ALISON: the making of an artist in splendid graphic novel form
Alison is a graphic novel that tells and illustrates the life and development of Alison Porter, from bored housewife to conflicted model to respected artist.
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Alison is a graphic novel that tells and illustrates the life and development of Alison Porter, from bored housewife to conflicted model to respected artist.
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