Friday, May 03, 2019
Bruce Guthrie's photos of the Herblock Prize ceremony are online
Thursday, May 02, 2019
Catching up with Page-Kirby's Avengers review
Make some noise for 'Avengers: Endgame.' I insist on it.
May 8: PRESS FORWARD AUCTION PARTY: CELEBRATING CARTOONISTS DRAWING AMERICA
May 08 2019
PRESS FORWARD AUCTION PARTY: CELEBRATING CARTOONISTS DRAWING AMERICA
Date and Time
Wed, May 8, 2019
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
LocationLong View Gallery
1234 9th Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20001
Description
CELEBRATING POLITICAL CARTOONISTS: DRAWING AMERICA
Reception • Fundraiser • Auction
Please Join Us, along with a mix of Politicians, Journalists & Celebrities to Support Our Mission to Create Safe & Civil Workplaces for Women and Men
Host Committee:
Alisyn Camerota, Gretchen Carlson, Katie Couric, Colin Crowell, Liza Donnelly, John Donvan, Michele Dunn, Sarah Glover, Nicholas Kristof, Valerie LoCascio, Dianna May, Eleanor McManus, Elisa Munoz, Dianna Pierce-Burgess, Laura Register, Jill Sigal, Jake Tapper, Cary Weekes, Ari Wilkenfeld, Matt Wuerker
Media Partner: Twitter
That darn Kal, and Big Nate
A 'Big' disappointment [Big Nate letter]
Melanie Gross Greenfield
Washington Post April 27 2019, p. A13
A clown Cabinet would be better [Kal letter]
Richard L. Sheffield
Washington Post April 27 2019, p. A13
William Hogarth book for sale at Second Story Books
[KELLIEGRAM BINDING] GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATIONS OF HOGARTH, FROM PICTURES, DRAWINGS, AND SCARCE PRINTS
London: R. Faulder, New Bond Street; And J. Egerton, Whitehall, 1794. Quarto, xvi, 183 pages, VG; beautifully bound in an elaborate full morocco-gilt Kelliegram binding, featuring an eight-color morocco inlaid cover portrait to the front board and a seven-color morocco inlaid cover portrait to the rear; rebacked with spine preserved; mild bumping to corners, slight rubbing to spine; marbled endpapers; all edges gilt; gilt Kelliegram signature stamped to the rear board's lower turn-in;
With 57 plates, some aquatint, one folding; The front inlay is Count Viviani, from plate 3, page 34, the rear inlay is from plate 1 page 25.;
Consignment; shelved case 3.
9-442-1316438
Shelved Dupont Bookstore
Price: $2,500
NOTES
William Hogarth (1697-1764) was an English painter, printmaker, pictorial satirist, social critic, and editorial cartoonist. His work ranged from realistic portraiture to comic strip-like series of pictures called "modern moral subjects", perhaps best known being his moral series A Harlot's Progress, A Rake's Progress and Marriage A-la-Mode. Knowledge of his work is so pervasive that satirical political illustrations in this style are often referred to as "Hogarthian". [wikipedia]
Ash Griffith's latest RVA column
RVA Comics X-Change: Issue 18
Ash Griffith | April 30, 2019
https://rvamag.com/art/zines-books/rva-comics-x-change-issue-18.htmlMay 5: Myla Goldberg at Politics and Prose
Listed because cartoonist Jason Little is married to Ms. Goldberg, and I like her work.
Myla Goldberg
Sunday, May 5 at 1 p.m.
Goldberg made an unforgettable literary debut with Bee Season. Goldberg has gone on to write two more novels as well as essays and work for children. In Feast Your Eyes: A Novel, she profiles the fictional Lillian Preston: "America's Worst Mother, America's Bravest Mother, America's Worst Photographer, or America's Greatest Photographer, depending on who was talking." Narrated by Lillian's daughter and framed as the notes from an exhibition catalogue, the book is a collection of memories, stories, interviews with Lillian's friends, and excerpts from her journals, all centering on the artist's notorious 1955 show, which included partially-nude photos of herself and her daughter.
Click here for more information.
The Post on the Times cartoon controversy, continued
New York Times publisher orders steps to prevent running another anti-Semitic cartoon. [in print as Times adds safeguards after offensive cartoon]
Flugennock's Latest'n'Greatest: "Only In New York"
http://sinkers.org/stage/?p=2710
Welp, folks, it's official: Lis Smith is the Sidney Falco of our era.
Who else would have the skills, connections, and moral turpitude to
pull together this ham-handed stunt involving Pete Buttigieg riding
the subway to a joint in Harlem to split a bottle of hot sauce with Al
Sharpton?
It's been reported they discussed racial disparity n'shit, but let's
get serious; this was just a freakin' foto op. They could've been
re-enacting the fake orgasm scene from "When Harry Met Sally" for all
we know. I mean, c'mon, look at all the freakin' cameras in that
place, crowding the window.
