The 9th Art is the link between traditional literary narratives to a visual language of myth as seen in comic strips. Once considered the lowest form of literature, denounced by parents, teachers and clergy for their corrupting on the minds and moral of youth, comics now command the attention of cultural critics and scholars of Art history. Comics and cartoons are an indelible fact of American Life and consequently of American Art, and are central to the postmodern sensibility.

Perry Milou created the “Pucker Up Project”, as an interactive art experience to have fun with while raising money for a cause. The “Pucker Up Project”, calls for those interested in making two contributions – one with their lips and one with their checkbook. The Launch of the project provided guests to have the opportunity to put their lip pucker on one of three paintings for $100, with all proceeds from the project benefiting the UM Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Guests became emotional as Perry Milou, the artist, narrated his own fight with a tumor, and his emotional connection with the “Pucker Up Project.”

Exclusively designed Pucker Lollipops were passed along by the elegant Pucker models as Pucker Up Martinis were being served. Specially designed Hors D’oeuvres were the final element to compliment a fabulous night of Art and Cause.