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Book Synopsis: Syndicated cartoonist and illustrator Tim Jackson offers an unprecedented look at the rich yet largely untold story of African American cartoon artists. This book provides a historical record of the men and women who created seventy-plus comic strips, many editorial cartoons, and illustrations for articles. The volume covers the mid-1880s, the early years of the self-proclaimed black press, to 1968, when African American cartoon artists were accepted in the so-called mainstream.
When the cartoon world was preparing to celebrate the one hundredth anniversary of the American comic strip, Jackson anticipated that books and articles published upon the anniversary would either exclude African American artists or feature only the three whose work appeared in mainstream newspapers after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination in 1968. Jackson was determined to make it impossible for critics and scholars to plead an ignorance of black cartoonists or to claim that there is no information on them. He began in 1997 cataloging biographies of African American cartoonists, illustrators, and graphic designers, and showing samples of their work. His research involved searching historic newspapers and magazines as well as books and “Who’s Who” directories.
This project strives not only to record the contributions of African American artists, but also to place them in full historical context. Revealed chronologically, these cartoons offer an invaluable perspective on American history of the black community during pivotal moments, including the Great Migration, race riots, the Great Depression, and both World Wars. Many of the greatest creators have already died, so Jackson recognizes the stakes in remembering them before this hidden yet vivid history is irretrievably lost.
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Discover the untold story of African American cartoon artists with the groundbreaking book, Pioneering Cartoonists of Color. Authored by syndicated cartoonist and illustrator Tim Jackson, this volume provides a historical record of over seventy comic strips, editorial cartoons, and illustrations created by African American artists. Unlike other publications, this book ensures that the rich contributions of these talented individuals are not forgotten or overlooked.
From the mid-1880s to 1968, African American cartoon artists faced numerous challenges in gaining recognition and acceptance in the mainstream. While the world prepared to celebrate the one hundredth anniversary of the American comic strip, Jackson realized that the contributions of African American artists were often excluded or ignored. Determined to address this issue, he embarked on an extensive research project to catalog the biographies and artwork of these pioneering creators.
Pioneering Cartoonists of Color goes beyond simply documenting the work of African American artists. It places their creations in the historical context of pivotal moments in American history, such as the Great Migration, race riots, the Great Depression, and both World Wars. By exploring these cartoons chronologically, readers gain an invaluable perspective on the black community's experiences during these tumultuous periods.
Unfortunately, many of these exceptional artists have already passed away, making it all the more crucial to remember and appreciate their contributions before this vibrant history is lost forever. Don't miss out on this opportunity to delve into the hidden world of African American cartoonists, their remarkable artwork, and the indelible impact they had on American society.
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of African American cartoon artists by getting your copy of Pioneering Cartoonists of Color today. Click here to order now!
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