Artist David Mach has “gone commando” in Fife courtesy of an exhibition of new work inspired by the comics of his youth.
Commando books, published by DC Thomson, supply the ammunition as the exhibition celebrates David’s childhood comic book heroes.
The arsenal of explosive artwork going on show in Lochgelly includes prints, collages and paintings.
Mr Mach, 57, said: “Commando books, they were a big part of my cultural youth, along with a huge bunch of other comics, books and cartoons produced by DC Thomson.
“I think I was really affected by the drawing. The quality of the drawing in all of these comics and publications was really high.
“DC Thomson’s artists were of an exceptionally high calibre. That company went to a lot of bother to produce their comics… they were inspirational and are still inspirational now.”
Exhibition organiser Gillian Parsons is delighted that Mr Mach, originally from Leven, has returned to his Fife roots for this particular exhibition.
He joined the Royal Academy of Arts in London as professor of sculpture in 2000. She said Mr Mach considered the Lochgelly Centre the perfect venue to launch this new body of work.
“The artwork will have great appeal to our gallery visitors,” she said.
“DC Thomson comic books were a big part of young people’s lives, particularly during the ’60s and ’70s before television culture set in. The images will evoke many memories and will be a fantastic catalyst for conversation.”
Mach Goes Commando runs until Thursday October 10 at Fifespace, Lochgelly Centre.