Sketchy Characters: In 'Drawing Power,' historians look at the crossroads of 'toons and advertisements.
by Express contributor Paul Stelter
Express August 25, 2011
http://www.expressnightout.com/content/2011/08/sketchy_characters.php
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Bernard's advertising and cartoons book featured in Express
Tonight:: Warren Bernard and comic ads at Politics and Prose
I'll be there.
Warren Bernard - Drawing Power: A Compendium of Cartoon Advertising
Aug 25 2011 7:00 pm
The comic strip has its roots in advertising as well as in art. In the first book-length study of these dual sources, Rick Marschall, founder of Nemo: The Classic Comics Library, and Warren Bernard, a prolific commentator on and extensive collector of cartoons as well as the Executive Director of Small Press Expo, look at work from the 1870s to 1940, documenting how popular cartoon characters like the Yellow Kid, Little Orphan Annie, and Popeye have figured in advertising campaigns, and how their creators were highly sought-after pitchmen, selling products alongside the best movie stars in Hollywood. As part of his presentation, Bernard will have on-hand select original ads and other advertisting items from the era.
In anticipation of Small Press Expo (SPX) 2011 - being held September 10-11 in Bethesda, MD - a complimentary one-day pass to the show will be available with the purchase of Drawing Power at Politics and Prose on the night of the event. More information about SPX 2011 at www.spxpo.com.
Warren Bernard - Drawing Power: A Compendium of Cartoon Advertising
Aug 25 2011 7:00 pm
The comic strip has its roots in advertising as well as in art. In the first book-length study of these dual sources, Rick Marschall, founder of Nemo: The Classic Comics Library, and Warren Bernard, a prolific commentator on and extensive collector of cartoons as well as the Executive Director of Small Press Expo, look at work from the 1870s to 1940, documenting how popular cartoon characters like the Yellow Kid, Little Orphan Annie, and Popeye have figured in advertising campaigns, and how their creators were highly sought-after pitchmen, selling products alongside the best movie stars in Hollywood. As part of his presentation, Bernard will have on-hand select original ads and other advertisting items from the era.
In anticipation of Small Press Expo (SPX) 2011 - being held September 10-11 in Bethesda, MD - a complimentary one-day pass to the show will be available with the purchase of Drawing Power at Politics and Prose on the night of the event. More information about SPX 2011 at www.spxpo.com.
PR: JOHN G. FANTUCCHIO CANCELS HIS SHOWING AT GLEN ECHO
Approximately a week ago you received an invitation to view John G. Fantucchio's two paintings to be shown at the 41st Annual Labor Day Art Show at Glen Echo in Maryland. Due to unexpected circumstances, John and his paintings will not be there. He's still in pretty good health. Glen Echo's still a great place to visit and have a picnic and view the paintings of other artists. Sorry if this is an inconvenience; but the good news is John's paintings will be at the Del Ray Artisan's exhibit for the month of September, beginning September 2 – October 2, 2011. John G. Fantucchio will be there for the reception, and will also make a special appearance on Sunday, September 18, 12:30 – 3:30. Looking forward to seeing you there.
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
PR: Baltimore Comic-Con Announces Costume Contest Winners
The 3rd annual costume show was mobbed as usual...
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Comic Riffs on possible Stripped documentary and Kickstarter campaign
'STRIPPED': New documentary project seeks to chronicle the seismic state of comics
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog August 24 2011
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/comic-riffs/post/stripped-new-documentary-project-seeks-to-chronicle-the-seismic-state-of-comics/2011/08/24/gIQA4SaGbJ_blog.html
They interviewed local comics god Richard Thompson in Ohio last fall... I'll be tossing some money their way as soon as I post this.
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog August 24 2011
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/comic-riffs/post/stripped-new-documentary-project-seeks-to-chronicle-the-seismic-state-of-comics/2011/08/24/gIQA4SaGbJ_blog.html
They interviewed local comics god Richard Thompson in Ohio last fall... I'll be tossing some money their way as soon as I post this.
