My Facebook wall is full of editorial cartoons this morning on the topic of 9/11. I’m seeing two approaches to the 12th anniversary. Cartoonists are sticking to the sentimental or they’re pointing out how it’s changed America. An example of the sentimental by Jeff Koterba: An example of what’s changed by Pat Bagley: If you […]
Another engaging interview by Bob Andelman, aka Mr. Media with Family Circus cartoonist Jeff Keane on the topic of the 9/11 and carrying on the legacy of Family Circus. Here’s the description: Jeff is now in charge of creating ?Family Circus,? the cartoon his father Bill started in 1960. He still seeks out his fathers? […]
When the Cartoonists Remember 9/11 was announced last week, I had favorable feelings for it. It’s being spearheaded by King Features who has done similar group thematic work for National Breast Cancer Awareness and Earth day and a couple other good causes. I’m not sure I understand their motivation to do these collective work projects. […]
Daryl Cagle has posted a sample of editorial cartoons regarding the upcoming 10 year anniversary of 9/11. It’s an understatement to say that the events of September 11 will forever be etched in the minds of millions of Americans. As we commemorate the 10th anniversary of that tragic day, I thought it would be good […]
Interesting post over at Thirteen.org about how cartoonists were affected by 9/11 and how they translated their reactions into art. Sept. 11 left a powerful impression on the work produced by the numerous illustrators, editorial cartoonists, comic book creators and other commercial artists who live and work in the Tri-State area. Through a complex mixture […]
As part of the Cartoonists Remember 9/11, The Society of Illustrators are presenting a forum entitled “The Impact of Comics and Visual Art on Culture” tomorrow night (Sept. 8). Panelists include Rick Detorie creator of One Big Happy, Tony Rubino Daddy’s Home and Brian Walker Hi and Lois. King Features Syndicate Comics Editor Brendan Burford […]
On Sunday, September 11, more than 90 syndicated cartoonist will dedicate their features to pay homage to those who lost their lives or or were injured in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. This year is the 10th anniversary of the attacks in New York City, Washington DC and Pennsylvania. The themes will feature a wide range […]