The questions I'd like to ask here are: what brand is that hot sauce,
and why haven't they brought out the mayo yet? You know... that big
'ol jar of weak, tasteless, store-brand diet mayo...? Oh, waitaminnit...
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Sidney Falco, played by Tony Curtis in "Sweet Smell Of Success" (1957)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sweet_Smell_of_Success#Plot
"Pete Buttigieg meets Rev. Al Sharpton for Sylvia's lunch tradition —
but what did they discuss?"
The Grio, 04.29.19
https://thegrio.com/2019/04/29/pete-buttigieg-al-sharpton-sylvias-lunch/
Saturday is Free Comic Book Day
Wednesday, May 01, 2019
Malaka Gharib interview at Pacific Standard
'This Is a Book I Wish I Had Growing Up': Malaka Gharib on Living Between Cultures
- Tanya Paperny
- Pacific Standard Apr 30, 2019
- https://psmag.com/ideas/malaka-gharib-on-growing-up-between-cultures
Tuesday, April 30, 2019
Eisner Awards have 3 local nominees
- Drawn to Purpose: American Women Illustrators and Cartoonists, by Martha H. Kennedy (University Press of Mississippi)
- Breaking the Frames: Populism and Prestige in Comics Studies, by Marc Singer (University of Texas Press)
NPR reviews 'American Gods' graphic novel adaptation
NPR reviews local author Malaka Gharib's new graphic memoir
The Post on Iron Man and Robert Downey's successful run
Robert Downey Jr. and Marvel created a box office streak few thought was possible. Now they are doing something even more surprising. [in print as After 'Endgame,' Robert Downey Jr. seeks a third act].
Malika Kickstarter begins today
Why? Because after over a year of hard work, Malika has finally arrived.
I have finally launched the Kickstarter for Malika (vol3) - Fallen Queen Part One.
Make sure you follow the link below today for EXCLUSIVE REWARDS (signed books, animation, merchandise, action figures, artwork & more) you won't see anywhere else 😎
Support The Malika Fallen Queen Kickstarter To Grab EXCLUSIVE REWARDS Today!
The Post on the INYT cartoon controversy.
N.Y. Times apologizes for anti-Semitic cartoon featuring Netanyahu and Trump [in print as N.Y. Times is 'deeply sorry' for cartoon].
Tonight: Malaka Gharib at Solid State Books
Malaka Gharib: I Was Their American Dream
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600 H Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
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In Conversation with Shaheen Qureshi
Event is from 6- 10 pm, with book talk beginning at 7 pm.One part Mari Andrew, one part Marjane Satrapi, I Was Their American Dream: A Graphic Memoir is a triumphant tale of self-discovery, a celebration of a family’s rich heritage, and a love letter to American immigrant freedom. Malaka Gharib’s illustrations come alive with teenage antics and earnest questions about identity and culture, while providing thoughtful insight into the lives of modern immigrants and the generation of millennial children they raised.
Malaka’s upbringing will look familiar to anyone who grew up in the pre-internet era, but her particular story is a heartfelt tribute to the American immigrants who have invested their future in the promise of the American dream.
The daughter of parents with unfulfilled dreams themselves, Malaka navigates her childhood chasing her parents’ ideals, learning to code-switch between her family’s Filipino and Egyptian customs, adapting to white culture to fit in, crushing on skater boys, and trying to understand the tension between holding onto cultural values and trying to be an all-American kid.
I Was Their American Dream is at once a journal of growing up and a reminder of the thousands of immigrants who come to America in search for a better life for themselves and their children.Malaka Gharib is an artist, journalist, and writer based in Washington, D.C. She is the founder of The Runcible Spoon, a food zine, and the co-founder of the D.C. Art Book Fair. She lives in a row house with her husband Darren and her 9-year-old rice cooker.Shaheen Qureshi is a poet, editor, and literary agent. Originally from the DC area, she has previously worked with 826DC and has taught writing workshops at Politics & Prose and Duende District. She is currently pursuing her MFA in writing at Bard and lives in Brooklyn. She is the daughter of immigrants from Pakistan and the Philippines.600 H Street NE, Washington, DC 20002This event is FREE and open to all. Let us know you’re coming on Facebook.
Friday, April 26, 2019
NPR's PCHH says: 'Avengers: Endgame' Is A Satisfying Super-Wrap
'Avengers: Endgame' Is A Satisfying Super-Wrap
Pop Culture Happy Hour April 26, 2019
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has brought us Iron Man movies, Thor movies, Captain America movies, Avengers movies, and many other superhero franchises over the last decade, and they all feed into one epic that ties up many of the loose ends. Today we're talking the juggernaut to end all juggernauts, Avengers: Endgame.
NPR talks to Peter Bagge
From 'Little House' to Libertarianism: Rose Wilder Lane's Troublemaking Life
Ann Hornaday on the Avengers
Thursday, April 25, 2019
The Post on women in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
I watched 21 Marvel movies this month — and witnessed a decade of progress for women [in print as Over time, 'Avengers' women gain strength].
