Published On Aug 4, 2023
There’s more to comics and graphic novels than big laughs, intense action or major drama — cartoonists offer satire, sharp commentary and insight into our world that only this visual artform can provide to elevate the conversation. Joel Christian Gill, cartoonist, associate professor of art and chair of Boston University’s department of visual narrative, moderated a conversation exploring the culture of comics with local artists.
Panelists
Colleen AF Venable — author, National Book Award long-listed “Kiss Number 8”
Raúl The Third — New York Times bestselling and Pura Belpre award-winning illustrator, author and artist
Dan Mazur — cartoonist and co-founder, Boston Comics Roundtable and Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo (MICE)
Dave Ortega — cartoonist and author, “Días de Consuelo”
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