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Harpe Signing

Lin — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:07:18 +0000

Here are a few pics from the “Harpe” signing at Comics and Collectibles this past Saturday.

Eric, Chad, Adam, and Penny.

Art print by Adam Shaw

Writer Chad Kinkle

Artist Adam B. Shaw and Chad Kinkle

MSCA members JAson Negen and Adam Shaw

Chad poses with Adam's cover art painting.

MSCA members Jason Negen, Jane Shenks, and Janet Wade

Chad talks to a comics fan about "Harpe".

Anakin Grayson Wade is in the house!

Anakin amd mom Janet

Anakin and dad Antone

MSCA member Ronnie Shenks takes advantage of the 20% off sale.

So does Ronnie's mom Jane Shenks.

Penny Register Shaw and Nicki Howe talk shop.

The MSCA hopes to see you at the next comic signing!

Broad Avenue Holiday Art Walk

Lin — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 22:39:21 +0000

Historic Broad Avenue Arts District hosts its first holiday-themed Art Walk on Friday, December 4.

From 6 – 9 p.m., broaden your holiday gift options by visiting the art studios, galleries and businesses in the Broad Avenue Arts District. Works by more than twenty local and national-based artists are featured.

To assist art enthusiasts with their holiday shopping, many of the artists have created gift-sized works of original art. Odessa (2613 Broad) features a floating installation “Fa la la” where the artwork will be hanging from the ceiling like snowflakes. T Clifton Art’s “Holiday Artstravaganza” (2571 Broad) continues the theme with works in mezzo fresco, enamel, acrylic and sculpture.

MetalWorks (2537 Broad) celebrates the grand opening of their retail gallery space. At Splash Creative (2574 Sam Cooper Blvd), the Memphis Area Women’s Council benefits from sales of t-shirt artwork by local Domestic Violence survivors. Wilmot Originals (1615 Broad) and Studio 2557 (2557 Broad) also will be open.

George Hunt strolls over from South Main and joins the district for a special one-night show at West Memorials (2481 Broad) entitled “Blues on Broad.” There will be a blues band and refreshments available.

Also joining in on the festivities for the evening is Lisa Williamson with an exhibit regarding the Junkyard Museum and it’s summer camp featuring Donald Knaack – The Junkman and his junk band performances.

The walk occurs in the area bounded by Sam Cooper Boulevard and Broad Avenue, between Hollywood and Collins Streets. In addition, participants can enjoy oyster and drink specials at The Cove (2559 Broad) and Broadway Pizza’s signature Around the World pizza (2581 Broad).

Details

What:Broad Avenue Holiday Art Walk
Art Exhibits tailored to support holiday gift giving.

Date: Friday, December 4, 6 – 9 p.m.

Location: Broad Avenue Art District (Sam Cooper Boulevard and Broad Avenue between Hollywood and Collins Streets

Contact Information: T Clifton Art Gallery | 901.323.2787 | www.TCliftonArt.com

For more info click here.

MCA Holiday Bazaar and Plympton Re-cap

Kevin — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 03:14:10 +0000

With members like Matt, Alex, and DaMarco studying at the Memphis College of Art, you know that the Holiday Bazaar will be full of fantastic art! Get great art for a minimal price. Cheese and wine will be catered by Bosco’s, and I know that DaMarco will be participating as one of Santa’s Elves to help you carry your purchases to the cars. Click the image below to learn more.

CARTOONIST/ANIMATOR BILL PLYMPTON visited the Memphis College of Art this month, and DaMarco Randle has written a re-cap to accompany his photographs:

Bill Plympton is considered one of the more clever and original animators.

As a child born and raised in Portland, OR, his dream was to draw with his fanatacism ‘drawn’ to Walt Disney with whom he felt animation died. During that time (1966), there weren’t any animation classes so any artistic advances had to be self-taught. “To be an illustrator, you must do two things: think of ideas fast and draw fast.”

As times got hard, he decided to publish his own stories, which included drawing the sketches and scanning them into the computer, then composing them together.

In 1985, he published his first animated film called “Boomtown,” which taught him that to be a good animator “you must have a good sense of humor.” Since then, Plympton has been the topic of discussion at San Diego Comic Con, even now having been Oscar nominated for his short film in the 2005 Kanye West video Hear ‘em Say.

You can see clips of his cartoons on his official website by clicking his image below.

Events To Visit

Kevin — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:29:36 +0000

Creative Conversations: Ideas that Work
Thursday, October 29, 2009, 5:30 – 8:30 pm
Memphis College of Art, Callicott Auditorium in Rust Hall – FREE

Cocktail networking, inspiring speakers, small group brainstorming

Get inspiration from those who are bringing creative ideas to fruition and brainstorm with community artists, entrepreneurs and leaders to spark or add fire to your own ideas.

