BOOK REVIEW: 'Perfect Nonsense'
By Michael Taube - The Washington Times May 1 2014
Thursday, May 1, 2014
PERFECT NONSENSE: THE CHAOTIC COMICS AND GOOFY GAMES OF GEORGE CARLSON
Edited by Daniel F. Yezbick
Fantagraphics Books, $49.99, 320 pages
Monday, May 05, 2014
Cosplay Parade Press Release - Cosplayers needed on May 16!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Chris Wanamaker, (202) 262 2083 president@dcanimeclub.org
DC Anime Club Seeks Cosplayers
for Cosplay Parade 2014
We DC Anime Club are looking for Cosplayers to participate in our 2014 Cosplay Parade, which will be a part of Fiesta Asia Parade.
Cosplayers are welcome to Cosplay any character they wish as long as it's family friendly. We will march in the Fiesta Asia Parade Saturday May 16, 2014 Pennsylvania Avenue between Third and Sixth Streets NW, Washington, DC. We will meet up at 12pm at the Nearest Subway Station: Archives Navy Memorial Green line. All Cosplayers are to arrive at Archives Navy Memorial Subway Station at 10am and we will proceed to the parade route.
THE PARADE ITSELF STARTS AT 2PM. THIS GIVES PARTICIPANTS ENOUGH TIME TO ENJOY FIESTA ASIA UNTIL IT IS TIME FOR US TO LINE UP FOR THE PARADE.
Please rsvp at the following facebook link https://www.facebook.com/events/120232701501418/
or email president@dcanimeclub.org
For more Information please contact: president@dcanimeclub.org or call 202 262 2083.
This event is free and open to the public.
For more information please visit the DC Anime Club website at http://dcanimeclub.org.
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About DC Anime Club:
DCAC was established in 2003 to introduce and educate people in the Washington, DC area about East Asian culture, through viewing and discussion of Japanese animation (also known as anime) and Japanese comics (manga). DCAC is a 501(c) (3) not for profit organization, contributions to DC Anime Club are taxed deductible to the extent allowable under the law.
The club also works to provide a positive, alternative activity to the youth in the area by exposing them to foreign culture, encouraging artistic expression and creativity, and providing opportunities for participation in community activities and leadership.
In addition to our bi-weekly meetings, the club holds an Annual Art Show, an Annual Costume fundraising event, and visits local schools to do presentations on anime. The club also works with the Smithsonian Freer Gallery and DC Asian Pacific American Film Festival on their anime screenings, and has helped locally promote performances for Japanese bands such as Puffy Ami Yumi and Pine am. DC Anime Club was founded by Chris Wanamaker (President), Jules Chang (Former Vice President) and Craig Vaughn (Vice President) on Saturday June 5, 2003. We have a strong membership that continues to grow -- most of which are teenagers.
Tom Toles interview online at the City Paper
WaPo Cartoonist Tom Toles Tries a New Medium: Musical Theater
by Mike Rhode on May. 5, 2014
FCBD at Fantom Comics, again
Celebrating Free Comic Book Day At Washington DC's Fantom Comics
By Devon Sanders
May 3, 2014
The Comic Age on FCBD at Fantom Comics
[Free Comic Book Day 2014] Fantom Comics, DC Conspiracy, Square City, & More!
BY: ALEX LUPP - MAY 5TH, 2014
Steadman movie reviewed in Express
One-of-a-Kind Splatter Film [online as 'For No Good Reason' director Charlie Paul wanted a film as unique as its subject, Ralph Steadman]
BY KRISTEN PAGE-KIRBY
[Washington Post] Express May 2 2014
Landmark E Street Cinema, 555 11th St. NW; opens Fri.; 202-783-9494, landmarktheatres.com. (Metro Center)
Sunday, May 04, 2014
That Darn Toles
Letter to the Editor
The legacy of John Paul II
David N. Bossie, Darlene Sochurek
Washington Post May 3 2014
The Post's obituary for Al Feldstein
Al Feldstein, 88: Mad magazine editor found humor in subversion [online as Al Feldstein, longtime editor of Mad magazine, dies at 88]
By Matt Schudel, Washington Post May 4 2014
http://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/comics/al-feldstein-longtime-editor-of-mad-magazine-dies-at-88/2014/05/02/4e4d9240-d14e-11e3-a6b1-45c4dffb85a6_story.htmlBig Planet Comic's Free Comic Book Day 2014
FCBD seems to have sunk into the public's conciousness.
Joel Pollack provided these pictures of the Bethesda store and notes, "...every BPC store had its best day ever. I'm guessing that's true for every participating store in the country. Photos by Stuart McIntire, a customer (box #6) and friend since day one (04/11/86)."
Darn, I'm box #45. It'll take me years to move up!
I'll have some more photographs soon.
Joel Pollack provided these pictures of the Bethesda store and notes, "...every BPC store had its best day ever. I'm guessing that's true for every participating store in the country. Photos by Stuart McIntire, a customer (box #6) and friend since day one (04/11/86)."
