The Color of Comics: Miami
Wednesday, Nov. 04, 6:00 p.m., Centre Gallery (Building 1, 3rd Floor, Room 1365)
The Color of Comics exhibition seeks to illuminate the diversity of characters of color in comic art.
One criticism levied at comic books is their lack of multi-cultural images and stories. And while this truth cannot be denied, the world community does need to be more honestly represented in comic books and graphic novels, as well as in other art forms, as a source of knowledge and inspiration to all people, we should not ignore the variety of material that has already been created.
To shine a light on that body of work is the goal of The Color of Comics, an exhibition of original comics artwork by artists from throughout the United States as well as other countries. More than 30 out of 70 pieces highlight characters representing varied cultures and ethnicities--African, African American, Hispanic, Asian, Native American, and Middle Eastern, among others. Created in various mediums, including some digital art, these images come from books published throughout the globe. The stories range from sword and sorcery tales in Europe and Korean myths and legends to social issues in Africa and superheroes and science fiction in America.
The show provides a positive platform for young people to see themselves represented in comics, inviting them to consider their own pathways in this industry. It arms educators with a rich source of images and cultural contexts for classroom discussions on diversity and differences, while also providing them with information on how comic books are used in other countries to discus politics, health, and other social issues.
Curated by comics creator and educator, Alex Simmons, The Color of Comics honestly reflects the ability to bring people together to create a different view of our global community, and provides people from all backgrounds with information on the variety of material that they can seek out for personal satisfaction, as well as educational purposes.
Opening Reception: November 4 at 6:00 p.m.
Exhibit: November 4 through January 15. For opening hours please contact 305-237-3696.
Schedule
| Wednesday, Nov. 04, 6:00 p.m. - Thursday, Jan. 15, 5:00 p.m. |
Free |
Location
Miami Book Fair International * Miami Dade College
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, FL 33132
Centre Gallery (Building 1, 3rd Floor, Room 1365)
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