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AUGUST 2017 CLAW HEAT ADVISORY

OLD BUSINESS:
CLAW + Tacoma Rocks power team up was amazing! Never in the history of CLAW meetings had we stuffed kings books so full.. Behold Mark Brill’s Dinosaurs TV Show rock tribute..

CLAW + Tacoma Rocks working group at Kings Books

Tacoma Rock by Mark Brill

ANTHOLOGY UPDATE: the finished comic anthology of ‘anthropomorphic fables’ is set to be revealed at the 2017 Jet City Comic Show. We are down for one (1) Corner Booth with no additional needs. Here is a TEASER of just two of the many all new characters set to debut..

Tacoma Chickadee by Anique Zimmer

Toby by Megatronic Labs

NEW BUSINESS…

NEXT CLAW OPEN SWIM: Join your friendly neighborhood cartoonists for a friendly round of Shrinky-Dink illustration and live oven shrinking!  Advanced Cartoon/Toy technology will be demonstrated. AUGUST 23rd, 7:30 – 9 pm at Kings Books – 218 St Helens Ave, Tacoma, Washington 98402

and now your moment of zen…

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March+February 2017 Status Update!

CLAW NEWS UPDATE! Fresh from attending Tom Richmond’s CARICATURE workshop in Las Vegas (one of Mad Magazine’s top caricature artists) , CLAW Master Cartoonist Mark Brill presented to the February CLAW Open Swim a ‘skill-share’ of his new found CARICATURE wisdom; and in addition to performing a live CARICATURE demo on members of the awe-inspired audience, there was much rejoicing.

Caricature Demonstration by Mark Brill

Caricature Demonstration by Mark Brill

Use Black Crayon for Shade

Use Black Crayon for Shade

Secret Weapon of the Caricature Artist: Black Crayola Marker felt “Cone” shape tip perfect for line variations

Next Open Swim at Kings Books 7:30 pm 4th Wednesday March 22nd – Theme TBD

MEANWHILE:
CLAW Master Illustrator Jennevieve Schlemmer  was recruited by a local troop of the Girlscouts of America to teach a comics badge class! Jennevieve Reports: “[the girls were all] cranking out many 16 panel/one page comics after another!ALSO: “Commander” RR Anderson reminds readers of Penstuff that Tinkertopia has begun hosting adult-only Tinker Art “Happy Hour” Nites at the shop every 1st and 3rd Thursdays. 



ALSO ALSO:
Members of CLAW are urged to have their overview outlines of 2-3 anthropomorphic fables ready to present at the next secret meeting for inclusion into the first CLAW comic anthology book publication! Details here
PLEASE WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!  Brent Rosenburgh + Megan & Britton Sukys !

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International Captain Picard Day Community Art Show

Wall of Picard at Destiny City Comics

Wall of Picard at Destiny City Comics

Inspired by International Captain Picard Day Art shows featured in other cities, Jennevieve Schlemmer brought the idea of the CLAW and Destiny City Comics sponsoring such a show to the Council of Four-Eyes. The membership loved the idea and by unanimous finger pointing appoint Talon #21 aka: Jennevieve Schlemmer to the task of curator and head honcho in charge. Its through was only through her many hours of hard work that the Captain Picard Day Art Show and Festival became a reality.

The Show Opens

The Show Opens

The amount of art submitted was inspiring, as was the artwork itself. Early submissions revealed via social media encouraged other artists to create submissions. A buzz was being felt by everyone involved. When the evening of June 16th rolled around Destiny City Comics found its aisles filled with Captain Picard admirers. Many prizes were given out and we wish a prize could go to everyone in the show. A special thanks to judges Amy McBride (Tacoma City Arts Administrator) and Dan Long (Grand Cinema House Manager). They certainly had their task cut out for them. As did everybody who voted for the People’s Choice award. It really was a tough choice selecting a favorite. Additional thanks to the folks who participated in the costume competition.

