Shaping History Beyond Words - A graphic Artist’s Perspective

In this inaugural conference for our second edition of the graphic novel Festival (FESTIVAL BD), (“La BD dans le Tumulte de l’Histoire: Résistances, Révolutions”), Sara Lomuscio will introduce (in english) the captivating realm of graphic storytelling and its profound impact on historical narratives. In the conference's opening, Sara Lomuscio will introduce the captivating realm of graphic storytelling and its profound impact on historical narratives. She will then share her personal journey of creating a graphic novel chronicling her great-uncle's resistance against Italy's fascist regime, detailing the meticulous research process and how to honor her ancestor's legacy.

Exploring the concrete steps of crafting a graphic novel, from concept to final touches, Sara Lomuscio will illuminate the intricate process of bringing history to life on the page, emotion, evidently, emerging as a crucial element in portraying personal histories through graphic storytelling. Sara then will then discuss the significance of sharing history through this medium, emphasizing accessibility, visual literacy, and the profound empathy it evokes. Finally, the floor will be opened to the audience, inviting a dialogue at the intersection of history and graphic narrative. 

Sara's Instagram: @saralomu