello and Leonardo are walking to the right; the background behind each of them has their respective colors. Find the zine on Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter and Tumblr as TMNTZines. The graphic has a dark background with two lines of dark red paint in the top and bottom borders. The logo of the zine is seen below Raphael.

CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT: ANIXOLT ❤️

Introducing Anixolt, one of our Page Artists! We're so excited to welcome this lucky artist to our wonderful team

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🐦 Twitter: rainfroggies
💖 Tumblr: rainfroggies

Red & Rude presents the Zine Contributors Intros. Here we introduce Gen (he/she), a Page Artist for the zine. Bio: "Hello, I’m Gen! I’m super excited to work on this zine and make art of my favorite red guy! I am so grateful to be able to join such an amazing project; I can’t wait to see what everyone creates! :)" Gen's socials are: Twitter: rainfroggies. Tumblr: rainfroggies. His art sample features the following: Rise Raph and Mikey sleeping together, sitting on the ground and leaning against a wall. The color palette used is very warm. Find the zine on Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter and Tumblr as TMNTZines. The graphic has a dark background with two lines of dark red paint in the top and bottom borders. The logo of the zine is seen below Raphael.

CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT: GEN ❤️

Introducing Gen, one of our Page Artists! We can't wait to see what you'll make for Raph here! Thank you so much for joining us~

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💖 Tumblr: andva-ri

Red & Rude presents the Zine Contributors Intros. Here we introduce Andva-ri (they/them), a Page Artist for the zine. Bio: "Hi! I'm Andva :3 I make comics and love these turtles! So excited to be part of the Raph zine! ☆ Hot soup! ☆" Andva-ri's socials are: Tumblr: andva-ri. Their art sample features the following: Raphael and Donatello fighting together; the perspective and action poses are the coolest. Find the zine on Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter and Tumblr as TMNTZines. The graphic has a dark background with two lines of dark red paint in the top and bottom borders. The logo of the zine is seen below Raphael.

CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT: ANDVA-RI ❤️

Introducing Andva-ri, one of our Page Artists! Comics and turtles, what a wonderful combo for this Raph artist!

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💖 Tumblr: bluepeachstudios
📚 AO3: AmevelloBlue

Red & Rude presents the Zine Contributors Intros. Here we introduce Amevello Blue (any/all), a Writer for the zine. Bio: "Heyo! I've been deep into TMNT for 21 years and within the last 4 started writing serious fanfic for it, most notably Ghost in the Shell. I have a particular love for the dark turtles from 2003. My favorite Raph is of course 03, so is my favorite iteration. Outside of TMNT, I enjoy houseplants, drawing, sculpting, sewing, crochet, and my leopard gecko Cimorene." Amevello Blue's socials are: Tumblr: bluepeachstudios. Archive of our Own: AmevelloBlue. Their writing sample is the following: "“He’s me but better,” Donnie said sourly. Ghost’s breath caught in his throat. Leo looked guilty enough that it was obvious who had put those exact words in his head. “I’m not,” Ghost said, focusing on Donnie. “You are your own person, and I am mine. We may be parallel, but we are not the same. Just like none of you are my brothers.” He looked at Leo and Raph, who both lowered their eyes. “You can’t replace them, and I don’t want you to. I don’t want you to think that they’re the only reason I love you. I love you guys for being you.”" Find the zine on Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter and Tumblr as TMNTZines. The graphic has a dark background with two lines of dark red paint in the top and bottom borders. The logo of the zine is seen below Raphael.

CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT: AMEVELLO BLUE ❤️

Introducing Emevello Blue, one of our Writers! A long time fan that likes to dabble in many hobbies. Looking forward to your Raph story in the zine!

Find them on socials as:
🐦 Twitter: Amasc0met
📸 Instagram: Amascomet

Red & Rude presents the Zine Contributors Intros. Here we introduce Ama (they/them), a Page Artist for the zine. Bio: "It’s me, Ama, and I’ve returned for seconds! Anywho, I’m a freelance artist and character designer. When I’m not shaking around the blue turtle, I’m tossing around the red one! Raphael and I are practically one and the same. It’s like looking in a mirror, so I’m absolutely overjoyed to be one of the artists selected for this project." Ama's socials are: Twitter: Amasc0met. Instagram: Amascomet. Their art sample features the following: Raphael seated with a really frustrated expression. Some text accompanies this saying "Completely calm". In a little bubble panel, some animals have a shocked expression. Find the zine on Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter and Tumblr as TMNTZines. The graphic has a dark background with two lines of dark red paint in the top and bottom borders. The logo of the zine is seen below Raphael.

CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT: AMA ❤️

Introducing Ama, one of our Page Artists! They relate to Raph so much, their art is full of his chaotic energy too!

Find them on socials as:
🐦 Twitter: 3_14art
💖 Tumblr: 3-14art

Red & Rude presents the Zine Contributors Intros. Here we introduce 3_14art (any/all), a Page Artist for the zine. Bio: "Hey I'm Pi! I'm a tmnt fan of almost four years now, and my favourite iterations are Mutant Mayhem, IDW, 2012 and Rise! The turtles have been a big part of my life these past couple years and they've inspired a lot of my personal projects. My all time favourite turtle is a constant battle between Raph and Leo, but if i had to truly pick it would be neither! Can't choose just one!" 3_14art's socials are: Twitter: 3_14art. Tumblr: 3-14art. Their art sample features the following: a small Leo looking up; he seems worried about something. In the background, a bigger Leo holding Raphael's mask looks to the other Leo; there's tears in his eyes. Find the zine on Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter and Tumblr as TMNTZines. The graphic has a dark background with two lines of dark red paint in the top and bottom borders. The logo of the zine is seen below Raphael.

CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT: 3_14ART ❤️

Introducing 3_14art, one of our Page Artists! TMNT has been the inspiration behind many of their artworks. Thank you for loving Raph!

Find them on socials as:
🐦 Twitter: yaminyups
📸 Instagram: yamin_yups
💖 Tumblr: yamin-yups

Red & Rude presents the Zine Guest Intros. Here we introduce Yam (they/them/he/him/xe), a Guest Page + Merch Artist for the zine. Bio: "Hello!! My name is Yam!! I love the ninja turtles and this is my time in a zine ever!! I love silly colors and stars and goopy objects!! I am so excited for this project!" Yam's socials are: Twitter: yaminyups. Instagram: yamin_yups. Tumblr: yamin-yups. Bluesky: yaminyups. Their art sample features the following: a big Raphael dressing very fancy, with a chibi Raphael at his right. In the background, a donut, Kirby, stars, a moon, some hearts with letters and a strawberry can be seen. Find the zine on Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter and Tumblr as TMNTZines. The graphic has a dark background with two lines of dark red paint in the top and bottom borders. The logo of the zine is seen below Raphael.

GUEST SPOTLIGHT: YAM ❤️

Introducing @yaminyups.bsky.social, one of our Guest Page and Merch Artists! We're happy to welcome you to the zine space, and can't wait to see you draw more of silly Raph!

Find her on socials as:
💖 Tumblr: the-peak-tmnt
🐦 Twitter: thepeaktmnt

Red & Rude presents the Zine Guest Intros. Here we introduce ThePeak (she/her), a Guest Writer for the zine. Bio: "My love of TMNT is almost as old as TMNT itself! I watched the 1987 cartoon as it aired on TV, and I once rocked the sickest Raph Halloween costume the early 90s had to offer. I reconnected with the turtles briefly in my 20s with the release of the IWD comics, but I drifted away from fandom for years to focus on my career like a lame, boring adult. Then Mutant Mayhem hit me like a turtle tank, and I’ve been happily back to the sewers ever since! I’m currently writing a Mutant Mayhem fic called Reciprocity on Ao3!" ThePeak's socials are: Bluesky: thepeaktmnt. Tumblr: the-peak-tmnt. Twitter: thepeaktmnt. Their writing sample is the following: "The new guy plopped down at the lunch table directly across from Raph, who braced for the usual ‘human meeting a mutant for the first time’ awkwardness to begin. Sure enough, Casey looked him up and down and squinted for a moment as Raph tried to nonchalantly keep eating. Suddenly, Casey’s eyes widened. “Heeey, we’re twins!” Raph hastily swallowed the bite he’d just taken, coughing a little as he choked out “what?” Casey chuckled and hooked a finger into his lip, pulling it up to reveal a single missing tooth. Without removing his finger, he smiled and attempted to speak. “Missin’ toof twins.” The laugh that tore out of Raph was so unexpected that he nearly hacked up the bit of pizza he’d just swallowed. Casey grinned. “Yeah, we’re the spitting image of each other, dude” Raph laughed." Find the zine on Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter and Tumblr as TMNTZines. The graphic has a dark background with two lines of dark red paint in the top and bottom borders. The logo of the zine is seen below Raphael.

GUEST SPOTLIGHT: THEPEAK ❤️

Introducing @thepeaktmnt.bsky.social, one of our Guest Writers! From wearing a costume of Raph in the past to writing about him now, we're so excited to see what you can make!

Find him on socials as:
📸 Instagram: teatreeleaf
🎶 TikTok: teatreeleafs
💖 Tumblr: teatreeleafs

Red & Rude presents the Zine Guest Intros. Here we introduce TeaTreeLeafs (he/him), a Page + Merch Artist for the zine. Bio: "I love turtles, I draw nothing but turtles, and I make lots of fanmade turtle merch :)" TeaTreeLeafs's socials are: Instagram: teatreeleaf. TikTok: teatreeleafs. Tumblr: teatreeleafs. His art sample features the following: Raphael doing different poses and expressions. Find the zine on Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter and Tumblr as TMNTZines. The graphic has a dark background with two lines of dark red paint in the top and bottom borders. The logo of the zine is seen below Raphael.

GUEST SPOTLIGHT: TEATREELEAFS ❤️

Introducing TeaTreeLeafs, one of our Guest Page and Merch Artists! Turtles everywhere! Such is his life every day, isn't it wonderful?

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💖 Tumblr: sharkylass

Red & Rude presents the Zine Guest Intros. Here we introduce sharkylass (she/her), a Guest Artist for the zine. Bio: "A lover of sharks and big guys with even bigger hearts (and maybe a little anger as a treat). Nothing like a good slice of emotioanlly complex pie!" sharkylass's socials are: Tumblr: sharkylass. Her art sample features the following: Donatello, Leonardo, Michelangelo and Raphael fighting against some animals. Find the zine on Instagram, Bluesky, Twitter and Tumblr as TMNTZines. The graphic has a dark background with two lines of dark red paint in the top and bottom borders. The logo of the zine is seen below Raphael.

GUEST SPOTLIGHT: SHARKYLASS ❤️

Introducing sharkylass, one of our Guest Artists! Sharks, turtles and complex emotions; fit all those into one and you've got her favorite thing!