This drawing by Phil Witte, who together with Rex Hesner writes the “Anatomy of a Cartoon” feature for this website, is set in a restaurant, where two large turtles are seated at a table. The turtle on the right is addressing the waiter. Judging by his companion’s and the waiter’s expressions, the turtle has said…
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Best Seller Spotlight: Sam Gross
Welcome to our Sam Gross Artist Spotlight, part of our CartoonStock Artist Spotlights series. Sam Gross is known for his fearless humor and distinctive cartooning style, delivering punchlines that are often as surprising as they are sharp. His work covers everything from darkly absurd jokes to clever social commentary, making him one of the most…
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Anatomy of a Cartoon: Halloween
Cartoon critics Phil Witte and Rex Hesner look behind the gags to debate what makes a cartoon tick. This week our intrepid critics take a look at Halloween cartoons. The evening of October 31st will be a welcome respite from the mask wars; it’s Halloween, so everyone will be wearing a mask! In a strange…
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Joe Dator’s New Book INKED: Cartoons, Confessions, Rejected Ideas And Secret Sketches.
Hi All, A few months ago, I received an advance copy of Joe Dator’s new book, INKED: Cartoons, Confessions, Rejected Ideas And Secret Sketches. I’ve known Joe since he was a young man at loose ends in the early ’90s looking to get his act together, but not sure what that act was. By the…
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Best Seller Spotlight: Harry Bliss Dog Cartoons
Welcome to our Harry Bliss Artist Spotlight, part of our CartoonStock Artist Spotlights series. Do you love dogs? Internationally syndicated cartoonist and New Yorker cover artist Harry Bliss sure does. Harry often features his beloved dog Penny on Instagram and in his cartoons. His understanding of the deep human-canine bond is on display in this…
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“Shipwrecked” Caption Contest Commentary with Lawrence Wood
Dan Misdea’s cartoon is set on a beach, where a couple has happened upon what appears to be a shipwreck survivor on a wooden raft that’s washed up on the shore. The survivor, who’s bearded and wearing glasses and torn clothes, is looking up at the man, who’s pointing at the survivor and saying something….
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