The 'Riffs Interview: 12 Secrets of the insanely viral 'OATMEAL' creator Matthew Inman
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog March 11 2011
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/comic-riffs/2011/03/the_riffs_interview_12_secrets.html
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Richard Thompson interview
Thompson Visits the "Cul de Sac"
by Alex Dueben,
Comic Book Resources Fri, March 11th, 2011
http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=31259
by Alex Dueben,
Comic Book Resources Fri, March 11th, 2011
http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=31259
Bill Day on Herblock and his tribute cartoon
A guest post by the excellent cartoonist Bill Day on the great Herblock, after I saw yesterday's cartoon online and asked him about it...
Discovering Herblock is a transcendent moment in my early awareness as both a cartoonist and a young southerner coming of age in the segregated South. At around 8 or 9 years old in the late 50's, I became very aware of the inequality of my region, trying to comprehend why America would talk about freedom and then not allow it. The water fountains, the separate entrances, the back of buses, the separate schools, and the unpaved roads in 'Goldboro', the black section of town. I saw all of that clearly and looked for understanding from my parents, who while loving and kind, failed it support my opinions. There seemed to be no one who would support me.
I was beginning to really like cartooning and found a Herblock cartoon as an example of 'editorial cartoons' in the World Book Encyclopedia. It was "Fire!" It was the first editorial cartoon I had ever seen and it opened up my world. I started looking for them in newspapers in my home town library where there were many out of state newspapers. There I discovered Mauldin, Haynie, Conrad, and many others. As the civil rights movement started to shake the foundation of the deep south, I would go to the library and see what these cartoon heroes of mine would draw to explain the events unfolding. Herblock was my very favorite and I followed him closely. My interest in the newspaper section at the library began to be noticed by the chief librarian. I was about 12 years old by then and it was unusual for a boy my age to be spending so much time there. I was also naive about her interest in me. One day she came over and asked what had my intense interest. I gladly showed her the Herblock cartoon and spoke so admiringly about him. She was not happy about it.
Several weeks later I went to the library to catch up on my cartoon education. I looked everywhere for the Washington Post, but I couldn't find it anywhere. I went up to the counter and asked where it might be and the librarian told me that the subscription had been canceled. I asked why, and she told me that she was not going to have the youth of her town corrupted by such Communist propaganda! I was absolutely crushed.
Of course, it was too late. I was already corrupted by the education I had learned from Herb, and her action only reinforced my understanding of the events rocking the South. The door had been opened.
In 1974 I made a trip to Washington and met Herb. He was so wonderful to me. The nicest, sweetest guy I have ever met. We stayed in touch for years after that. Herb would send me clippings of the cartoons he saw of mine when they popped up in Newsweek or the New York Times. It was always a thrill to get a letter from him. He was following me as I had followed him for all those years. It hurt so much when Herb died and I was depressed about it for a very long time. I loved him.
I debated with myself about whether to do a 'takeoff' of Herb's famous cartoon. I finally decided that Herb would have liked it, since he was a dear friend of mine. I reversed the water bucket with the fire, making it different enough. I hope Herb is smiling now. He is such a hero to me. -- Bill Day
Comic Riffs interviews Berkeley Breathed
The 'Riffs Interview: 'MARS NEEDS MOMS' author Berkeley Breathed buckles in for Hollywood voyage
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog (March 11 2011)
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/comic-riffs/2011/03/the_riffs_interview_mars_needs.html
'Wimpy Kid' author profiled by AP
Jeff Kinney was a University of Maryland cartoonist at one point.
'Wimpy Kid' author keeps day job on kids' website
By DENISE LAVOIE
Associated Press 2011-03-11
http://www.taiwannews.com.tw/etn/news_content.php?id=1539764
'Wimpy Kid' author keeps day job on kids' website
By DENISE LAVOIE
Associated Press 2011-03-11
http://www.taiwannews.com.tw/etn/news_content.php?id=1539764
Friday, March 11, 2011
Stephen Blickenstaff exhibit in Frederick, MD
Breathed's 'Mars Needs Moms' reviewed in Post
Berekely Breathed's childrens book 'Mars Needs Moms' is reviewed in today's Post -
Invasion of the mom snatchers
By Sean O'Connell
Washington Post March 11, 2011
By Sean O'Connell
Washington Post March 11, 2011
http://www.washingtonpost.com/gog/movies/mars-needs-moms,1176475/critic-review.html
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Lorna: Relic Wrangler and DC's occult layout
Read the interview to discover more about the pull quotes I grabbed.
