When I think of what a professional is, I naturally think of people with high degrees and important jobs. Jobs that, if done poorly, lead to serious consequences. Brain surgeons, accountants, and major league pitchers, to name a few. It's hard for me to think of exactly what it means to be a professional cartoonist. When it comes to cartooning, all of my typical associations with the concept of professionalism goes right out the window. First of all, most cartoonists I know of don't typically wear a suit and tie when they sit down at the ol' drawing table. In fact, my daily wardrobe could …
Archives for April 2005
When You Wish Upon A Star
I LOVE this photo. It's my Goddaughter Belle, and it was part of an e-mail campaign sent out by her mom, the Publicity Princess. The e-mail reads: "This little star has a wish for YOU - buy raffle tickets for the Kim & Jason Benefit for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Very happy to have her health, she wants to help sick kids. For just $5 a ticket (or 5 for $20) you could win a cruise for two worth $2,000, a dining out package worth over $250, a "pamper yourself package" or a "family adventure" package. You can buy tickets online at https://escapeadulthood.com/makeawish" I can't think of a …