Contributor Spotlight: SHELLEY BUTLER
Above is a sneak preview of one of Shelley Butler's contributions to TZD, our print K/S fanzine. Ordering begins soon, so don't miss out: Follow @the-zine-directive for updates!
How do you even introduce a legend like Shelley Butler?! From sunny California, we are so honored to have Shelley as a contributor. We now join the ranks of the many incredible zines such as Naked Times, T'hy'la, As I Do Thee, and First Time (and many more!!) which have featured her art over the decades! Shelley also helps run @kiscon and remains involved in the fandom to this day. She is an inspiration to us all, and we owe her so much for the years she's dedicated to this crazy little thing called love k/s <3
✴︎ Most important question: Kirk, Spock, or Bones?
Kirk. I am a definite Kirk girl, but especially through the eyes of Spock.
✴︎ What is your “specialty?”
Drawing, but I love writing when I'm not drawing (which is what I happen to be doing now).
✴︎ What is something you've made that you're particularly proud of and why?
Two of my personal favorite pieces are WINGS and SPOCK'S TATTOO. Also, the short video that T'Lara made for me: THE ADVENTURES OF KIRK AND SPOCK.
✴︎ How has it felt to be a contributor in a fanzine?
I am thrilled to be a part of an actual fanzine after so many years! Zines used to be the only place to share in K/S. This is an extraordinary project!
✴︎ What does K/S mean to you?
K/S is so important to me. It is an escape into a most beautiful world of love and passion. It is also a wonderful community that I cherish.
✴︎ Anything else we should know about you?
Returning to fandom after being away for a number of years has been one of the most wonderful things in my life.
✴︎ Where can people find you?
I am on AO3 as SButler. Most of my art and fic works are there, but I participate all the time in Discord (KiScord), and of course, @kiscon. I am always open to communication!
Thank you so much, Shelley! See more of our contributor spotlights here!