Weldon's comics news
The Week in Comics: Tremors, Faults and Shake-Ups
by Glen Weldon
National Public Radio's Monkey See blog August 24, 2011
http://www.npr.org/blogs/monkeysee/2011/08/24/139902929/the-week-in-comics-tremors-faults-and-shake-ups
by Glen Weldon
National Public Radio's Monkey See blog August 24, 2011
http://www.npr.org/blogs/monkeysee/2011/08/24/139902929/the-week-in-comics-tremors-faults-and-shake-ups
PR: Announcing the First Recipient of the Small Press Expo Graphic Novel Gift Program
Announcing the First Recipient of the Small Press Expo Graphic Novel Gift Program
For Immediate Release: Contact: Warren Bernard
Bethesda, Maryland; August 24, 2011 - The Small Press Expo (SPX), the preeminent showcase for the exhibition of independent comics, graphic novels, and alternative political cartoons, is pleased to announce that the Montgomery County Public Library (MCPL) of Montgomery County, Maryland is the first recipient of the Small Press Expo Graphic Novel Gift Program.
MCPL was chosen this year as SPX has been held in Montgomery County, Maryland since the first Small Press Expo in 1994. This new program is an outright gift of graphic novels to MCPL as selected by an MCPL Collection Specialist, who selected 15 titles, comprising 230 individual books to distribute to 20 MCPL branches.
For Immediate Release: Contact: Warren Bernard
E-Mail: warren@spxpo.com
Bethesda, Maryland; August 24, 2011 - The Small Press Expo (SPX), the preeminent showcase for the exhibition of independent comics, graphic novels, and alternative political cartoons, is pleased to announce that the Montgomery County Public Library (MCPL) of Montgomery County, Maryland is the first recipient of the Small Press Expo Graphic Novel Gift Program.
MCPL was chosen this year as SPX has been held in Montgomery County, Maryland since the first Small Press Expo in 1994. This new program is an outright gift of graphic novels to MCPL as selected by an MCPL Collection Specialist, who selected 15 titles, comprising 230 individual books to distribute to 20 MCPL branches.
"Montgomery County Public Libraries is pleased to be the first recipient of the new Small Press Expo Library Gift Program. This is an example of how local businesses can support our libraries during these difficult economic times," said Parker Hamilton, MCPL director.
On September 6 at 11am the press is invited to a formal presentation of the books to Parker Hamilton the MCPL Director by Small Press Expo Executive Director Warren Bernard. The event will be held at the the Rockville Memorial Library located at 21 Maryland Avenue Rockville, Maryland 20850.
This new program by SPX is an expansion of the philanthropic and charitable endeavors that are part of its corporate charter, and is in addition to SPX's annual support to the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. The targets of this program are public and academic library systems in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area as selected by the Small Press Expo.
The goals of this new program are:
- Facilitate the availability of graphic novels to readers of all ages utilizing public and school libraries.
- Promote learning and literacy through the availability of graphic novels at local libraries.
- Provide library systems with additional resources by which they can purchase graphic novels and comics.
The illustrator and author Lilli Carre designed a special bookplate that will be placed on all of the books donated by SPX. To see the book plate and for more information on the SPX Graphic Novel Gift Program, go to http://www.spxpo.com/graphic-novel-gift-program.
SPX will be held Saturday, September 10 from 11am-7pm and Sunday, September 11, 12-6pm at The North Bethesda Marriott Convention Center in Bethesda, Maryland. Admission is $10 for a single day and $15 for both days.
For further information on the Small Press Expo Library Gift Program, please contact Warren Bernard at warren@spxpo.com.
For more information on the Small Press Expo, please visit http://www.spxpo.com.
On September 6 at 11am the press is invited to a formal presentation of the books to Parker Hamilton the MCPL Director by Small Press Expo Executive Director Warren Bernard. The event will be held at the the Rockville Memorial Library located at 21 Maryland Avenue Rockville, Maryland 20850.
