When the free Express paper started years ago, Juniper ran ads by cartoonist Kevin Pope. There were probably about 10 different full page ones before the campaign stopped in the paper. However, it continued online, until now. See "Juniper Kills the Cartoons!" Craig Matsumoto, West Coast Editor, Light Reading, FEBRUARY 24, 2009 and "Juniper's Cartoonist Isn't Bitter," Craig Matsumoto, West Coast Editor, Light Reading, FEBRUARY 27, 2009.
Unfortunately, the company also took the cartoons off their website, depriving us of an opportunity to play catchup.
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Friday, February 27, 2009
Katsucon by Kelts continued
See "SOFT POWER HARD TRUTHS / Cosplayers a breath of fresh air for D.C.," Roland Kelts / Special to The Daily Yomiuri (February 27 2009)
Richard Thompson, before he was world-famous
Richard Thompson, before he was world-famous, was just another Washington Post hack artist. Here's a couple of drawings I found today.
Lost in Translation, Washington Post March 1, 1992.
Hooked on Horror, Washington Post, Washington Post August 13, 1989.
Lost in Translation, Washington Post March 1, 1992.
Hooked on Horror, Washington Post, Washington Post August 13, 1989.
Sports cartoonist Drew Litton interview on Comic Riffs
See "The Interview: Drew Litton of the (RIP) Rocky Mountain News," By Michael Cavna, Washington Post Comic Riffs blog February 27, 2009.
Video game movies
Video game movies have animation blended into their DNA, so here's an online-only story on them. The hardcopy Express had an interview with Kristin Kreuk about her role in Street Fighter. See "Fightin' Words: Video Game Movies," by Express contributor Roxana Hadadi, February 25, 2009.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Experimental comics exhibit in Charlottesville
Pedro Moura sent a note to the comix-scholar's list about a new exhibit he's worked on. Quoted with permission:
Next March the 6th, a show is opening at the Second Street Gallery, Charlottesville, Virginia, called Impera et Divide, which will host six artists who're working on the verge of what one might call experimental comics, or simply a very contemporary strand of comics. The artists are Frédéric Coché (France), Aerim Lee (South Korea), André Lemos (Portugal), Ilan Manouach (Greece), Andrei Molotiu (US) and Fabio Zimbres (Brazil). This show was curated by Charlottesville's own Warren Craghead III (of How to be everywhere fame) and yours truly.
To put it in a nutshell, this is a very heterogeneous group of people, but they're all can be seen as working in a fine line of experimental comics. I try to clear that up in an obstruse, tangled text (hey, English's not my language) to be published in a book I've edited and published with the artists' work. It is not a catalogue, but a companion publication. It's being printed as we speak, so I hope to have a few copies by the time I leave to the US. It's called Divide et Impera and it also has work from Craghead.
Here's the link to the gallery: http://www.secondstreetgallery.org/
And a blog put up by Craghead: http://imperaetdivide.blogspot.com/
The show will be held until April the 25th.
Next March the 6th, a show is opening at the Second Street Gallery, Charlottesville, Virginia, called Impera et Divide, which will host six artists who're working on the verge of what one might call experimental comics, or simply a very contemporary strand of comics. The artists are Frédéric Coché (France), Aerim Lee (South Korea), André Lemos (Portugal), Ilan Manouach (Greece), Andrei Molotiu (US) and Fabio Zimbres (Brazil). This show was curated by Charlottesville's own Warren Craghead III (of How to be everywhere fame) and yours truly.
To put it in a nutshell, this is a very heterogeneous group of people, but they're all can be seen as working in a fine line of experimental comics. I try to clear that up in an obstruse, tangled text (hey, English's not my language) to be published in a book I've edited and published with the artists' work. It is not a catalogue, but a companion publication. It's being printed as we speak, so I hope to have a few copies by the time I leave to the US. It's called Divide et Impera and it also has work from Craghead.
Here's the link to the gallery: http://www.secondstreetgallery.org/
And a blog put up by Craghead: http://imperaetdivide.blogspot.com/
The show will be held until April the 25th.
