Welcome to STAY TOONED, where you’ll find everything you ever wanted to know about cartoons. Each month, we will bring you updates and features on the world of cartooning, including cartoonist profiles and interviews, book excerpts, special cartoon features, cartoon games such as the Caption Contest, products, and so much more.
Recent Posts
“Big Banana” Caption Contest Commentary with Lawrence Wood
In Shannon Wheeler’s cartoon, an ape and his son hold hands while looking at a giant unpeeled banana. The father is speaking. I first thought the banana could serve multiple purposes: “And when I die you can bury me in it.” I then thought of the advice given to people who are trying to lose…
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Anatomy of a Cartoon: Marketing
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 marketing. Despite the rise of the “new economy” and internet purchasing, one element of consumerism still drives sales. No, it’s not quality or customer service (ha!) or even…
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Modern Technology
Our modern world runs on technology; whether you love it or hate it, we can all laugh about it. License these popular technology cartoons and generate some IRL (in real life) grins in your next newsletter, social, or email campaign.
Seasonal Spotlight: Winter Cartoons
Warm Up with Cool Cartoons! We can’t predict the weather, but we’re pretty sure these cartoon favorites will keep the chill off. License these timely favorites and generate some giggles and grins in your next newsletter, social, or email campaign.