The Parables Print Club

January 6, 2026Written by Shazia Osman

In a world shaped by speed, screens, and constant updates, I’ve been craving a different way of sharing my work.

Something slower. Something tangible.

Something that asks for presence rather than attention.

That longing is what led to The Parables Print Club - a snail mail offering rooted in reflection, correspondence, and care.

This is not a product drop or a content subscription. It’s a commitment to staying with ideas, texts, and questions over time, and sharing that process through print and post.

What is The Parables Print Club?

The Parables Print Club is a postal subscription where members receive physical mail from my studio throughout the year.

Each mailing is designed to be opened slowly and kept - not consumed and discarded.

Depending on the season, your envelope may include:

A handwritten or printed letter
A small artwork or studio print
Reflections connected to my ongoing practice
Prompts for contemplation or journalling

Everything is created, assembled, and sent with intention.

Why print? Why post?

Print asks us to slow down.

Unlike digital content, it can’t be skimmed in seconds or lost in a feed. It sits with you. It ages. It carries marks of handling.

Posting work also changes the relationship between artist and recipient. It becomes correspondence rather than broadcast - something personal, direct, and grounded.

For me, this feels like the right container for the kind of work I’m making now.

The focus for 2026: Surah Duha

In 2026, The Parables Print Club will centre on a year-long return to Surah Duha.

This Surah speaks directly to interruption, waiting, reassurance, and responsibility. It addresses the fear of abandonment and the quiet work of care that follows relief.

I’ve explored Surah Duha in my work before, but this return is different.

It’s not about producing a body of work quickly. It’s about staying with the text - allowing it to unfold slowly through reflection, making, and correspondence.

Each mailing will engage with an aspect of the surah, shared over time rather than rushed toward conclusions.

Why subscribe?

You might consider joining The Parables Print Club if:

You value slowness and depth over constant output
You want to engage with art and faith in a tangible way
You appreciate handwritten words and physical objects
You’re interested in Surah Duha as a text that speaks to uncertainty and reassurance
You want to receive something made with care, not urgency

This is an offering for those who want to stay with the work rather than move past it.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often will mail be sent?

Mailings will be sent periodically throughout the year. The exact rhythm may vary depending on the nature of the work, but each piece will be communicated clearly in advance.

What exactly will I receive?

Each mailing will be different, but may include letters, prints, or small artworks connected to the ongoing Surah Duha deep dive. Some pieces will be handwritten, others printed.

Is this the same as your Patreon?

The Parables Print Club is a physical extension of my practice. Some members may also be part of my Patreon community, but the print club stands on its own as a postal offering.

Is this available internationally?

Yes. The Parables Print Club is open to international subscribers. Postage is included in the subscription price.

Can I cancel at any time?

Subscription terms and cancellation details will be outlined clearly at sign-up.

Will this work be available digitally?

The reflections and artworks shared through The Parables Print Club are intended to be experienced in physical form. Some context may be shared online, but the core offering lives offline.