OT: MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY COMICS FORUM 2009
The Library's Comic Art Collection is where I send all my duplicate material (well I also send it to Ohio State's Cartoon Art Library and Museum and the Library of Congress' Prints and Photos Division, but MSU gets first crack):
ANNOUNCING THE MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY COMICS FORUM 2009
An Event for Scholars, Creators, and Fans
EAST LANSING, MI (February, 23 2009)- The Michigan State University Comics Forum is an annual event that brings together scholars, creators, and fans in order to explore and celebrate the medium of comics, graphic storytelling, and sequential art. The Michigan State University Comics Forum 2009 is scheduled to take place March 27-28 on the campus of Michigan State University.
This year’s keynote address will be given by David Petersen, creator of the critically acclaimed Mouse Guard. David Petersen won the 2007 Russ Manning Award for Most Promising Newcomer. In 2008, David won the Eisner Awards for Best Publication for Kids (Mouse Guard Fall 1152 & Winter 1152) and Best Graphic Album – Reprint (Mouse Guard Fall 1152 Hardcover).
The event will also feature an Artist’s Alley as well as several panel discussions with academics studying comic books and professionals working in the comic book industry.
The Michigan State University Comics Forum is accepting entries for the 2009 Original Comics Collection. Ten finalists will be chosen from among the entries, from which judges will choose a single winner who will receive a $150 award. Entries will be judged based on their creativity, quality, and storytelling. The work of all finalists will be displayed at the Michigan State University Comics Forum 2009, and be collected, archived, and preserved in the Comic Art Collection housed in Michigan State University’s Special Collections. The Comic Art Collection holds over 200,000 items and is the primary library resource for the study of U.S. comic book publications.
For more information concerning The Michigan State University Comics Forum 2009, as well as submission guidelines for the 2009 Original Comics Collection, please visit http://www.comicsforum.msu.edu/. You can also follow the The Michigan State University Comics Forum 2009 on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/msucomicsforum
ANNOUNCING THE MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY COMICS FORUM 2009
An Event for Scholars, Creators, and Fans
EAST LANSING, MI (February, 23 2009)- The Michigan State University Comics Forum is an annual event that brings together scholars, creators, and fans in order to explore and celebrate the medium of comics, graphic storytelling, and sequential art. The Michigan State University Comics Forum 2009 is scheduled to take place March 27-28 on the campus of Michigan State University.
This year’s keynote address will be given by David Petersen, creator of the critically acclaimed Mouse Guard. David Petersen won the 2007 Russ Manning Award for Most Promising Newcomer. In 2008, David won the Eisner Awards for Best Publication for Kids (Mouse Guard Fall 1152 & Winter 1152) and Best Graphic Album – Reprint (Mouse Guard Fall 1152 Hardcover).
The event will also feature an Artist’s Alley as well as several panel discussions with academics studying comic books and professionals working in the comic book industry.
The Michigan State University Comics Forum is accepting entries for the 2009 Original Comics Collection. Ten finalists will be chosen from among the entries, from which judges will choose a single winner who will receive a $150 award. Entries will be judged based on their creativity, quality, and storytelling. The work of all finalists will be displayed at the Michigan State University Comics Forum 2009, and be collected, archived, and preserved in the Comic Art Collection housed in Michigan State University’s Special Collections. The Comic Art Collection holds over 200,000 items and is the primary library resource for the study of U.S. comic book publications.
For more information concerning The Michigan State University Comics Forum 2009, as well as submission guidelines for the 2009 Original Comics Collection, please visit http://www.comicsforum.msu.edu/. You can also follow the The Michigan State University Comics Forum 2009 on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/msucomicsforum
Thompson's Super-Size Me Finger Puppets
Here's some shots from Tuesday's Mardi Gras parade showing the life-size Richard Thompson Obama finger-puppet. I haven't checked my photos yet due to having a cold and feeling lazy.
Spider-Man on WAMU on Friday
Listen to "Spidey at the Library of Congress" on WAMU's Metro Connection tomorrow.
