Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Rodriguez on NHPR's 'Word of Mouth'
Tuesday, November 25, 2014
Flugennock's Latest'n'Greatest: "The Only Good Protester..." [editorial cartoon]
http://sinkers.org/stage/?p=1605
So, the Ferguson grand jury let that murdering pig walk. Disgusting, but not surprising.
Now the people's rage is spilling into the streets, and the corporate media -- and their Liberal flunkies -- are trying to divide the people's movements against each other with that tired old bullshit about "good protesters" and "bad protesters" -- with "bad protesters", in this case, being anyone who actually does something to disrupt the status quo to bring about real change instead of just standing around with a sign singing "We Shall Overcome".
Mike Flugennock, flugennock at sinkers dot org
Mike's Political Cartoons: dubya dubya dubya dot sinkers dot org
Monday, November 24, 2014
The Art of Richard Thompson press release
Explore the creative and compelling work of beloved artist and Cul de Sac creator Richard Thompson in the collectible The Art of Richard Thompson
(Andrews McMeel Publishing, $35.00, November 25, 2014). Divided into six sections, each beginning with an introductory conversation with Thompson and
world-renowned cartoonists including Bill Watterson, Gene Weingarten, and Nick Galifianakis, the book showcases Thompson's exquisite illustrations, caricatures,
watercolor designs, and more, providing an intimate portrait of the depth of talent of this esteemed artist. The diversity of the work showcased in The Art
of Richard Thompson will delight established Cul de Sac fans and cast a wider net far beyond, with readers captivated by the sheer beauty of Thompson's work.
Renowned among cartoonists as an "artist's" cartoonist, Thompson is noted not only for his humor and intelligence, but also for his fun, imaginative artwork.
Thompson's illustrations, along with his pitch-perfect timing and gentle humor, have helped to establish many of Thompson's works as instant classics that
continue to inspire as well as entertain. Produced on fine artpaper to showcase Thompson's unique art, The Art of Richard Thompson will be a welcome addition to libraries and collections everywhere.
About Richard Thompson
Richard Thompson is the creator of Cul de Sac and winner of the 2011 Reuben Award for Outstanding Cartoonist of the Year. His illustrations have appeared
in numerous publications, including U.S. News & World Report, National Geographic, and The New Yorker. In September 2012, Cul de Sac was one of the
most popular and respected comic strips in newspapers when Thompson retired, due to his battle with Parkinson's disease. Since Thompson's announcement of his diagnosis, his friends have successfully rallied other cartoonists and illustrators to contribute to the Team Cul de Sac project to benefit the Michael J. Fox Foundation.
The Art of Richard Thompson by David Apatoff, Nick Galifianakis, Mike Rhode, Chris Sparks and Bill Watterson
Andrews McMeel Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 978-1-4494-4795-3
Price: $35.00 U.S. ($40.00 Canada) • Hardcover: 9 x 11 ⅛, 224 pages
Comic Riffs talks to New Yorker's McCall about his Redskin cover
BENEATH THE COVERS: The real story behind The New Yorker's Thanksgiving/Redskins cover ['So arrogant and clueless' a mascot 'that it lends itself to some kind of exposure']
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog November 24 2014
Another Frozen story, this one starting at George Mason University
How Disney Turned 'Frozen' Into a Cash Cow
By BINYAMIN APPELBAUM
New York Times Magazine
A version of this article appears in print on November 23, 2014, on page MM18 of the Sunday Magazine with the headline: Cold, Hard Cash.
