Industry news for the professional cartoonist
The Evansville Courier Press has a very informative article about Tom Batiuk, his Funky Winkerbean comic, and why he’s brought cancer back into the life of the Lisa character (which was initially diagnosed with breast cancer back in 1999). In short, since that first episode, Tom was diagnosed with prostate cancer three years ago.
There were several shake-ups on the comics page in newspapers across the country over the weekend. I’ve compiled the list of which features are out, in, and under evaluation.
The Snoopy as the World War I Flying Ace exhibit is now featured in Shreveport LA.Â
The Napa Valley Register has a really interesting write-up on Stephan Pastis and his journey to becoming a successful cartoonist. The story also delves into Stephan’s work process, his plundering of other comic characters and his run in with Charles Schulz.
Greg Evans was highlighted in the North County Times as he recently judged a cartoon (and coloring) contest as well as talked about his upcoming musical “Luann – Scenes From a Teen’s Life” that will hit the stage on September 15.
Mentioned over on Tom Spurgeon’s Comicsreporter.com – Mike Luckovich will be on hand on September 25th at the Decatur Library to discuss and sign his book “Four More Wars!”. Mike’s appearance is scheduled for 7:15 pm. See the library’s web site for more information.