A retrospective celebrating the groundbreaking work of the late, great Will Eisner is currently underway at New York's Philippe Labaune Gallery. The exhibition showcases original artwork from Eisner's iconic creations, including The Spirit and A Contract with God.
Below is a sneak peek at some original Spirit pages from the "Tarnation" story featured in the exhibition:
The Spirit: "Tarnation" Gallery
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The exhibition, "The Will Eisner Exhibit," spans Eisner's prolific career (1941-2002), encompassing pages from The Spirit, New York: The Big City, and a near-complete presentation of his influential graphic novel, A Contract with God: The Super.
According to Labaune, Eisner's 1940 debut of The Spirit revolutionized comics through innovative stylistic choices. His masterful use of cinematic techniques, including dynamic panel layouts and varied perspectives, created a unique storytelling approach. Eisner's incorporation of visual symbolism and his departure from rigid grid structures resulted in a more immersive and engaging reading experience. His work redefined comic art and showcased the medium's capacity for sophisticated narratives.
The Will Eisner Exhibit opens Thursday, February 13th, with a reception from 6pm to 9pm ET. It runs through Saturday, March 8th at the Philippe Labaune Gallery (534 West 24th Street, New York), open Thursday-Saturday, 10am-6pm ET.
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