KAL wins Overseas Press Club of America Award

https://opcofamerica.org/2020-opc-award-winners/

Veteran cartoonist Kevin "KAL" Kallaugher joined some select company with his fifth career OPC Award for Best Cartoon as his crow quill found favorite subjects in China, Vladimir Putin, climate change and deadly conspiracies. Only nine journalists have more than five career OPC awards.

THE BEST CARTOON AWARD

Best print or digital graphic journalism, including cartoons, on international affairs

Sponsor: Daimler

Kevin Kallaugher (pen name KAL)

Judges: Kevin "KAL" Kallaugher seems like a cartoonist transported from a bygone era, while still creating compelling work that resonates with today's audience. His impeccable pen and ink cross-hatching and weaponized bobble-headed caricatures might look at home on newspaper editorial pages of a century ago, which seems fitting since that was the last time we saw a global pandemic on the scale of COVID-19.

Constructing Comics - Episode 200- An Interview with Joshua Starnes

Constructing Comics - Episode 200- An Interview with Joshua Starnes

Noah Ray and Matt Kund

Constructing Comics Podcast April 6 2021

https://soundcloud.com/user-608556812/constructing-comics-episode-200-an-interview-with-joshua-starnes

On Episode 200 of Constructing Comics - Noah and Matt interview Joshua Starnes writer of "The Box" coming in August 2021 for Red 5 Comics. We talk writing stories, influence of films, and submitting an art portfolio to a publisher.

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Jude Jones on the superhero Icon

Respectable Icons: Milestone Media's "Icon" and the Politics of Presentability

Jude  Jones

NeoText April 2021

https://neotextcorp.com/culture/respectable-icons-milestone-medias-icon-and-the-politics-of-presentability/

How Icon and the Politics of Respectability Shaped Barack Obama (and Me)

A proud New Orleanian living in the District of Columbia, Jude Jones is a professional thinker, amateur photographer, burgeoning runner, and lover of Black culture, love, and life. Magneto and Cyclops (and Killmonger) were right. You can read more from Jude here.

Ann Telnaes goes to war

We're all in this together — unless you're a Republican

By Ann Telnaes

April 1, 2021

https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2021/04/01/telnaes-cartoon-republicans-coronavirus-wwii-posters/

Tom King's New God movie cancelled

Ava DuVernay's New Gods and The Trench films shelved at WB

The two long gestating films have been put on the shelf.

Heidi MacDonald

04/02/2021 

https://www.comicsbeat.com/ava-duvernays-new-gods-and-the-trench-films-shelved-at-wb/

YouNeek Studios Q&A with their new publisher Dark Horse

Dark Horse Comics: YouNeek Studios Q&A and Live Art

Dark Horse Comics April 1 2021

https://www.twitch.tv/videos/971566529

The latest comic from The Lily

I used to laugh off anti-Asian jokes. Now, I will stick up for myself every time.

It's been too easy to downplay racism in the past

(Tenzing Lhamo Dorjee for The Lily)

Tenzing Lhamo Dorjee

Mar. 31, 2021

https://www.thelily.com/i-used-to-laugh-off-anti-asian-jokes-now-i-will-stick-up-for-myself-every-time/

'Wonder Woman: Heartless' audiobook set in DC

On the heels of Wonder Woman 1984, Realm (formerly Serial Box) is releasing a new audio book where Wonder Woman is living in DC. The writers and voice actor got together recently to discuss the creation of the story.

Behind the Scenes of 'Wonder Woman: Heartless'

Amanda Rose Smith (Head of Audio at Serial Box), Natalie C. Parker (writer), Tessa Gratton (writer), Alaya Dawn Johnson (writer), Heidi Heilig (writer) and Tiana Camacho (narrator) moderated by Karama Horne

•Mar 29, 2021

Realm (formerly Serial Box)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCz3qFUcGOk

PCHH on Falcon and Winter Soldier

In 'The Falcon And The Winter Soldier,' Sam And Bucky Are Vib(ranium)ing

Linda Holmes, Glen Weldon, Eric Deggans

Pop Culture Happy Hour March 30, 2021

https://www.npr.org/2021/03/29/982352708/in-the-falcon-and-the-winter-soldier-sam-and-bucky-are-vib-ranium-ing

https://play.podtrac.com/510282/edge1.pod.npr.org/anon.npr-mp3/npr/pchh/2021/03/20210330_pchh_pchh_20210330_falcon_and_winter_soldier_final.mp3

https://www.npr.org/transcripts/982352708

Cavna gets comics recs from Asian-American cartoonists

Four graphic novels that illuminate anti-Asian racism through personal experience

Michael Cavna

April 1, 2021 

https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2021/04/01/graphic-novels-racism-asian-american/

The Lily's latest comic

I'm a barista, but often my customers need more than coffee. They look to me for connection.

