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Comic Art Indigene

Martha Arquero (Cochiti Pueblo)
Pueblo Spider-Man
2006
Anonymous Loan
Photograph by Addison Doty

Comic Art Indigène Exhibition Opening
Sunday, May 11, 2008

Join us on May 11 for the opening of Comic Art Indigène, an examination of how American Indian artists articulate identity, reclaim stereotypes, worldview, politics, and culture through the kinetic expression of sequential art.

Opening activities include:

  • 1:00
    IAIA Confederacy — performance and blessing in the Roland Sculpture Garden
  • 1:15
    What is Comic Art? slide show and artist roundtable discussion in the O’Keeffe Theater
  • 2:00
    Music by Calico Band, Museum Entrance; Tour of Sculpture Garden with the Artists
  • 2:15
    Tour of Comic Art Indigène with the Curator
  • 3:00
    Music by Calico Band, Museum Entrance; Tour of Sculpture Garden with the Artists
  • 3:15
    Tour of Comic Art Indigène with the Curator
  • 2:00 to 4:00
    Hands-on activities in the MIAC Classroom
    • Make your own comic book story and ledger art
    • Make your own superhero emblem and mask
  • 3:30
    Juried Costume Contest winners will be announced in both youth and adult categories
  • 2:00 to 4:00
    Refreshments will be graciously served by the Women’s Board of the Museum of New Mexico

Free with museum admission. New Mexico residents with id are always free on Sundays.