http://www.nytimes.com/2014/11/23/magazine/how-disney-turned-frozen-into-a-cash-cow.html
Comics Riffs on Mutts and 2014's superhero stories
MUTTS ADO ABOUT 'NOTHING': Patrick McDonnell gives the gift of warmth in wonderful 'Mutts' musical's Kennedy Center world premiere
By Michael CavnaWashington Post Comic Riffs blog November 22 2014
http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/comic-riffs/wp/2014/11/22/mutts-ado-about-nothing-patrick-mcdonnell-gives-the-gift-of-warmth-in-wonderful-mutts-musicals-kennedy-center-world-premiere/
BEST OF 2014: Comic Riffs' Top 10 graphic novels and superhero comics
By Michael Cavna and David BetancourtWashington Post Comic Riffs blog November 22 2014
http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/comic-riffs/wp/2014/11/22/best-of-2014-comic-riffs-top-10-graphic-novels-and-superhero-comics/
The Post on Frozen spinoffs - 3 stories in 3 days
Disney's global success with 'Frozen' took lots of translation, investment
By Cecilia KangWashington Post November 20 2014
http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/business/wp/2014/11/20/disneys-global-success-with-frozen-took-lots-of-translation-investment/
'Frozen' might be everything that's wrong with the U.S. economy
By Jim Tankersley Washington Post November 21 2014http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/storyline/wp/2014/11/21/frozen-might-be-everything-thats-wrong-with-the-u-s-economy/
Hour of Code to feature 'Frozen' characters
By Lyndsey LaytonWashington Post November 19 (in print November 24)
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/local/wp/2014/11/19/hour-of-code-to-feature-frozen-characters/
The Art of Richard Thompson table of contents
8 Richard Thompson: A Brief Biography (With a Few Observations Mixed In) by David Apatoff
19 "Can he draw something during the operation?" by Richard Thompson
20 "Alice was looking underinflated ... " Parkinson's disease discussion with Nick Galifianakis
22 Illustration Interview by Peter de Seve
68 Bono Mitchell recalls Richard's early illustrations
74 My New Favorite Nib by Richard Thompson
82 Richard's Poor Almanac Interview by Gene Weingarten
89 Below the Beltway by Richard Thompson
99 "Slinky McBits" and one of my favorite Almanacs by Richard Thompson
134 Caricature Interview by John Kascht
153 Hopeful Monsters, or, Caricaturing Berlioz by Richard Thompson
164 Music, a dilettante's love story by Richard Thompson
182 Cul de Sac Interview by Bill Watterson
191 Historic Otterloop Artifact by Richard Thompson
193 Early Cul de Sac
197 The primeval Cul de Sac by Richard Thompson
215 A master of the art form ... by Lee Salem
222 Contributor Biographies
The Daily Cartoonist reviews The Art of Richard Thompson
My review: The Art of Richard Thompson
November 24, 2014
http://dailycartoonist.com/index.php/2014/11/24/my-review-the-art-of-richard-thompson
David Apatoff on the Art of Richard Thompson, day 1
Sunday, November 23, 2014
Fairfax-based podcast talks war and comics with author Cord Scott
Military Monday with John D. Gresham and Author Cord Scott – Comics and Conflict
Writestream Radio Network
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/writestream/2014/09/15/military-monday-with-john-d-gresham-and-author-cord-scott-comics-and-conflictTo learn more about the role of comic books, cartoons, and other visual storytelling media in wartime, join military historian, author and journalist John D. Gresham (@greshamj01) for Military Monday (#MilitaryMonday on @Writestream) at 1 p.m. Eastern.'s guest this week is U.S. Naval Institute Press (@USNIBooks) the author Cord Scott, who has written COMICS AND CONFLICT, a history of comics and their use as wartime propaganda tools. And together they will explain the role of illustrated storytelling in politics and propaganda through the ages. Prepare for a entertaining and informative hour, talking about the nature of media messaging and power of visual storytelling.
The Gift of Nothing at The Kennedy Center (reviewed by Steve Loya)
Friday, November 21, 2014
Creator Signing - Nightmare the Rat - Rafer Roberts Saturday, Nov. 22nd
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NY Times on National Gallery of Art's new Zap comix
By CAROL VOGEL
A version of this article appears in print on November 21, 2014, on page C24 of the New York edition with the headline: Perils, Platforms and a Prize
http://www.nytimes.com/2014/11/21/arts/design/perils-platforms-and-a-prize.html
The Post on DreamWorks Animation's non-sale
DreamWorks merger talks fail, raising new questions about the company's future
By Cecilia KangWashington Post November 21 2014
http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/business/wp/2014/11/20/dreamworks-merger-talks-fail-raising-new-questions-about-the-companys-future/
The Post's Cavna's 10 ten of the year (with a month and a half left to go)
The top 10 graphic novels of 2014
Washington Post November 20 2014http://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/books/the-top-10-graphic-novels-of-2014/2014/11/20/6ee20fec-3dc6-11e4-b03f-de718edeb92f_story.html
Underground comics donated to National Gallery of Art
National Gallery of Art acquires comics, 17th-century etchings and Diebenkorn prints
Washington Post November 20 2014
http://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/museums/national-gallery-of-art-acquires-comics-17th-century-etchings-and-diebenkorn-prints/2014/11/20/3b9ca4b4-6f6a-11e4-ad12-3734c461eab6_story.html
Nov 23: Dean Haspiel in DC
NCTE: "Using Comics to Teach Visual Literacy & Storytelling" ~ Nov. 23, 2014
National Council of Teachers of English Annual ConventionGaylord National Resort & Convention Center
201 Waterfront Street
National Harbor, MD
Sunday, Nov 23, 2014 at 1:30PM-2:45PM, Session N
TOON panel presentation "Using Comics to Teach Visual Literacy & Storytelling"
Join a second-grade teacher, a literacy expert, an author, and a journalist to hear how comic
books are increasingly taking on deep subjects and being used to teach the Common Core
State Standards with an emphasis on both visual literacy and storytelling.
