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GoComics editorial cartoonist Jeff Danziger has posted a nice little video on YouTube in which he talks about what goes into the creation of a political cartoon, what he gets out of it, and why he thinks cartoonists do what they do. Click the play button on the screenshot below to start the video:
Hot on the heels of Major League Baseball's Mitchell Report bombshell, sports journalist Tank McNamara reports on a hearing currently rocking the North Pole. Right-click on the image below to play the short:
Doonesbury creator Garry Trudeau makes a rare public appearance October 22 on behalf of The Center for Cartoon Studies in White River Junction Vermont. Trudeau's 8pm lecture is sold out, but two tickets have been donated by a sponsor for an auction that is currently running on eBay. There is also an auction for a framed original Doonesbury comic on eBay, which you can view here (proceeds to benefit CCS). Happy bidding!
Hector Cantu, co-creator of the Latino-themed syndicated comic strip Baldo, made an appearance on NPR's "Talk of the Nation" on September 24th to talk about the contributions of Latinos in World War II and their omission from Ken Burns' new documentary "The War." Cantu discusses the proactive approach he took by creating "Benny," a new Baldo supporting character whose story is based on true stories of Hispanic World War II veterans. Benny was introduced in the September 17th strip.
You can listen to the NPR interview by clicking the "Listen" link at the top of this page.
Diane Glass, co-creator of the uExpress.com column Woman to Woman, succumbed to cancer this morning at age 42.
Glass was diagnosed on July 6 with bile duct cancer, a rare form of cancer usually found in men in their 70s. Despite her deteriorating condition, Diane remained committed to the column she created, and with the aid of her sister, Janet Glass Dekle, was able to complete a farewell column just days before her passing. Read the full story on Editor and Publisher.
Our condolences go out to Diane's family, friends and fans.
We are just days away from this year's International Comic-Con conference in San Diego, the widely popular comic book convention. With approximately 125,000 fans expected to walk thru the doors of the San Diego Convention Center, this conference features some of the biggest names in comics and pop culture (see list). Our bags are packed and we can't wait to be a part of this great event.
On Thursday, July 26th, GoComics will be presenting a panel of creative professionals to discuss how mobile comics and animation fit into the multiple-media delivery of popular entertainment (click here for details). Come and meet some of the producers and creators who are making this happen. Participants include Jeff Webber, uclick/GoComics content director; Jeremy Ross, TOKYOPOP director, new content development; Richard Starkings, Active Images editor/designer, creator of Elephantmen; and Steven Calcote, Menfond Electronic Art producer/animator. Room 2 / Categories: Comic Books | Webcomics
We will also be giving demonstrations and presentations all weekend at the TOKYOPOP booth. Look for photos and posts from the conference floor--See you there!
You've seen his cartoons, but for those who never had the honor of meeting editorial cartoonist and Kudzu creator Doug Marlette, who was killed in an auto accident last week, here's a nice article on CNN.com in which several friends of the Pulitzer Prize winner reminisce about the personality, ideals and talents that made him such a unique individual. From the article:
"In Marlette's world, victory was measured not by the points you scored but by the points you made; not by banners raised or books published but by the character revealed during the inevitable struggles along the way."
Doug Marlette was a witty, charming and enormously gifted satirist who will be missed by legions of family, friends and fans.
The tribute below comes courtesy of Dwayne Powell:
Tragedy struck the comics industry Tuesday morning when Doug Marlette, Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist and creator of the religiously-themed strip Kudzu, was killed in an auto accident in Mississippi. Marlette was the passenger in a vehicle that struck a tree after the driver lost control in heavy rain. Read the full story at WashingtonPost.com or the News & Observer.
Close to Home creator John McPherson will be a featured speaker at the Humor Project's 51st International Humor Program on The Positive Power of Humor and Creativity on June 22–24 in Silver Bay, New York. For details and registration information, check out the official news release from Universal Press Syndicate or click on the Humor Project's ad below.
Late registration is available until April 17.
In case you missed it, here is another chance to read the excellent Washington Post Magazine feature from October 2006 on Doonesbury creator Garry Trudeau. The article gives readers a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the groundbreaking B.D. story from last year, in which the longtime character was wounded while serving in Iraq. Great article about a storyline that is obviously close to Trudeau's heart.
Having a hard time keeping up with all of the political and social commentary these days?
The editorial cartoon is one of the oldest methods of graphical satire there is. We're happy to report that the craft is well and alive today. Our new "Editor's Pick" editorial page is a one way to get a quick snapshot of current topics and "hot button" issues in the world.
We can't promise that you will agree with every editorial chosen as a "pick" and that's okay. We live in a democratic society and a little free speech/expression is what makes it unique.
The editorial cartoons on the page are selected by our editors and listed by topics. The page updates Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
Derek
This is off-topic, but I need to give a short Public Service Announcement for the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center.
I'm still not sure how she got a hold of it, but my dog ate a package of mouse poison this weekend. I was walking out the back door when I found the shredded package and what was left of the little green pellets by her food bowl.
After making sure that our son hadn't been anywhere near the stuff it was time to take care of the dog. This was Saturday night around 7 p.m., so who do you call? We put a call into the 24-hour animal clinic. (We're still waiting on them to call back.) I jumped online and looked up the poison, but didn't find any information on treatment. My wife called our neighbor and she brought us the Animal Poison Control hot line number.
Long story short, the ASPCA staff was great. They talked me through what to do for the dog (induce vomiting) and follow-on treatment. The dog seems to be in good shape and the doctor from the ASPCA doesn't think she'll have any lasting issues with the poison.
If you have a pet, write down this number, print this page or go check out the ASPCA web site, but make sure you keep this number handy around your house.
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center - (888) 426-4435
I never thought I'd need it and when I did, I didn't have it.
This also made me realize that we didn't have this type of information around the house for my son.
American Association of Poison Control Centers - (800) 222-1222
If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call 911.
Derek
