Well break out the crayons and color me silly – “Spectickles” is on the Washington Post’s featured cartoons page! Uh oh – someone’s getting a visit from the Wine Fairy tonight! http://todayscomics.com/comics/comic-week/spectickles
Over the years my art has evolved and expanded. When I first started out, I experimented with different styles and techniques until I found what worked best for me – a process which has taken years. The result was a large body of work suitable for a variety of uses and applications. Additionally, I’ve created … More Your Art Is Your Inventory – Put It To Work!
Now that we’re really getting things rolling with “Spectickles” for syndication (might have some really big announcements to make soon – I’ll keep you posted!) I’d created a page on my website providing all the necessary information for newspaper editors, art directors, and companies interested in licensing “Spectickles” for their publications/products. There are a number … More “Spectickles” Available For Newspapers Daily And Weekly – Short And Sweet
It happens to all of us, and its likely you’ve read at least something about the mountain of rejections that come with the territory as cartoonists and artists. But reading about it, and actually dealing with it are completely different things. That being said, I’m hoping this article will provide you with some mental strategies … More Dealing With Rejection For Cartoonists and Artists
In the world of cartooning, few things are perceived as ‘ultimate success’ more than syndication. Cartoon characters such as Garfield and Snoopy have woven their way into the national fabric, and made their creators wealthy beyond their wildest imaginations. Calvin and Hobbes have enjoyed an unparalleled level of success, and Calvin can still be seen desecrating the … More Cartoon Syndication
My cartoon Spectickles, and Karma Cafe which I draw with Richard Cross doing the writing, are syndicated by Ink Bottle Syndicate and featured in a color weekly called Funnies Extra. The project is new, but is spreading rapidly across the country. New distribution channels are opening up far and wide, which means you should be able … More Funnies Extra Catching On!
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