Featuring TOON author Dean Haspiel, journalist Michael Cavna, and Washington DC-area teacher Sallie Routh.
NCTE Program: http://www.ncte.org/library/NCTEFiles/PD/Annual/2014/Program/Sessions-Exhibitors-Authors.pdf
Toon Books: http://www.toon-books.com/
Mike Jenkin's lunchbag art
The Post mentions the Mutts play
Children's theater roundup: Magic, music and make-believe come to D.C. [in print as Make a theater list, kids]
Washington Post November 21 2014
http://www.washingtonpost.com/goingoutguide/theater-dance/childrens-theater-roundup-magic-music-and-make-believe-come-to-dc/2014/11/20/825e814e-6b6c-11e4-a31c-77759fc1eacc_story.html
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Cavna of the Post changes job description
For much of my career, I've been an arts, entertainment and features editor (often between holding down a visual-art career). Come the new year, though, I can look forward to being the FULL-time "Comic Riffs" columnist. My sincere thanks to everyone at The Post, and in the comics community, who has been so supportive of the Riffs journey so far.
PR: AMERICAN COMIC BOOKS, LITERARY THEORY, AND RELIGION: THE SUPERHERO AFTERLIFE
A David Lewis, Ph.D.
Faculty Associate
MCPHS Online
MCPHS University
Dec 6: Art of Richard Thompson booksigning
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Richard will attend but will not sign books at the event. If you'd like a copy of The Art of Richard Thompson and/or The Complete Cul de Sac signed by Richard, please order here.
THERE'LL BE A PANEL DISCUSSION, CELEBRITY APPEARANCES, SIGNED BOOKS, A WORLD PREMIERE OF A MAJOR VIDEO, CLOWNISH ANTICS AND FACE PAINTING!
The Express on the new Mutts play
'The Gift of Nothing' — a family-friendly collaboration between 'Mutts' creator Patrick McDonnell and director Aaron Posner — makes its world premiere at the Kennedy Center [in print as This F-word is 'feline']
Express November 20 2014, p. 29
http://www.washingtonpost.com/express/wp/2014/11/20/the-gift-of-nothing-a-family-friendly-collaboration-between-mutts-creator-patrick-mcdonnell-and-director-aaron-posner-makes-its-world-premiere-at-the-kennedy-center/
![](http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-apps/imrs.php?src=http://img.washingtonpost.com/express/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/nothing.jpg&w=1484)
(Patrick McDonnell Illustrations)
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
The Post reviews local Little Mermaid play
Disney musical 'Little Mermaid' bobs along at Olney
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The sea creatures join Ariel (Lara Zinn) for the "Under the Sea" number in Disney's "The Little Mermaid" at Olney Theatre Center. (Stan Barouh)
![Nelson Pressley](http://img.washingtonpost.com/wp-apps/imrs.php?src=http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/style/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2014/02/Pressley_Nelson.jpg&h=80&w=80)
Washington Post November 19 2014
http://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/theater_dance/disney-musical-little-mermaid-bobs-along-at-olney/2014/11/17/0d9ecc7a-6e86-11e4-ad12-3734c461eab6_story.html
Nov. 28: Art Way Alliance at Geppi's in Baltimore
Click for more info.
