Catharsis: A Graphic Novel About Survival and Justice
Dive into the mind and heart of author and illustrator Ivy Rose.
Welcome to my biggest project yet!
This story is what I was put on this planet to create.
Follow Catherine Harris as she attempts to find herself in the City of Baltimore, a place that she both loves and has experienced so much trauma in. After a therapeutic dose of psilocybin, Cathy develops the power of seeing people for who they really are. As her powers grow, she is able to tap into Universal Consciousness and perform collective community healing. Her nemesis in this pursuit is The Caveman, a character critique of Batman. Forget what you know about how the universe should work: this story will empower you to create a better world.
There are several goals to be achieved in this project;
To create more space for women and nonbinary folks to break into the superhero community
To tell my story of overcoming trauma
To introduce my theory of our societal need for a fourth wave of feminism that validates the experiences of men, the last pillar of intersectionality
To show my gratitude and love for Baltimore, the greatest city in America, the city that made me who I am.
To make the world a safer place for women and nonbinary folks to exist in and to share their own stories of betrayal.
The intention is to release a three part series. Get in on the ground floor and become an investor in “Catharsis!” Visit my Patreon to find ways you can support this dream.