It’s CXC Week! Opening Night Reception Wednesday!

It’s CXC Week! Opening Night Reception Wednesday!

CXC kickoff this Wednesday with the opening reception at the Gateway Film Center!

Let’s get together, have a drink, eat some popcorn and watch some cartoons this Wednesday!

Kick off the festival with our CXC Opening Night reception at 6 pm on September 27! Celebrate Cartoon Crossroads Columbus 2023 at the Gateway Film Center. Gather with old friends and meet new ones. Volunteers will be available to help you make your plans to experience CXC’s panels, expo and afterparties.

Reception followed by a welcome from CXC staff at 7:15 PM and our first presentation, Ohio Animation Showcase screening at 7:30 PM
Admission is FREE.
You’re welcome to pop in or RSVP at https://fb.me/e/78nOJl1qa
Ohio Animation Showcase
Curated by Vincent Alexander and Rafael Rosado, this screening will showcase a variety of Ohio animated films to help kick off CXC 2023!
Program lineup:
Fragments (Mark Neeley, 2020, 4:18 mins.)
Duo (Sidney Gale, 2020, 4:42 mins.)
Polygondwanaland (Francis Amisola, 2019, 3:57 mins.)
This is Tru (Kelli S Williams, 2017, 4:01 mins.)
Met(Eye)Morphosis (Jonathan Riles, 2023, 3:00 mins.)
The Finvestigations of Sharklock Foams (Allie Vanaman, 2017, 3:23 mins.)
Carboload (Cole Thiele, 2023, 5:44 mins.)
The Indescribable Nth (Steve Moore, 1999, 9:32 mins.)
Klickbait Kat (Vincent Alexander, 2023, 5:00 mins.)
https://fb.me/e/1s6UPwFTN

Admission is FREE

Cartoon Crossroads Columbus is proud to present over 20 special guests participating in 50+hours of creator-driven programming at iconic locations citywide.

Cartoon Crossroads Columbus + September 27 – October 1, 2023.
For more information go to www.cartooncrossroadscolumbus.org
Gateway Film Center Rafael Rosado

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Random TUKI

Random TUKI

Artwork from TUKI Book One: Fight for Fire, available now through your favorite local retailer! TUKI will be a six volume graphic novel series.

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CXC: Young Adult (YA) Comics Spotlight

CXC: Young Adult (YA) Comics Spotlight

50+ hours of FREE programming, spin the rack!

Young Adult (YA) Comics Spotlight
October 1, 2023 1:00pm 2:00pm Auditorium – The Columbus Metropolitan Library

There’s no denying the popularity of Young Adult literature especially when it comes to graphic novels. What challenges does an artist face when crafting stories for this age group? Join legendary artist P. Craig Russell (Coraline, The Graveyard Book) and emerging voice, Nicole Goux (Forest Hills Bootleg Society, Shadow of the Batgirl) in conversation with Rafael Rosado (Giants Beware) as they discuss their approach to creating work that resonates with young adults.

https://www.cartooncrossroadscolumbus.org/…

Cartoon Crossroads Columbus + September 27 – October 1, 2023.
For more information go to www.cartooncrossroadscolumbus.org
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CXC Returns! Sept 27th – Oct 1st!

CXC Returns! Sept 27th – Oct 1st!

Visit the official website for more information!
https://www.cartooncrossroadscolumbus.org

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus Returns: Here are the Special Guests, Events

Cartoon Crossroads Columbus Returns: Here are the Special Guests, Events

CXC 2023 begins next week! Catch up on all of the happenings in today’s profile from The Columbus Dispatch!
https://www.dispatch.com/story/entertainment/events/2023/09/19/cartoon-crossroads-columbus-comes-to-various-venues-beginning-sept-27/70887346007/

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CXC 2023: A History of Dreamworks Animation

CXC 2023: A History of Dreamworks Animation

CXC 2023: A History of Dreamworks Animation
Thursday September 28th 4pm-5pm
Wexner Center for the Arts
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the history of animation at NBCUniversal—including the DreamWorks catalogue—from archivist Chase Schulte.
DreamWorks Animation has produced some of the most memorable and beloved animated films of the past 25 years. From Antz and The Prince of Egypt (both 1998) to the Academy Award–winning Shrek (2001) to recent hits such as Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022), the studio continues to release animation hits that please critics and audiences of all ages.
In this presentation, Chase Schulte, Ohio State alum and manager of Physical Archive Operations at NBCUniversal—which acquired DreamWorks Animation in 2016—discusses the history of the studio and some of its most popular films, as well as some examples of past animated films released by Universal. A Q&A session follows the talk. (60 mins.)
@wexarts
Click here to reserve free tickets for the event.
https://wexarts.org/film-video/history-dreamworks-animation

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Random TUKI

Random TUKI

Artwork from TUKI Book One: Fight for Fire, available now through your favorite local retailer! TUKI will be a six volume graphic novel series.

#comics #books #graphicnovels #bonecomics #jeffsmith #cartoonbooks #TUKI #RASL

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TBT Pogofest!

