Brotherman: Revelation exhibition

This is right by campus!

Brotherman Revelation

"Unleashing the Black Imagination” 

Fine Art Exhibition by Dawud Anyabwile 

August 24. to September 24.

 

The Auburn Avenue Research Library, in collaboration with Big City Entertainment, will host Brotherman: Revelation “Unleashing the Black Imagination” by renowned artist Dawud Anyabwile, the creator and illustrator of the Brotherman graphic novel series. This immersive exhibition is the multidimensional manifestation of the alternative black mythology and cultural symbolism that anchors the Big City comic universe. This exhibition also celebrates the release of the long awaited graphic novel, Brotherman Revelation, a story that reaches back through the generations to set the foundation for the future.

For information call 404.613.4001

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