SELECTED WORK
Four Albums of Sacred & Secular Artwork
+ Four Zines
Sacred Art
Mental Health & Disabilities
Playful & Imaginary
Social & Political Topics
Zines
Available at:
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Minnesota Center for Book Arts
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online* and in person
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1011 Washington Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55415
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Mitch's Vintage
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zines and other art available in-person; vintage clothing available via facebook marketplace
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3999 Rice St. Shoreview, MN 55126
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Google "Mitch's Shoreview" for store hours
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* text descriptions for zines written by MCBA and appear on their website
Glorified Doodle by Joel Arvidson
$10.00
Overflowing with hand drawn visuals, combined with a selection of the artist’s writing, Glorified Doodle is one of many books in a collection of Joel Arvidson’s unique and complex work. Perfect for a fan of supporting local comic & zine artists, Arvidson’s stunning visuals will keep your eyes occupied looking at every little detail of his intricate illustrations. 14 pages, laser printed.
8.5” x 5.5”
Honey Do! by Joel Arvidson
$10.00
A second book of Arvidson’s detailed illustrative work, Honey Do! contains even more of the artist’s collection of beautiful hand drawn illustrations. Delve into his world as you wander through the lines, shapes, and figures of his books. 14 pages, laser printed.
8.5” x 5.5”
Nosdivra Zine by Joel Arvidson
$20.00
A comic zine that follows the inner journey of the artist’s experience with mental illness, the medical system, and his struggle to be understood.
”Nosdivra is my dream project. Starting over, I bought a mobile home in the suburbs. The first of 13+ zines created in 2002- 2004. The title is the name of Arvidson backwards - it is a toon telling of the life turned inside out by Mental Illness. The book is a witness to how art can save. I am a current success, a husband to my beautiful wife - father to a young daughter and the keeper of a rescued trickster named Pouncer the Cat.” -Joel Arvidson
11” x 8.5”
Elephant Clown Balloon by Joel Arvidson
$10.00
Follow the story of Catch the clown and his friend Ellen the elephant as he teaches her how to enjoy new things! Written and illustrated by the artist, this beautifully detailed story will warm the hearts of both kids and adults alike. 40 pages, laser printed.
8.5” x 5.5”