Darn, I'm box #45. It'll take me years to move up!I'll have some more photographs soon.
Saturday, May 03, 2014
PR: Lion Forge Roars into Free Comic Book Day
In case you want to get an even 60 free comic books...
For Immediate Release
Lion Forge Roars into Free Comic Book Day
Lion Forge to Giveaway Three of Their Most Popular Digital Titles
Los Angeles, Calif. – May 2, 2014 –Digital publisher Lion Forge Comics is ready to join the annual event known as Free Comic Book Day by giving away three of their most popular digital titles to fans participating in the biggest comic book event of the year. While many stores can run out of their print editions, Lion Forge's free giveaway of these No.1 issues is guaranteed to stay in stock. All three comics are DRM-free as well.
To receive your free digital downloads, visit Lionforge.com/free-comic-book-day and enter your email address. You'll receive a download link for the following three issues:
Roboy No.1 – Written by Brandon Easton, Aiden Cross looks like your average 12 year old boy, he's a video game pro, and unbeatable at kickball. Thing is Aiden isn't like other boys his age; he has super strength, can talk with computers and has glowing circuits in his body. Aiden is a robot (actually, he is more of an android but he just doesn't know it yet). Roboy follows Aidens adventures as he goes on a quest to find his creator while defending the city from an on-coming robot invasion.
Catalyst Prime: Quincredible No.1 – Written by David Gorden, a new cosmic event will spur the next great step in evolution. People who have randomly come into contact with powerful meteorites are gaining superhuman abilities. Now they must decide how to use their powers. Will it be for good or for evil? How will they function in a world that no longer makes any sense? How will they deal with the people that fear them and their new powers? And those who are willing to stop at nothing to exploit them?
Trimaxx No.1 – When Mayuri "Mo" O'Connor discovers that she is the only person in the world that can sync with and control the robotic guardian Trimaxx she embarks on a journey to become the world's greatest hero, protecting the planet from its greatest threat - the evil alien empire known as the Mechani.
"We love Free Comic Book Day," said David Steward, CEO of Lion Forge Comics. "We think of ourselves as fans first and a comic book company second. We're happy to be joining the other major publishers on a day that celebrates what millions around the world love – comics! And we know fans will enjoy these free digital downloads that they can take with them everywhere on their smartphones and tablets."
About Lion Forge Comics
Lion Forge is a St. Louis-based transmedia studio with a focus on digital publishing. With both original and licensed titles, Lion Forge brings together the brightest talent to acquire and develop content and character franchises within the comic book, television, film and interactive gaming industries. Lion Forge applies cinematic elements to each property to create compelling, story-driven experiences from start to finish, bringing unique entertainment experiences to both traditional and digital marketplaces. For more information, please visit www.lionforge.com or the Lion Forge Facebook and Twitter pages.
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May 3: Free Comic Book Day at Big Planet Comics
We have over 60 different FREE comic books to give away, so come by and grab some of your favorites! You can see a list of all the titles available at the official website: http://www.freecomicbookday.com/
We are also hosting 6 different comic book creators at our stores:
College Park, MD -- 11am-1pm -- Brooke Allen and Grace Ellis
Vienna, VA -- noon-2pm -- Carolyn Belefski and Joe Carabeo
Bethesda, MD -- 1pm-3pm -- Joe Sutliff
Washington, DC -- 1pm-3pm -- Teresa Roberts Logan
Vienna, VA -- 2pm-4pm -- Brooke Allen and Grace Ellis
Brooke and Grace are co-creators of Lumberjanes, the new comic from Boom.
Carolyn, Joe, other Joe, and Teresa are all contributors to Magic Bullet and volunteering their time for the "Cartoonists Draw Blood" blood drive on May 31, at Seekers Church across from the Takoma metro.
Friday, May 02, 2014
Washington Post on Ralph Steadman documentary
'For No Good Reason' movie review: The wild art of a mild man
Charlie Paul - "For No Good Reason" goes behind the scenes with artist Ralph Steadman, best known for his work illustrating Hunter S. Thompson's stories.
By Michael O'Sullivan,
Washington Post May 2 2014
http://www.washingtonpost.com/goingoutguide/movies/for-no-good-reason-movie-review-the-wild-art-of-a-mild-man/2014/04/30/063ab826-cef5-11e3-937f-d3026234b51c_story.htmlRALPH STEADMAN: Gonzo journalist unmasks the passion behind new bio-docu 'For No Good Reason'
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By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog May 1 2014
- http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/comic-riffs/wp/2014/05/01/ralph-steadman-gonzo-journalist-unmasks-the-passion-behind-new-bio-docu-for-no-good-reason/
Fairfax Times covers comics
Shops worldwide open doors for Free Comic Book Day
http://www.fairfaxtimes.com/article/20140430/ENTERTAINMENT/140439940&template=fairfaxTimes
POW! Comic book art hits the mark
Prince George's native Richards talks about Marvel, 'Agents of SHIELD' and Deathlok
http://www.fairfaxtimes.com/article/20140428/ENTERTAINMENT/140429364&template=fairfaxTimesMovies' marvels, mutants have time on their side
http://www.fairfaxtimes.com/article/20140430/ENTERTAINMENT/140439936&template=fairfaxTimesKevin Rechin recommends books on working in America for the Department of Labor
Book Recommendation
Kevin Rechin
Cartoonist and Illustrator
Books that Shaped Work in America (May 2014)
May 3: Shrek the Musical
....is brought to you by the students at Washington-Lee High School in Arlington. The last show on May 3rd will have an evening performance at 7pm. Ticket prices for Shrek: $7 in advance and $10 at the door.
