New Jersey Stage logo
New Jersey Stage Menu


Getting Graphic: Novels, Memoirs & Comics Returns To Visual Arts Center

originally published: 11/12/2018

Getting Graphic: Novels, Memoirs & Comics Returns To Visual Arts Center(SUMMIT, NJ) -- The second annual edition of Getting Graphic: Novels, Memoirs & Comics, will take place at the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey on December 1, from 12:00pm–7:00pm. Incredibly popular last year, this free event for all ages will feature graphic novelists, graphic memoirists, and comic book artists showcasing and discussing their work, signing books, and selling merchandise at tables set up throughout the Art Center.

Artist talks will occur in the Main Gallery throughout the day, and children can participate in a comic book workshop that will be held during the event: A workshop for children ages 6–9 will take place from 12:30pm–2:00pm at the cost of $35 and a workshop for children ages 9–12 will take place from 2:30pm–4:00pm for $50. Food and drinks will also be available for purchase from local food trucks.

Artists appearing at Getting Graphic include: Julia Alekseyeva, G.R. Lear, Doug Baron, Courtney Menard, Brian Buniak, Michael Parla, Gabrielle Bell, Lauren Purje, Lena Chanhok, Paul Swartz, Sean Dillon, Colleen Tighe, Darrell Goza, Lauren Weinstein, Liana Kangas, Glenn Whitmore, Kirsten Kramer, and Heather Willems.

“Graphic novels, memoirs, and comics have become wildly popular across so many age groups,” said Sarah Walko, director of education and community engagement at the Art Center. “It’s not that surprising, when you really think about it. It’s a genre ripe for exploration, because of the way it lends itself to so many styles of storytelling. This annual event exposes the audience to as many of these examples as we can fit in the building, and gives visitors an opportunity to meet the artists themselves. Whether you’re a fan or an aspiring artist, chances are you’ll be able to find a style that suits your taste—that’s the beauty of this art form.”

For 85 years, the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey has been exclusively dedicated to viewing, making, and learning about contemporary art. Recognized as a leading non-profit arts organization, the Art Center’s renowned Studio School, acclaimed exhibitions, and educational outreach initiatives serve thousands of youth, families, seniors, and people with special needs every year.



 
Advertise with New Jersey Stage for $50-$100 per month, click here for info



The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey is located at 68 Elm Street in Summit, NJ. Adult and children’s group tours are available throughout the year. Gallery Hours: Monday to Wednesday and Friday, 10:00am to 5:00pm; Thursday, 10:00am to 8:00pm; and Saturday & Sunday, 11:00am to 4:00pm. Please call 908.273.9121 to confirm holiday hours. 

Major support for the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey is provided in part by the Peter R. & Cynthia K. Kellogg Foundation; the Wilf Family Foundations; and Art Center members and donors.



FEATURED EVENTS

ART | COMEDY | DANCE | MUSIC | THEATRE | COMMUNITY


An Evening with Jon Stewart

Friday, March 29, 2024 @ 7:30pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theater)
91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540
category: community

Click here for full description


Manhattan Comedy Night: March

Friday, March 29, 2024 @ 8:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
category: comedy

Click here for full description


Rebirth Brass Band

Friday, March 29, 2024 @ 8:00pm
The Vogel
99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701
category: music

Click here for full description


Click here for more events

Listings are available for $10 and included with our banner ad packages.

Click here for more info.







 

LATEST NEWS


Ocean Casino Resort presents Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Ocean Casino Resort presents Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo on Saturday, July 6, 2024 in Ovation Hall. In a pop culture world defined by its perpetual changes, the partnership of singer songwriter Pat Benatar and producer-musician Neil Giraldo has been a potent, steadfast union that has soared to the top of the charts and into fans' hearts on their own terms. Showtime is 8:00pm.


The Princeton Folk Music Society to Celebrate Pete Seeger's legacy with Professor Allan Winkler




Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival Returns April 21st




Jersey Arts TV: MPAC Sees Pilobolus Return with "re:CREATION"


Click here for more event previews







New Jersey Stage

© 2024 by Wine Time Media, LLC
PO Box 811, Belmar, NJ 07719
info@newjerseystage.com

Nobody covers the Arts
throughout the Garden State
like New Jersey Stage!


Images used on this site have been sent to us from publicists, artists, and PR firms. If there is a problem with the rights to any image, please contact us and we will look into the matter.

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, and on our RSS feed


Art | Comedy | Dance | Film | Music | Theatre | Ad Rates | About Us | Pitch a Story | Links | Radio Shows | Privacy Policy