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In yesterday's discussion of Marvel's new Red Wolf comic and comics journalism, I had talked a lot about other comics by and about indigenous people but cut it from an already lengthy piece. However, in the discussion of whether Red Wolf needs to be supported just because it promotes diversity, I suggested some other options -- please list more in the comments!
Ha! I literally just put a link to an article on Moonshot down in the “Money… pt 2” discussion. Also, Jay Odjick’s “Kagagi” (http://kagagi.squarespace.com/).
oops, I meant hey Heidi, doh!
Hey Patti, these are all lovely examples, and it’s heart warming to finally see Indiginous peoples represented in media. Moonshot is a great anthology. I’d also offer up the book I illustrated by Indigenous author Dr Patti LaBoucane Benson. The Outside Circle. It’s been a Canadian bestseller in bookstores, but I feel that comic stores have overlooked it (although Variant Edition has sold it like hotcakes). It’s based on over 20 years of Patti’s research and has amazing colours by John Rauch. I am not an Indigenous Canadian, but working on the book gave me a deeper appreciation for First Nations culture and ceremony. Working with Patti has also opened my eyes to the realities of intergenerational trauma and how our justice system needs to evolve.
As for whether or not the upcoming Red Wolf book promotes diversity, given that current info paints the newest incarnation is a time-displaced, alt-universe Wild West character belonging to no extant tribe, my personal feeling is that folks would be promoting diversity in comics just as much by buying Veregge’s IDW work. This sounds just another superhero book so far, albeit with some contentious trappings.
@Kelly — Thanks for the rec! Wishlisted!
Thunderbird was pretty one dimensional until Claremont gave him more page time and a backstory that included a stint in Vietnam in Classic X-men. Not really the character’s fault given that he only appeared in three issues before dying.
Dani Moonstar was the best Indian character in comics. Might still be.
Rabbit and Bear Paws is very much influenced by Asterix. I haven’t read the latest volumes but I’d put it more as an all ages comic vs a kids comic.
Wow, Chi-meegwetch (many thanks) to Heidi for the plug, much appreciated!
Yeah, with the guidance of our Elders and wisdom keepers we use traditional images of Native Americans are known to look like historically, as our work is set in the 1750’s. Our Elders are our Editors! Most characters in our work are Anishinaabe as this is the nation I belong to. :)
You can read more about what are series is about here http://rabbitandbearpaws.com/about-us/
The main message behind all our work is to use humour as a way to show the importance on Traditional knowledge.
Yes, Asterix is one of our influences as are many others about the idea of little guy/big guy comedy team ups.
Jamie, You are correct as our graphic novels are designed for the – all ages – while we do picture books called Rabbit and Bear Paws: Sacred Seven and a first readers series called Rabbit and Bear Paws: Thank you, for the younger audience. :)
I am going to have to get my hands on to a copy of Dr Patti LaBoucane Benson book, The Outside Circle. My Mishomis (Grandfather) Art Solomon spent years working with the correctional system helping First Nation people in prisons. Very very cool to see people bringing awareness to such topics!!