This new program by SPX is an expansion of the philanthropic and charitable endeavors that are part of its corporate charter, and is in addition to SPX's annual support to the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. The targets of this program are public and academic library systems in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area as selected by the Small Press Expo.
The goals of this new program are:
- Facilitate the availability of graphic novels to readers of all ages utilizing public and school libraries.
- Promote learning and literacy through the availability of graphic novels at local libraries.
- Provide library systems with additional resources by which they can purchase graphic novels and comics.
The illustrator and author Lilli Carre designed a special bookplate that will be placed on all of the books donated by SPX. To see the book plate and for more information on the SPX Graphic Novel Gift Program, go to http://www.spxpo.com/graphic-novel-gift-program.
SPX will be held Saturday, September 10 from 11am-7pm and Sunday, September 11, 12-6pm at The North Bethesda Marriott Convention Center in Bethesda, Maryland. Admission is $10 for a single day and $15 for both days.
For further information on the Small Press Expo Library Gift Program, please contact Warren Bernard at warren@spxpo.com.
For more information on the Small Press Expo, please visit http://www.spxpo.com.
Truitt on the Ultimates
'The Ultimates' kicks off Marvel's Ultimate relaunch
By Brian Truitt, USA TODAY August 23 2011
http://www.usatoday.com/life/comics/story/2011-08-23/The-Ultimates-kicks-off-Marvels-Ultimate-relaunch/50110254/1
By Brian Truitt, USA TODAY August 23 2011
http://www.usatoday.com/life/comics/story/2011-08-23/The-Ultimates-kicks-off-Marvels-Ultimate-relaunch/50110254/1
Aug 25: Warren Bernard on comics ads at Politics and Prose
I'll be there.
Warren Bernard - Drawing Power: A Compendium of Cartoon Advertising
Aug 25 2011 7:00 pm
The comic strip has its roots in advertising as well as in art. In the first book-length study of these dual sources, Rick Marschall, founder of Nemo: The Classic Comics Library, and Warren Bernard, a prolific commentator on and extensive collector of cartoons as well as the Executive Director of Small Press Expo, look at work from the 1870s to 1940, documenting how popular cartoon characters like the Yellow Kid, Little Orphan Annie, and Popeye have figured in advertising campaigns, and how their creators were highly sought-after pitchmen, selling products alongside the best movie stars in Hollywood. As part of his presentation, Bernard will have on-hand select original ads and other advertisting items from the era.
In anticipation of Small Press Expo (SPX) 2011 - being held September 10-11 in Bethesda, MD - a complimentary one-day pass to the show will be available with the purchase of Drawing Power at Politics and Prose on the night of the event. More information about SPX 2011 at www.spxpo.com.
Warren Bernard - Drawing Power: A Compendium of Cartoon Advertising
Aug 25 2011 7:00 pm
The comic strip has its roots in advertising as well as in art. In the first book-length study of these dual sources, Rick Marschall, founder of Nemo: The Classic Comics Library, and Warren Bernard, a prolific commentator on and extensive collector of cartoons as well as the Executive Director of Small Press Expo, look at work from the 1870s to 1940, documenting how popular cartoon characters like the Yellow Kid, Little Orphan Annie, and Popeye have figured in advertising campaigns, and how their creators were highly sought-after pitchmen, selling products alongside the best movie stars in Hollywood. As part of his presentation, Bernard will have on-hand select original ads and other advertisting items from the era.
In anticipation of Small Press Expo (SPX) 2011 - being held September 10-11 in Bethesda, MD - a complimentary one-day pass to the show will be available with the purchase of Drawing Power at Politics and Prose on the night of the event. More information about SPX 2011 at www.spxpo.com.
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Sept 9: Jim Woodring at Politics and Prose
Click for Jim Woodring's pre-SPX appearance at Politics and Prose.
And don't forget that our buddy Warren Bernard is talking comics ads this Thursday.
And don't forget that our buddy Warren Bernard is talking comics ads this Thursday.
