Explore the captivating fusion of art, film, and literature at the Huntsville Museum of Art with “Miles Hyman: Cinematic Visions” this fall.
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The Huntsville Museum of Art will bring the work of acclaimed artist and graphic novelist Miles Hyman to Huntsville this fall with a new exhibition exploring the connection between art, film and literature.
“Miles Hyman: Cinematic Visions” will run from Sept. 18, 2026, through Feb. 28, 2027, at the Huntsville Museum of Art.
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The exhibition features a selection of Hyman’s paintings and drawings. His work often blends the visual styles of cinema, literature and fine art, with scenes that use light, shadow and everyday settings to create a sense of mystery.
“I hosted an exhibition of Miles’ artwork in Vermont in 2006, and I am pleased to introduce his remarkable artistic talent to the Huntsville audience,” said Christopher Madkour, executive director of the Huntsville Museum of Art. “Cinematic Visions offers our visitors an opportunity to experience the unique way Miles Hyman transforms ordinary moments into compelling visual narratives. His work draws us in with mystery and atmosphere, but it is what we imagine beyond the frame that makes these works so engaging.”
Hyman is also known for bringing literary stories to life through his artwork. Among his projects is the authorized full-color graphic novel adaptation of “The Lottery,” the famous 1948 short story written by his grandmother, author Shirley Jackson.
Published in 2016, the graphic novel adaptation uses Hyman’s distinctive style to interpret Jackson’s story.
Rather than simply illustrating existing stories, Hyman’s artwork often leaves room for viewers to create their own interpretations. His scenes may capture a moment just before something happens or immediately afterward, creating a feeling of anticipation.
“Each painting can feel like a still from a film or a page from a novel,” said Natalie Mault Mead, chief curator of the Huntsville Museum of Art. “Hyman gives us just enough information to enter the scene, then leaves space for our imagination to take over. That sense of mystery is central to the experience of the exhibition.”
Opening event
Hyman will appear at an opening lecture and reception from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17.
He will discuss his work and the ideas behind “Cinematic Visions,” followed by a book signing and reception.
Admission is free for museum members and $25 for nonmembers.
Tickets went on sale Aug. 24 through the Huntsville Museum of Art website.