The Art of Comics-Engaged Research with Raey Costain and Cal Smith

Join PhD students Raey Costain and Cal Smith as they present their research on how visual methods such as comic drawing have a unique capacity to explore and document human stories in the past and present. In conversation with Dr. Charlotte Schallié, they will challenge some of the traditional terminology applied to art and aesthetics. In this light, the expressive force and the lasting value of overlooked practices such as doodling and sketching will be explored with renewed intent and attention. Participants will have an opportunity to engage in a reflective “scribble comic” activity. Please have a pen and a piece of paper at hand as you join in this session. No arts experience is necessary.