Introducing "Lorna: Relic Wrangler"
by Josh Wigler, February 28th, 2011
http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=31052
If you've ever found yourself transfixed by the stunning architecture that our nation's capitol has to offer, just know that you're not alone -- except you're not likely to saw through the topmost tip of the Washington Monument for world-saving, supernatural treasure-hunting purposes, are you? No, that's more Lorna's thing.
In this issue, we're getting into the conspiracy theories of Washington, D.C. and its whole occult layout. Lorna has been sent there by Vern to turn back a cosmic catastrophe with the United States as ground zero. She needs to get a certain object from a certain memorial there to stop this from happening.
Comicsgirl covers Bertozzi and Little signing
Comicsgirl covered the Big Planet Nick Bertozzi and Jason Little signing on her blog - I should give her this site since I didn't report on either that or the Kill Shakespeare event.
And she also talks about her first comic - X-Factor of all things.
And she also talks about her first comic - X-Factor of all things.
Kill Shakespeare photos from Folger Library
The Kill Shakespeare website has photos of the writer's talk at the Folger Library last month. They also give a link to Comicsgirl's summation of the evening. And she interviewed them too.
March 25: Ian Rankin at Politics and Prose
Rankin's written the recent Dark Entries graphic govel for DC Comics. This signing is for his new detective novel, but I'm sure he'll sign and take questions about the comic. I've seen him before and he's an entertaining speaker.
Ian Rankin
The Complaints
Start: Mar 25 2011 7:00 pm
End: Mar 25 2011 8:00 pm
In his latest crime novel the Scottish creator of John Rebus introduces a new hero: Malcolm Fox, an Edinburgh cop. Fox’s beat is the police force itself, and he must be on the trail of something big, because his colleagues are conspiring to frame him, and his only ally is a detective suspected of selling child porn.
Ian Rankin
The Complaints
Start: Mar 25 2011 7:00 pm
End: Mar 25 2011 8:00 pm
In his latest crime novel the Scottish creator of John Rebus introduces a new hero: Malcolm Fox, an Edinburgh cop. Fox’s beat is the police force itself, and he must be on the trail of something big, because his colleagues are conspiring to frame him, and his only ally is a detective suspected of selling child porn.
March 11: JT Waldman in DC
From Politics and Prose's newsletter:
Friday, February 25, 1 p.m. (Exhibit opens)
Sixth & I Historic Synagogue
600 I Street, NW
Metro: Gallery Place/Chinatown
JT WALDMAN
MEGILLAT ESTHER: The Book of Esther (Jewish Publication Society of America, $22)
JT Waldman turns The Book of Esther, with its twisting plot, into an illustrative masterpiece. The graphic novel is brought to life in an exhibit with interactive elements and an invitation for visitors to take part in the creative process. Waldman is a comic book illustrator and interaction designer. He is currently working on his next graphic novel, which he designed with the late Harvey Pekar. This exhibit will be on view from Monday through Friday, February 25 - April 29 during open tour hours from 1-2 p.m. Waldman will be speaking at 6th in the City Shabbat on March 11. Click here for information about attending this service. Click here for more information about the exhibit. Click here for a Google Preview of the book and its art.
Cavna on Rango
Land of allusion: 'Rango' is a double-barreled valentine to Hollywood
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post March 10, 2011
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/09/AR2011030905352.html
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post March 10, 2011
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/09/AR2011030905352.html
PR: Carla Speed McNeil's Finder: See where it all began...
Lose yourself in a world beyond your wildest dreams…
Since 1996, Finder has set the bar for science--fiction storytelling, with a lush, intricate world and compelling characters. Now, Dark Horse is proud to present the first four story arcs of Carla Speed McNeil's groundbreaking series in a single, affordably priced volume!
Follow enigmatic hero Jaeger through a "glorious, catholic pileup of high-tech SF, fannish fantasy, and street-level culture clash" (Village Voice), and discover the lush world and compelling characters that have carved Finder a permanent place in the pantheon of independent comics.
* This first of two Finder Library volumes collects the multiple Eisner Award--nominated story arcs Sin Eater, King of Cats, and fan--favorite Talisman.
* Introduction by Douglas Wolk (Reading Comics).
* For more information about Finder characters, storylines, and more, check out www.FinderComics.com
* Make sure to visit Carla Speed McNeil's blog www.lightspeedpress.com
Since 1996, Finder has set the bar for science--fiction storytelling, with a lush, intricate world and compelling characters. Now, Dark Horse is proud to present the first four story arcs of Carla Speed McNeil's groundbreaking series in a single, affordably priced volume!