Last year, an anonymous donor gave the Library of Congress original drawings of the first comic book appearance of Spider-Man. The pen and ink illustrations made by creator Steve Ditko in 1962 are available for Spidey-scholars to peruse - and the acquisition was an instant hit. Sara Duke is Curator of the graphic arts division of the Library. Back in May of last year, Stephanie Kaye spoke with Duke, as she opened the long, flat archive boxes these Spider-Man images now call home.
I'm not sure why it took them 9 months to get the story on the air though - Sara doesn't usually need that much editing.
Last year, an anonymous donor gave the Library of Congress original drawings of the first comic book appearance of Spider-Man. The pen and ink illustrations made by creator Steve Ditko in 1962 are available for Spidey-scholars to peruse - and the acquisition was an instant hit. Sara Duke is Curator of the graphic arts division of the Library. Back in May of last year, Stephanie Kaye spoke with Duke, as she opened the long, flat archive boxes these Spider-Man images now call home.
I'm not sure why it took them 9 months to get the story on the air though - Sara doesn't usually need that much editing.
City Paper on Nanoman web comic / proto graphic novel
See "The Future Is Closer than You Think: A Review of Nanoman: The Post-Human Prometheus," by Mike Riggs, Washington City Paper's City Desk blog Feb. 26, 2009. We had a press release of this here earlier, Riggs says the editor of the graphic novel, Arthur Delaney, also writes for the City Paper which is cool to know. The first issue is online or for sale as print on demand, but it's planned to be a 144-page graphic novel.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
What‛s so funny about the economic crisis? Comics!
My friend Nick Thorkelson's got a new comic book out. He's sent me a copy and I'll be reviewing it, but here's the PR in the meantime.
February 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
What‛s so funny about the economic crisis?
ECONOMIC MELTDOWN FUNNIES
By Chuck Collins & Nick Thorkelson. Illustrated by Nick Thorkelson
Published by Jobs with Justice and the Institute for Policy Studies
Everyone’s looking for a straightforward explanation of what went wrong with the economy — and we all could use a good laugh, too.
Jobs with Justice and the Institute for Policy Studies Program on Inequality and the Common Good have just published an engaging 20-page comic book that graphically explains the causes of our current economic crisis, and how we can get the economy working again for working families.
“Economic Meltdown Funnies” is accessible,entertaining, and filled with facts to help you understand the causes and consequences of the current crisis. Formatted as a comic book, it’s a graphic explanation of how Wall Street and Washington caused the financial crisis, how it’s affecting real people in the real economy, and what we can do about it.
The book is available at a special rate for classrooms, unions or other organizations.
Bulk orders are just $5 each for 1-10 copies, $3.50 each for 11-99 copies, and $2 each for 100 copies or more. The book can also be downloaded for free at www.economicmeltdownfunnies.org. The website also features links to action and educational resources.
“Economic Meltdown Funnies” offers a sharp and witty progressive analysis and makes for a great workshop and organizing tool. The website also offers an opportunity for readers to leave comments, questions and suggestions.
Download the book, read it online, or order print copies at www.economicmeltdownfunnies.org, or call 617-541-0500, x302.
February 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
What‛s so funny about the economic crisis?
ECONOMIC MELTDOWN FUNNIES
By Chuck Collins & Nick Thorkelson. Illustrated by Nick Thorkelson
Published by Jobs with Justice and the Institute for Policy Studies
Everyone’s looking for a straightforward explanation of what went wrong with the economy — and we all could use a good laugh, too.
Jobs with Justice and the Institute for Policy Studies Program on Inequality and the Common Good have just published an engaging 20-page comic book that graphically explains the causes of our current economic crisis, and how we can get the economy working again for working families.
“Economic Meltdown Funnies” is accessible,entertaining, and filled with facts to help you understand the causes and consequences of the current crisis. Formatted as a comic book, it’s a graphic explanation of how Wall Street and Washington caused the financial crisis, how it’s affecting real people in the real economy, and what we can do about it.
The book is available at a special rate for classrooms, unions or other organizations.
