This August we are excited to host a double release party and art exhibit with two incredible artists. Noah Van Sciver will debut his new Fantagraphics book, FANTE BUKOWSKI. We are also proud to debut our newest publication, CONDITIONS ON THE GROUND by Kevin Hooyman.
Noah Van Sciver’s latest graphic novella drops in on the life of the self- styled, aspiring young writer, Fante Bukowski, as he delusively makes his way to literary fame and fortune, one drink at a time. Living in a cheap hotel, consorting with the debased and downtrodden, searching for that golden idea that will rocket him to the success he yearns for as the great American novelist, and to get respect from his father once and for all. But, there’s just one problem: Fante Bukowski has no talent for writing.
This latest book from emerging talent Van Sciver is another unique character study (along with Spring’s Saint Cole and 2012’s The Hypo) that mines the author’s interest in pathos and the human condition.
Conditions On The Ground weaves a graphic stream of consciousness with metaphysical atmospheres and a mystical cast of characters. Kevin Hooyman’s fantastically detailed comics elevate everyday situations into psychedelic self-reflection and humorous revelations. This gorgeous 360 page hardcover collects all 10 issues of Kevin’s breakthrough series. Includes favorites: Lay Bare My Brain, Baby Heart, Bagman, Storm Valley and of course, Hot New Dance Moves!
WHO: Noah Van Sciver and Kevin Hooyman
WHAT: Fante Bukowski and Conditions On The Ground double release party and art exhibit
WHEN: August 6th, 6-10pm
WHERE: Floating World Comics, 400 NW Couch St
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