John Lowe

John Lowe is a Teaching Professor of Sequential Art at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), holding this position since 2012. Previously, he served as Dean of the School of Communication Arts (2008–2012), Chair of the Sequential Art Department (2003–2008), and Professor of Sequential Art (2002). His career spans academic leadership and professional inking for major comic publishers like DC Comics, Marvel Comics, and Archie Comics.

Education:

• M.F.A., Sequential Art, Savannah College of Art and Design
• B.F.A., Drawing/Studio Art, University of Knoxville

His research interests focus on advancing sequential art education and visual storytelling techniques. He has curated exhibitions such as Contemporary Cartoonists (2006) and Panel Progressions: 100 Years of Sequential Art (2005). His publications include textbooks like Foundations in Comic Book Art (2014) and articles in Varoom Magazine.

Awards:

• Presidential Fellowship (SCAD, 2006)
• Outstanding Graduate Student (SCAD, 2002)
• Board of Trustees Fellowship (SCAD, 2000)

He has advised numerous students through his editorial roles in anthologies and has engaged in civic initiatives linking art education to community projects.