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Posted at 11:36 AM ET, 05/22/2013

‘MAN OF STEEL,’ ‘WOLVERINE’ TRAILERS: Of Zod and man, we glimpse superheroic fates
By David Betancourt
‘Man of Steel,’ ‘Wolverine’ trailers: Of Zod and man: Breaking down the teasers

By David Betancourt  |  11:36 AM ET, 05/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:29 PM ET, 05/21/2013

HERBLOCK AT HALF-CENTURY: Library of Congress show illuminates cartoonist’s brilliance in 1963
By Michael Cavna
Herblock at Half-Century: Library of Congress show illuminates cartoonist’s brilliance in 1963.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:29 PM ET, 05/21/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  herblock, library of congress

Posted at 01:20 PM ET, 05/19/2013

‘STAR TREK’ BOX OFFICE: ‘Into Darkness’ debut tops billion-dollar ‘Iron Man 3’
By Michael Cavna
‘STAR TREK’ BOX OFFICE: Underperforming ‘Into Darkness’ debut tops billion-dollar ‘Iron Man 3’

By Michael Cavna  |  01:20 PM ET, 05/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  box office

Posted at 03:36 PM ET, 05/17/2013

NO MERIDA MAKEOVER? ‘Brave’ director Brenda Chapman on Disney princess and ‘sexing her up’
By Michael Cavna
NO MERIDA MAKEOVER? ‘Brave’ director Brenda Chapman on Disney princess and ‘sexing her up’

By Michael Cavna  |  03:36 PM ET, 05/17/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  animation, pixar films

Posted at 02:22 PM ET, 05/17/2013

‘CANDORVILLE’: Darrin Bell poignantly memorializes his 94-year-old grandfather, who embodied the Greatest Generation
By Michael Cavna
‘CANDORVILLE’: Darrin Bell poignantly memorializes 94-year-old grandfather this week.

By Michael Cavna  |  02:22 PM ET, 05/17/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  darrin bell, candorville

Posted at 12:00 AM ET, 05/17/2013

‘COMICS ABOUT CARTOONISTS’: Editor Craig Yoe delves into the tales and trials of the ‘world’s oddest profession’
By Michael Cavna
Editor Craig Yoe delves into the tales and trials of the ‘world’s oddest profession’

By Michael Cavna  |  12:00 AM ET, 05/17/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  cartooning, comics

Posted at 11:19 PM ET, 05/15/2013

‘SUPERWOMAN’: ‘Cancer Vixen’ author praises Angelina Jolie’s ‘fearlessness’ in double mastectomy decision
By Michael Cavna
Marisa Acocella Marchetto praises Jolie’s ‘fearlessness’ in preventative double-mastectomy decision.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:19 PM ET, 05/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:26 PM ET, 05/12/2013

‘IRON MAN 3’: Tony Stark holds off ‘The Great Gatsby’s’ great opening, nears $1B worldwide
By Michael Cavna
‘IRON MAN 3’: Tony Stark holds off ‘The Great Gatsby’s’ great opening.

By Michael Cavna  |  02:26 PM ET, 05/12/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:42 AM ET, 05/08/2013

SAUL BASS: From Hitchcock to Kubrick, Hollywood title-sequence pioneer celebrated with stylish video Google Doodle
By Michael Cavna
Google Doodle celebrates graphic/film designer with nods to his ‘Psycho,’ ‘Vertigo’ and ‘Spartacus’

By Michael Cavna  |  07:42 AM ET, 05/08/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  google doodles, film art, title sequences

Posted at 07:10 AM ET, 05/08/2013

RIP, RAY HARRYHAUSEN: Inspired as a child, the special-effects titan transformed fantasy on film
By Michael Cavna
‘Argonauts’ to ‘Titans,’ Harryhausen changed the nature of stop-motion.

By Michael Cavna  |  07:10 AM ET, 05/08/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  animation, film, special effects

Posted at 11:04 PM ET, 05/06/2013

RIP: Matt Groening’s mother — for whom Marge Simpson is named — dies at 94
By Michael Cavna
‘The Simpsons’ creator’s own family inspired the names of his show’s nuclear family.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:04 PM ET, 05/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:39 PM ET, 05/05/2013

‘IRON MAN 3’ rockets to second-biggest debut ever with $175.3M; Tony Stark holds top-2 spots
By Michael Cavna
Year after ‘Avengers,’ Tony Stark-led films now hold top-2 spots in domestic-debut record books.

By Michael Cavna  |  12:39 PM ET, 05/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  box office, superhero movies

Posted at 10:35 AM ET, 05/04/2013

‘BIG NATE’ MUSICAL DEBUTS: Encouraged by ‘Peanuts,’ Lincoln Peirce’s comic-strip hit comes to the Maryland stage
By Michael Cavna
Encouraged by ‘Peanuts,’ Lincoln Peirce’s comic-strip hit comes to the Maryland stage.

By Michael Cavna  |  10:35 AM ET, 05/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  comics, theater

Posted at 01:34 PM ET, 05/03/2013

FREE COMIC BOOK DAY 2013: From Annapolis to Australia, Saturday’s big event invites discovery — from comics page to your neighborhood comics shop
By Michael Cavna
Saturday’s big event invites new discoveries — from comics page to your neighborhood comics shop.

By Michael Cavna  |  01:34 PM ET, 05/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:56 PM ET, 05/02/2013

‘IRON MAN 3’: One Fanboy’s Six Quick Questions & Answers (*Mostly Spoiler-Free)
By David Betancourt
‘IRON MAN 3’: One Fanboy’s Six Quick Questions & Answers (*Mostly Spoiler-Free).

By David Betancourt  |  12:56 PM ET, 05/02/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  superhero films

Posted at 03:35 PM ET, 05/01/2013

RICK PERRY CONTROVERSY: Houston cartoonist Nick Anderson responds to dust-up over fertilizer-plant cartoon
By Michael Cavna
RICK PERRY CONTROVERSY: Nick Anderson replies editorially to dust-up over fertilizer-plant cartoon.

By Michael Cavna  |  03:35 PM ET, 05/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  editorial cartoons, texas government

Posted at 11:24 AM ET, 05/01/2013

DOODLE 4 GOOGLE: Maryland, Virginia winners announced among 50 student finalists
By Michael Cavna
DOODLE 4 GOOGLE: Maryland, Virginia winners announced among 50 student finalists

By Michael Cavna  |  11:24 AM ET, 05/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  google doodles

Posted at 11:50 PM ET, 04/30/2013

STUMPTOWN: Maryland’s Carla Speed McNeil (‘Finder’) among big winners with ‘Best Cartoonist’ honors
By Michael Cavna
STUMPTOWN: ‘Finder’s’ Carla Speed McNeil among big winners with ‘Best Cartoonist’ honors

By Michael Cavna  |  11:50 PM ET, 04/30/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  stumptown awards

Posted at 07:25 PM ET, 04/29/2013

RICK PERRY CONTROVERSY: Sacramento Bee’s JACK OHMAN ‘stunned’ by governor’s response to his hot-button cartoon
By Michael Cavna
Rick Perry controversy: Q&A with Sacramento Bee’s JACK OHMAN about his hot-button cartoon.

By Michael Cavna  |  07:25 PM ET, 04/29/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  editorial cartoons, texas politics

Posted at 04:01 PM ET, 04/27/2013

EDITOR’S BRAIN vs. CARTOONIST’S BRAIN: Pittsburgh’s Rob Rogers on his inspired acceptance of the OPC’s Thomas Nast Award
By Michael Cavna
ROB ROGERS: Pittsburgh cartoonist on his inspiration when accepting the Thomas Nast Award.

By Michael Cavna  |  04:01 PM ET, 04/27/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  journalism awards, political cartooning

Posted at 02:25 PM ET, 04/26/2013

‘GUN VIOLENCE’ Q&A: Ruben Bolling ‘moved by the images’ of cartoonists’ new gun-control video
By Michael Cavna
‘GUN VIOLENCE’ Q&A: Ruben Bolling ‘moved by the images’ of cartoonists’ new gun-control video

By Michael Cavna  |  02:25 PM ET, 04/26/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  gun control cartoons

Posted at 12:52 PM ET, 04/25/2013

ELLA FITZGERALD: Google jazzes up its Doodle to celebrate the beloved ‘First Lady of Song’
By Michael Cavna
ELLA FITZGERALD: Google brightly celebrates the beloved ‘First Lady of Song.’

By Michael Cavna  |  12:52 PM ET, 04/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  ella fitzgerald, google doodles

Posted at 11:10 AM ET, 04/25/2013

TONIGHT’S HERBLOCK PRIZE CEREMONY: Winner Dan Perkins (aka Tom Tomorrow) on the need to support your friendly alt-cartoonist
By Michael Cavna
HERBLOCK PRIZE: ‘Tom Tomorrow’ on the need to support your friendly alt-cartoonist.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:10 AM ET, 04/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  alternative comices, herblock prize, dan perkins

Posted at 08:05 PM ET, 04/24/2013

GREEN ARROW: From TV’s ‘Arrow’ to New 52 comic, DC’s superhero has hit a bull’s-eye with growing fan base
By David Betancourt
GREEN ARROW: From TV’s ‘Arrow’ to New 52 comic, DC’s superhero has hit a bull’s-eye with growing fan base.

By David Betancourt  |  08:05 PM ET, 04/24/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:57 PM ET, 04/24/2013

CARTOON KERFUFFLE: Recaptioned political cartoon? Daryl Cagle says: ‘I changed my mind.’
By Michael Cavna
Cartoon controversy: Recaptioned political cartoon? Daryl Cagle says: ‘I changed my mind.’

