Graphic arts professor publishes work inspired by circus posters of the 1920s
From Staff Reports |
The Carnivale Interviews: Testimonies of the Supernatural
Carlos Hooper (Associate Professor and Director of Graphic Arts)
jchooper (2024)
Hooper’s work is a collection of true testimonies of the supernatural, narrated by fictitious circus performers who overcome challenges through faith and hope. This book was sparked through a series of artistic posters Hooper created some years ago, each poster depicting an individual circus attraction.
In the book, the creative and art direction for each poster depicts styles used during the 1920s. Each fictional character is associated with a true testimony of faith which shaped them as a person. These characters and their stories are presented as a collection of narratives.
“As a graphic designer, I have worked in various roles and industries for over 30 years, and recently shifted to teaching full time, where I have been given the opportunity to educate, encourage and inspire the next generation of artists,” said Hooper. “As a Christian, I incorporate faith into art during the creative process.”