Bulk orders are just $5 each for 1-10 copies, $3.50 each for 11-99 copies, and $2 each for 100 copies or more. The book can also be downloaded for free at www.economicmeltdownfunnies.org. The website also features links to action and educational resources.
“Economic Meltdown Funnies” offers a sharp and witty progressive analysis and makes for a great workshop and organizing tool. The website also offers an opportunity for readers to leave comments, questions and suggestions.
Download the book, read it online, or order print copies at www.economicmeltdownfunnies.org, or call 617-541-0500, x302.
Wonder Woman writer Jodi Picoult
Colin S. reports, Wonder Woman writer Jodi Picoult is coming through your area soon on the book tour for her new novel:
MONDAY March 9 WASHINGTON DC AREA 7:30 PM Borders, 5871 Crossroads Center Way, Bailey's Crossroads VA. Contact 703-998-0404
TUESDAY March 10 BALTIMORE, MD 7 PM Digital Harbor High School, 1100 Covington Street, sponsored by B&N. Contact 410-385-1709.
MONDAY March 9 WASHINGTON DC AREA 7:30 PM Borders, 5871 Crossroads Center Way, Bailey's Crossroads VA. Contact 703-998-0404
TUESDAY March 10 BALTIMORE, MD 7 PM Digital Harbor High School, 1100 Covington Street, sponsored by B&N. Contact 410-385-1709.
D.C. Conspiracy tidbits
Matt Dembicki writes in with "D.C. Conspiracy tidbits. We've started what we hope to be a new feature on our Web site www.dcconspiracy.com called 'Three Questions,' where were ask three questions of creators in the group and feature a few photos. (We've done one for Evan Keeling and Scott White so far.)
Also, we've finally nailed down a date and place for Counter Culture Fest IV! It'll be Sunday, May 24, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the Soundry in Vienna, Va. Promotional poster to come soon!"
He also notes that you can vote for the Fest at the City Paper's Best of DC list.
Also, we've finally nailed down a date and place for Counter Culture Fest IV! It'll be Sunday, May 24, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the Soundry in Vienna, Va. Promotional poster to come soon!"
He also notes that you can vote for the Fest at the City Paper's Best of DC list.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
ComicsDC makes Olbermann's Countdown
Well, they used one of my pictures of Sean Delonas at least in their February 23rd "New York Post outrage goes national." Uncredited, I assume, but Our Man Thompson spotted it and let me know.
Christian Usera, D.C. graphic novelist, writes in
Christian Usera, a D.C. graphic novelist writes in: "Recently I was featured in 'Voces Del Caribe' an online scholarly journal sponsored by City University of New York.
The article, "Telling Ancient Narratives with New Media: The Art of Christian Usera," can be found here: www.vocesdelcaribe.com/journal/
Here's my book's website: www.myspace.com/theonesbook
I'm running behind tonight so I'm just throwing those links up and I'll try to take a closer look at them later in the week.
The article, "Telling Ancient Narratives with New Media: The Art of Christian Usera," can be found here: www.vocesdelcaribe.com/journal/
Here's my book's website: www.myspace.com/theonesbook
I'm running behind tonight so I'm just throwing those links up and I'll try to take a closer look at them later in the week.
Dark Knight story in Post a few days ago
THE BACK STORY: A 'Dark' Day When His Business Was Booming, Washington Post (February 22, 2009): M8, is about the movie's special effects.
Monday, February 23, 2009
More DC links in Stay Tooned #3
I'm reading this issue backwards, and there's an interview with Roll Call's cartoonist R.J. Matson, and Jim Scancarelli turns out to have lived in Arlington and been taught graphic arts at Wakefield High School. Order a copy at http://www.staytoonedmagazine.com
Reminder: Tuesday's Mardi Gras Parade in Arlington...
...will feature large Richard Thompson figures for the second year in a row. I'll be there, and he might as well. Remember to ask for your free Petey tattoo if you recognize him.
Rob Tornoe on Delonas chimp cartoon
Rob's emailed me that he's got a cartoon and commentary online now.
Blockbuster dumping anime at 1/2 off at some places
There's a few northern Virginia sites here, including Stafford.
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