By Sierra Force ’20, Staff Writer

The Suzanne H. Arnold Gallery opened with a new exhibit on Friday, Aug. 31, which features a vintage collection of American comic art through a variety of generations.

The exhibit, “Comics Unstripped” was curated by Dr. Barbara McNulty, gallery director, as well as Michael Pittari, an art and visual culture professor. Through a course offered the previous semester, eight students were able to contribute to the formation through planning and research. President Dr. Lewis Thayne and wife Dorothy Thayne hosted the exhibit’s official opening ceremony on Friday, Sept. 14.

“The exhibit is an evolution of comics and represents a form of newspaper art,” Mike Keiper, a junior art and music major and gallery student worker, said.

Many popular running comics are featured throughout the exhibit, such as Spider-Man, The Bungle Family, Ziggy and more. On display are black and white and color comics that date back to 1890 through present time. Over 20 featured comics the collaboration illustrates history and visual communication.

“It is distinct and unique and very life-like,” Keiper said. “There are a lot of artistic styles condensed into this exhibit.”

On opening night, all attendees were encouraged to dress up in costume of their favorite comic character. The exhibit will be available for tours and walk-ins through Sunday, Oct. 21.

Other events help to promote “Comics Unstripped” through the upcoming weeks, such as discussions, lectures and workshops. For more details about the gallery and events, check out the Suzanne H. Arnold Gallery webpage on LVC’s website.