Variety reviews the new doc on political cartoonist Mr. Fish (aka Dwayne Booth), calling it "a stubbornly amiable film about a compulsively provocative talent." The documentary has been playing film festivals around the country; look for showings at https://www.mrfishmovie.com/ https://variety.com/2018/film/reviews/mr-fish-cartooning-from-the-deep-end-review-1202791223/
Pat Oliphant,one of the most influential political cartoonists of the 20th century, has donated his papers to the University of Virginia, an archive that includes correspondence, original artwork, sketchbooks & sculptures. https://augustafreepress.com/famed-political-cartoonists-archives-arrive-at-uva/ UPDATE: Radio IQ talks to Pat Oliphant about the recent donation of his papers to the University of Virginia. The […]
There probably isn't an editorial cartoonist out there who hasn't been influenced by MAD Magazine. Long the fool's gold standard for satire, the 70-year-old publication recently went through a major change, moving from its long-time home in New York City to California. The Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum celebrates the magazine's storied history with […]
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The AAEC John Locher Memorial Fellowship is awarded each year to one early-career cartoonist whose work demonstrates clear opinions and strong artistry on political and social topics. Deadline to be considered is the end of March.
The Locher Fellow will receive a one-year Regular membership in the AAEC, be a guest of the CXC Festival — held every fall in Columbus, Ohio — and have the opportunity to meet with editorial cartoonists during the year of the Fellowship for portfolio reviews and career advice.
Every two weeks throughout the year, The Learning Forum and the AAEC offers CARTOONS FOR THE CLASSROOM, a free lesson resource for teachers discussing current events. Visit NIEonline.com for more lesson plans.