During the pandemic, people have been asking more of service workers

(Dabin Han for The Lily)

Dabin Han

Mar. 28, 2021

https://www.thelily.com/im-a-barista-but-often-my-customers-need-more-than-coffee-they-look-to-me-for-connection/

Al Goodwyn's latest cartoon newsletter

EDITORIAL CARTOONS

March 30, 2021

Fantom Comics staff change

From their March 31 2021 Newsletter -

CAMILLE BIDS FAREWELL:
As Master Yoda would say, "adaptability is the key to survival," and let's just say I took that to heart for the year of 2020! With one of the most insane years I have spent in the six years I've worked in the comic industry running stores, I am so incredibly grateful to have been doing it with Fantom Comics! I adore Fantom and am beyond thankful to have worked for some incredible and understanding people through an insane year, and hope to help out with consulting and events in the future! Even though I'm leaving, good luck getting rid of me for good!

This decision has been very bittersweet for me because I genuinely never wanted to leave. I love Fantom, the owners, staff, comics and every single one of our customers, especially those that trekked in every week since we opened for Phase Two! But commuting from Virginia, underlying health conditions, and the opportunity for a job that would help those issues immensely, I have had to make the hard decision to leave. It really breaks me up, I have learned so much, have become far more confident in my abilities and what I can handle in uncertain times, but above all else, I'm going to miss you, the customers the most!

My last day will be this Friday, April 2nd, so if you're able to stop by the shop, I would very much like to see you!! If not, no worries, I'll still be stopping by from time to time, but wishing all the best to every one of you and of course, Fantom Comics!!

Fairfax County Times picks up Duane Abel's ZED comic

Abel brings laughter and fun with ZED comic strip

• By Brooke Lewitas / Fairfax County Times
• Mar 26, 2021
• http://www.fairfaxtimes.com/articles/abel-brings-laughter-and-fun-with-zed-comic-strip/article_735b7a66-8d8a-11eb-a0d3-ff353b7fe74a.html

John Lewis’s March turns to Run this summer

John Lewis's posthumous new graphic novel will be out this summer, in time for a new battle over voting rights [in print as Lewis no longer marches, but 'Run' goes on]

Michael Cavna

Washington Post March 31, 2021  p. C1, 4

online at https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2021/03/30/john-lewis-run-graphic-novel-release/

'Run', Rep. John Lewis's posthumous memoir, is coming out in August

Run chronicles Lewis's ongoing fight for voting rights in the 60s.

Heidi MacDonald

03/30/2021

https://www.comicsbeat.com/run-rep-john-lewiss-posthumous-memoir-is-coming-out-in-august/

Rep. John Lewis's Life Story Continues in 'Run: Book One'

By Calvin Reid |

Mar 31, 2021

https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/comics/article/85960-rep-john-lewis-s-life-story-continues-in-run-book-one.html

Phillip Kennedy Johnson takes a job for Marvel

PHILLIP KENNEDY JOHNSON PENS MARVEL'S 'EXTREME CARNAGE ALPHA' #1

The Five Life Foundation Symbiotes Take On Carnage

 by Jeffrey Dohm-Sanchez on March 30, 2021

https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/47981/phillip-kennedy-johnson-pens-marvels-extreme-carnage-alpha-1

The Post's editorial page editor on hiring de Adder

The Week in Ideas: A new editorial cartoonist joins our ranks

By Fred Hiatt Washington Post's The Week in Ideas newsletter March 28 2021 https://s2.washingtonpost.com/camp-rw/?trackId=596c1be2ade4e24119c3d7be&s=606061d69d2fda1e56d69a84

YouNeek Studios at WonderCon

Creating African Superheroes for A Global Audience with YouNeek Studios and Dark Horse | WC@Home 21

Roye Okupe, along with artists Sunkanmi Akinboye and Toyin "Morby" Ajetunmobi

•Mar 27, 2021

Comic-Con International

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQVYuj0dOIA

Dark Horse Comics and YouNeek Studios present a deep dive into the African superhero universe from YouNeek Studios with creator Roye Okupe, along with artists Sunkanmi Akinboye and Toyin "Morby" Ajetunmobi. Listen in on the conversation as they immerse themselves in the world of Malika: Warrior Queen, Iyanu: Child of Wonder, and E.X.O. The Legend of Wale Williams - a YouNiverse spanning centuries centered around African stories, crafted by African creators.