Baltimore Comic-Con photos from Bruce Guthrie online now
I'm not going to link to Bruce's dozen pages, but you can find them on his site.
November 8: Joseph Farris at National Geographic
A Soldier's Sketchbook
- Date November 8, 2011
- Time 7:30 p.m.
- Location Washington, D.C.
- Price NG Member: $16; General Public: $18; Veterans and Military: $10
Joseph Farris in his new Nat Geo book A Soldier's Sketchbook: From the Front Lines of World War II tells the story of life in the foxholes as a young Army photographer, before becoming a renowned cartoonist, whose work has appeared on the cover and in the pages of the New Yorker magazine since 1971. Farris will converse with Anthony Swofford, author of the critically acclaimed Jarhead: A Marine's Chronicle of the Gulf War and Other Battles.
Seattle Times editorial about web cartoonists
MrFuddlesticks, the Renton Police Department and online civil liberties
Recently, the Renton Police Department was able to persuade a judge to issue a warrant to seek the identity of an online cartoonist. Though the case was dropped, guest columnists Nicole Ciandella and Ryan Radia suggest the case has implications for online civil liberties.
By Nicole Ciandella and Ryan Radia
Special to The Seattle Times August 22 2011
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/opinion/2015984761_guest23radia.html
Nicole Ciandella is a research associate at the Competitive Enterprise Institute in Washington, D.C., where Ryan Radia is associate director of technology studies.
Recently, the Renton Police Department was able to persuade a judge to issue a warrant to seek the identity of an online cartoonist. Though the case was dropped, guest columnists Nicole Ciandella and Ryan Radia suggest the case has implications for online civil liberties.
By Nicole Ciandella and Ryan Radia
Special to The Seattle Times August 22 2011
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/opinion/2015984761_guest23radia.html
Nicole Ciandella is a research associate at the Competitive Enterprise Institute in Washington, D.C., where Ryan Radia is associate director of technology studies.
Local cartoonists Wuerker, Toles, Telnaes mentioned in article as "especially valuable"
Staff Cartoonists Make a Comeback
by: Rob Tornoe
Editor & Publisher (August 23): http://www.editorandpublisher.com/Columns/Article/Staff-Cartoonists-Make-a-Comeback
Ok, Wuerker was the only 'especially valuable' one, but I'm sure the others are at least valuable.
Monday, August 22, 2011
Truitt on X-Men and Spider-island
Youth is being served, good and bad, in X-Men series
By Brian Truitt, USA TODAY
http://www.usatoday.com/life/comics/2011-08-16-Youth-is-served-good-and-bad-in-X-Men-comic-series_n.htm
Spider-baddies rob a bank in 'Spider-Island' digital finale
By Brian Truitt, USA TODAY May 22 2011
http://www.usatoday.com/life/comics/story/2011/08/Spider-baddies-rob-a-bank-in-Spider-Island-digital-finale/50091712/1
By Brian Truitt, USA TODAY
http://www.usatoday.com/life/comics/2011-08-16-Youth-is-served-good-and-bad-in-X-Men-comic-series_n.htm
Spider-baddies rob a bank in 'Spider-Island' digital finale
By Brian Truitt, USA TODAY May 22 2011
http://www.usatoday.com/life/comics/story/2011/08/Spider-baddies-rob-a-bank-in-Spider-Island-digital-finale/50091712/1
Artomatic@Frederick
From David Hagen (ComicsDC logo designer and Team Cul de Sac contributor)
Wanted to alert you that I'll be exhibiting lots of paintings at Artomatic next month.
http://www.artomaticfrederick.org/
They're holding it in Frederick, MD this year. A little outside the radius for subway riders, but a nice artsy community and trip out of town.
David
http://hagenillustration.blogspot.com/
Wanted to alert you that I'll be exhibiting lots of paintings at Artomatic next month.
http://www.artomaticfrederick.org/
They're holding it in Frederick, MD this year. A little outside the radius for subway riders, but a nice artsy community and trip out of town.