By Michael Cavna  |  02:57 PM ET, 04/24/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  political cartoonings, boston bombing

Posted at 11:50 PM ET, 04/23/2013

THE BEST IN POLITICAL CARTOONING: Stantis and Hands, Bagley and Breen win top awards
By Michael Cavna
The Best in Political Cartooning: Stantis and Hands, Bagley and Breen win top awards

By Michael Cavna  |  11:50 PM ET, 04/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  editorial cartooning, cartooning awards

Posted at 10:14 PM ET, 04/23/2013

‘THOR: THE DARK WORLD’: As trailer lands, new director brings the hammer down with dark menace
By David Betancourt and Michael Cavna
‘THOR: THE DARK WORLD’: As trailer lands, new director brings the hammer down with dark menace

By David Betancourt and Michael Cavna  |  10:14 PM ET, 04/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  superheroes, marvel film

Posted at 02:04 PM ET, 04/22/2013

‘ALPHA HOUSE’ Q&A: Creator Garry Trudeau on Beltway satire, Amazon Studios’ bold launch — and why Bill Murray is called ‘the unicorn’
By Michael Cavna
‘Alpha House’ Q&A: ‘Doonesbury’ creator on Beltway satire, Amazon Studio launch & Bill ‘Unicorn’ Murray.

By Michael Cavna  |  02:04 PM ET, 04/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  amazon shows, garry trudeau

Posted at 07:51 AM ET, 04/22/2013

EARTH DAY 2013: To celebrate, Google Doodle puts the power of nature at your fingertips
By Michael Cavna
Earth Day 2013: To celebrate, Google puts the power of nature at your fingertips with interactive Doodle.

By Michael Cavna  |  07:51 AM ET, 04/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  earth day, google doodles

Posted at 04:46 PM ET, 04/21/2013

KEVIN SMITH: The director’s ‘Groovy Cartoon Movie’ reunion tour for Jason Mewes’s road to recovery
By Michael Cavna
KEVIN SMITH: The director’s ‘Groovy Cartoon Movie’ reunion tour for Jason Mewes’s road to recovery

By Michael Cavna  |  04:46 PM ET, 04/21/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  kevin smith, jason mewes

Posted at 12:48 PM ET, 04/20/2013

AWESOME CON: ‘Curls’ creator Carolyn Belefski on the creative ‘mischief’ that has spawned her rich art career
By Michael Cavna
‘Curls’ creator Carolyn Belefski on the creative ‘mischief’ that has spawned her rich art career.

By Michael Cavna  |  12:48 PM ET, 04/20/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  carolyn belefski, awesome con

Posted at 02:01 PM ET, 04/18/2013

2013 COMIC-CON EISNERS AWARDS: One judge’s diary notes on the wild, the innocent and the Harbor Drive tussle
By Michael Cavna
2013 Eisner Awards noms: One judge’s diary notes on the wild, the innocent and the Harbor Drive tussle.

By Michael Cavna  |  02:01 PM ET, 04/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  san diego comic-con, comic convention, eisner awards

Posted at 11:29 PM ET, 04/16/2013

SUPERMAN TRAILER LANDS: New ‘Man of Steel’ peek flexes the power of the artful voiceover
By David Betancourt and Michael Cavna
Henry Cavill looks the part in ‘Man of Steel’ — while Russell Crowe and Kevin Costner really sound the part.

By David Betancourt and Michael Cavna  |  11:29 PM ET, 04/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  superman, dc entertainment

Posted at 02:51 PM ET, 04/16/2013

CARTOON OF THE DAY: Globe’s Dan Wasserman reacts poignantly to the Boston Marathon bombings
By Michael Cavna
After tragedy, Globe editorial cartoonist says this artwork ‘drew itself’

By Michael Cavna  |  02:51 PM ET, 04/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  boston bombings, dan wasserman

Posted at 02:16 PM ET, 04/16/2013

BEN KATCHOR: The curb appeal of the ‘Hand-Drying’ cartoonist’s sharp urban wit
By Michael Cavna
‘Hand-Drying in America’ author will speak in D.C. tonight — but not at a chain store.

By Michael Cavna  |  02:16 PM ET, 04/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  comics, graphic books, ben katchor

Posted at 01:32 PM ET, 04/16/2013

SEE: The Pulitzer cartoon portfolio of newly minted winner STEVE SACK
By Michael Cavna
Pulitzer judges cite Sack’s ‘original style’ and ‘clever ideas’

By Michael Cavna  |  01:32 PM ET, 04/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  the pulitzers, editorial cartooning

Posted at 02:16 PM ET, 04/13/2013

Q&A with ‘SIMON’S CAT’ creator Simon Tofield: Living with cats is ‘endless source’ of inspiration
By Michael Cavna
Q&A with ‘SIMON’S CAT’ creator Simon Tofield: Living with cats is ‘endless source’ of inspiration

By Michael Cavna  |  02:16 PM ET, 04/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  animation, youtube videos

Posted at 11:17 PM ET, 04/11/2013

HANDICAPPING THE PULITZERS: Who might win out in 2013?
By Michael Cavna
Handicapping the Pulitzers: Which political cartoonists might win out in 2013?

By Michael Cavna  |  11:17 PM ET, 04/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  pulitzer prizes, editorial cartooning

Posted at 06:41 PM ET, 04/10/2013

UPDATE: ComiXology says that it — and not Apple — blocked sale of ‘SAGA’ #12; decision now reversed
By Michael Cavna
In wake of criticism, ComiXology says that it — and not Apple — blocked sale of ‘SAGA’ #12

By Michael Cavna  |  06:41 PM ET, 04/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  image comics, comixology

Posted at 07:13 PM ET, 04/09/2013

APPLE vs. SAGA #12: ComiXology blocks sale of Image comic over ‘images of gay sex’; artist Staples reacts [UPDATED]
By Michael Cavna
Apple bans app sale of Vaughan and Staples’s hit Image comic over graphic ‘images of gay sex.’

By Michael Cavna  |  07:13 PM ET, 04/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  image comics, gay comics

Posted at 11:02 AM ET, 04/05/2013

‘G.I. JOE: RETALIATION: Film wins over not only box-office rivals, but also the ‘father’ of G.I. Joe comics
By Michael Cavna
‘Retaliation’: Film wins over not only box-office rivals, but also the ‘father’ of G.I. Joe comics.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:02 AM ET, 04/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  g.i. joe, box office, larry hama

Posted at 02:35 PM ET, 04/02/2013

‘FINDING DORY’: Disney/Pixar lands Ellen DeGeneres for 2015 sequel to ‘Finding Nemo’
By Michael Cavna
‘Finding Dory’: Disney lands Ellen DeGeneres for 2015 sequel to Oscar-winning ‘Nemo.’

By Michael Cavna  |  02:35 PM ET, 04/02/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  pixar animation, ellen degeneres

Posted at 07:17 AM ET, 04/02/2013

MARIA SIBYLLA MERIAN DOODLE: Naturally, Google celebrates the artist’s evergreen legacy
By Michael Cavna
Maria Sibylla Merian: Naturally, Google celebrates the artist’s ever-blooming legacy with Doodle.

By Michael Cavna  |  07:17 AM ET, 04/02/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  maria sibylla merian, google doodles

Posted at 02:19 PM ET, 04/01/2013

HUGO AWARD NOMINATIONS 2013: Paul Cornell (‘Saucer Country’) will be both toastmaster and nominee; ‘Avengers’ ’Joss Whedon also nommed
By Michael Cavna
HUGO AWARDS: Toastmaster Paul Cornell (Vertigo’s ‘Saucer Country’) is nommed for Graphic Story.

By Michael Cavna  |  02:19 PM ET, 04/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  hugo awards, science fiction, graphic stories

Posted at 05:36 PM ET, 03/31/2013

CESAR CHAVEZ DOODLE: Google criticized for not marking Easter; company says ‘it’s difficult for us to choose’
By Michael Cavna
Cesar Chavez Doodle: Google criticized for not marking Easter; firm says “it’s difficult for us to choose.”

By Michael Cavna  |  05:36 PM ET, 03/31/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  cesar chavez, google doodles

Posted at 11:33 PM ET, 03/26/2013

NCS REUBENS 2013: To his ‘disbelief,’ Dave Whamond leads impressive class of finalists
By Michael Cavna
NCS Reubens 2013: To his ‘disbelief,’ Dave Whamond leads impressive class of finalists

By Michael Cavna  |  11:33 PM ET, 03/26/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:59 PM ET, 03/18/2013

SPX’s ONLINE MELTDOWN: Small Press Expo sells out — but event calls ISP crash a ‘disaster’
By Michael Cavna
SPX’s ONLINE MELTDOWN: Small Press Expo sells out — but event calls ISP crash a ‘disaster’

By Michael Cavna  |  11:59 PM ET, 03/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  small press expo

Posted at 07:45 PM ET, 03/18/2013

JAMES BEARD HONOR: Gifted Lisa Hanawalt is ‘super-surprised’ by nod for illustrated ‘Chefs’ work
By Michael Cavna
Comics creator is ‘super-surprised’ by Humor nod for ‘Secret Lives of Chefs’ work for Lucky Peach.

By Michael Cavna  |  07:45 PM ET, 03/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:09 PM ET, 03/17/2013

ST. PATRICK’S DAY 2013: Celebrating great Irish animation: Tomm Moore illuminates story of ‘Secret of Kells’
By Michael Cavna
Great Irish animation: Tomm Moore illuminates the making of ‘Kells’

By Michael Cavna  |  01:09 PM ET, 03/17/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  st. patrick's day, animation

Posted at 12:47 PM ET, 03/15/2013

JON COZART INTERVIEW: Student finds viral fandom by satirizing Disney princess tales with ‘After Ever After’
By Michael Cavna
College singer Jon Cozart finds inspiration in twisting the princess tales of Ariel, Belle and Pocahontas.

