Sept 14: Carol Tyler at Library of Congress

The Triumphs and Troubles of Telling the Tyler Story

Carol Tyler will discuss her creative life in Comics to a 'T': The Triumphs and Troubles of Telling the Tyler Story. A pioneer of the "autobiographical" comics genre, she uses her own experience to tackle the complex issues of the human experience. With grace, humor, and style, her work has helped shape the direction of comics. This includes "The Hannah Story," a powerful story about loss, which was named one of the Top 100 Cartoons of the 20th Century. Carol was recently given the title 'Master Cartoonist' by CXC, at the Billy Ireland Cartoon Art Museum in Columbus.

Tyler's 2015 book Soldier's Heart, about her Dad's trauma from WWII and its impact on her family, received a Gold Medal Award from the Society of Illustrators, the Cartoonist Studio Prize from Slate Book Review, eleven Eisner Award nominations, two Ignatz Award nominations, and was twice a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize. Carol's latest book, Fab4Mania, details her personal obsession with the Beatles and her concert-going experience as told from her thirteen-year-old self's point of view.

Join us for an engaging talk by one of the comics industry's finest!

This is the 6th annual SPX festival program sponsored by the Serial & Government Publications Division.

Friday, September 14th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
West Dining Room, 6th Floor, Madison Building
Library of Congress

Sponsored by the Serial and Government Publications Division
For further information contact: Georgia Higley ghig@loc.gov or 202-707-2963
Please request ADA accommodations five days in advance at (202) 707-6362 or ada@loc.gov

Rosarium Publishing at Small Press Expo

SPX (September 15th-16th) attendees include

Bizhan Khodabandeh at the DC Comic Conspiracy G8-10

Marguerite Dabaie

Whit Taylor

 Also attending will be Rosarium Head Bill Campbell and Marketing Manager Melissa Riggio!

Magic Bullet 17 preview

Editor Andrew Cohen says, "We're excited to present the first look at the cover for MAGIC BULLET 17, featuring art by Amilye Saunders. Issues will be hitting the streets starting Friday, September 7, and continuing through the rest of the month. This issue features over thirty artists, and we're proud to present them as they appear in the table of contents: 

Bing Kung

Eric Gordon

Carlos Torres

Rob Ciesielski

Digo Salazar

David Ross and Seyoung Park

Maria Sweeney

Mike Brace

Bruce Fasick

John Watkins-Chow

Bozo

Duff and Mr. Armpit

Anna Selheim

Chris Artiga-Oliver

Chris Mararac

Merle Wriedt

Greg Halyako

Mark Lindblom

Rafer Roberts

Bizhan Khodabandeh

Teresa Roberts Logan

Andrew Cohen

Jon Poliszuk

Carolyn Belefski and Joe Carabeo

Carl Yonder

Karl Perez and Hobbes Holluck

Mike Cowgill

Beppy and Mary Knotts

G.R. Lear

Zoe Nehrbass"

Sept 15: Scott Campbell at Politics and Prose

Drew Daywalt and Scott Campbell - Sleepy, the Goodnight Buddy

Saturday, September 15, 2018 - 10:30 a.m.

https://www.politics-prose.com/event/book/drew-daywalt-and-scott-campbell-sleepy-goodnight-buddy

Roderick hates going to bed so much that he'll say anything to delay the dreaded nighttime ritual. His parents, frustrated with their son's antics, give him Sleepy, a stuffed animal to cuddle at bedtime. To Roderick's surprise, Sleepy turns out to be a rather chatty companion. Will Sleepy's endless pestering become too exhausting for even Roderick to bear? Told entirely in witty dialogue and with expressive illustrations that bring the humor to life, this is a story for good and bad sleepers alike. Ages 3-7.

 

 

This event is free to attend with no reservation required. Seating is available on a first come, first served basis.
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Politics and Prose

5015 Connecticut Ave NW   Washington   DC    20008

Shannon Gallant debuts in Beano!

