# Who Was Her Own Work of Art?: Frida Kahlo: A Who HQ Graphic Novel - Hardcover

by **Terry Blas** (Author), **Ashanti Fortson** (Illustrator), **Who Hq** (Author)

**Discover how Frida Kahlo became one of the most recognizable artists in the world in this powerful graphic novel written by award-winning author Terry Blas and illustrated by Ignatz Award-winning artist Ashanti Fortson.**

Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting addition to the #1 _New York Times_ best-selling Who Was? series!

Explore Mexican painter Frida Kahlo's rise to stardom as she travels from Mexico to New York City for her first-ever solo exhibition and sets the art world aflame. A story of independence, determination, and finding beauty within one's scars, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves into the incredible power of one of the greatest artists of all time--brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that jump off the page.

### Author Biography

Terry Blas (he/him) is the illustrator and writer behind the viral webcomics _You Say Latino_ and _You Say Latinx_ (Vox.com). He has written comics for Ariana Grande and the series _Steven Universe_ as well as _Rick and Morty_. His original graphic novels are _Dead Weight: Murder at Camp Bloom_ (Oni Press), _Hotel Dare_ (Kaboom!), and _Lifetime Passes_ (Abrams/Surely Books 2021). He is the writer for the Marvel superhero series Reptil, as well as _Who Was the Voice of the People?: Cesar Chavez_ (Penguin Workshop). He lives in Portland, Oregon, with his husband, Scott, and their dog, Alfie.

Ashanti Fortson (they/them) is a cartoonist, illustrator, editor, and educator with a deep interest in difficult emotions, quiet moments, and human connection. Their work explores transience and reflection through a tenderhearted lens. A love for color runs through everything they make. Ashanti's short comic _Leaf Lace_ won the 2021 Ignatz Award for Outstanding Comic, and was nominated for Outstanding Artist and Outstanding Online Comic. Ashanti lives in Baltimore with their spouse, their cat Miss Cheese, and at least three pet rats at all times.

**Number of Pages:** 64

**Dimensions:** 0.5 x 7.9 x 5.6 IN

**Illustrated:** Yes

**Publication Date:** February 20, 2024

## Details

- **Price:** 13.99 USD
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- **Type:** Books
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