On the Corner is an independent, art-house zine created and produced by Kay Oken and Eila Planinc, in association with Claremont High School’s student newspaper, the Wolfpacket. On the Corner strives to embody the feel of old-school, print media, while showcasing the art and issues of today. Artists are more than welcome to submit their poetry, writing, artwork, or photographs by contacting the zine’s creators.
WHO WE ARE
Kay Oken (she/they) is a professional photographer, writer, and Editor-in-Chief of Claremont High School’s student newspaper, the Wolfpacket. Oken is a 17-year-old lesbian, queer rights activist, artist, and poet. In their free time, Oken works at Video Paradiso, a vintage DVD sale and rental store, and is an avid connoisseur of books and film. Contact Kay on Instagram @ramenboikay.
Eila Planinc (she) is a 17-year-old artist and student. She is highly active in technical theatre, and is a two-time State Thespian Officer for California, as well as President of Claremont High School's Thespian Troupe. She is an environmental activist and a feminist. Planinc works in sewing, painting, sketch, collage, and 3D soft art, and enjoys playing music and composing look-books in her spare time. Contact her on Instagram @eplaninc.