By Michael Cavna  |  12:47 PM ET, 03/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  disney, parody songs

Posted at 03:20 PM ET, 03/13/2013

SXSW ANIMATION AWARD: The ‘ridiculous notion’: Belgian filmmakers wowed by win for poignant ‘Oh Willy...’
By Michael Cavna
SXSW award: ‘Oh Willy...’ animators said thought winning was a ‘ridiculous notion’

By Michael Cavna  |  03:20 PM ET, 03/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  south by southwest, animation

Posted at 02:14 PM ET, 03/12/2013

THE SNYDER SIGNAL: Why DC is wise to turn to Scott Snyder for new Batman origin story
By David Betancourt
THE SNYDER SIGNAL: Why DC is wise to turn to Scott Snyder for new Batman origin story.

By David Betancourt  |  02:14 PM ET, 03/12/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  batman, dc comics

Posted at 02:21 PM ET, 03/11/2013

WHEN COMICS CRASH THE INTERNET: ‘Immense response’ spurs ComiXology to shut Marvel offer for 700 free digital comics [UPDATED]
By David Betancourt
When comics crash the Internet: ComiXology site downed by Marvel offer for 700 free digital comics.

By David Betancourt  |  02:21 PM ET, 03/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  digital comics, comixology, marvel comics

Posted at 05:46 AM ET, 03/11/2013

DOUGLAS ADAMS GOOGLE DOODLE : Neil Gaiman remembers ‘genius’ of ‘Hitchhiker’s Guide’ humorist
By Michael Cavna
Douglas Adams: Neil Gaiman remembers ‘genius’ of ‘Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy’ humorist.

By Michael Cavna  |  05:46 AM ET, 03/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  google doodles, douglas adams

Posted at 02:58 PM ET, 03/06/2013

CLOSE-UP OF ‘IRON MAN 3’ TRAILER: After dissecting Tony Stark’s cinematic teaser, why can’t we sleep?
By David Betancourt
Here’s a cinematic tease that just won’t let us sleep.

By David Betancourt  |  02:58 PM ET, 03/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  iron man, superheroes

Posted at 11:59 PM ET, 03/04/2013

BEST OF THE SEQUESTER: 10 of the Most Striking Sequestration Cartoons (So Far)...
By Michael Cavna
Rounding up 10 of the Most Striking Sequestration Cartoons.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:59 PM ET, 03/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:53 AM ET, 03/04/2013

MIRIAM MAKEBA DOODLE: Google celebrates galvanizing ‘Mama Africa’ with gorgeous logo art
By Michael Cavna
MIRIAM MAKEBA DOODLE: Google celebrates galvanizing ‘Mama Afrika’ with gorgeous logo art.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:53 AM ET, 03/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  miriam makeba

Posted at 12:00 AM ET, 03/01/2013

VALENTINE’S DAY CAPTION CONTEST: And the winner is...
By Michael Cavna
From five finalists, artist Nick Galifianakis picks this as his favorite caption entry:

By Michael Cavna  |  12:00 AM ET, 03/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:56 PM ET, 02/27/2013

WHY KILL ROBIN? The guessing game over DC’s plans for next ‘Batman Incorporated’ sidekick
By David Betancourt
WHY KILL ROBIN? The guessing game over DC’s plans for next ‘Batman Incorporated’ sidekick.

By David Betancourt  |  09:56 PM ET, 02/27/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:57 PM ET, 02/26/2013

STEPHAN PASTIS’s BIG ‘FAILURE’: ‘Pearls’ cartoonist’s new kids’ book is poised for success
By Michael Cavna
STEPHAN PASTIS’s BIG ‘FAILURE’: ‘Pearls’ cartoonist’s new kids’ book is poised for success.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:57 PM ET, 02/26/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  stephan pastis, timmy failure, pearls before swine

Posted at 11:43 AM ET, 02/26/2013

2013 HERBLOCK PRIZEWINNER NAMED: Alt-weekly ’pathfinder’ Dan Perkins (Tom Tomorrow) calls it ‘an overwhelming honor’
By Michael Cavna
2013 Herblock prizewinner named: Dan Perkins (‘This Modern World’) calls it ‘an overwhelming honor’

By Michael Cavna  |  11:43 AM ET, 02/26/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  dan perkins, jack ohman, herblock prize.

Posted at 05:56 PM ET, 02/25/2013

NCS REUBEN AWARDS: Legendary Universal exec Lee Salem to receive ‘T-Square’ Award
By Michael Cavna
NCS REUBEN AWARDS: Legendary Universal executive Lee Salem to receive T-Square Award.

By Michael Cavna  |  05:56 PM ET, 02/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  lee salem, national cartoonists society, reuben awards, universal uclick

Posted at 12:09 PM ET, 02/24/2013

HANDICAPPING THE OSCARS 2013: The long and short of our favorites for the animated Academy Awards [Updated]
By Michael Cavna
HANDICAPPING THE OSCARS: The long and short of our favorites for the animated Academy Awards.

By Michael Cavna  |  12:09 PM ET, 02/24/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:18 AM ET, 02/22/2013

EDWARD GOREY: As Google Doodle celebrates macabre master’s birthday, here are the Gorey details
By Michael Cavna
EDWARD GOREY: As Google Doodle celebrates macabre master, here are the Gorey details.

By Michael Cavna  |  07:18 AM ET, 02/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  edward gorey

Posted at 01:12 PM ET, 02/21/2013

2013 REUBEN AWARD FINALISTS: Creators of ‘Baby Blues,’ ‘Pearls Before Swine’ and ‘Pickles’ nominated
By Michael Cavna
Brian Crane, Rick Kirkman and Stephan Pastis are finalists for the 2013 NCS Reuben Award.

By Michael Cavna  |  01:12 PM ET, 02/21/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  reuben awards, stephan pastis, brian crane, rick kirkman

Posted at 11:33 AM ET, 02/19/2013

NICOLAUS COPERNICUS: With Google’s head-turning Doodle animation, the sun also rises
By Michael Cavna
NICOLAUS COPERNICUS: With Google’s head-turning Doodle animation, the sun also rises.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:33 AM ET, 02/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  copernicus

Posted at 01:10 PM ET, 02/14/2013

VALENTINE’S DAY CAPTION CONTEST: Enter now by writing this Nick Galifianakis cartoon (*and win the signed art)
By Michael Cavna
Valentine’s Day Caption Contest: Enter now (and win!) by writing this Nick Galifianakis cartoon.

By Michael Cavna  |  01:10 PM ET, 02/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  valentine's day, nick galifianakis

Posted at 11:43 AM ET, 02/14/2013

GEORGE FERRIS’s DAY OFF: To play today, Google Doodle marks Valentine’s Day with a heart like a wheel
By Michael Cavna
George Ferris’s Day Off: To play today, Google Doodle marks Valentine’s Day with a heart like a wheel.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:43 AM ET, 02/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  google doodles

Posted at 11:58 PM ET, 02/13/2013

ARTMAKING, A LOVE STORY: How viral ‘I Have Your Heart’ film brought two creators together from worlds away
By Michael Cavna
How the viral ‘I Have Your Heart’ film brought two creators together from worlds away.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:58 PM ET, 02/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  i have your heart

Posted at 11:22 PM ET, 02/12/2013

‘PENNY ARCADE’ GETS REAL: With new ‘Strip Search’ show, 12 cartoonists get a shot at big career boost
By Michael Cavna
‘Penny Arcade’ gets real: With new ‘Strip Search’ show, 12 cartoonists get a shot at big career boost

By Michael Cavna  |  11:22 PM ET, 02/12/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Latest, Local Climate | Tags:  penny arcade, strip search

Posted at 11:57 PM ET, 02/11/2013

KAL’S LAST KICK: With hours to go, Economist/Baltimore Sun cartoonist nears new Kickstarter goal
By Michael Cavna
Economist cartoonist Kevin Kallaugher will publish retrospective thanks to crowdfunding response.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:57 PM ET, 02/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  KAL, Economist, Baltimore Sun

Posted at 10:55 PM ET, 02/10/2013

BAFTA AWARDS: Animated ‘Brave,’ ‘Longbird’ win big at the ‘British Oscars’
By Michael Cavna
BAFTA AWARDS: Animated ‘Brave,’ ‘Longbird’ win big at the ‘British Oscars’

By Michael Cavna  |  10:55 PM ET, 02/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  bafta awards

Posted at 02:21 PM ET, 02/09/2013

PICK OF THE WEEK: Oscar-nominated short ‘Adam and Dog’ is a visual stunner [+VIDEO]
By Michael Cavna
PICK OF THE WEEK: Oscar-nominated short ‘Adam and Dog’ is a visual stunner [+VIDEO]

By Michael Cavna  |  02:21 PM ET, 02/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  adam and dog, minkyu lee, academy awards, oscar shorts

Posted at 11:48 PM ET, 02/06/2013

IN NRA’s SIGHTS: A striking 14 cartoonists make ‘anti-gun’ list
By Michael Cavna
In NRA’s sights: More than 1/3 of journalists on ‘anti-gun’ list are editorial cartoonists.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:48 PM ET, 02/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  nra, political cartoonists

Posted at 03:24 PM ET, 02/04/2013

THIS JUST IN: 2013 Eisner Hall of Fame noms announced; Meskin, Rodriguez inducted [voting now open]
By Michael Cavna
13 Eisner Hall of Fame noms announced; Mort Meskin, Spain Rodriguez inducted by judges.