More on De Adder's contract with The Post

SaltWire cartoonist Michael de Adder inks deal with the Washington Post

Stephen Cooke

Mar 24 2021

https://www.thechronicleherald.ca/news/local/saltwire-cartoonist-michael-de-adder-inks-deal-with-the-washington-post-567784/

thanks to DD Degg for the tip

Pop Culture Happy Hour on Invincible and King of the Hill cartoons

'King Of The Hill' Endures, I Tell You Whut

Glen Weldon, Stephen Thompson, Soraya Nadia McDonald

Pop Culture Happy Hour

March 25, 2021

https://www.npr.org/2021/03/23/980475763/king-of-the-hill-endures-i-tell-you-whut

https://play.podtrac.com/510282/edge1.pod.npr.org/anon.npr-mp3/npr/pchh/2021/03/20210325_pchh_pchh_20210325_king_of_the_hill_final.mp3

https://www.npr.org/transcripts/980475763

'Invincible' Is Packed With Pulpy, Visceral Thrills — And Lots Of Pulpy Viscera

Glen Weldon

Pop Culture Happy Hour March 26, 2021

https://www.npr.org/2021/03/26/980392728/invincible-is-packed-with-pulpy-visceral-thrills-and-lots-of-pulpy-viscera

Michael de Adder, Canadian political cartoonist, joins The Post

de Adder was fired from his last position* one of his major customers for being too hard on Trump. It doesn't appear that he'll be moving to DC, as Toles did, nor will he have as many days as Tom.

Michael de Adder joins Washington Post Opinions as a political cartoonist

By WashPostPR

WashPost PR Blog March 26, 2021

https://www.washingtonpost.com/pr/2021/03/26/michael-de-adder-joins-washington-post-opinions-political-cartoonist/

 

*Corrected.

 

See

 

Cavna, Michael. 2019.

This Trump critic’s cartoon went viral on social media. Within hours, he no longer had a contract [Michael de Adder, Canada].

Washington Post (June 30): https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2019/06/30/viral-trump-critic-canadian-cartoonist-loses-his-freelance-contract-with-publisher-brunswick-news/

 

Degg, D.D. 2019.

Brunswick News Inc. Cancels Michael de Adder – Updated.

Daily Cartoonist (June 29): http://www.dailycartoonist.com/index.php/2019/06/29/brunswick-news-inc-cancels-michael-de-adder/

The Lily's lastest covid comic

I've picked up new habits in the pandemic. Will they stick?

In a relentless year, it's hard to notice when things shift

(Rachel Quast for The Lily)

Rachel Quast

Mar. 21, 2021

https://www.thelily.com/ive-picked-up-new-habits-in-the-pandemic-will-they-stick/

April 19: Global Comics Lecture Series: Comics and the Humanization of the Middle Eastern Experience (Virtual Event)

Global Comics Lecture Series: Comics and the Humanization of the Middle Eastern Experience (Virtual Event)

April 19, 2021 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

https://library.osu.edu/events/global-comics-lecture-series-comics-and-the-humanization-of-the-middle-eastern-experience

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In the world of Middle Eastern cartoons and graphic novels, the artists often focus their discussions on politics, government, war, protesters, etc., which are all important topics. Very few artists, however, address the actual people who are living these experiences. Join International and Area Studies at The Ohio State University Libraries for our next installment of the Global Comics Lecture Series featuring Iasmin, a Middle Eastern, Muslim, queer and trans comics artist, who will address:

• Humanizing Middle Eastern people and our stories in a world that politicizes us, and how we can convey these things through comics
• The intersection of queer, trans and Middle Eastern identities past, present and future, and the importance of representation in art
• Healing trauma through comics (and art in general)

About our Speaker

Iasmin Omar Ata is a Middle Eastern, Muslim, queer and trans comic artist, game developer and illustrator who creates art about coping with illness, understanding identity, dismantling oppressive structures and Islamic futurism.

Iasmin's graphic novel Mis(h)adra has resonated with both readers and reviewers alike for its searingly honest depiction of the epileptic lived experience. Iasmin has produced a video game called Being about the Palestinian past, present and future as well as other comics and games. Iasmin is an Ignatz Award winner and Excellence in Graphic Literature Award finalist. They have been interviewed and reviewed by Kirkus Publishers Weekly, Electronic Intifada, Library Journal and NPR.

Spider-Man from Amazing Fantasy #15 - Library of Congress - Thursday, April 8 at 8 PM EDT

This absolutely free event is meant to emulate the experience that I give to researchers who want to have a moment with the Spider-Man story from the original drawings from Amazing Fantasy #15 (1962) at the Library of Congress: https://www.prekindle.com/event/43872-object-lesson-spider-man, except the Prints & Photographs Division does not let children under 16 into the reading room so this is an all-ages event. Please register – it's absolutely free-of-charge. Marvel Worldwide has given me permission to share  some PowerPoint slides with details from the drawings. The Prints & Photographs Division of the Library of Congress has been closed to researchers for over a year, but we've been working to create virtual programming to provide access to our collections.

 

 

Sara W. Duke

Curator, Popular & Applied Graphic Art

Prints & Photographs Division

Library of Congress

Washington, DC 20540-4730