TBT Pogofest!

It’s no secret that Pogo is one of Jeff’s favorite comics of all time. So imagine his surprise and delight at being invited to receive a ‘star’ on the Pogofest Walk of Fame in 1997. Pogofest is an (almost) annual festival dedicated to celebrating all things ‘Pogo’ and Walt Kelly located in the swamps of Waycross, Georgia!

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Fan Animation

Fan Animation

Sweet fan animation of Fone Bone sent in from @roblesanimation. Neat!

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9/11

9/11

September 11, 2001, Jeff and Vijaya had just arrived in Norway for a comics festival in Bergen. Illustrating the experience of what it was like to be far from home that day, these original art pieces were donated to the “9-11: Emergency Relief” graphic novel which was a fundraiser for the American Red Cross.

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#TBT Wexner Center Mural

#TBT Wexner Center Mural

In 2008, The Wexner Center for the Arts (located at The Ohio State University), hosted the: Jeff Smith Bone and Beyond gallery exhibit, which featured Jeff’s original art from Bone, Rasl and his Shazam miniseries. Also on display were original pages from some of Jeff’s heroes such as E.C. Segar’s Popeye, Carl Barks’ Uncle Scrooge, Charles Schulz’s Peanuts and more. Perhaps the most jaw-dropping part of the exhibit was the floor-to-ceiling panel installation taken from a scene in the Bone series. 

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Jeff Smith Original Art Up for Auction!

Jeff Smith Original Art Up for Auction!

A rare opportunity! A signed Jeff Smith original piece of art is up for bid now, benefiting the NCS! Measuring 8.5″ x 11″ with blue pencil and ink on 2 ply Strathmore Bristol. “Fone Bone Waving The Flag Of Freedom For The CBLDF.” Created in 2005 and used on membership cards and T-shirts for the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. Direct link here https://www.comicartfans.com/gallerypiece.asp?piece=1950502

Happy Bidding!
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Jeff Smith Original Art Up for Auction!

Jeff Smith Original Art Up for Auction!

A rare opportunity! A Jeff Smith original piece of art is up for bid now, benefiting the NCS! Measuring 8.5″ x 11″ with blue pencil and ink on 2 ply Strathmore Bristol. “Fone Bone Waving The Flag Of Freedom For The CBLDF.” Created in 2005 and used on membership cards and T-shirts for the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. Direct link here https://www.comicartfans.com/gallerypiece.asp?piece=1950502

Happy Bidding!
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Update!

Update!

We want to share that Jeff Smith is in rehab and working hard to get well. He sends his heartfelt thanks to everyone who has expressed concern.

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Update!

Good Morning!

Look who popped up in @drawl.ings morning joe?!

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Fan Art

Fan Art

Thank you, @whenuwerelittle for this cheerful ‘get well’ pinup for Jeff!

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PW’s Calvin Reid Wins CXC’s Tom Spurgeon Award

PW’s Calvin Reid Wins CXC’s Tom Spurgeon Award

Congratulations, Calvin! So well deserved!
https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/awards-and-prizes/article/93036-pw-s-calvin-reid-wins-cxc-s-tom-spurgeon-award.html

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NYT Book Review: A Panel-by-Panel Life of the Man Who Created Charlie Brown

NYT Book Review: A Panel-by-Panel Life of the Man Who Created Charlie Brown

Jeff gave his first New York Times book review for FUNNY THINGS: A Comic Strip Biography of Charles M. Schulz, written by Luca Debus and Francesco Matteuzzi. Illustrated by Luca Debus. A long time fan and later friend to Sparky, this was an important task for Jeff, and one he was proud to give his seal of approval on. Check it out!

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/25/books/review/funny-things-a-comic-strip-biography-of-charles-m-schulz-luca-debus-francesco-matteuzzi.html

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Hello Friends!

Hello Friends!

A note of appreciation from all of us at Cartoon Books for the enormous amount of support and concern you have shown Jeff in these past few days. We may not be able to reply to each one, but know we are reading them and they are the best medicine. Many of you have asked about sending a card to Jeff – and those are always welcome! Please send to: Cartoon Books PO Box 16973, Columbus, OH 43216.

xoxo The CB Crew

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Fan Art

Fan Art

Our friend Art Baltazar drew this nifty piece to cheer Jeff on. Aw yeah!

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Fan Art

Fan Art

@JuddWinick created this lovely drawing of Fone Bone and Hilo, in addition to the awesome hashtag: #welovejeffsmith. You’re a good man, Judd. Thank you! Hugs!

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Fan Art

Fan Art

Today’s awesome ‘get well soon’ fan art comes courtesy of @StudioJJK (Jarrett J. Krosoczka). It’s daring and we love it! Thank you!

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Fan Art

Fan Art

Thank you to everyone for their well wishes for Jeff – your kindness is appreciated! And we’ve received some swell fan art which we’ll be sharing here. This one is from @thewesmolebash – thank you!

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