By Michael Cavna  |  03:24 PM ET, 02/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  spain rodriguez, mort meskin, eisner awards, san diego comic-com international

Posted at 05:48 PM ET, 02/03/2013

SUPER BOWL XLVII HUMOR: The VI most striking Niners-Ravens cartoons come kickoff...
By Michael Cavna

By Michael Cavna  |  05:48 PM ET, 02/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:01 AM ET, 02/01/2013

AN OPEN REQUEST: As convention season kicks off, bring on more live cartoon performance
By Michael Cavna
AN OPEN REQUEST: As convention season kicks off, bring on more live (interactive) performance

By Michael Cavna  |  12:01 AM ET, 02/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:54 PM ET, 01/23/2013

GOOD GRIEF: Original ‘voice of Charlie Brown’ arrested on stalking, threat charges; reportedly is terminally ill
By Michael Cavna
‘Peanuts’ child actor Peter Robbins reportedly is terminally ill.

By Michael Cavna  |  07:54 PM ET, 01/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  peter robbins, peanuts, charlie brown, chris shea

Posted at 07:23 PM ET, 01/20/2013

BATMOBILE SELLS FOR RECORD PRICE: TV-show vehicle fetches $4.6-million at auction
By Michael Cavna
Original Batmobile from ‘60s TV series fetches record $4.6M.

By Michael Cavna  |  07:23 PM ET, 01/20/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  batmobile, batman, barrett-jackson, george barris, rick champagne

Posted at 11:29 AM ET, 01/19/2013

2013 INAUGURATION: Top political cartoons — and their creators — on display for Saturday’s ‘Art Soiree’
By Michael Cavna
Art Soiree: Political cartoons, and their creators, on inauguration display

By Michael Cavna  |  11:29 AM ET, 01/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  art soiree

Posted at 10:47 AM ET, 01/19/2013

CARTOON OF THE WEEK: ‘Pearls Before Swine’s’ Newtown constellation
By Michael Cavna
Cartoon of the Week: ‘Pearls Before Swine’s’ creator on Newtown comic.

By Michael Cavna  |  10:47 AM ET, 01/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  stephan pastis, pearl before swine, newtown

Posted at 03:10 PM ET, 01/18/2013

SEEING DOUBLE: Looking for truth, originality and plagiarism in an Internet world
By Michael Cavna
Looking for truth and originality as cartoonist lifts copyrighted image.

By Michael Cavna  |  03:10 PM ET, 01/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  bill day, scott stantis, zack fowler

Posted at 07:15 AM ET, 01/16/2013

FRANK ZAMBONI: As Google Doodle game celebrates cool inventor, here are 8 Things You Don’t Know About the Zamboni Machine
By Michael Cavna
Frank Zamboni: Interactive Google Doodle game celebrates cool legacy of the ice-rink machine

By Michael Cavna  |  07:15 AM ET, 01/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  google doodle, frank zamboni

Posted at 11:20 PM ET, 01/15/2013

BRAD MELTZER: ‘Fifth Assassin’ author comes to D.C. to ‘out-nerd’ us on American mythology
By Michael Cavna
Best-selling author comes to D.C. fascinated by American mythology.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:20 PM ET, 01/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  brad meltzer

Posted at 03:43 PM ET, 01/14/2013

New Doodle4Google student contest announced: Team artist Mike Dutton spotlights the vital role of teachers
By Michael Cavna
Team Doodle artist Mike Dutton spotlights the role of teachers.

By Michael Cavna  |  03:43 PM ET, 01/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:23 PM ET, 01/11/2013

2013 ACADEMY AWARDS: With lone nom, biggest film of the year flies flag for all superheroes
By Michael Cavna
‘The Avengers’: What the lone Oscars nod for superheroes means.

By Michael Cavna  |  02:23 PM ET, 01/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  academy awards, the avengers, jeff white, industrial light and magic

Posted at 10:27 AM ET, 01/10/2013

2013 OSCARS NOMINATIONS: Brenda Chapman, Pixar’s first woman director, ‘overwhelmed and humbled’ by ‘bittersweet’ nod for ‘Brave’
By Michael Cavna
Brenda Chapman, Pixar’s first woman director, ‘overwhelmed and humbled’ by nomination for ‘Brave.’

By Michael Cavna  |  10:27 AM ET, 01/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  brenda chapman, pixar's brave, frankenweenie, the pirates band of misfits, paranorman, wreck-it ralph

Posted at 12:01 AM ET, 01/09/2013

PUBLISHING: And the bestselling comic book for 2012 is...
By Michael Cavna
Marvel dominates the top of the list, Baltimore’s Diamond announces.

By Michael Cavna  |  12:01 AM ET, 01/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:02 AM ET, 01/04/2013

NCS changes award rules to increase recognition of excellent webcomics
By Michael Cavna
National Cartoonists Society alters criteria, splits webcomic awards into two categories.

By Michael Cavna  |  12:02 AM ET, 01/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  national cartoonists society, reuben awards, tom richmond

Posted at 03:42 PM ET, 01/03/2013

Historic Costa Book win for graphic work: ‘Dotter’ co-author calls it ‘long overdue recognition’ for graphic novels
By Michael Cavna
Co-author Mary Talbot calls Biography honor ‘long overdue recognition’ for graphic novels.

By Michael Cavna  |  03:42 PM ET, 01/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  dotter of her father's eyes, mary talbot, bryan talbot, costa prize

Posted at 11:58 PM ET, 12/31/2012

END OF THE LINE — AND THE BLUEPRINT FOR A BEGINNING: The story behind the most compelling cartoon of the year
By Michael Cavna
When ‘Cul de Sac’ creator Richard Thompson really shared the inner workings of his brain.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:58 PM ET, 12/31/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  richard thompson, cul de sac, team cul de sac

Posted at 10:51 PM ET, 12/27/2012

Stan Lee turns 90: Colleagues salute the Marvel legend and ‘goodwill ambassador for comics’
By Michael Cavna
Comics colleagues salute the ‘Spider-Man’ co-creator & Marvel mastermind.

By Michael Cavna  |  10:51 PM ET, 12/27/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  stan lee, joe simon, tom brevoort, joe sinnott, roy thomas, danny fingeroth

Posted at 01:19 PM ET, 12/23/2012

YOUR 11TH-HOUR COMICS GIFT GUIDE: From ‘Saga’ to ‘Sandman’ to ‘Calvin and Hobbes’: Finish your list with these 12 favorite reads from 2012
By Michael Cavna
From ‘Saga’ to ‘Sandman’ to ‘Calvin and Hobbes’: Finish you list by giving these these favorite reads from 2012.

By Michael Cavna  |  01:19 PM ET, 12/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  comics gift guide, recommended 2012 comics

Posted at 10:46 PM ET, 12/19/2012

POLITICAL CARTOONING: Robert Ariail is ‘humbled’ to win 2012 Berryman Award
By Michael Cavna
South Carolina cartoonist Robert Ariail is ‘humbled’ to win 2012 Berryman Award

By Michael Cavna  |  10:46 PM ET, 12/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  robert ariail, berryman award

Posted at 11:33 AM ET, 12/19/2012

EXCLUSIVE: The digital ‘Doonesbury,’ ‘Dilbert’ & ‘Big Nate’: Andrews McMeel and comiXology announce distribution deal
By Michael Cavna
Andrews McMeel and comiXology announce digital distribution deal.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:33 AM ET, 12/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  comiXology, andrews mcmeel, doonesbury, dilbert, big nate, scott adams, garry trudeau, lincoln peirce

Posted at 01:27 AM ET, 12/17/2012

ONLINE CULTURE AFTER A TRAGEDY: ‘It’s as if we’re desensitized to each other,’ says Matt Bors after his Ryan Lanza link turns ugly
By Michael Cavna
‘It’s as if we’re desensitized to each other,’ says Matt Bors — after his Ryan Lanza link turns ugly.

By Michael Cavna  |  01:27 AM ET, 12/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  matt bors, newtown

Posted at 06:44 PM ET, 12/12/2012

BEST QUOTES OF 2012: From A (Avengers) to Z (“Zippy”), the Cartooning Year in Review, through the creators’ choice words
By Michael Cavna
The Cartooning Year in Review, through the creators’ choice words.

By Michael Cavna  |  06:44 PM ET, 12/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:48 PM ET, 12/11/2012

‘MAN OF STEEL’ TRAILER LANDS: Superman pumps up the volume — yet all we hear is Kevin Costner’s wise rasp
By Michael Cavna
Superman pumps up the volume — yet all we hear is Kevin Costner’s wise paternal rasp.

By Michael Cavna  |  01:48 PM ET, 12/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  superman, man of steel

Posted at 03:37 PM ET, 12/04/2012

‘THE DARK KNIGHT RISES’: 5 Reasons Why You Should Give (or Get) today’s new Blu-Ray
By David Betancourt
5 Reasons Why You Should Give (or Get) today’s new Blu-Ray.

By David Betancourt  |  03:37 PM ET, 12/04/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Theater | Tags:  the dark knight rises bluray

Posted at 01:41 PM ET, 12/03/2012

‘SYMBOLIA’ DEBUTS TODAY: Tablet magazine founder wants to change ‘illustrated journalism’
By Michael Cavna
Tablet magazine founder Erin Polgreen wants to change ‘illustrated journalism.’