Follow enigmatic hero Jaeger through a "glorious, catholic pileup of high-tech SF, fannish fantasy, and street-level culture clash" (Village Voice), and discover the lush world and compelling characters that have carved Finder a permanent place in the pantheon of independent comics.
* This first of two Finder Library volumes collects the multiple Eisner Award--nominated story arcs Sin Eater, King of Cats, and fan--favorite Talisman.
* Introduction by Douglas Wolk (Reading Comics).
* For more information about Finder characters, storylines, and more, check out www.FinderComics.com
* Make sure to visit Carla Speed McNeil's blog www.lightspeedpress.com
Creators
- Creators: Carla Speed McNeil
- Publication Date: March 23, 2011
- Format: B&W, 616 pages, TPB, 6" x 9"
- Price: $24.99
- Age range: 16
- ISBN-10: 1-59582-652-1
- ISBN-13: 978-1-59582-652-7
Jeff Kinney profile in today's Express
Lavoie, Denise / Associated Press. 2011.
A 'Wimpy Kid' on Top: Author and cartoonist Jeff Kinney has built an empire of quality content for children.
[Washington Post] Express (March 10): 27
Wednesday, March 09, 2011
Truitt on Skullkickers
'Skullkickers' spoofs fantasy, one trope at a time
By Brian Truitt, USA TODAY March 9 2011
http://www.usatoday.com/life/comics/2011-03-09-Skullkickers_N.htm
Punk Rock cruise?
My editor at the City Paper wrote this about his experiences on a PUNK ROCK CRUISE! Something's very wrong about this.
Read it at http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/articles/40532/bruise-cruise/
Fantom Comics PR: A Message From The Comics Journeyman
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Magic Bullet 2 press release
Washington DC comics and drinking group publishes second issue of MAGIC BULLET comics newspaper to much fanfare.
Prepare yourself for the majesty that is MAGIC BULLET #2. The DC Conspiracy, a local group of comics creators and fans, have published the second issue of their groundbreaking and absolutely free comics newspaper and plan to bring it to you.
Featuring a cover by Mike O'Brien and including comics from local cartoonists such as Carolyn Belefski, Joe Carabeo, Andrew Cohen, Matt Dembicki, Evan Keeling, RM Rhodes, (and non-local ringers like Jeff McComsey and Jim Rugg), MAGIC BULLET #2 is designed to brighten your day while blowing your mind. Each comic contained within the pages of MAGIC BULLET #2 was created with love and with the greatest of care.
Rafer Roberts, editor of MAGIC BULLET (as well as a contributor) talked about this second issue. "Oh man," he says. "This paper is so completely awesome. It's the best thing ever and people are gonna want to get their hands on a copy. I mean, we have comics from Kevin Czapiewski, Jake Warrenfeltz, Jeff McClelland, Mal Jones, and Steve Becker. We even got Stephen Loya, and he doesn't even draw comics!"
MAGIC BULLET #2 has a wide distribution plan, as described by Roberts. "We've picked a day, probably March 28th, and a bunch of us are going to be handing these out at metro stations during the morning commute. Holy cow, can you image what it's going to be like starting your day reading comics from the likes of Marc Bryant, Scott White, Lonny Chant, or Michael Brace? Add in comics by Eric Gordon, Troy Jeffrey-Allen, JT Wilkins and me, and you've got the makings of the best commute of your life."
For those not fortunate enough to be handed a paper, all hope is not lost. MAGIC BULLET #2 will be available throughout the district at finer comic shops and clubs, as well as at local comic shows such as SPX. An ever evolving list of places interested readers can find the paper can be found at http://www.dcconspiracy.com
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About MAGIC BULLET:
In 2010 the DC DC Conspiracy would put out a newspaper filled with our comics. A newspaper? Filled with comics? In an era where comics are presented smaller and on handheld digital devices, presenting large format comics in a dying medium seemed like such an outdated model that we just had to go for it. With the aesthetic that each artist would take advantage of the larger format, MAGIC BULLET was born.
About DC Conspiracy:
Founded in January 2005, the DC Conspiracy has expanded to over 50 members who embody the best of creative comics talent in the DC area. The work we write, draw, edit, and distribute runs the gamut -- from witty and literary works to comics which incorporate action, the mystical, and just plain nonsense. Individually we create, but collectively we're working to expand comics readership and fraternity through anthologies, minis, and webcomics, among other things.
Weldon on Mid-Life
A Man in Fall: The Self-Lacerating, Blisteringly Funny "Mid-Life"
by Glen Weldon
National Public Radio's Monkey See blog (March 9, 2011)
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