More To Come: Interviews from Baltimore Comic Con and SPX 2014
More To Come 115: Interviews from Baltimore Comic Con and SPX 2014
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More To Come 116: Interviews from Baltimore Comic Con and SPX 2014 Part 2
An illustrated interview with Nate Powell on March
A Brief Conversation with Nate Powell
by Matt McClure and Jeremy McFarren
The Sequentialist November 13 2014
http://sequentialistoh.tumblr.com/post/102532110679/nate-powell-is-the-award-winning-cartoonist-of
Comic Riffs on Wonder Woman
THE 'NEW' WONDER WOMAN: As husband-wife creative team, Finches aim to focus on DC icon's 'strength of character'
By David Betancourt
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog November 19 2014
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
Comic Riffs on next year's Peanuts movie
The Beagle Has Landed: Why today's 1st full 'Peanuts' trailer is a high-flying marvel
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog November 18 2014
Comic Riffs wants to send Miss Jemima to Washington
JUST HOURS (AND DOLLARS) TO GO: California teen aims to crowd-fund her class trip to D.C. through comics
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog November 18 2014
The Art of Richard Thompson video - behind the scenes interview
THIS JUST IN: 'The Art of Richard Thompson': Filmmakers behind new documentary short deftly capture 'the cartoonist's cartoonist' [Q&A]
By Michael CavnaWashington Post Comic Riffs blog November 18 2014
http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/comic-riffs/wp/2014/11/18/this-just-in-the-art-of-richard-thompson-filmmakers-behind-new-documentary-short-deftly-capture-the-cartoonists-cartoonist-qa
The Art of Richard Thompson short video
The Art of Richard Thompson
Monday, November 17, 2014
Comic Riffs on The Wizard of ID's 50th
'THE WIZARD OF ID' TURNS 50: Here and on the comics page, cartoonists celebrate the Hart/Parker strip's golden anniversary
By Michael CavnaWashington Post Comic Riffs blog November 17 2014
http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/comic-riffs/wp/2014/11/17/the-wizard-of-id-turns-50-here-and-on-the-comics-page-cartoonists-celebrate-the-hartparker-strips-golden-anniversary/
Sunday, November 16, 2014
1998 photos of local cartoonists
Including Art Wood, Pat Oliphant, Richard Thompson, Kal, and Nick Galifianakis.
Saturday, November 15, 2014
Go read Richard Thompsons eulogy for his friend Art Wood
J. Arthur Wood, Jr.,1927 - 2014
by Richard Thompson
Cul de Sac blog November 15, 2014
http://richardspooralmanac.blogspot.com/2014/11/j-arthur-wood-jr1927-2014.html
Friday, November 14, 2014
Comic Riffs talks Danish Islam cartoons
New 'Tyranny of Silence' book: Danish 'Cartoon Crisis' editor weighs what he'd change — and what he would not
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog November 14 2014
The Post reviews IT'S SUCH A BEAUTIFUL DAY
Video on Demand: IT'S SUCH A BEAUTIFUL DAY
Washington Post (November 14): EZ34
Thursday, November 13, 2014
Josh Kramer's cartoon journalism in the City Paper
Underground Economy
by Josh Kramer on Nov. 14, 2014 p. 10http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/citydesk/2014/11/12/underground-economy/
NPR's Monkey See ruminates on Wonder Woman movie
A Great Director — Who's Also A Woman — Might Direct 'Wonder Woman'
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
Comic Riffs talks with Adam 'Batman' West
What's black, purple and Blu-ray? Now, the classic 'Batman' TV series, star Adam West tells us
By David Betancourt
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog November 11 2014
Tom Toles interviewed by Slate
The "How Does a Cartoonist Work?" Edition:Slate's podcast about work explores how the Washington Post's Tom Toles creates new cartoons almost every day of the week.
By David Plotz
Slate's Working podcast November 11 2014
Monday, November 10, 2014
Akino Kondoh's Nothing Whatsoever All Out in the Open on sale
![Nothing whatsoever all out in the open by akino kondoh](http://d310a9hpolx59w.cloudfront.net/product_photos/23223988/akinokondoh_cover2_400w.jpg)
Sunday, November 09, 2014
Nov 21: Animezing: Time of EVE - The Movie
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The Post reviews Bungle Family
Cartoon ballons that soar to old heights [Book review: 'The Bungle Family' by Harry J. Tuthill]
By Dennis Drabelle
Washington Post November 9 2014