By Michael Cavna  |  01:41 PM ET, 12/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  erin polgreen, symbolia

Posted at 11:41 AM ET, 12/03/2012

RIP, JEFF MILLAR: ‘Tank McNamara’ co-creator Bill Hinds memorializes his good friend’s ‘bewildered’ sense of humor [UPDATED]
By Michael Cavna
‘Tank McNamara’ writer Jeff Millar is memorialized by longtime co-creator and friend Bill Hinds.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:41 AM ET, 12/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  jeff millar, bill hinds, tank mcnamara

Posted at 10:23 AM ET, 12/03/2012

RICHARD’S POOR ALMANAC: GoComics.com to rerun Richard Thompson’s classic Post comic starting today
By Michael Cavna
GoComics.com to rerun Richard Thompson’s classic Post comic starting today.

By Michael Cavna  |  10:23 AM ET, 12/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  richard thompson, richard's poor alamanac, andrews mcmeel, the washington post style

Posted at 09:07 AM ET, 11/30/2012

‘RISE OF THE GUARDIANS’: ‘The Obama of animation’? Director Peter Ramsey deflects the comparison — but not the responsibility
By Michael Cavna
‘Rise of the Guardians’ director Peter Ramsey laughs humbly at moniker — but appreciates being a pioneer.

By Michael Cavna  |  09:07 AM ET, 11/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  peter ramsey, rise of the guardians

Posted at 12:36 AM ET, 11/29/2012

RIP, SPAIN RODRIGUEZ: Zap Comix pioneer and ‘loved’ S.F. artist dies at 72
By Michael Cavna
Zap Comix pioneer and ‘loved’ S.F. artist dies at 72

By Michael Cavna  |  12:36 AM ET, 11/29/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Forecasts | Tags:  spain rodriguez, bill griffith

Posted at 06:01 PM ET, 11/28/2012

‘A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS’ 2012: The gospel truth behind how tonight’s ‘Peanuts’ special became a beloved holiday classic
By Michael Cavna
The gospel truth behind how tonight’s ‘Peanuts’ special on ABC became a beloved holiday classic.

By Michael Cavna  |  06:01 PM ET, 11/28/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  peanuts, a charlie brown christmas, charles schulz, jean schulz, lee mendelson, bill melendez, vince guaraldi, abc, mike peters, michael chabon

Posted at 11:52 PM ET, 11/27/2012

CROWDFUNDING AN ARTIST'S ‘SALARY’: Pink-slipped political cartoonist is ‘overwhelmed’ by Indiegogo campaign
By Michael Cavna
Pink-slipped political cartoonist is ‘overwhelmed’ by Indiegogo campaign to replace his job.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:52 PM ET, 11/27/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  bill day, daryl cagle, slava rubin, indiegogo

Posted at 06:30 PM ET, 11/19/2012

‘CALVIN AND HOBBES’ ART FETCHES RECORD $203K: Cartoonist-seller Brian Basset ‘blown away’ by jaw-dropping price for Bill Watterson original at auction [UPDATED]
By Michael Cavna
Cartoonist-seller Brian Basset ‘blown away’ and ‘thrilled’ by record price for Bill Watterson original at auction.

By Michael Cavna  |  06:30 PM ET, 11/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  calvin and hobbes, heritage auctions, bill watterson, brian basset

Posted at 01:33 PM ET, 11/19/2012

MATT BORS’s KICKSTARTER A SUCCESS: Pulitzer finalist will publish two crowd-funded books
By Michael Cavna

By Michael Cavna  |  01:33 PM ET, 11/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  matt bors, kickstarter

Posted at 02:31 PM ET, 11/15/2012

BATMAN’S ‘DEATH OF THE FAMILY’: With the Joker, Scott Snyder giddily deploys his favorite villain
By David Betancourt
With the Joker, Scott Snyder giddily deploys his favorite villain.

By David Betancourt  |  02:31 PM ET, 11/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:03 PM ET, 11/15/2012

CARTOONS AND COCKTAILS: At tonight’s benefit auction, top cartoonists — and their work — are at your bidding
By Michael Cavna
At tonight’s benefit auction, top cartoonists — and their work — are at your bidding.

By Michael Cavna  |  01:03 PM ET, 11/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  cartoons and cocktails

Posted at 12:54 PM ET, 11/14/2012

RIFFS’ FAVE READS OF 2012: ‘District Comics’ anthology renders a rich D.C. history
By Michael Cavna
‘District Comics’ anthology renders a rich D.C. history

By Michael Cavna  |  12:54 PM ET, 11/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  district comics, matt dembicki

Posted at 10:30 AM ET, 11/13/2012

PETRAEUS SCANDAL DRAW-DOWN: 6 Eye-Catching Cartoons From the Satiric Front-Lines
By Michael Cavna
6 eye-catching cartoons from the satiric front-lines.

By Michael Cavna  |  10:30 AM ET, 11/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  david petraeus, robert ariail, steve breen, mike lucovich, jimmy margulies, steve benson, next media animation

Posted at 01:57 PM ET, 11/12/2012

‘SHATTERED’ ASIAN STEREOTYPES: Comic anthology creators take on race through villainous archetypes
By Winyan Soo Hoo
Comic anthology creators take on race through villainous archetypes.

By Winyan Soo Hoo  |  01:57 PM ET, 11/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  jeff yang, parry shen, keith chow, jerry ma

Posted at 01:38 PM ET, 11/11/2012

VETERANS DAY 2012: Artists salute our troops
By Michael Cavna
Artists salute the troops.

By Michael Cavna  |  01:38 PM ET, 11/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  veterans day, google doodle

Posted at 12:01 AM ET, 11/09/2012

AFI FEST WINNERS: ‘Belly,’ ‘Oh Willy’ receive animation honors
By Michael Cavna
‘Belly’ and ‘Oh Willy’ receive animation honors

By Michael Cavna  |  12:01 AM ET, 11/09/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  afi fest 2012, animation

Posted at 10:34 AM ET, 11/08/2012

BRAM STOKER BOOKS: In bloody-good fashion, Google Doodle toasts the towering ‘Dracula’ creator
By Michael Cavna
Google toasts the ‘Dracula’ creator’s 165th birthday with ghoulish Doodle.

By Michael Cavna  |  10:34 AM ET, 11/08/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  bram stoker, dracula, google doodle

Posted at 02:25 AM ET, 11/07/2012

‘OBAMA WINS’ CARTOONS: Artists draw upon the heat of the election
By Michael Cavna
On deadline, artists draw upon the heat of the election.

By Michael Cavna  |  02:25 AM ET, 11/07/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:52 PM ET, 11/06/2012

OBAMA vs. ROMNEY: Vote for your favorite Election Day cartoon
By Michael Cavna
Vote for your favorite Election Day cartoon right here.

By Michael Cavna  |  03:52 PM ET, 11/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  election day 2012, barack obama, mitt romney

Posted at 12:23 PM ET, 11/06/2012

FOUND: SUPERMAN’S KRYPTON: Neil deGrasse Tyson ‘locates’ Kal-El’s home planet in the known universe
By Michael Cavna
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson ‘locates’ Kal-El’s home planet in the known universe.

By Michael Cavna  |  12:23 PM ET, 11/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  neil degrasse tyson, superman, dc entertainment

Posted at 01:54 PM ET, 11/04/2012

BOX OFFICE: ‘Wreck-It Ralph’ sets Disney record with $49 million debut
By Michael Cavna
Disney film sets studio record with $49 million opening.

By Michael Cavna  |  01:54 PM ET, 11/04/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  wreck-it ralph, disney animation

Posted at 02:39 PM ET, 11/03/2012

IMAGE OF THE DAY: Adrian Tomine’s inspired Sandy cover for the New Yorker
By Michael Cavna
Check out Adrian Tomine’s inspired post-Hurricane cover for the New Yorker magazine.

By Michael Cavna  |  02:39 PM ET, 11/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  adrian tomine, the new yorker, hurricane sandy, new york drawings

Posted at 06:13 PM ET, 11/02/2012

ANIMATION OSCARS: And the year’s 21 feature-film candidates are...
By Michael Cavna
And the year’s 21 feature-film candidates are...

By Michael Cavna  |  06:13 PM ET, 11/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 academy awards, feature film animation

Posted at 12:35 PM ET, 11/02/2012

POLITICAL TWEET SHOWDOWN: From across the aisle, cartoonists Bors and McCoy will take to Twitter today in #GCDebateLive
By Michael Cavna
From across the aisle, political cartoonists will take to Twitter today in #GCDebateLive

By Michael Cavna  |  12:35 PM ET, 11/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  matt bors, glenn mccoy, gene willis, universal uclick

Posted at 06:51 PM ET, 11/01/2012

CAMPAIGN 2012: ‘The Simpsons’ ‘endorses’ Romney; ‘Pearls’ goes for third-party candidate
By Michael Cavna
‘The Simpsons’ ‘endorses’ Romney; ‘Pearls’ proposes a third-party candidate.

By Michael Cavna  |  06:51 PM ET, 11/01/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  the simpsons, pearls before swine, blondie, barack obama, mitt romney

Posted at 12:27 AM ET, 10/31/2012

‘IT’S THE GREAT PUMPKIN, CHARLIE BROWN’: 7 Things You Don’t Know About the ‘Peanuts’ Halloween Special tonight
By Michael Cavna
7 Things You Don’t Know about tonight’s ‘Peanuts’ Halloween special.

By Michael Cavna  |  12:27 AM ET, 10/31/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  peanuts, great pumpkin, charles schulz, bill melendez, lee mendelson

Posted at 10:12 AM ET, 10/29/2012

BOB ROSS’s GOOGLE CANVAS: Doodle artfully celebrates the PBS icon of the paintbrush
By Michael Cavna
Doodle artfully celebrates the PBS icon of the paintbrush.

