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Jaime Hernandez’s latest graphic novel, Life Drawing, serves as a contemporary evolution of the lives of his iconic punk rock characters, Maggie and Hopey, originally featured in the Locas and Love and Rockets comics series. In this new installment, Hernandez introduces a fresh array of young characters that are just as engaging and humorous as his initial portrayals of queer relationships.
Now in their middle age, Maggie and Hopey find themselves in different paths—Maggie is cohabiting with Ray, an artist and educator, while Hopey is with Sadaf and has embraced motherhood with her new partner. The narrative shifts focus to Tonta, a spirited high school student who embodies the complexities of teenage life, surrounded by a diverse group of friends, including fellow comic enthusiasts, socially awkward peers, and athletic classmates. The dynamic within her household reflects the rich legacy of familial intricacies that has characterized Hernandez’s storytelling.
This graphic novel dives into Tonta’s adventures, including a pivotal scene where she, accompanied by her lively and slightly intimidating sister Vivian, prepares to attend a life drawing class. Alongside her friend Judy Fair, who takes on the role of the life model, the story explores themes of creativity, identity, and the trials of adolescence. Life Drawing is currently available from Fantagraphics, continuing Hernandez’s tradition of weaving poignant narratives that resonate with both humor and depth.
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