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vfab is back!

Posted on June 10, 2018 by admin

After taking an extended hiatus from writing, I am back at the blog. I’ve actually been thinking about this for the past couple of months or so, but truthfully, I was unsure of the direction to take, but kind of like being in a fog that … Continue reading →

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Comics, comix, graphic novels or graphic literature?

Posted on August 13, 2017 by admin

When I started my dissertation research, I was surprised by the many names used to describe sequential pictorial stories- comics, comix, and graphic novels. Each name is good, and very specific sub-genre, but none really captured the essence of the … Continue reading →

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Comix in the classroom are cool!

Posted on July 9, 2017 by admin

Simply put, comics in the classroom are cool! Everybody knows that they are fun and engaging, But they are so much more, and provide a plethora of benefits for students, especially in high schools and colleges.  For starters, it is easy to … Continue reading →

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What can the world teach California about arts engagement?

Posted on June 25, 2017 by admin

Reporting from another excellent event sponsored by Zocolo. Some notes and thoughts from the conference. What is a community of shared experiences. A memorable experience is created by surprise. Visitors come to an institution or arts event with an idea … Continue reading →

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