From his Facebook page (with permission):

To my peeps in England, if you're out and about, today is the day my first work appears in the classic kid magazine Beano!  [Beano has been around for] 80 years! Yep, my first work for them! Unless they wise up, i should be on it for a little bit anyway. Thanks to my pal Ned Hartley I've been given the chance to earn my GB street cred! [I'm doing] the oddly named Tricky Dicky. He pulls pranks all the time. The red haired kid in the bottom right hand corner is from one of my strips in the mag. Ned writes Banana Man for them. Some peeps might remember that character from the cartoons they broadcast on Nickelodeon back when they also aired Danger Mouse circa 1983 (+/-).

Sept 28-30: Baltimore Book Festival's comic pavillion

Curated by Artway Alliance, whose mission is to teach students of various ages and artistic backgrounds how to create and market their original ideas for characters and stories with the help of Independent and Mainstream Artists and Writers in the industry.

Charm City Comic Pavilion

http://www.baltimorebookfestival.com/schedule/location/29/Charm-City-Comic-Pavilion

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Stage: In front of the Maryland Science Center, Inner Harbor Promenade

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Friday, September 28

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12PM

Pokemon Go & Draw with Anna Richardson

Join AWA Artists as they show you how to draw some of your favorite Pokemon characters. From the original 151 to the new Sun & Moon starters, these artists know them all. Participants may even help to create their own creatures!  Bring your Pokedex and creativity!

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1:30PM

How to Drawing Chibi

Chibi is a style formed from Japanese anime and manga, the word itself means "small child". This is fitting for a style that exaggerates features like head size and shape, height, and eye size. In this class students will learn to transform a character into a Chibi! We will explore different styles of Chibi as well as pinpointing key features to capture the identity and attitude of a character.

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3PM

Be Your Own Superhero with C. Edward Sellner

We may not live in a world where people fly or lift cars, but we can all discover our own super-powers and be a real super-hero! Join a fun workshop and learn about the great heroes and heroines of comics who are more popular today than ever! Learn what it takes to be a real super-hero, and design your own superhero look! This is an active and artistic workshop for children and youth ages 6 and up.

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Saturday, September 29

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12PM

Drawing Dynamic Expressions with Dennis Johnson

Give your characters new life with dynamic expressions! In this workshop, you will learn the basics of drawing facial features as well as how to manipulate them. This is essential for conveying emotions ranging from happiness and joy to anger and pain. Come discuss how facial features, expression, and body language can enhance your ability to portray strong emotion.

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1:30PM

How to Draw Superhero's and Villains with Duane Pearson

What makes a good hero? Come learn the answer to this question and create your own hero. Whether a detective like Batman or a mutant like Wolverine, discover how to create a hero that the Justice League and Avengers would beg to be on their team. Alongside every hero you have a compelling Villain. From costume to personality, learn how to make a villain that stands out among any rogue's gallery.

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3PM

Composing Sequential Art for Comic Books with Colin Byrd

This workshop will show you how to compose a complete image in sequential art. Instruction will focus on scene design, angles, tone, composition, composition, and traditional art-making essentials.

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Sunday, September 30

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12PM

Motion Graphics and Animation with Lateef A. Reid

In this workshop we will be looking at Adobe Illustrator and how it can be used for Animation as well as Motion Graphics.

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1:30PM

Hit Confirm: a Brief History of Character Design for Video Games with Tyrone Barnes

Video games are the only mainstream art form in which the audience is not just present, but rather participating in the story. Its characters are not ones to simply be watched, but "used."  How does one find a way to make a compelling character that is just as much fun to use as to watch? Game designers have come up with a lot of answers to this question over the years. Come sit down with Tyrone Barnes to see a brief summary of them! Q&A afterwards.

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3PM

Comics in Culture: Crafting Social Issues in Storytelling with Jordan Clark

Hear from Comic Book Writer Jordan Clark and how he explored social issues using two of his newest projects "Elk Mountain" and "The Black Experience". This discussion will cover topics like the need for inclusion in storytelling and how to accurately portray different identities.