Keynote speakers:

Helen Johnson, co-founder of CreateHere, an organization that is bringing creativity to work through harnessing the economic and creative potential of Chattanoogans

Chris Reyes, founder of Live From Memphis, which connects and spotlights local musicians, artists, entrepreneurs, and creative individuals of all kinds

THE GET DOWN
Odessa, 2613 Braod, Memphis, TN
10 PM $7
Saturday, October 24
http://odessatheblog.wordpress.com/
Featuring MSCA member Lana Andrade who performs live art.
Also appearing:
Saturna, Onyx Ashanti, Applejac, and Funke

ELMWOOD CEMETERY TWILIGHT COSTUME TOUR

When: Sat., Oct. 24, 5 p.m.
Phone: 774-3212
Price: $13 adults/$5 children

Ten costumed actors tell stories about some of the people buried at Elmwood Cemetery, located at 824 S Dudley. This is always a fun event, so dress up in your own costumes and head on down there! Having attended the past few years, it’s best to get there during the earliest hours possible so you can get good pictures of the actors and of the headstones of those they represent.

SPOOKY!!

I want to reiterate: Don’t forget you can get your “scare” on and help benefit Youth Villages by attending the Haunted Web of Horrors, two haunts in one! Visit the official website for more information:
http://www.hauntedweb.com/

Also, while you’re at it, don’t forget to go see Paranormal Activity, a movie showing in limited theaters in Memphis’ area only through the 22nd! It is at the Malco Paradiso and Southaven locations. I saw it–VERY scary stuff. Visit www.muleythemule.com for a review of this film.

Comic Signing and Halloween Sale @ C&Cs

Lin — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:36:32 +0000

Comics and Collectibles in Memphis is celebrating Halloween this year with a in-store signing appearance and a costumed sale!

HALLOWEEN SALE- OCTOBER 31ST!

20 % OFF EVERYTHING IN THE STORE

EXCEPT NEW COMICS & PREVIOUSLY DISCOUNTED ITEMS!

25% OFF WITH COSTUME

AUTOGRAPH SESSION FROM 12-4

WITH LET’S BE FRIENDS AGAIN SENSATIONS

CURT FRANKLIN & CHRIS HALEY

COMICS & COLLECTIBLES

4730 POPLAR #2 MEMPHIS, TN 38117 (901)683-7171

MSCA – Loads o’ Goodies

Kevin — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 21:26:18 +0000

The MSCA Dinner Meeting is this Thursday at 7pm at Garibaldi’s Pizza, September 3rd. Lots more information follows below:

BOWERS LIVE AT 9

We got this from Matt Bowers:
Just a quick note. I’m (was) on LIVE @ 9 on Channel 3 WREG (Monday, 8/31) morning at 9am. I’ll be on with Pamela Pitts talking about the comic I did for her several months ago.
Later!
Matt

As a side note, last Sunday’s paper featured the comic book mentioned which has cover art by Adam Shaw! Also, Martheus Wade’s participating in Pam Pitts’ Awakening. He did the new design work on the book as well as her press packets, promotional ideas and contacts. You can count on Wade to get your informaiton out there for sure, eh?

DISNEY TO BUY MARVEL FOR $4 Billion

http://mashable.com/2009/08/31/disney-marvel/

Read about MSCA Pal John Ostrander interview and auctions
http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=22654

Lin Workman’s Green Arrow painting goes up for Auction to help cover John‘s eye surgery:
http://shop.ebay.com/lynegold/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg

To find out more about the auctions visit:
http://www.comix4sight.com/

THE ART OF THE CAN
What a creative mind can do with the body of a Red Bull can.

Red Bull doesn’t just vitalize the body, it also vitalizes the mind. That’s why we’re looking for the most innovative way of creating a work of art from the body of a Red Bull can. There are no rules, no limitations. Just let your imagination run wild.

Send your entries by September 28, 2009.

The creations will be on display in Miami, FL and be judged by a prominent art jury. They will select their three favorites, bringing fame and honor to their creators.

For more information or to register your art, go to redbullartofcan.com.

SCARECROW DISPLAYS

Ready to scare up a little fun? Lichterman Nature Center, 5992 Quince in East Memphis, is seeking volunteers (individuals or groups) to build a scarecrow for this fall’s Scarecrow Display.

From Sept. 10 through Nov. 13, 40 scarecrows will be lurking outside in demonstration gardens and een sitting in benches around Lichterman Nature Center. Scarecrows will deliver messages ranging from recycling to planting for wildlife that relate to the display area. Prizes will be awarded for “Most Popular,” “Greenest,” “Most Artistic,” Most Scientific” and “Best Literary.”

For more information, contact Andy Williams, manager, Lichterman Nature Center at 767-7322, ext. 102.

ANIME FANS

I found a flier at Spin Street:
ATTENTION OTAKU
New Anime/Manga Club Forming. Explore Anime/Manga and all related subjects. New Artist and Trade People welcome. Enrollment open to ages 16 – up. Location will be at Walls Library. To enroll call Ms. Laura at Walls Library phone # 662-781-3664. Address: 7181 Delta Bluffs Pkwy., Walls, MS. Meeting time set after enrollment.