David
http://hagenillustration.blogspot.com/
SPX programming schedule announced
SPX programming schedule is online. For those interested in local cartoonist, Ann Telnaes is speaking on Sunday at 2:30 pm. Ann's an animator, turned Pulitzer-prize winning self-syndicated editorial cartoonist, turned editorial animator at the Washington Post.
3 additional local comics artists met at Baltimore Comic-Con
I met 3 local comics artists that I didn't previously know at the Baltimore Comic-Con this weekend. I'll be interviewing them for the City Paper to get more information on their careers, but quickly they are:
Marty Baumann, Pixar artist, and cartoonist
http://www.martybaumann.com
Mark Burrier, Illustrator, cartoonist and skateboard designer
http://markburrier.com
Mike Imboden, Writer and Hero for Hire
http://www.imboden.org
Marty Baumann, Pixar artist, and cartoonist
http://www.martybaumann.com
Mark Burrier, Illustrator, cartoonist and skateboard designer
http://markburrier.com
Mike Imboden, Writer and Hero for Hire
http://www.imboden.org
Two comics movies free in DC this week
August 26 Comcast Outdoor Film Festival
IRON MAN 2 (PG 13)
7:30 pm, FREE, with tickets
IRON MAN 2 (PG 13)
7:30 pm, FREE, with tickets
August 27 Comcast Outdoor Film Festival
DESPICABLE ME (PG)
7:30 pm, FREE, with tickets
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Quick Baltimore Comic-Con notes
Local cartoonists have a good presence, at what appears to be a very popular con this year.
Two that are new to me - Mark Burrier of Frederick and Pixar animator Marty Baumann of Arlington have tables. Burrier is next to Richmond's Adhouse books.
Steve Conley, John Gallagher with his new Buzzboy book, and Shannon Gallant are in the southwest corner, near Baumann. Close by them, Carla Speed McNeil and JK Snyder are on the south wall.
Jerry Carr, Jason Lytle and at least one other DC Conspiracy member are on the west wall. Opposite them in Mark Wheatley, who has 4 sketchbooks and 2 large Giclee prints for sale.
Joe Carabeo and Carolyn Belefski of Curls have a table - they've got 3 new minis. Rafer Roberts is at one labelled FUBAR. Jacob Warrenfeltz is at the con, but I haven't found his table yet. Same with Chris Piers and Bill McCay. Jim Dougan is roaming around and can be contacted through the Act-I-Vate table. Dougan's in the Act-I-Vate Primer which is for sale at the table.
I was asked what the deal of the con that I found was - I think it's Bernie Wrightson's original art from the Punisher POV for $60/page. For those with a love of Little Nemo, Jeremy Bastian has prints of the original art that he had last year for $25.
Back to the show. Pictures later or tomorrow.
Two that are new to me - Mark Burrier of Frederick and Pixar animator Marty Baumann of Arlington have tables. Burrier is next to Richmond's Adhouse books.
Steve Conley, John Gallagher with his new Buzzboy book, and Shannon Gallant are in the southwest corner, near Baumann. Close by them, Carla Speed McNeil and JK Snyder are on the south wall.
Jerry Carr, Jason Lytle and at least one other DC Conspiracy member are on the west wall. Opposite them in Mark Wheatley, who has 4 sketchbooks and 2 large Giclee prints for sale.
Joe Carabeo and Carolyn Belefski of Curls have a table - they've got 3 new minis. Rafer Roberts is at one labelled FUBAR. Jacob Warrenfeltz is at the con, but I haven't found his table yet. Same with Chris Piers and Bill McCay. Jim Dougan is roaming around and can be contacted through the Act-I-Vate table. Dougan's in the Act-I-Vate Primer which is for sale at the table.
I was asked what the deal of the con that I found was - I think it's Bernie Wrightson's original art from the Punisher POV for $60/page. For those with a love of Little Nemo, Jeremy Bastian has prints of the original art that he had last year for $25.
Back to the show. Pictures later or tomorrow.
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