Joe posted about it a while back, but it’s a timely reminder (via Heidi) of the upcoming National Library of Scotland event: Local Heroes: The Art Of The Graphic Novel.
From the official description:
“This exhibition draws on material from our vast collections to tell the story of how comics have ‘grown up’ over the past 40 years. It reveals the influential role Scottish artists and writers have played in the evolution of the graphic novel as a serious art form. Featuring ‘The Broons’, the superheroes and villains of Marvel comics, and international work such as Tintin and Japanese Manga.
Among artists and writers represented are Alan Moore, Art Speigelman, Frank Miller, Alan Grant, Cam Kennedy and Grant Morrison.”
It all kicks off this Wednesday 9th April with the ever-wonderful Cam Kennedy and Alan Grant in conversation:
Booking essential for free events.
Events Line: 0131 623 4675 or e-mail events@nls.uk
Wednesday 9 April 7pm
Illustrated talk
Cam Kennedy and Alan Grant in Conversation
Meet the creators of the graphic novel versions of Kidnapped and Jekyll and Hyde, and comic book veterans of 2000AD fame. Who were their early influences? How did they get into the world of comics? How has the political climate around comics changed? Chair:Hanna Sommerseth
Thu, Apr 3, 2008
Art and animation, Books, Conventions and events