This wonderful urban art project unites the best of Belgium’s iconic comic artists. In this post, I will take you on a special scavenger hunt along the fantastic streets through the exciting capital of Belgium. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes as many of Brussels’ picturesque streets and alleyways are made of cobblestones. But most importantly, keep your eyes peeled so you do not miss any of the works of art with which Brussels pays homage to its countless comic artists.
1. Le Jeune Albert, Young Albert
Yves Chaland was barely 33 when he died in a traffic accident. Today, while cartoonists refer to him as their great role model, comic book collectors fight over the body of work that he left behind.
The Character
Le Jeune Albert, hence, Young Albert, is a mischievous and somewhat cynical boy with a rebellious attitude and a tendency to cause trouble, often getting into humorous or absurd situations. The stories often criticize bourgeois society and explore themes of childhood innocence lost in the complexities of urban life.
2. Odilon Verjus
Yann le Pennetier aka Yann is a French comic book author. After studying architecture and communication, he began to devote himself to comics.
The Character
Father Odilon is a missionary of Notre-Dame du Sacré-Coeur. He is accompanied by the slight Laurent de Boismenu in Papua New Guinea between the two world wars. A spiritual search in the truest sense of the word
3. Boule and Bill
After graduating from school, Jean Roba began training as an advertising graphic artist. He was a comic artist until his death in 2006.
The Character
Boule is a seven-year-old boy. Boule’s parents and friends often take part in the cute stories. Apart from his dog Bill, the family has also the pet turtle Caroline. All stories take place in the context of an ordinary family in a average town.
4. Blake and Mortimer
Edgar P. Jacobs was a commercial artist, portrait painter, and opera baritone before entering the comics business as a colourist.
The Characters
Captain Francis Blake, a British MI5 officer, and Professor Philip Mortimer, a brilliant scientist experience adventures of espionage, science fiction, and historical mysteries. The stories are known for detailed artwork and complex plots.
5. Broussaille
Frank Pé studied at the Saint-Luc Institute in Brussels. From 1973 he contributed to Spirou magazine and in 1978, his character Broussaille made his debut.
The Character
Jonas Valentin aka Broussaille is a student from Brussels. He makes fantastic discoveries in his everyday life and on his travels. He meets legendary animals, strange phenomena, and lovingly eccentric fellow human beings.
6. Le Passage
The Belgian comic artist and scenarist François Schuiten, who was awarded the Angoulème Grand Comic Art Prize, has a great passion for architecture, hence, a city is the main character of his work.
The Character
In the comic book Brüsel, real estate sharks in the city of the same name want to replace working-class neighbourhoods with large-scale projects.
7. Olivier Rameau
Daniel Henrotin aka Dany and Michel Regnier aka Greg, who sadly died in 1999, created Olivier Rameau in 1968. The series is celebrated for its playfully surreal nature, offering an escape into a fantasy land.
The Character
Olivier Rameau and his colleague Monsieur Pertinent venture on a crazy tram into a forest and discover the magical world of Rêverose where Olivier falls in love with Colombe Tiredaile.
8. Monsieur Jean
The French author and illustrator team Philippe Dupuy and Charles Berbérian have been telling the story of the charming Monsieur Jean and his slightly chaotic environment for more than a decade.
The Character
Monsieur Jean is a young novelist living in Paris, navigating the complexities of modern urban life. The series delves into his relationships, friendships, and everyday struggles, capturing the essence of contemporary life with a blend of humor, melancholy, and realism.
9 Victor Sackville
Francis Carin specializes in historical comics. The stories take place in his home region of Wallonia in the early 20th century. For example, his spy comic Victor Sackville, on which he worked from 1983 to 2010 with the authors Gabrielle Borile and François Rivière.
The Character
In the service of the King of England, Victor Sackville travels the world as a spy during the First World War to thwart the enemy’s plans.
10. Tintin et Milou
Georges Prosper Remi aka Hergé, who sadly died in 1983, was one of the most famous cartoonists. Hergé’s works have been widely acclaimed for their clear draughtsmanship and well-researched plots.
The Character
Tintin, a young reporter and his dog Milou always get into new adventures around the world. First published in 1929, the series has been translated in over 120 languages!
Thank you for bringing this story to my notice.I salute all those artist who painted the walls with comic characters and stories, what a brilliant idea. These are real beauty , art and talent.
You are doing a great job 
