Exclusive Excerpt: Queen of Cosmos Comix Trilogy by Barbara “Willy” Mendes
SOLRAD presents an exclusive look at Barbara “Willy” Mendes’s Queen of Cosmos Comix Trilogy, featuring a previously unpublished third volume. The work explores themes of Jewish mysticism, motherhood, and feminine cosmic consciousness through a psychedelic lens.
The trilogy follows women creators on a journey through Biblical history and into an interstellar future. Mendes, a renowned muralist and underground cartoonist, weaves personal experiences into her vibrant, detailed narrative paintings. This feature includes an interview with the artist alongside the debut of the trilogy's final chapter. Her work continues to gain international recognition, including recent displays at the Palazzo Merulana Museum.