Local media reviews for Avengers: Endgame
Avengers: Endgame Is What Happens When Fan Service Goes Wrong
The finale of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's decade-long saga is a facsimile of a satisfying conclusion.
With humor and heart, 'Avengers: Endgame' is a fitting send-off for Marvel's superheroes
Mourning Has Broken Them: 'Avengers: Endgame'
The Express on Awesome Con
Awesome Con is back with wall-to-wall celebrities, gaming and comic book fun
Wednesday, April 24, 2019
Herblock began 90 years ago
90 Years Ago – Herblock Debuts
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
The Post explains the events of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Everything that's happened leading up to 'Avengers: Endgame'
Don't have time to rewatch all 21 previous movies? No problem.
A brief history of the insane precautions Marvel has taken to avoid movie spoilers from getting out [in print as Studio likes the strong, silent type].
Cavna of The Post on Avengers business model
'Avengers: Endgame' is a really big deal — for more reasons than you may think [in print as The marvel that is 'Avengers'].
Kazuo Koike obituary in The Post
Kazuo Koike, creator of 'Lone Wolf and Cub,' 'Lady Snowblood' manga, dies at 82 [in print as Kazuo Koike, 82; Mangaka's pulp fiction inspired filmmakers]
PR: WOO HOO! Awesome Con 2019 is THIS WEEKEND!
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Monday, April 22, 2019
Mike Cavna takes 2nd place newspaper award for Comic Riffs blog
Second Place
"Comic Riffs: The Power of Political Art"
Michael Cavna
The Washington Post, Washington, D.C.
First Place
Rob Rogers
RobRogers.com
Judges' comments: This collection of cartoons gets high marks for originality, diversity of topics, quality of artwork and clarity of message. An outstanding entry all around.
Ward Sutton
The Boston Globe, Boston, Mass.
Michael Ramirez
Las Vegas Review-Journal, Las Vegas, Nev.
Sunday, April 21, 2019
Flugennock's Latest'n'Greatest: "Space Force no.2: Mars Awaits"
"Space Force no.2: Mars Awaits"
http://sinkers.org/stage/?p=2707
This was initially inspired by this article on Sputnik International,
about the six military bases up for consideration for Space Force
headquarters. After some curious digging, I've noticed they've gone
from "Mars Awaits" to the slightly more modest "back to the Moon in 5
years". Of course, the goal that's grabbing the attention of millions
of us is VP Man From GLAD's consideration of nuclear weapons
deployment in space.
Goes without saying Elon Musk is on board with the idea; I'm guessing
his long game will involve a need for a few hundred Space Grunts to
guard his gated Martian colonies for the rich.
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"Six Air Force Bases Being Considered to House Space Command -
Reports", Sputnik International 04.09.19
https://sputniknews.com/military/201904091073973316-six-air-force-bases-house-space-command/
"Pence Calls for Landing US Astronauts on Moon in 5 Years", NBC 03.26.19
https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/politics/US-Astronauts-on-Moon-5-Years-Space-Council-507681681.html
"Musk Backs Space Force Proposal", SpaceNews 11.03.18
https://spacenews.com/musk-backs-space-force-proposal/
"Pence leaves open the possibility of nuclear weapons in space: 'Peace
comes through strength'", Washington Post 10.23.18
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/pence-leaves-open-the-possibility-of-nuclear-weapons-in-space-peace-comes-through-strength/2018/10/23/801a732a-d6d9-11e8-83a2-d1c3da28d6b6_story.html
"A legal look at Elon Musk's plans to colonize Mars", The Space Review
07.17.17
http://thespacereview.com/article/3286/1
That darn Curtis and Baby Blues
Friday, April 19, 2019
Post's obituary for manga's Monkey Punch
Monkey Punch, Japanese cartoonist of Lupin III manga and anime series, dies at 81 [in print as Monkey Punch, 81: Japanese cartoonist's Lupin spawned film, TV spinoffs]
Library of Congress blogs on superhero teams
Let's Talk Comics: Teams & Team-Ups
no.3 (1972:July),
no.5 (1972:Nov.)-no.6 (1973:Jan.),
no.8 (1973:Apr.)-no.35 (1975:July),
no.37 (1975:Sept.)-no.53 (1977:Jan.),
no.55 (1977:Mar.)-no.62 (1977:Oct.),
no.65 (1978:Jan.)-no.150 (1985:Feb.),
no.3 (1987:Dec.)-no.9 (1988:June),
no.11 (1988:Aug.)-no.40 (1991:Jan.),
no.42 (1991:Mar.),
no.44 (1991:May)-no.87 (1995:Feb.)
Thursday, April 18, 2019
RVA magazine on Abigail Larson and their regular comics column
RVA Comics X-Change: Issue 17
Ash Griffith | April 16, 2019
https://rvamag.com/art/zines-books/rva-comics-x-change-issue-17.html
Welcome to the Dark and Beautiful World of Abigail Larson
Ash Griffith | RVA Mag #36, April 15, 2019
https://rvamag.com/art/welcome-to-the-dark-and-beautiful-world-of-abigail-larson.html