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Macabras

The Art of Jayme Cortez
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Macabras by Fabio Moraes is an exploration of provocative themes within the arts and culture realm. The narrative delves into the intersection of creativity and darker aesthetics, examining how they influence and reflect societal values and human emotions. Through a series of compelling vignettes, the book challenges readers to consider the allure and impact of macabre art forms.
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This book may appeal to you if you have a deep interest in the macabre and a fascination with how dark themes are expressed in arts and culture. The author delves into eerie aesthetics and the role they play in shaping our understanding of art, offering rich insights into the darker corners of creativity.

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Welcome to the world of Jayme Cortez, the master of Brazilian horror comics. With a style that was both chilling and beautiful, Cortez created some of the most memorable covers in the genre's history. From the iconic to the grotesque, his art was a terrifying feast for the eyes. And now you, dear reader, can experience his art in all its horrifying glory.

Macabras features the covers Cortez produced for the publisher Outubro, each one more spine-tingling than the last, along with a look at some of his other work. So, whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting to explore the world of horror, prepare to be thrilled by the incredible art of Jayme Cortez.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781912740215

Publisher: Korero Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 16 November 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Korero Press

Illustration: 1 Illustrations

Contributors:

  • Introduction by Paul Gravett

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 192.0mm

Height: 270.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 140

About the Author

Fabio Moraes is an illustrator, painter, art director and comic historian. He was born in So Paulo, Brazil, in 1965 and studied drawing, painting and sculpture at the Liceu de Artes e Ofcios. He runs the official Jayme Cortez blog, has organized several Cortez exhibitions in Brazil and Europe, and has been responsible for two compilations of classic Cortez comics in Portuguese.

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