Welcome to
The Cartoonists
By Susanna McLeod
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Welcome to The Cartoonists!
How do cartoonists do it? How do they make us laugh, make us think and even make us want to cry? With what looks deceivingly like a few simple strokes of the pen, a great sense of humour and a feel for life, these talented artists create art that touches our hearts and minds. Join me in one of my favourite things - exploring the lives and art of beloved cartoonists, from the first pioneers to today's talented creators. Browse through nearly 200 articles... and growing. Cheers for Cartoonists!
Fresh Articles
Garth M. Williams, Illustrator of "Charlotte's Web" and Much More April 30, 2012
His work is visible, but his name is less familiar. Stuart Little, Charlotte's Web, Little House on the Prairie... the books are almost ingrained as childhood staples. While the authors produced enchanting stories with words, Garth Williams produced magical illustrations with his pen. With seemingly simple lines crafted into complex drawings, Williams drew characters awash in depth, warmth and innocence. Children, pigs, mice, and a whole range of critters came alive under the wonderful hand of the imaginative artist.
Interview with Jimmy Johnson, Creator of "Arlo & Janis" March 25, 2012
Touching the hearts and minds of comics fans, "Arlo & Janis" brings big smiles and baby boomer perception to the funny pages. Creating a comic strip that engages both young and old, Jimmy Johnson's giggle-worthy gags and endearing characters capture readers by surprise. Arlo and Janis' love and continued desire for each other crops up often, while Johnson's political and social commentary through the eyes of his characters makes for a good read. More than 25 years after the strip debuted in 1986, "Arlo & Janis" is still going strong. Jimmy Johnson graciously squeezed time from his exceptionally busy schedule to chat with The Cartoonists.
Cartooning Events:
Hall 2 of the San Jose Convention Centre will be the bubbling hub of creativity on May 19 - 20, 2012 when the Big Wow Comicfest takes over the space. Live art, figure drawing with Frank Cho, music and Artist's Alley and much more... visit the Big Wow Comicfest site for more information.
Recent Articles:
Carl Anderson, Original Creator of "Henry" February 29, 2012
A career filled with illustrating and cartooning took Carl Anderson down many paths, from newspaper and magazine work to teaching. At the age of 67, just when others were thinking of retiring from the daily work grind, Anderson drew a bald kid brimming with personality and few words. Debuted in 1932, "Henry" has been captivating fans ever since.
Bud Fisher, Creator of "Mutt and Jeff" January 31, 2012
A man of artistic skill with a wide streak of humour, Bud Fisher created the long-running "Mutt and Jeff" comic strip. Fisher was also a wise businessman. One of the first cartoonists to copyright and control his work, Fisher earned a fortune from his popular comic strip. Sadly, his last years were bleak.
Susanna McLeod writes a Local History column in the Kingston Whig-Standard and is also the Feature Writer for Canadian History on Suite101.com.