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Oct 3: “Spiked”: A Conversation with Rob Rogers & Other Editorial Cartoonists

Oct 3 2018

"Spiked": A Conversation with Rob Rogers & Other Editorial Cartoonists

by The Corcoran School of the Arts and Design @ GW

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spiked-a-conversation-with-rob-rogers-other-editorial-cartoonists-tickets-48467163591

Date and Time

Wed, October 3, 2018

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT

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Location

Corcoran School of the Arts and Design

500 17th Street Northwest

Washington, DC 20006

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Description

On the evening of October 3, Rob Rogers and several other editorial cartoonists will be giving an intimate panel talk at the Corcoran School of the Arts & Design on the issues of censorship, freedom of the press, journalistic integrity and the consequences of nationalism to a democracy. Audience members will have a chance to ask questions. Tickets are limited! This event is put on in partnership with the Association of American Editorial Cartoonists (AAEC) and GW's School for Media and Public Affairs (SMPA), and is part of a larger series of conversations with students and faculty as part of the "Spiked" exhibition.

Admission is free! This event will take place in the Hammer Auditorium at Flagg Building; Corcoran School of the Arts & Design, 500 17th Street NW.

More about the "Spiked" exhibition:

Exhibition open July 18 - October 14, Open to the public Tues – Fri, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Weekends, 1 – 6 p.m.

Admission is free.

Atrium Galleries at Flagg Building

500 17th Street NW

Corcoran School of the Arts and Design

Washington, DC 20006

After 25 years at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, editorial cartoonist Rob Rogers was fired in June 2018. Prior to his dismissal, the newspaper refused to publish a series of cartoons produced over three months, starting in March 2018. We invite you to Spiked: The Unpublished Political Cartoons of Rob Rogers to see the original works of Rogers' unpublished editorial cartoons, alongside larger, colorized versions that the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette withheld from publication. In addition to our opening reception on July 18, this fall the Corcoran School of the Arts and Design will be hosting a series of conversations regarding issues around censorship, freedom of the press, journalistic integrity and the consequences of nationalism to a democracy in collaboration with both the Association of American Editorial Cartoonists (AAEC) and GW's School for Media and Public Affairs (SMPA).

This exhibit was organized in conjunction with University Art Gallery, University of Pittsburgh and in collaboration with the Association of American Editorial Cartoonists (AAEC).

The exhibit will show 18 cartoons or ideas spiked between March 6 and June 3, 2018 (10 finished cartoons and 8 sketches).

