The Architect of Literary Manga: The Life, Legacy, and Lasting Influence of Yoshiharu Tsuge (1937–2026)
The world of international literature and visual arts mourns the passing of Yoshiharu Tsuge, a titan of Japanese manga whose work transcended the boundaries of the medium. As The Comics Journal revisits its archives—specifically the seminal 2005 analysis by Béatrice Maréchal—the industry reflects on a man who didn’t just draw stories but pioneered
Charting the Uncharted: Olly Geary’s "Limpid Blue" Navigates Heritage and Identity Through Costa Rican Streets
Scottish photographer and director Olly Geary’s poignant project, "Limpid Blue," offers a profound exploration of heritage, identity, and the very nature of navigation. Through a month-long sojourn in San José, Costa Rica, Geary delves into a city where street names are often absent, and addresses are passed down through generations
The Steward of Lusiphur: Robb Horan and the Enduring Legacy of Drew Hayes
The history of independent comics is littered with "what ifs," but few are as poignant or as enduring as the saga of Drew Hayes and his magnum opus, Poison Elves. When Hayes passed away in 2007 at the age of 37, he had completed just 80 issues of a planned 300-issue epic. He left behind […]
The Architecture of a Waking Dream: Chris Harnan and the Evolution of Abstract Comics
In the landscape of contemporary sequential art, few works have managed to bridge the chasm between fine art abstraction and narrative drive as effectively as Chris Harnan’s Big Pool. Released in the summer of 2025 by the UK’s Breakdown Press and France’s Fidèle Editions, the book has quickly become a touchstone for the "anti-technical" m
Nat Meade Unveils "Franklin": A Profound Exploration of Fatherhood, Mortality, and Renewal at HESSE FLATOW
New York, NY – HESSE FLATOW is proud to present "Franklin," the third solo exhibition by acclaimed artist Nat Meade, a captivating collection of paintings and works on paper that delves into the complex tapestry of human experience. Running through April 18, 2026, "Franklin" offers a deeply personal yet universally resonant expl
Pucker Up: How Kiss Radio is Reclaiming its "Mischief" Through a Bold Visual Rebrand
The British audio landscape has long been a battleground for the ears of the youth, but in an increasingly visual and digital-first era, a radio station’s identity must transcend the airwaves. Kiss, the iconic UK audio brand, has recently unveiled a comprehensive and high-energy rebrand designed to do exactly that. Orchestrated by the London-based
The Human Element: Nick Norlen’s ‘Paper Airplane’ and the Renaissance of Analog Media
May 1, 2026 In an era increasingly defined by the rapid encroachment of generative artificial intelligence and the sterile efficiency of algorithmic curation, a new movement in independent publishing is taking flight. Paper Airplane, an ambitious "magazine for humans," has officially released its second volume, signaling a shift toward ta
The Blueprint for a Beautiful Children’s Book: Why Layout Matters Before Illustration
Self-publishing a children’s picture book involves a complex interplay of creative and technical considerations. While the allure of captivating illustrations often takes center stage, an insightful article from a reputable self-publishing service, 1106 Design, suggests a crucial, often overlooked, step: establishing the interior layout befor
The Concrete and the Petal: Chris ‘Daze’ Ellis and the Eternal Pulse of New York City
NEW YORK — In the hallowed, white-walled sanctuary of the PPOW Gallery, a bridge is being built between the grimy, adrenaline-fueled subway tunnels of the 1970s and the sophisticated contemporary art world of the 21st century. Chris “Daze” Ellis, a foundational figure in the graffiti movement that redefined urban aesthetics, has returned with his t
