Comics We Love :: Alan Moore’s Necronomicon
For those unfamiliar with the mind-bending horror of early 20th-century author H.P. Lovecraft, his work has been more influential on what we think of as “modern” horror than almost any other single person. Although criminally under-appreciated in his own time, Lovecraft would go on to inspire some of the greatest minds in horror, from Stephen King to John Carpenter.
Alan Moore is the imminently reclusive comic author responsible for such blockbuster graphic novels as Watchmen, V for Vendetta and Swamp Thing, a man of few words who is currently (not) enjoying a huge boom in popularity due to the recent film adaptations of his work.
These two titans of literature will unite (in spirit at least; Lovecraft died over fifty years ago) for what is rumored to be Alan Moore’s last foray into comic books, Necronomicon. The horror series will deal with modernized updates on Lovecraft’s timeless themes of forbidden knowledge, extra-dimensional gods and the ever-present shadow of insanity. Scripted entirely by Moore, the series should prove to be a welcome, terrifying addition to the Lovecraft canon.
Watch for the release of Necronomicon #1 this August!
Artists We Love :: Harvey Pekar
Legendary underground comic book artist Harvey Pekar passed away earlier this week at the age of seventy. The Cleveland, Ohio native was most famous for his autobiographical comic book series, American Splendor, which was often illustrated by friends and fellow comic book legends, such as Robert Crumb and Alan Moore. Harvey Pekar’s writing was loved by fans for its humorous look at the dull and raw sense of reality.
Artists We Love :: Will Varner
Blending the anxiety of American culture and childhood fantasy, Will Varner’s illustrations take you into a somewhat welcoming world of isolation and outsiders. With a haunting but humorous comic book aesthetic, Will Varner boldly explores the fears and troubles of society that keep us all wondering what might happen next.
Exhibits We Love :: Dave Cooper @ Jonathan LeVine Gallery
Starting off in the underground comic scene, Dave Cooper adapts his twisted worlds and characters into unbelievable oil paintings in his solo show, MANGLE at the Jonathan LeVine Gallery later this month. The exhibit features a whole new collection of drawings and paintings, and runs from June 26 through July 24 so be sure to check it out! -Elliot Lobell
Souther Salazar :: Off The Hook
Souther opens up about his artistic journey, signature pieces and thoughts behind his “Last Year’s Man” exhibition at the Jonathan LeVine Gallery.
Souther Salazar, Artist :: 120 Seconds
Souther describes what it was like to move to the rural town of Knights Ferry, California and finding the courage and inspiration to share his first zine by John Porcellino’s King-Cat Comics.
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