By Michael Cavna  |  10:12 AM ET, 10/29/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  google doodle, bob ross

Posted at 12:27 AM ET, 10/27/2012

‘WRECK-IT RALPH’: Rising visual talent Daniel Kruse is letting his light shine in Hollywood
By Michael Cavna
Rising visual talent Daniel Kruse is letting his light shine in Hollywood,

By Michael Cavna  |  12:27 AM ET, 10/27/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  wreck-it ralph, daniel kruse

Posted at 11:43 PM ET, 10/25/2012

TOP-FLIGHT TALENT: New ‘Talon’ writer James Tynion looks to soar with Gotham launch
By David Betancourt
Q&A: ‘Talon’ writer James Tynion looks to soar with Gotham launch.

By David Betancourt  |  11:43 PM ET, 10/25/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  dc comics, talon, james tynion, scott snyder

Posted at 11:58 PM ET, 10/23/2012

DC COMICS TO DEBUT ‘TALON’: Scott Snyder’s ‘Owls’ spinoff takes flight
By David Betancourt
Scott Snyder’s ‘Owls’ spinoff takes flight.

By David Betancourt  |  11:58 PM ET, 10/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 08:55 AM ET, 10/23/2012

‘Iron Man 3’: The new trailer shows a serious side
By Michael Cavna
The latest Iron Man trailer is released today

By Michael Cavna  |  08:55 AM ET, 10/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:24 PM ET, 10/22/2012

MATT BORS HITS KICKSTARTER: Pulitzer finalist launches campaign for ‘Life Begins at Incorporation’ book [UPDATED]
By Michael Cavna
Pulitzer finalist Matt Bors launches crowd-funding campaign for ‘Life Begins at Incorporation’ book.

By Michael Cavna  |  12:24 PM ET, 10/22/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  matt bors, kickstarter, life begins at incorporation

Posted at 12:18 PM ET, 10/19/2012

A NEWSWEEK APPRECIATION: Saluting the cartoon-friendly ‘Perspectives’ page [UPDATED]
By Michael Cavna
Saluting the ‘Perspectives’ page, that onetime roundup oasis of the nation’s political cartoons.

By Michael Cavna  |  12:18 PM ET, 10/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  newsweek, steve kelley, matt wuerker, steve breen

Posted at 11:48 PM ET, 10/17/2012

OBAMA v. ROMNEY, ROUND 2: Love ‘em? Hate ‘em? Six Striking Debate Cartoons
By Michael Cavna
Love ‘em? Hate ‘em? Six striking debate cartoons.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:48 PM ET, 10/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  presidential debate cartoons, barack obama, mitt romney, candy crowley, bob gorrell, matt bors, glenn mccoy, mike luckovich, david fitzsimmons, next media animation

Posted at 10:42 PM ET, 10/17/2012

THE FIGHT FOR SUPERMAN: Warner Bros. retains rights to Man of Steel in major court ruling
By Michael Cavna
Warner Bros. retains rights to Man of Steel in major court ruling over heirs.

By Michael Cavna  |  10:42 PM ET, 10/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  superman, jerry siegel, joe shuster

Posted at 05:57 AM ET, 10/15/2012

WINSOR McCAY: Google’s amazing Doodle celebrates great ‘Little Nemo in Slumberland’ cartoonist
By Michael S Cavna
Ggoogle has created its greatest animated Doodle ever to celebrate one of the greatest newspaper cartoonists and film animators ever.

By Michael S Cavna  |  05:57 AM ET, 10/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:53 PM ET, 10/14/2012

HARVEY PEKAR: With a dream completed, memorial desk sculpture to be unveiled today in Cleveland
By Michael Cavna
With a dream completed, memorial desk sculpture to be unveiled today in Cleveland.

By Michael Cavna  |  01:53 PM ET, 10/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  harvey pekar, joyce brabner

Posted at 08:43 PM ET, 10/13/2012

MICHAEL CHABON’s NEW GROOVE: How Pulitzer-winning ‘prose stylist’ paved path to ‘Telegraph Avenue’
By Michael Cavna

By Michael Cavna  |  08:43 PM ET, 10/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  michael chabon, telegraph avenue

Posted at 01:52 PM ET, 10/13/2012

PICKS OF THE WEEK: To celebrate ‘Life in Hell,’ cartoonists collaborate on a gift for Groening
By Michael Cavna
To celebrate ‘Life in Hell,’ cartoonists collaborate on a tribute to ‘Simpsons’ creator Matt Groening.

By Michael Cavna  |  01:52 PM ET, 10/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  matt groening, jen sorensen

Posted at 01:51 PM ET, 10/12/2012

CARTOON OF THE DAY: ‘Cul de Sac’ creator draws during brain surgery to treat Parkinson’s
By Michael Cavna
‘Cul de Sac’ creator Richard Thompson doodles during surgery for Parkinson’s disease.

By Michael Cavna  |  01:51 PM ET, 10/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:44 PM ET, 10/11/2012

SUPERMAN’S NEW TEAM: Jim Lee and Scott Snyder will join forces on new Supes title
By Michael Cavna
Jim Lee and Scott Snyder will team on DC’s new Supes title.

By Michael Cavna  |  07:44 PM ET, 10/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  superman, dc entertainment, jim lee, scott snyder

Posted at 12:02 AM ET, 10/11/2012

OF BIRDS AND BRAINS: 7 Top Debate Cartoons
By Michael Cavna
From loud birds to quiet moderators, here are visual commentaries on the debates that caught our eye.

By Michael Cavna  |  12:02 AM ET, 10/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  mitt romney, barack obama, joe biden, paul ryan, 2012 debates

Posted at 01:46 PM ET, 10/08/2012

POST ADDS ‘DUSTIN’ COMIC: Creators think ‘boomerang son’ strip reflects ‘modern American family’
By Michael Cavna

By Michael Cavna  |  01:46 PM ET, 10/08/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  dustin, king features, steve kelley, jeff parker

Posted at 01:05 PM ET, 10/07/2012

NIELS BOHR DOODLE GOOGLE: 12 great quotes from a man at the nucleus of atomic understanding
By Michael Cavna
12 great quotes from a man at the nucleus of atomic understanding.

By Michael Cavna  |  01:05 PM ET, 10/07/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  niels bohr, google doodles

Posted at 12:03 AM ET, 10/05/2012

‘PEARLS’ BEFORE AN AUDIENCE: ‘Pearls Before Swine’ creator Stephan Pastis keeps reaching for new readers
By Michael Cavna
Pearls Before Swine’ creator Stephan Pastis keeps reaching for new readers.

By Michael Cavna  |  12:03 AM ET, 10/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  stephan pastis, pearls before swine

Posted at 12:00 AM ET, 10/04/2012

CHOOSING OBAMA OR ROMNEY: Ann Telnaes’s new ’POTUS Pick’ app puts the interactive choice in your hands
By Michael Cavna
Ann Telnaes’s new ’POTUS Pick’ app puts the interactive choice in your hands.

By Michael Cavna  |  12:00 AM ET, 10/04/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  mitt romney, barack obama, ann telnaes, sara thaves

Posted at 10:03 PM ET, 09/30/2012

TESLA MUSEUM: ‘The Oatmeal’s Matthew Inman on his latest successful Indiegogo campaign
By Michael Cavna

By Michael Cavna  |  10:03 PM ET, 09/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  tesla museum, matthew inman

Posted at 08:07 PM ET, 09/30/2012

BOX OFFICE: Surprising ‘Hotel Transylvania’ sets September record with $43M debut
By Michael Cavna
Sony’s surprising ‘Hotel Transylvania” sets September record with $43-million debut; ‘Looper’ is second.

By Michael Cavna  |  08:07 PM ET, 09/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  hotel transylvania

Posted at 04:16 PM ET, 09/29/2012

QUOTE OF THE WEEK: Stan Lee on his new pacemaker surgery
By Michael Cavna
Comic Riffs’ Quote of the Week: The Marvel mastermind on his brand-new ‘Tony Stark’ heart.

By Michael Cavna  |  04:16 PM ET, 09/29/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  stan lee, tony stark, marvel, pow entertainment

Posted at 12:00 AM ET, 09/28/2012

LITERATI, TWITTERATI: Neil Gaiman arrives for tonight’s Mason Award at full creative gallop
By Michael Cavna

By Michael Cavna  |  12:00 AM ET, 09/28/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  neil gaiman, fall for the book festival, mason award, michael chabon, fairfax prize

Posted at 10:31 AM ET, 09/27/2012

GOOGLE’s 14th BIRTHDAY: Doodle serves up an anniversary treat
By Michael Cavna
Tech giant serves up colorful Doodle as an anniversary gift

By Michael Cavna  |  10:31 AM ET, 09/27/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  google doodles

Posted at 11:48 PM ET, 09/24/2012

‘MIKE DU JOUR’ DEBUTS: Mike Lester vows to ‘just be funny’
By Michael Cavna
Atlanta cartoonist Mike Lester vows to ‘just be funny’

By Michael Cavna  |  11:48 PM ET, 09/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  mike du jour, mike lester, amy lago, alan shearer, washington post writers group

Posted at 02:18 AM ET, 09/22/2012

LEWIS BLACK, CENTER STAGE: On the trail of America’s reigning Angry Comic
By Michael Cavna
On the trail of America’s reigning Angry Comic, or: From Silver Spring to stardom.

By Michael Cavna  |  02:18 AM ET, 09/22/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  lewis black

Posted at 02:02 AM ET, 09/22/2012

NATIONAL BOOK FESTIVAL: Artist Rafael Lopez shares a step-by-step peek at how he created the official poster
By Michael Cavna
Rafael Lopez offers a step-by-step peek at how he created the events' official — and playful — poster.