PR: Announcing Debut Books at SPX 2018

Check out the books debuting at SPX 2018

For Immediate Release Contact: Eden Miller Email: press@smallpressexpo.com Debuting Books at Small Press Expo 2018 Bethesda, Maryland - September 1, 2018 Media Release - Small Press Expo is thrilled to announce that nearly 200 books and comics will debut at the 2018 festival. The festival takes place on Saturday and Sunday, September 15-16, at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center and will have over 650 creators, 280 exhibitor tables and 22 programming slots to introduce attendees to the amazing world of independent and small press comics. A complete list of debuts, including cover images and publishing information, can be found on the SPX web site. SPX 2018 is proud to list a highlighted selection of books debuting this year: Bastard After taking part in a historic heist — 52 simultaneous robberies at the same time, in the same city — May and Eugene are now on the run not only from the law and double-crossed former accomplices, but also their violent past. In a surprising twist, these criminals are the unlikely pairing of a young mother and her preteen son. Thus begins the intense, yet touching, Bastard, Max de Radiguès's Fantagraphics debut. The Nib Magazine #1 Acclaimed daily comic publisher focusing on current events, The Nib is launching their first ever printed works. With brand-new, original comics from over 20 top-notch artists, the Death issue shares intimate personal stories, dark humor and thought-provoking reporting on the facts of life and death. Compiled and edited by The Nib's Matt Bors Space Academy 123 Surviving school is tough; now imagine peer pressure and midterms while hurtling through the vacuum of space. Mickey Zacchilli blends Starfleet with Degrassi to make a classroom saga that recalls manga, Sunday funnies and composition book epics scrawled while ignoring the periodic table. Blame This on the Boogie Blame this on the Boogie chronicles the adventures of a Filipino American girl born in the decade of disco who escapes life's hardships and mundanity through the genre's feel good song and dance numbers. Rina Ayuyang explores how the glowing charm of the silver screen can transform one's reality, shaping their approach to childhood, relationships, sports, reality TV, and eventually politics, parenthood, and mortality. 120 Project Anthology A collection of short stories by writers and artists from across the country, this timely and punchy anthology explores contemporary issues, conflicts, and dialogues about race, gender, politics, diversity, discrimination, equality, activism, police brutality, free speech, family values, protest, immigration, bans, legislation, fear, hope, dreams, and current American reality. All contributors lent their time and artistry to this endeavor, and all proceeds will go to the ACLU. Edited by Oliver Mertz and Sarah Beth Oppenheim. Homebody New from Ignatz-nominated cartoonist, Richie Pope. A recluse takes a tour of brand new luxury apartments with the help of The Manager to escape her monotonous life and the disturbing memory of a recent event that happened in her own apartment complex. The Secret Voice Vol. 1 The first chapter in a grand fantasy epic filled with psychic warrior monks, magic battles, monsters, and romance from the mind of Zack Soto. Doctor Galapagos, famed warrior-monk and agent of the ineffable Red College, is on a desperate mission to unite the realms of magic and man in a last-ditch effort to stop the seemingly invincible forces of the Smog Emperor. Visit the SPX 2018 Website for More Info About This Years Show Small Press Expo (SPX) is the preeminent showcase for the exhibition of independent comics, graphic novels, and alternative political cartoons. SPX is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit that brings together more than 650 artists and publishers to meet their readers, booksellers, and distributors each year. Graphic novels, mini comics, and alternative comics will all be on display and for sale by their authors and illustrators. The expo includes a series of panel discussions and interviews with this year's guests. The Ignatz Award is a festival prize held every year at SPX recognizing outstanding achievement in comics and cartooning, with the winners chosen by attendees at the show. As in previous years, profits from the SPX will go to support the SPX Graphic Novel Gift Program, which funds graphic novel purchases for public and academic libraries. For more information on the Small Press Expo, please visit http://www.smallpressexpo.com. Small Press Expo P.O. Box 5704 Bethesda, Maryland 20824 www.smallpressexpo.com Email: press@smallpressexpo.com STAY CONNECTED ‌ ‌ ‌

Tomorrow, Sept 5: Martha Kennedy speaks on women cartoonists

Martha H. Kennedy - Drawn to Purpose: American Women Illustrators and Cartoonists — at Politics and Prose at The Wharf

Wednesday, September 5, 2018 - 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

https://www.politics-prose.com/event/book/martha-h-kennedy-drawn-to-purpose-american-women-illustrators-and-cartoonists-politics

Kennedy's ground-breaking survey presents in detail the lives and work of eighty women illustrators from the late nineteenth century to today. Starting with Golden Age artists Mary Hallock Foote and Alice Barber Stephens, working through the twentieth-century careers of Jessie Gillespie and Edwina Dumm and on to today's Roz Chast and Lynda Barry—among many others—Kennedy, curator of popular and applied graphic art in the Prints and Photographs Division at the Library of Congress, draws on the Library's collections to highlight an important and overlooked tradition. Her discussion includes not just comics but cover designs, editorial illustrations and political cartoons; she also highlights issues central to women artists, such as access to artistic training, the impact of marriage and children on careers, and gender bias in the marketplace.

