Join us this Saturday, April 25 at Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery from 6:00 to 8:00 PM as we celebrate the publication of Josh Simmons' new graphic novel, Black River, and the release of Intruder #15. Festivities include a display of Simmons' original drawings, a black light room, short film screening, a book signing, and complimentary refreshments. Josh will be joined by his colleagues from the Intruder comix collective presenting their latest issue. The free Intruder tabloid publishes the work of Seattle's most accomplished contemporary cartoonists. Simmons contributes a story in the latest issue illustrated by Joe Garber. Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery is…
Daniel Clowes Unveils the Complete Eightball at Fantagraphics Bookstore
Please join us in welcoming a truly gifted artist, Daniel Clowes, to Fantagraphics Bookstore this Saturday, April 18 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM as we unveil the anxiously anticipated Complete Eightball 1 – 18. With his long running Eightball series, Clowes combined enigmatic long-form stories with biting satire to create an enduring cultural milestone. In a cover feature in the current issue of The Stranger, Clowes recalls, "Almost everything in the comic is based on something, a joke I had with one of my friends or a real-life experience, and all the characters are based vaguely on people I know… It all feels…
Josh Simmons presents Black River at Fantagraphics Bookstore
Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery is pleased to present the debut of Josh Simmons' latest work, Black River, with an art exhibition, short film screening and book signing on Saturday, April 25 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Simmons returns with his first full-length graphic novel since 2007's acclaimed House. A group of women, one man, and two dogs make their way through a post-apocalyptic nightmare in search of civilization in this epic horror comic. Simmons will display original pages from the book together with prints, two film shorts, and a book signing at the reception. Adding to the atmosphere, Fantagraphics Bookstore is…
Daniel Clowes on the Record
It's fitting that Daniel Clowes will make a rare Seattle appearance on Record Store Day. This Saturday, April 18 marks the annual appreciation of these essential establishments. Clowes will appear at Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery, which shares space with vintage vinyl purveyor Georgetown Records. Throughout the 90s, Clowes cartoons were associated with Seattle's illustrious Sub Pop record label. His "Punky" character adorned multiple product lines, and Clowes created album covers for some of Sub Pop's marquee acts. Don't miss the unveiling of The Complete Eightball 1 – 18 and a chance to meet one of America's most influential artists at Fantagraphics Bookstore on…
Hey Look! Bill Schelly presents Harvey Kurtman biography at Fantagraphics Bookstore
Celebrate the legacy of one of the pivotal figures in American pop culture as Bill Schelly discusses his new biography, Harvey Kurtzman: The Man Who Created MAD this Saturday, April 11 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery. The evening will include a display of Kurtzman's significant achievements as well as an entertaining and informative slide presentation at 7:00 PM, followed by a book signing. Visitors to this event will be the first in the country to see this important contribution to our cultural heritage by noted Northwest comix scholar and author Bill Schelly. This event coincides with…
Daniel Clowes Returns to Fantagraphics Bookstore on April 18
Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery is pleased to host the return engagement of one of America’s most influential artists, Daniel Clowes. His cynical satires of popular culture in the pages of the wildly popular Eightball comic book series helped define the attitudes and aesthetics of an entire generation. His appearance in Seattle on Saturday, April 18 marks the global debut of The Complete Eightball 1 – 18. Clowes will be available to sign a limited number of advance copies of this collection as well as other publications from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Clowes’ meticulously rendered artwork and cinematic narratives set a standard for…
Bill Schelly Goes MAD at Fantagraphics Bookstore
Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery welcomes comics scholar and author Bill Schelly on Saturday, April 11 as he presents his new biography Harvey Kurtzman: The Man Who Created Mad and Revolutionized Humor in America. Schelly will give an entertaining and informative slide talk on the illustrious career of one of the pivotal figures in American popular culture. A book signing will follow the presentation. Harvey Kurtzman wrote, edited and drew popular titles like Two-Fisted Tales and Frontline Combat for notorious publisher EC Comics. In a departure from their lurid line of crime and horror comics, Kurtzman created the satirical Mad in 1952….
Good Taste!
From boutique breweries to chocolate confections, decadent burgers to gourmet delis, Seattle's oldest neighborhood is also its most sumptuous. Georgetown Bites: A Taste of Georgetown offers delicacies from over two dozen diverse drinking and dining establishments on Saturday, March 28 from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The food and hospitality industry played a pivotal role in Georgetown's remarkable revitalization. Georgetown Brewing (maker of the popular Manny's Pale Ale) has been joined by Ellenos Yogurt and Fran's Chocolates (favored by America's first couple Barack and Michele Obama and celebrity chef Bobby Flay.) Pioneering dining and nightlife establishments like Jules Maes Saloon, one…
What’s All The Racket?
The entryway to Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery is currently undergoing a major renovation. When this project is complete on May 30, the historic Georgetown arts community will enjoy a spacious central plaza right outside the store – complete with pedestrian plazas, public art, improved lighting and other amenities. (See artist rendering below.) In the meantime, the construction is creating a hardship for the businesses in close proximity. This weekend would be a great time to drop by and show your support. Both the bookstore and Georgetown Records will maintain normal hours throughout the construction. Vintage vinyl and comic books. What else is there?…
Spectacular Spring Cleaning Sale at Fantagraphics Bookstore
Drop by Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery this Saturday, March 14 as we clear space for new arrivals with a big sale of comix and graphic novels by some of our most popular cartoonists. Fabulous Fantagraphics titles by Gilbert and Jaime Hernandez, Johnny Ryan, Dame Darcy, Kim Deitch, Kaz, Jordan Crane, R. Crumb, Megan Kelso, Jessica Abel, Zak Sally, Dave Cooper, and many more will be offered at 50% to 75% off all day Saturday from 11:30 to 9:00 PM. This Saturday also marks the opening of part 2 of Guy Colwell's Inner City Romance exhibition with new work on display, also available at…