By Michael Cavna  |  02:02 AM ET, 09/22/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  rafael lopez, national book festival

Posted at 11:58 AM ET, 09/21/2012

‘CUL DE SAC’ ENDS SUNDAY: Cartoon peers salute Richard Thompson [UPDATED]
By Michael Cavna
Cartoon peers salute Richard Thompson as he battle’s Parkinson’s

By Michael Cavna  |  11:58 AM ET, 09/21/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  richard thompson, cul de sac

Posted at 01:31 AM ET, 09/18/2012

THIS JUST IN: Marvel elects our next president: Ultimate Captain America
By Michael Cavna
New story arc taps Cap to lead a divided nation.

By Michael Cavna  |  01:31 AM ET, 09/18/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  captain america

Posted at 07:54 AM ET, 09/14/2012

OBAMA vs. ROMNEY: Whom would the nation’s cartoonists rather satirize? The winner is . . .
By Michael Cavna
Obama vs. Romney: The nation’s top political cartoonists give their preference for the next four years.

By Michael Cavna  |  07:54 AM ET, 09/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:56 AM ET, 09/12/2012

NEW YORKER CARTOONS: Facebook does a ‘180’ on ’Nipplegate’
By Michael Cavna
Cartoon editor Robert Mankoff says Facebook has “restored content” after initial brouhaha.

By Michael Cavna  |  04:56 AM ET, 09/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:44 PM ET, 09/11/2012

9/11 CARTOONS: Rendering a national tragedy
By Michael Cavna
Here’s the editorial cartoon — in memory of the heroes and in honor of the national resolve — that most resonated with me today.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:44 PM ET, 09/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  marshall ramsey, sept. 11 attacks

Posted at 06:19 PM ET, 09/09/2012

MARJANE SATRAPI: ‘Persepolis’ creator waxes passionate on her new live-action film, ‘Chicken With Plums’
By Michael Cavna
MARJANE SATRAPI: ‘Persepolis’ creator waxes passionate on her new live-action film, ‘Chicken With Plums’

By Michael Cavna  |  06:19 PM ET, 09/09/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  marjane satrapi, chicken with plums, persepolis

Posted at 05:25 PM ET, 09/09/2012

2012 HARVEY AWARDS: ‘Cul de Sac,’ ‘Hark! A Vagrant,’ Daredevil and Batwoman among night’s big winners
By Michael Cavna
2012 HARVEY AWARDS: ‘Cul de Sac,’ ‘Hark! A Vagrant,’ Daredevil and Batwoman among night’s big winners

By Michael Cavna  |  05:25 PM ET, 09/09/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  harvey awards, baltimore comic-con, richard thompson, kate beaton, mark waid, j.h. williams

Posted at 01:57 AM ET, 09/09/2012

OF ‘SHOE’ AND JEFF MacNELLY: New story celebrates strip’s 35th anniversary — and its legendary creator
By Michael Cavna
OF ‘SHOE’ AND JEFF MacNELLY: New time-travel story marks strip’s 35th anniversary.

By Michael Cavna  |  01:57 AM ET, 09/09/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  shoe, king features, jeff macnelly, susie macnelly, chris cassatt, gary brookins

Posted at 01:41 AM ET, 09/08/2012

CONVENTION COVERAGE: 7 Eye-Catching DNC Cartoons for the Week
By Michael Cavna
Convention Coverage: 7 Eye-Catching DNC Cartoons

By Michael Cavna  |  01:41 AM ET, 09/08/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  nate beeler, signe wilkinson, michael ramirez, mike luckovich, walt handelsman, nick anderson, jim morin, democratic national convention

Posted at 02:56 PM ET, 09/07/2012

‘STAR TREK: THE ORIGINAL SERIES’ DOODLE: Google boldly celebrates show’s 46th birthday with stellar animated adventure
By Michael Cavna
‘Star Trek: The Original Series’ Doodle: Google boldly celebrates TV series’s 46th birthday with stellar animation

By Michael Cavna  |  02:56 PM ET, 09/07/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  star trek, google doodle

Posted at 12:01 AM ET, 09/06/2012

A BIGGER ‘BLOOP’: Steve Conley announces new Kickstarter ‘stretch goals’
By Michael Cavna
A bigger ‘Bloop’: Steve Conley announces new Kickstarter goals.

By Michael Cavna  |  12:01 AM ET, 09/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  bloop, steve conley, kickstarter

Posted at 05:13 PM ET, 09/02/2012

Baltimore Comic-Con, Small Press Expo and #!&%!! turn D.C. into Cartoon Central
By Michael Cavna
Baltimore Comic-Con, Small Press Expo and #!&%!! turn D.C. into Cartoon Central

By Michael Cavna  |  05:13 PM ET, 09/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  baltimore comic-con, small press expo, #!&%!! festival

Posted at 03:18 PM ET, 09/02/2012

CONVENTION COVERAGE : 8 Eye-Catching GOP Cartoons
By Michael Cavna
Convention Coverage: 8 Eye-Catching GOP Cartoons

By Michael Cavna  |  03:18 PM ET, 09/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  gop convention, mitt romney, paul ryan

Posted at 10:01 AM ET, 08/17/2012

‘CUL DE SAC’: Amid Parkinson’s battle, Richard Thompson ends beloved comic [Updated]
By Michael Cavna
Thompson has decided to stop working as a comic-strip creator amid a battle with Parkinson’s.

By Michael Cavna  |  10:01 AM ET, 08/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 08:20 AM ET, 08/15/2012

JULIA CHILD DOODLE: Google tips its toque with art to celebrate late TV chef’s 100th birthday
By Michael Cavna
Events, books and writings abound to celebrate legendary TV chef.

By Michael Cavna  |  08:20 AM ET, 08/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  julia child, google doodle

Posted at 11:20 AM ET, 08/13/2012

SPX IGNATZ AWARDS: Here are your 2012 Small Press Expo nominees...
By Michael Cavna
SPX IGNATZ AWARDS: Here are your 2012 Small Press Expo nominees...

By Michael Cavna  |  11:20 AM ET, 08/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  small press expo, ignatz awards

Posted at 09:49 AM ET, 08/13/2012

RIP JOE KUBERT: From ‘Sgt. Rock’ to the Kubert School, creator-teacher leaves a legendary legacy [UPDATED]
By Michael Cavna
RIP JOE KUBERT: From ‘Sgt. Rock’ to the Kubert School, creator-teacher leaves a legendary legacy

By Michael Cavna  |  09:49 AM ET, 08/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  joe kubert, jerry robinson, bill gallo, stan lee, scott mccloud, mark waid, mark evanier, frank cho, adam kubert, andy kubert, paul levitz

Posted at 11:48 PM ET, 08/09/2012

A GOTHAM MOST BOLD: Artist illuminates a gallery of gloriously font-powered superheroes
By Michael Cavna
A Gotham most Bold: Artist illuminates a gallery of gloriously font-powered superheroes

By Michael Cavna  |  11:48 PM ET, 08/09/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  matthew olin, superheroes and fonts

Posted at 11:55 PM ET, 08/06/2012

CHIK-FIL-A DEBATE: 10 Eye-Catching Cartoons about meals, marriage and rights
By Michael Cavna
Chik-fil-A chicken debate: 10 Eye-Catching Cartoons about meals, marriage and rights.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:55 PM ET, 08/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  chik-fil-a, jimmy margulies, mike luckovich, steve kelley, glenn mccoy, mark streeter, rick mckee, jack ohman, gary varvel, signe wilkinson, nick anderson

Posted at 07:47 PM ET, 08/05/2012

‘DARK KNIGHT RISES’: Batman film holds off ‘Total Recall’ to win third straight weekend
By Michael Cavna
‘The Dark Knight Rises’: Batman film holds off ‘Total Recall’ to win third straight weeekend

By Michael Cavna  |  07:47 PM ET, 08/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  dark knight rises, total recall, diary of a wimpy kid, jeff kinney

Posted at 09:43 AM ET, 08/03/2012

‘DIARY OF A WIMPY KID’: Superstar series creator Jeff Kinney on the challenges of his latest film, ‘Dog Days’
By Michael Cavna
‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’: Superstar creator Jeff Kinney on his latest film, ‘Dog Days’

By Michael Cavna  |  09:43 AM ET, 08/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  jeff kinney, diary of a wimpy kid, dog days

Posted at 09:01 PM ET, 08/01/2012

COMICS SYNDICATES: As Universal editor changes titles, Trudeau, Watterson, Johnston, Thompson and Tatulli salute an influential figure
By Michael Cavna
Comics syndicates: As influential Universal editor changes titles, Trudeau, Watterson, Johnston, Thompson and Tatulli salute the the great Lee Salem

By Michael Cavna  |  09:01 PM ET, 08/01/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  lee salem, john glynn, universal uclick, garry trudeau, bill watterson, richard thompson, lynn johnston, mark tatulli

Posted at 05:21 PM ET, 07/29/2012

AURORA AFTERMATH: ‘Dark Knight Rises’ wins 2nd weekend, but turnout still dampened
By Michael Cavna
Aurora aftermath: ‘Dark Knight Rises’ wins 2nd weekend, but turnout still dampened

By Michael Cavna  |  05:21 PM ET, 07/29/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  dark knight rises, aurora shooting

Posted at 06:06 PM ET, 07/27/2012

OPENING CEREMONY LONDON 2012: Google’s Olympic Doodle celebrates a kickoff of visual spectacle
By Michael Cavna
OLYMPICS 2012: Google’s new Doodle celebrates London’s Opening Ceremonies.

