Say ’hello’ to Makeshift Magazine Issue 4. A slender balloon floats over North Korea’s Bridge of No Return before releasing its cargo—messages from the outside world. Meanwhile, Chinese netizens break through digital walls to access censored media. For many, open communication remains a luxury.

Makeshift Magazine Issue 13 is available now! This time around, our vast contributor network brings you stories of hidden creativity from across the globe, including Kyrgyzstan, Uganda, Canada, Thailand and more.