SCOOP THE MULE!
Muley will appear at this year’s 15^th Annual Ronald McDonald House Big Scoop Ice Cream Festival. This will be at Autozone Park in Downtown Memphis (200 Union Ave.) on Saturday, September 26^thfrom 11 am – 4 pm. For more information, visit www.rmhmemphis.org where you can also donate! Tickets are available here: http://www.rmhmemphis.org/HouseHighlights/Default.aspx?ArticleId=71

SHARED STORIES

Lin shared this link about a meth ring who used comics to launder cash:
http://www.cnn.com/2009/CRIME/08/25/meth.ring.arrests/index.html?eref=rss_topstories

Greg shared this link for comic strippers:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=amb_link_84847971_1?ie=UTF8&docId=1000404091&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=browse&pf_rd_r=10TWMHT4YAZ5VJD4KXCA&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=486498231&pf_rd_i=2128878011

Greg sent this film information along as well: Died Young, Stayed Pretty, Saturday September 5th, 2:00pm. $8, $6 for Brooks Members (also the price for 901 Creatives members).
This unique documentary peels back the paper curtain and looks behind the scenes of the underground poster movement, examining the creative spirit that drives these indie graphic artists. The film gives us intimate look at some of the giants of this modern subculture, virtually unknown outside of their circle. These graphic banditos roam the streets, plastering their work to every available surface. Creating their own visual language for describing the spotty underbelly of western civilization, they’ve managed to create posters that are strikingly obscene, unflinchingly blasphemous, and often quite beautiful.
*Director Eileen Yaghoobian will be in attendance
www.diedyoungstayedpretty.com.

PULITZER FOR SPARKY?
My friend from the Charles M. Schulz Museum, Karl Jacque, has been diligently working to get a Pulitzer for Sparky. Please read below and help by sending him a letter to add to the collection:

Hello Everyone,
The Special Award or Citation was not awarded for 2009. I have resubmitted my nomination to professor Sig Gissler and his board for 2010. I am sending professor Gissler’s reply.

In previous years I have had a couple of suggestions from Columbia University. Statements should be sent that specify: Why Sparky over anyone else? Letters from Sparky’s peers, friends and followers listing how Sparky influenced their careers and made a difference in their lives.

I have been requesting that letters be sent to Creative Associates, #1 Snoopy Place, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 to my attention. I suggest we bundle these letters and send them to Professor Gissler in one mailing. I’m not sure about the politics involved. I am open to suggestions. It appears Sparky has been nominated in the past and no action has ever been taken by the board. Possibly a nomination from United Media may be in order. Please go to the Pulitzer Award web-site and look at the winners of past Special Award or Citations. Look at the award for Dr. Seuss. Sparky far exceeds the qualifications given for that award.

Please pass the word requesting letters for our new nomination for 2010.

Professor Gissler’s reply: August 17, 2009

Dear Mr. Jacque:

Thank you for your recent message about a special award for Charles Schulz, the famed cartoonist. While I am not at liberty to discuss the confidential deliberations of the Pulitzer Board, I can say that consideration was given to your previous nomination and, obviously, the Board did not see fit to act. That is not unusual. We receive quite a few nominations — and awards are rarely bestowed.

At this point, the best I can do is to let the appropriate committee know of your continuing hope.

Sincerely,
Sig Gissler
Sincerely,
Karl Jacque

MSCA EXECUTIVE BOARD
There was only one e-mail with nominations and the Executive Board was formed. The Secondary Board has also been filled where it could be, with a new appointed position to Lin Workman (he was already doing the job and deserved the title). Big thanks to everyone for their work, both past and upcoming. And if you haven’t visited the website lately, you really need to! It’s fantastic! Thanks Nicki!

www.midsouthcartoonists.com
MSCA Executive Board:
President: Kevin L. Williams
Vice-President: Martheus Antone Wade
Secretary:
Treasurer: Janet Wade

MSCA Secondary Board:
Webmaster: Nicki Howe
Web Content Manager: Lin Workman
Coordinator of Events and Outreach:
Historian: Janet Wade
Editor-In-Chief:

Happy Mother’s Day!

Kevin — Sun, 10 May 2009 15:13:26 +0000

We at the MSCA wanted to wish everyone a Happy Mother’s Day! Mothers are very important to children, even though we may not act like it sometimes. Whenever the whole world is ready to crash down around us, mothers can be our stronghold to let us know we are okay. Whenever the world turns its back on us, mothers give us love that is nonjudgemental and everlasting. Whenever we are sick, mothers can always make us better! Mothers shape and mold our ethics for our lives, and instruct us how to care about others in the world, determining the future for not just ourselves but everyone we will meet. We salute all the wonderful mothers and the hard, hard work they do to keep us happy, healthy and safe.