Long-time readers of the blog will likely remember my infatuation with Anders Nilsen’s astounding graphic novel Dogs & Water, a gripping but dreamlike rumination on the nature of war and loss. It’s one of my favourite graphic novels, and it really opened my eyes to Nilsen’s work… I’ve been a big fan ever since, and his most recent effort is no exception.
Nilsen has organized 46 Million, a protest/fundraiser in support of developing some sort of legitimate healthcare for the 46 million American citizens without it. Currently besieged by folks who seem to believe that democracy means enforcing your views by carrying loaded weaponry to debates, Anders has collected more than 50 items to be auctioned in support of his cause–mostly original comics art and illustration from the likes of Chris Ware, Lynda Barry, Ivan Brunetti, Lille Carre, Jeffrey Brown, Dan Clowes, Genevieve Castree, and Nilsen himself. There are some truly beautiful and rare pieces available, like the Anders painting up top, and bids are currently in a reasonable range. 100% of the proceeds are going to be donated to advocacy organizations working for public healthcare.
You can see all of the e-bay items up for option under username oxrius, or by searching “46 Million” at ebay.com. Or you can just click here.
– Chris