I saw this tonight, and it was really a lot of fun. The kids did a great job! It's the perfect way to end your Free Comic Book Day!
Free Comic Book Day pre-planning
1. Here's my City Paper bit with some recommendations.
In preparation for the "Cartoonists Draw Blood" blood drive we are putting on with the American Red Cross later in the month (May 31 at Seekers Church near Takoma Metro), several of the contributing artists will be making appearances at local comic stores to promote and encourage people to sign up to donate blood.
Visit these fine creators on May 3 for FCBD:
Joe Carabeo and Carolyn Belefski at Big Planet Comics
426 Maple Avenue E., Vienna, VA
NOON to 2PM
Joe Carabeo and Carolyn Belefski at Big Planet Comics
426 Maple Avenue E., Vienna, VA
NOON to 2PM
Teresa Roberts Logan at Big Planet Comics
1520 U Street, NW, Washington, DC
1PM to 3PM
1520 U Street, NW, Washington, DC
1PM to 3PM
Joe Sutliff at Big Planet Comics
4849 Cordell Avenue, Bethesda, MD
1PM to 3PM
4849 Cordell Avenue, Bethesda, MD
1PM to 3PM
Troy-Jeffrey Allen and Matt Rawson at Fantom Comics
50 Massachusetts Avenue, NE, Washington, DC
50 Massachusetts Avenue, NE, Washington, DC
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Beyond Comics,18749 B North Frederick Rd, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20879 says
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Of
course...Free comics! Get additional comics with a non-perishable food
donation. Meet comic artists Rafer Roberts, Carl Yonder and John
Watkins-Chow!
New webcomic from Troy-Jeffey Allen launches this weekend
OFFICIAL RELEASE:
Free Comic Book Day isn't just at your local comic shop, but also online. On Saturday, May 3, 2014, join artist Jay Payne and writer Troy-Jeffrey Allen (me!) as we unveil BamnComics.com
BamnComics.com will be the home to our weekly ongoing webseries about Bamn, a washed-up pro wrestler attempting to dismantle the hierarchy of Hayts High School. When a group of teenage misfits find themselves endlessly tormented by bullies, the kids require the services of the surly former world champion to teach them how to defend themselves. In the end, the teens might teach Bamn a thing or two, as well. If you love wrestling, nerds, action, comedy, or free things, then kick out and kick @$$ on May 3, 2014!
The site will be updated every Wednesday with a new installment. Also, this new site will be the place to go for news, artwork, and merchandise! Most importantly...it's free.
Be sure to visit us anytime after midnight on May 3rd and witness the Free Comic Day debut by simply going to www.BamnComics.com.
Take Care.
Troy-Jeffrey Allen
Writer|Producer
The Post on Amazing Spider-Man 2
'The Amazing Spider-Man 2' review: Web-spinning superhero returns with mixed results
By Ann Hornaday, Washington Post May 2 2014
'Amazing Spider-Man 2' aims for big box-office win, but the stars try to stay grounded
By Steve Dollar,
Washington Post: May 2 2014
The lazy plotting and racial politics of 'The Amazing Spider-Man 2′
By Alyssa Rosenberg
Washington Post's Act Four blog May 2 2014
Jamie Foxx's Electro in 'The Amazing Spider-Man 2′ is a badly drawn baddie
By Kristen Page-Kirby
[Washington Post] Express May 2 2014
http://www.washingtonpost.com/express/wp/2014/05/01/jamie-foxx-electro-amazing-spider-man-2/
SPIDER-MAN WEEK: With 'Superior Foes,' writer Nick Spencer spins a fine comedic line
By David Betancourt
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog April 29 2014
SPIDER-MAN WEEK: In Miles Morales relaunch, Bendis spins future of leadership and romance
By David Betancourt
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog
May 2 014
Steve Brodner in today's Post
Caricaturist Steve Brodner illustrated an article in today's Washington Post Style section. Only 1 of the images is online.
Tomorrow is FCBD at Big Planet Comics
Don't miss it! Doors open at 11 AM.
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Joel Pollack
BIG PLANET COMICS
4849 Cordell Ave.
Bethesda, MD 20814
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Joel Pollack
BIG PLANET COMICS
4849 Cordell Ave.
Bethesda, MD 20814
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