SPX 2019 Panel - Intersection Between Comics and Animation
Published on Oct 3, 2019
Artists have been working in the mediums of comics and animation for as long as both have existed. Recently, the divide between the two arts seems thinner than ever, especially since so much of alternative comics has influenced animation. From directors to storyboard artists and from personal projects to working for major studios, a quartet of cartoonists discuss what the transition between the two is like, how to find ways to work on personal comics while still doing commercial work, and what a cartoonist can learn from animation. Craig Frank (JFK Secret Ops), John Kenn Mortensen (Sticky Monsters), Dakota McFadzean (DreamWorks, Don't Get Eaten By Anything), and Laura Knetzger (Adventure Time, Bug Boys) talk about balancing the personal and commercial and how their skills overlap. Critic Jules Bakes (Enemies Of The State) moderates.
SPX 2019 Panel - Science Fiction and Social Justice
Published on Oct 4, 2019
Science fiction has long been used as a way to speak out against inequality, colonialism, and other injustices. Moderator and critic Kayleigh Hearn (Women Write About Comics) leads a discussion with Ezra Claytan Daniels (Bttm Fdrs, Upgrade Soul), Kevin Czap (Fütchi Perf), Iasmin Omar Ata (Mis(h)adra, Zenith) and Carla Speed McNeil (Finder) on how they address systematic oppression in their comics.
SPX 2019 Panel - Birthing Stories
Published on Oct 4, 2019
There have been a number of extraordinary comics published about pregnancy and motherhood in recent years. Carol Tyler (Late Bloomer, Soldier's Heart) blazed the trail in this regard thirty years ago, and she moderates an all-star assemblage of cartoonists discussing the experience of giving birth. Lucy Knisley (Kid Gloves), Marnie Galloway (Slightly Plural), Meghan Turbitt (Laughter Birth), Lauren Weinstein (Mother's Walk), and Rachel Masilamani (We Conceive) offer a wide variety of perspectives on their own birthing stories.
SPX 2019: Katherine Blood & Martha Kennedy
Published on Oct 7, 2019
Joe and Rusty chat with Katherine Blood and Martha Kennedy from the Library of Congress! We talk about buying books for country's library, finding new artists, and how to decide what should be preserved! We also discuss cheese! Check out the Small Press Expo's collection by going to loc.gov and searching "Small Press Expo"! There's so much stuff!
SPX 2019: Jeff Zwirek
Published on Oct 8, 2019
Jeff gives Joe and Rusty the inside inside scoop on Popeye's Chicken Sandwich! And the Impossible Burger! Dark, probably untrue, secrets revealed for the first time! Joe was on the outside and had no idea!
SPX 2019 Panel - Cartoonist Kayfabe Live!
Published on Oct 5, 2019
Ed Piskor (Hip-Hop Family Tree) and Jim Rugg (Street Angel) give viewers "the audio/visual inside scoop from two lifetime comic book makers." Ed and Jim's popular comics podcast discusses everything from old issues of Wizard and Heroes Illustrated to commentaries on specific series to quarter bin discoveries. This installment is recorded live from SPX.
SPX 2019: Caroline L. Smith
Published on Oct 7, 2019
Joe and Rusty talk to Caroline L. Smith about her first time at SPX, making diary comics, and the grind of long projects! Oh, and knitting! There's definitely knitting chat.
SPX 2019: Adam Casey
Published on Oct 7, 2019
Rusty and Joe catch up with longtime pal, Adam Casey! We discuss drawing challenges, upcoming crime sprees, and, well, there's no good way to put this: the guys may have met their end at Adam's hand.
SPX 2019: Mindy Indy
Published on Oct 7, 2019
Mindy Indy tells the guys all about her new Kickstarter for Aer Head! Also, possibly the most action-packed Mystery Question ever! It's all going down, guys!
SPX 2019 Panel - Libraries and Comics: Past, Present and Future Trends
Published on Oct 7, 2019
Over the past twenty years, libraries and the comics industry at all levels have been working together to forge bonds that have benefited both. Comics and graphic novels have become a huge draw for libraries, who also use their resources for comics festivals and workshops. Libraries have become an essential client for publishers at all levels, emerging as a crucial part of their bottom line. Critic Chris Mautner explores the evolving nature of this relationship with Kathy Schalk-Green (of the American Library Association), Megan Halsband (from the Library of Congress), Jacq Cohen (representing Fantagraphics Books), and cartoonist Raina Telgemeier (award-winning and best-selling author of Smile, Drama, Sisters and her newest book, Guts).
SPX 2019 Panel - Graphic Advocacy
Published on Oct 6, 2019
While comics are often thought of primarily as a storytelling medium, the rise of graphic journalism and graphic medicine point to a fusion of text, image, and narrative. In particular, comics with a particular mission and point of view are a powerful tool. Moderator Hallie Jay Pope leads Dan Nott (This Is What Democracy Looks Like), Archie Bongiovanni (A Quick & Easy Guide To They/Them Pronouns), Breena Nuñez (Visions From The Inside) and Matt Bors (The Nib) in a discussion of their particular projects. From advocating particular causes, to giving others a voice, to providing instruction on important issues, each cartoonist has a lot to say in their comics.
SPX 2019 Panel - Depicting Motion in Sports Comics
Published on Oct 6, 2019
Sports comics have a long and distinguished tradition, both in America and abroad. And they present a unique challenge for cartoonists: trying to find a way to depict dynamic movements in a static medium. José Quintinar (Gran Slam), AJ Dungo (In Waves), Rob Ullman (Old-Timey Hockey Tales), and Ellen Lindner (The Cranklet's Chronicle) discuss how they bring tennis, surfing, hockey, and baseball (respectively) to life. SPX Executive Director, comics historian and collector Warren Bernard moderates and offers his perspective on sports cartooning with examples of work by Willard Mullin, the pre-eminent sports cartoonist of the 20th Century.
SPX 2019: Micah Myers
Published on Oct 8, 2019
Joe and Rusty chat with Micah Myers about his ridiculously prolific lettering career, writing comics, and the challenges of collaboration! Also, something happens here that has never happened in an interview with Rusty and Joe before! Trust us: we are telling the truth! Also trust us: it will disappoint! Check out Micah's work at micahletterscomics.com!
SPX 2019: Kelly Bastow
Published on Oct 8, 2019
Rusty and Joe catch up with Kelly Bastow! They discuss pets, puzzles, scratchers, best dresses, edible bananas, and SO MUCH MORE.
SPX 2019: Carol Tyler
Published on Oct 8, 2019
Carol Tyler returns with a comics gang to update Rusty and Joe about her Ink Farm, redecorating her home with art on the walls, and getting sweet grocery deals!
SPX 2019 Panel - Enemies of the State Live!
Published on Oct 5, 2019
Critics Alex Hoffman (Sequential State), Daniel Elkin (Your Chicken Enemy), Rob Clough (High-Low), and Jules Bakes present a live version of their podcast Enemies Of The State. In every episode, they take a deep dive into a single book. The Enemies discuss the Ignatz Award-nominated Girl Town and are joined by the artist, Casey Nowak.
