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
Old-fashioned Drawing Still the Most Important Skill for Cartoonists December 31, 2011
There is a multitude of methods available to draw cartoons in the technological era. There are so many programs to help the cartoonist create their best work. All are useful and productive, and sometimes essential for publication. But creating good cartoons depends on certain skills, without which the artist can be left frustrated and daunted. The technology builds on skills - abilities that start with a set of tools that require no power for manipulation, no special screens or boards and are particularly portable: the pencil, eraser and paper.
Interview with John Fiedler, Cartoonist and Creator November 27, 2011
Sketching, illustrating and creating for most of his life, John Fiedler has a deep love of cartooning. Recently, he earned a position as a newspaper cartoonist for the Town Crier in Milford, MA. John has generously taken time from his work to have a chat with The Cartoonists. Join us as we jjump right in to learn about the life, art and humour of cartoonist John Fiedler...
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Happy New Year, Cartooning Fans, and Welcome to 2012!
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Gene & Dan Weingarten and David Clark, Creators of "Barney & Clyde" October 31, 2011
The idea brewed for five years. A comic strip based "on a friendship between a billionaire and a homeless guy" was the inspiration of Daniel Weingarten, son of writer Gene Weingarten. Brainstorming plots, humour and storylines was the strength of the Weingarten men. Not exactly crafty with a pen, they added illustrator David Clark to the team.. On June 7, 2010 "Barney & Clyde" debuted under the Washington Post Writers Group syndicate.
Mary Blair, Illustrator, Disney Master of Colour, and Artist September 26, 2011
Dreaming of a career as an artist, Mary Blair enrolled at art school to learn the essential skills. Several years later, Mary found her niche, and it wasn't plein air painting on a street corner or building a career by fine art gallery sales... Mary worked first at the animation department of Metro Goldwyn Meyer and then as part of the integral staff with the burgeoning movie maker Walt Disney. The simple lines, bright colours and exuberant atmosphere of Mary Blair's art made her a continuing inspiration.
Susanna McLeod writes a Local History column in the Kingston Whig-Standard and is also the Feature Writer for Canadian History on Suite101.com. For more fascinating local history, also visit Morrisburg.ca.