MARVELLOUS

Comic book fun for little heroes

Superman, Wonder Woman and Captain America were joined by fellow heroes as hundreds of youngsters enjoyed a comic book exhibition during halfterm.

A week-long show at The Beaney saw more than 1,600 people enjoy the colourful mix of magazines on display. Comic fans of all ages enjoyed the exhibition, with visitors seeing a range of artwork spanning across a number of decades.

As well as well-known international superheroes, work showcasing illustrations of iconic British characters including Dennis the Menace and Desperate Dan were also displayed

Props, a word generator, character creator and other interactive activities were on offer throughout the week at the exhibition. Chairman of the council’s community committee, Cllr Neil Baker, hailed the event a resounding success

He said: “It was fantastic to see so many people enjoying the wonderful world of comics at our recent exhibition. “With more than 1,600 people visiting, it’s another great example of what The Beaney has to offer, and we’d encourage everyone to keep an eye out for some of their upcoming exhibitions which are set to be just as exciting.” The exhibition - Comics: Explore and Create Comic Art - was organised by the city council and run by Seven Stories, The National Centre for Children’s Books.

To find out more about upcoming events at the city centre museum, visit canterburymuseums.co.uk/beaney.

Charlotte Atkinson, 10, trying her hand at one of the many activities on offer at the city’s half-term comic show

Pictures: Paul Amos Disguised six-year-old superhero Alex Harris saving the day at the Beaney’s comic exhibition on Sunday

DC Comics fan Harry Childs, 6, got his hands on a superhero colouring book

It wasn’t just superhero comics on display

A varied comic stand on show at the exhibition

Adults also joined in the fun