Days of Sand

In Days of Sand (2022–present, SelfMadeHero), Aimée de Jongh—who both writes and illustrates—teams with Christopher Bradley to craft a stark, human drama set during the Dust Bowl of the 1930s. The series follows a young photographer dispatched by a government agency to document the ecological and human devastation of the American plains, capturing the resilience and despair of those caught in the storm. With its single issue so far, this work stands out for its evocative, cinematic art and its unflinching look at a forgotten chapter of American history. It’s a quietly powerful debut from a creator known for blending intimate storytelling with sweeping historical scope.