By Michael Cavna  |  06:06 PM ET, 07/27/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  london olympics 2012, opening ceremony, olympic stadium, danny boyle, daniel craig, paul mccartney

Posted at 11:53 PM ET, 07/25/2012

OF BEN BRADLEE AND ‘MARK TRAIL’: How Comic Riffs celebrates its 4th birthday
By Michael Cavna
Ben Bradlee once axed ‘Mark Trail’: How Comic Riffs celebrates its 4th birthday.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:53 PM ET, 07/25/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  ben bradlee, mark trail

Posted at 08:26 PM ET, 07/24/2012

AURORA AFTERMATH: DC delays Batman comic over potentially ‘insensitive’ content; Christian Bale visits shooting victims
By Michael Cavna
Aurora aftermath: DC Comics delays Batman comic over potentially ‘insensitive’ content

By Michael Cavna  |  08:26 PM ET, 07/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  batman, dc entertainment

Posted at 07:50 AM ET, 07/24/2012

AMELIA EARHART DOODLE: Google salutes aviation pioneer and ‘America’s first modern heroine’
By Michael Cavna
Amelia Earhart: Google salutes 115th anniversary of aviation pioneer’s birth with stirring Doodle — even as clues about her final fatal flight continue to be sought.

By Michael Cavna  |  07:50 AM ET, 07/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  amelia earhart, google doodles

Posted at 06:14 PM ET, 07/23/2012

'DARK KNIGHT RISES': Batman film opens with record-setting $160.8M; Warner Bros. gift to victims reported [UPDATED]
By Michael Cavna
This just in: ‘Dark Knight Rises” debuts with record-setting $160.M after tragedy; Warner Bros. gift to Aurora victims reported. [Updated]

By Michael Cavna  |  06:14 PM ET, 07/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  the dark knight rises, christopher nolan, aurora tragedy

Posted at 09:15 PM ET, 07/20/2012

AURORA TRAGEDY: Christopher Nolan, comics community react to ‘Dark Knight Rises’ theater shooting
By Michael Cavna
Aurora tragedy: Nolan, comics community reacts to the ‘Dark Knight Rises’ theater shooting.

By Michael Cavna  |  09:15 PM ET, 07/20/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  batman, dark knight rises, christopher nolan, aurora shooting, brad meltzer, neil gaiman, scott snyder

Posted at 07:46 PM ET, 07/19/2012

‘DARK KNIGHT RISES’: Batman film has the same glaring flaw: It slights the co-creator
By Michael Cavna
‘The Rant’: ‘Dark Knight Rises’ has the same glaring flaw: It slights Batman’s co-creator.

By Michael Cavna  |  07:46 PM ET, 07/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  batman, dark knight rises, bob kane, bill finger, jerry robinson, paul levitz, carmine infantino, christopher nolan

Posted at 09:44 PM ET, 07/18/2012

‘DARK KNIGHT RISES’: In defense of Batman fans, Christopher Nolan remarks on Rotten Tomatoes — and Rush Limbaugh — kerfuffles
By Michael Cavna

By Michael Cavna  |  09:44 PM ET, 07/18/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  batman, the dark knight rises, christopher nolan, rotten tomatoes, rush limbaugh, matt atchity

Posted at 11:40 PM ET, 07/17/2012

COMIC-CON 2012 REVIEW: 7 Personal Highlights from San Diego convention floor
By Michael Cavna
San Diego Comic-Con 2012 review: Highlights from the convention floor

By Michael Cavna  |  11:40 PM ET, 07/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  san diego comic-con, willian shatner, the hobbit, bill amend, dan piraro, greg evans, lynn johnston

Posted at 09:31 PM ET, 07/17/2012

‘DARK KNIGHT RISES’: Rotten Tomatoes disables comments for the first time after harsh reaction [UPDATED]
By Michael Cavna
‘The Dark Knight Rises’: RottenTomatoes.com disables comments for the first time after harsh and derogatory reactions.

By Michael Cavna  |  09:31 PM ET, 07/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  dark knight rises, matt atchity, batman, christopher nolan, rotten tomatoes

Posted at 02:39 PM ET, 07/15/2012

COMIC-CON 2012: From Downey Jr. to Shatner, Saturday is as big as all imagination
By Tom Racine
San Diego Comic-Con 2012: From Downey Jr. to Shatner, Saturday is as big as all imagination

By Tom Racine  |  02:39 PM ET, 07/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  san diego comic-con 2012, robert downey jr., william shatner, david falconer, roger corman, christopher nolan, shane black

Posted at 02:06 PM ET, 07/15/2012

‘ICE AGE’ 4: ‘Continental Drift’ freezes out ‘Spider-Man’ with $46M debut
By Michael Cavna
Director Carlos Saldanha’s fourth film in CGI-animated series freezes out “Spider-Man” with $46M debut.

By Michael Cavna  |  02:06 PM ET, 07/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  ice age continental drift, amazing spider-man, ted, brave, pixar, seth macfarlane, marc webb, carlos saldanha, denis leary, box office

Posted at 02:29 PM ET, 07/14/2012

GUSTAV KLIMT GOOGLE DOODLE: ‘The Kiss’ logo celebrates Symbolist painter’s gilded sexuality
By Michael Cavna
Gustav Klimt Google Doodle: ‘The Kiss’ logo celebrates Art Nouveau painter’s gilded sexuality on 150th anniversary of his birth.

By Michael Cavna  |  02:29 PM ET, 07/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  gustav klimt, google doodles

Posted at 01:20 AM ET, 07/14/2012

PENN STATE SCANDAL: Oregonian cartoonist rails — successfully — against Nike’s Joe Paterno Child Development Center
By Michael Cavna
From Penn State to Portland: Oregonian cartoonist rails — successfuly — against Nike’s Joe Paterno Child Development Center

By Michael Cavna  |  01:20 AM ET, 07/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  jack ohman, joe paterno, mark parker, phil knight, nike, penn state, jerry sandusky, freeh report

Posted at 05:58 AM ET, 07/12/2012

SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON 2012: Preview Night brings out the boldest thing to wear: Pure passion
By Tom Racine
Even Thor doesn’t generate quite this much atmospheric, if not thermal, heat.

By Tom Racine  |  05:58 AM ET, 07/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:02 AM ET, 07/11/2012

‘PENNY ARCADE’ KICKSTARTER: Creators aim for an ad-free site — and don’t sweat the backlash [UPDATED]
By Michael Cavna
With Kickstarter campaign, “Penny Arcade” creators aim for an ad-free site — and don’t sweat the backlash.

By Michael Cavna  |  12:02 AM ET, 07/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  penny arcade, mike krahulik, jerry holkins, kickstarter

Posted at 11:54 PM ET, 07/09/2012

RIP, UNITED MEDIA: On the anniversary of its death, remembering the great century-old syndicate
By Michael Cavna
Remembering the historic, century-old syndicate United Media (where “Peanuts” was born), a year after it was shuttered.

By Michael Cavna  |  11:54 PM ET, 07/09/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  united media

Posted at 03:09 PM ET, 07/08/2012

‘AMAZING SPIDER-MAN’: Reboot reigns with $65M weekend and $140M six-day start
By Michael Cavna
“Amazing Spider-Man” reboot reigns with $65 million weekend and $140 million six-day start.

By Michael Cavna  |  03:09 PM ET, 07/08/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:48 PM ET, 07/06/2012

‘AMAZING SPIDER-MAN’: Film’s fast $58-million start rewards faith in announced trilogy
By Michael Cavna
‘Amazing Spider-Man’: Film’s fast $58-million start rewards plans for new trilogy.

By Michael Cavna  |  10:48 PM ET, 07/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  spiderman trilogy, amazing spiderman, andrew garfield, marc webb

Posted at 12:43 AM ET, 07/06/2012

‘THE OATMEAL’ v. FUNNYJUNK LAWYER: Why Charles Carreon dropped his Indiegogo charity lawsuit
By Michael Cavna
‘The Oatmeal’ vs FunnyJunk lawyer: Why Charles Carreon dropped his Indiegogo charity lawsuit

By Michael Cavna  |  12:43 AM ET, 07/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  matthew inman, charles carreon, indiegogo

Posted at 08:24 AM ET, 07/04/2012

4TH OF JULY DOODLE: To celebrate freedom, Google urges viewers to support ‘an open and free Internet’
By Michael Cavna
4TH OF JULY DOODLE: To celebrate freedom, Google urges viewers to support ‘an open and free Internet.”

By Michael Cavna  |  08:24 AM ET, 07/04/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  fourth of july, google doodle, take action campaign

Posted at 05:55 PM ET, 07/03/2012

‘AMAZING SPIDER-MAN’ matches previous Spidey film with $7.5M from midnight showings
By Michael Cavna
“Amazing Spider-Man” matches previous Spidey film with $7.5M from midnight showings

By Michael Cavna  |  05:55 PM ET, 07/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  spider-man, marc webb, andrew garfield, emma stone, spider-man 3

Posted at 12:19 AM ET, 07/03/2012

THE AMAZING ‘SPIDER-MAN’: Stan Lee’s Top 10 Quotes About his Web-Slinging Co-Creation
By Michael Cavna
THE AMAZING ‘SPIDER-MAN’: Stan Lee’s Top 10 Quotes About his Web-Slinging Co-Creation

By Michael Cavna  |  12:19 AM ET, 07/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  spider-man, stan lee

Posted at 11:03 PM ET, 07/02/2012

SPX 2012: Françoise Mouly, Adrian Tomine added to stellar lineup of guests
By Michael Cavna
Françoise Mouly, Adrian Tomine added to stellar lineup of SPX 2012 guests

By Michael Cavna  |  11:03 PM ET, 07/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  spx 2012, francoise mouly, adrian tomine