 

This event is free to attend with no reservation required. Seating is available on a first come, first served basis.
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Politics and Prose at the Wharf   70 District Square SW   Washington   DC    20008

Whoops - Marvel film festival going on now at Air & Space Museum

Smithsonian to Host a Marvel Film Festival 

http://scoop.previewsworld.com/Home/4/1/73/1012?ArticleID=217575

It started August 30, and continues through Sept. 6th.

The Post reviews a new book on Mayazaki

What ties the magical worlds of Hayao Miyazaki's movies together? [in print as For Miyazaki fans, a grand tour of life facts and animated fantasies]

By Mark Jenkins

Washington Post September 2 2018, p. E7

online at https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/books/what-ties-the-magical-worlds-of-hayao-miyazakis-movies-together/2018/08/28/91e7bdbe-a610-11e8-97ce-cc9042272f07_story.html

MIYAZAKIWORLD

A Life in Art

By Susan Napier. 344 pp. $30.

Yale University Press

Comic Riffs' Cavna on Marie Severin

Hall of Fame artist Marie Severin, 89, was a beloved and irrepressible comics pioneer

By Michael Cavna

Washington Post Comic Riffs  blog August 31 2018

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/comic-riffs/wp/2018/08/31/hall-of-fame-artist-marie-severin-is-saluted-as-a-beloved-comics-pioneer/

More on SPX's backing of defendants in lawsuit

SPX, CBLDF Create $20K Legal Fund for 11 Cartoonists in Defamation Suit

By Calvin Reid

Aug 30, 2018

https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/comics/article/77878-spx-cbldf-create-20k-legal-fund-for-11-cartoonists-in-defamation-suit.html

The Post's obituary for comic book artist Marie Severin

Marie Severin, versatile Hall of Fame comic-book illustrator, dies at 89

By Matt Schudel

August 30 2018

https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/obituaries/marie-severin-versatile-hall-of-fame-comic-book-illustrator-dies-at-89/2018/08/30/5ab73fa2-ac6b-11e8-b1da-ff7faa680710_story.html

ICv2 on latest SPX cause.

SPX DONATES $20,000 TO FUND DEFAMATION DEFENSE

In Indy Comics Internecine Warfare

Posted by Milton Griepp on August 31, 2018

https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/41265/spx-donates-20-000-fund-defamation-defense

Sept 14: Ngozi Ukazu at East City Books

CHECK PLEASE, Ngozi Ukazu

Friday, September 14, 2018 - 6:30pm

645 Pennsylvania Ave SE

Washington, DC  20003

tel  202.290.1636

https://www.eastcitybookshop.com/event/check-please-ngozi-ukazu

 

East City Bookshop is proud to present Ngozi Ukazu, author of Check Please, for a reading, book discussion, and signing. 

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 "Ukazu, who began Bitty's story as an uberpopular webcomic, folds in plenty of hockey terms and highlights team camaraderie while skillfully dismantling themes of toxic masculinity...A slow-burn same-sex romance is just the icing on the cake (sorry--pie) in this irresistibly fun and utterly charming sports story. Volume two can't come fast enough" -- Booklist, starred review

"The art relies on thick linework and facial shots to tell the story, playing to Ukazu's knack for pithy, personality-showing dialogue. Ukazu blends a series of tropes (coming-of-age, coming out, an outsider finding acceptance) into one coherent, amusing tale." -- Publishers Weekly

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Ngozi Ukazu is the creator of Check, Please!, a massively popular online graphic novel. She graduated from Yale University in 2013 and received a master's in sequential art in 2015 from the Savannah College of Art and Design. While she used her intensive knowledge of ice hockey to launch Check, Please! in 2013, Ngozi has a deep interest in sports that ranges from half-marathon training to basketball documentaries. Ngozi also cites '90s sitcoms as a major influence in the quirky, found-family feel of Check, Please!

New comics column in Richmond's RVA Magazine

RVA MAG COMICS X-CHANGE: ISSUE 1 by Ash Griffith

RVA Mag Comics X-Change is a bi-weekly comic column which dives into the latest and upcoming releases, along with insider info from local and regional comic book shop owners. READ MORE .