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

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

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

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@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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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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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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To our friends and fans: Jeff Smith is recuperating from a cardiac arrest, which he suffered on Sunday. There will be a long road to recovery, so regrettably we must cancel the remainder of his book tour this year. Our apologies to his fans who were coming to see him at: Rob Con (VA), CXC (OH), Bedrock Comic Con (TX) and NYCC (NY). We hope this is just a bump in the road and that Jeff will see you all next year. Thank you for your support and understanding at this time.

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Artwork from TUKI Book One: Fight for Fire, available now through your favorite local retailer!

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Have a great year, everyone!

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Comics Appreciation Project posted this great video after receiving a large graphic novel donation from Cartoon Books. CAPS is a nonprofit promoting youth literacy and the arts through a shared passion for graphic storytelling. Check them out: @comics_apprecication_project on Instagram

https://fb.watch/mruHMKVmZs/?mibextid=qC1gEa

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Animated Film Director Brenda Chapman is coming to CXC 2023!
Thursday, September 28, Wexner Center for the Arts
Reception 6 pm; Screening 7 pm; Q&A with Brenda Chapman after film
For tickets go to: https://wexarts.org/film-video/prince-egypt
Limited seating available
The Prince of Egypt 25th anniversary screening with Director Brenda Chapman in person. Join us for a reception before the screening and Q&A with Brenda Chapman following screening.
Codirector Brenda Chapman, the first woman to direct an animated feature for a Hollywood studio, visits the Wex to discuss the production of that landmark film.
The Prince of Egypt was the first production created by DreamWorks Animation (Antz was the first film to be released), carving out a place in film history for both Chapman and the studio. The film became an instant critical and box office success upon its release in 1998, and its reputation only continues to grow to this day.
An animated retelling of the life of the prophet Moses from the book of Exodus from the Old Testament, The Prince of Egypt features an astonishing cast of voice actors including Ralph Fiennes, Michelle Pfeiffer, Sandra Bullock, Patrick Stewart, Danny Glover, Jeff Goldblum, Steve Martin, and Val Kilmer as Moses. Chapman also codirected the Oscar-winner Brave (2012) for Pixar. (99 mins., 35mm).
Join us for a discussion and Q&A with director Chapman as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Prince of Egypt with a free screening. And come early for a reception with Chapman and NBCUniversal’s Chase Schulte with snacks for sale and a cash bar from 5:30 to 7 PM in the lower lobby before the screening.
Brenda Chapman is the first woman to direct an animated feature film for a Hollywood studio when she made Prince of Egypt (1998). A prolific artist in the animation industry, Chapman has also worked in various capacities on such landmarks as The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, Cars, WALL-E, Up, and many more. Chapman developed the Academy Award winning Brave (2012) for Pixar and was codirector of the film.
Photo credit: Chapman Lima Productions
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Guest courtesy of Wexner Center for the Arts Wexner Center for the Arts

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