Valentina

Guido Crepax’s Valentina began in 1971 as a stylish, surrealist Italian comic series. Published by Lukianos, it follows the iconic and enigmatic photographer Valentina through dreamlike, erotic, and psychologically complex narratives. Crepax’s signature black-and-white art, with its fluid, expressive lines and innovative panel layouts, defined the series from its very first issue. A landmark of European adult comics, Valentina remains a touchstone for its sophisticated blend of pop art, psychoanalysis, and graphic storytelling.