cartoon: living forever
A small online comic strip… (click on the Forward link below to continue reading)
I wrote “Living Forever” in a coffee shop in the spring of ’97. I had been thinking about how wonderful it would be to meet children’s book author and illustrator, William Steig, but I wondered why he would want to be bothered to speak to me. Like a bolt of lightning I realized why. The idea just flowed out of me nonstop. I composed and drew it on napkins. I decided not to redraw them, rather to scan them in as is.
I am a strong believer in mentorship and sharing our gift with others.
Enjoy.–Peter Reynolds
A nice narration to depict how a cartoonist/artist adds value to a narration through whatever means readily available.
Incidentally, for over a year I was associated with Children’s Book Trust (founded by the one and only Shankar Pillai) as an editor during 2004-05 where I happened to interact with artists and learn how their creative caricatures lend a new life to every other story. So much so, Children’s World, the monthly published by CBT had illustration on every page. Subir Roy, the chief artist taught me a lot about the layout of a page vis-a-vis illustrations and pictures, particularly the placements. Truly he is a master in illustrations and also cartooning, an asset to CBT.
It is said that a cartoon and even a picture is as good as 2000 worded article. Believe me, the first thing which most of the readers of newspapers scan happens to be the cartoon.
In this context I am reminded of a tabloid published from Bangalore named KIDI. It was full of cartoons and witty articles. And at the national level, Shankar’s Weekly had no parallel, probably the sole exception being PUNCH the British publication that was available at a whopping price of Rs.5 (during late ‘50s and early ‘60s).
Well, personally, I am a great fan of cartoons and I am proud to say Ajit Ninan and R Prasad (formerly of Business Standard and presently with Outlook magazine) are my personal friends and often I exchange ideas with them. While R K Laxman is the doyen, one must not forget other cartoonists such as Sudhir Tailang, Sudhir Dar, Rajinder Puri, Keshav, Unny, Jayanto, Sourabh. Ranganath, popularly known as Ranga was par excellence when it came to ‘on the spot’ caricature of VIPS. Ranga’s one line sketch of Gandhi is well known even today. Deccan Herald had a cartoonist named Murthi whose Mr.Citizen was a popular front page feature of the daily. I was told that he is also no more.
Suresh Panje
New Delhi
you seem to have such a colorful background Suresh, it reflects in all your interesting comments! yeah I’m one of the readers who looks at the cartoons first most of the time 🙂 One line sketch I think you are referring to the ad that said “Simplicity is the greatness of this man” wow didnt know the artist till now… wow! Thanks
Since the admin of this web site is working, no doubt
very soon it will be famous, due to its quality contents.
Great blog here! Also your web site loads up very fast! What web host are you using?
Can I get your affiliate link to your host? I wish
my site loaded up as fast as yours lol
Flexible pacing іn OMT’s e-learning ⅼets trainees savor math success, constructing deep love ɑnd ideas for exam efficiency.
Dive іnto sеlf-paced mathematics proficiency ѡith OMT’s 12-month e-learning courses,
comρlete ԝith practice worksheets аnd recorded
sessions fⲟr extensive revision.
Ꭲhе holistic Singapore Math technique, ᴡhich constructs multilayered рroblem-solving capabilities, highlights
ᴡhy math tuition is vital fоr mastering the curriculum ɑnd ɡetting ready for future professions.
Ꮃith PSLE math concerns typically including real-ᴡorld applications,
tuition рrovides targeted practice tо establish critical believing skills іmportant for high scores.
Tuition helps secondary pupils develop examination techniques, ѕuch аs time
allocation f᧐r the tᴡo О Level mathematics papers, causing ƅetter general efficiency.
Structure confidence tһrough regular support іn junior college math tuition lowers exam
anxiety, ｒesulting іn faг better end rｅsults in A Levels.
OMT establishes іtself aⲣart wіth an edeucational program tһat improves MOE curriculum uѕing collective
online forums fοr talking aƄout exclusive math obstacles.
OMT’ѕ on the internet community ߋffers assistance leh, ԝhегe yoᥙ can ask
concerns аnd enhance your learning for mᥙch better
grades.
Math tuition lowers exam anxiety Ƅy uѕing consistent revision methods tailored to Singapore’s demanding curriculum.
Мy webpage :: maths ցroup tuition primary school (Carroll)
This is a very informative post about online casinos and
betting platforms. I especially liked how it explains the importance of choosing a trusted site before
signing up.
Many players often ask where they can find reliable gaming platforms
with fair odds and smooth payouts. From what I’ve seen, checking platforms like vn22vip helps users
compare features, bonuses, and overall experience.
Thanks for sharing these insights — they’re helpful for both beginners and experienced
bettors.