James Spooner and Nate Powell: Illustrated Influence – 50 Years of Punk Rock & Comic Books

09/11/2026 | 7:00pm – 11:00pm | Lost Origins Gallery

SPX Special Guest James Spooner and long-time SPX Creator/Exhibitor Nate Powell open up this new art exhibit at the Lost Origins Gallery.

Exhibit Description

Illustrated Influence celebrates five decades of punk, comics, illustration, and artists who have helped shaped the visual language of underground culture.

Bringing together 22 influential artists this exhibition represents a diverse snapshot of a much larger, living history, highlighting scenes that are vast, interconnected, and still actively evolving. Illustrated Influence explores the intersection of music, comics, activism, identity, and independent publishing. From punk flyers and album art to graphic novels, zines, and contemporary comics, these artists have challenged conventions and inspired generations of creators.

Debuting at Lost Origins Gallery, Illustrated Influence is a celebration of the artists who didn’t simply document alternative culture—they helped define how it looks.