Trying to decide on best in show

Trying to decide on best in show

The Captain Picard Day Art Show and Festival will remain up on the walls of Destiny City Comic through the month of June. Please stop by the store and take a close look at the display in person. You can pick up a newly minted-and free-Star Trek Activity themed Zine produced by the CLAW. There is also a table where you can find art and publications of the participating artists on sale. And of course most of the art is for sale as well.

Becky Hoover won the Costume Contest Award [POP figurine]

Becky Hoover won the Costume Contest Award [POP figurine]

The success and response to the show has been terrific. Plans are already underway for another Captain Picard Day Art Show. Be sure to mark your calendars for Captain Picard Day, June 16th 2017!

Earl of Grey” by James Stowe NFS Received the Earl Grey Tea, Hot Award [Star Trek Double Feature Movie Bundle]

Earl of Grey” by James Stowe NFS Received the Earl Grey Tea, Hot Award [Star Trek Double Feature Movie Bundle]

“Picard Talking 1 & 2” by Terese Cuff $20 Be sure to scan!

“Picard Talking 1 & 2” by Terese Cuff $20 Be sure to scan!

 

24)“Resistance is Futile” by Mark Brill $250 Received the I am Borg Award [Apocalypse Poster]

24) “Resistance is Futile” by Mark Brill $250 Received the I am Borg Award [Apocalypse Poster]

22)“Q is for Quilt” by Ms. Darcy $300 Received the Prime Directive Award [Earl Grey Tea]

22) “Q is for Quilt” by Ms. Darcy $300 Received the Prime Directive Award [Earl Grey Tea]

 

21)“Four Lights, Bitch” by A.Kay Lindsay $40

21) “Four Lights, Bitch” by A.Kay Lindsay $40

 

“Talking Bubble” by Jennevieve Schlemmer $125

“Talking Bubble” by Jennevieve Schlemmer $125

 

“Captain’s Closet Necklace” by Kimberly Sparks-Wilmer $125

“Captain’s Closet Necklace” by Kimberly Sparks-Wilmer $125

 

Untitled by Rob Clifford $250 Received the Riker’s Beard Award [Deadpool Poster]

Untitled by Rob Clifford $250 Received the Riker’s Beard Award [Deadpool Poster]

“Picart” by Becky Hoover $150

“Picart” by Becky Hoover $150

 

“Jean Luc Picard Age of Exploration” by M. Scott Hammond $350 Received the Space-the Final Frontier Award [Star Trek Graphic Novel]

“Jean Luc Picard Age of Exploration” by M. Scott Hammond $350 Received the Space-the Final Frontier Award [Star Trek Graphic Novel]

“What Would Captain Picard Do?” by RR Anderson $1701 Received the Warp 9 Award [Terracrux Gift Certificate]

“What Would Captain Picard Do?” by RR Anderson $1701 Received the Warp 9 Award [Terracrux Gift Certificate]

“Make it So Advisors” by Dianne R Anderson $250

“Make it So Advisors” by Dianne R Anderson $250

 

Untitled by Amanda Pool NFS Received the Make It So Award [The Grand Cinema Gift Certificate]

Untitled by Amanda Pool NFS Received the Make It So Award [The Grand Cinema Gift Certificate]

Untitled by Haley Waddington $250

Untitled by Haley Waddington $250

 

"Captain’s Log” by Jennevieve Schlemmer $300

“Captain’s Log” by Jennevieve Schlemmer $300

 

“Bean Me Up” by Ann Meersman $200 Recieved the Captain On Bridge Award [Universal Gift Card of $50 cash & Earl Gray Tea]

“Bean Me Up” by Ann Meersman $200 Recieved the Captain On Bridge Award [Universal Gift Card of $50 cash & Earl Gray Tea]

Make it So….Fabulous” by Travis Bundy $150

Make it So….Fabulous” by Travis Bundy $150

 

“Mt. Enterprise” by Anna K. Fern NFS Received the By Grabthar’s Hammer Award [Galaxy Quest Bundle]

“Mt. Enterprise” by Anna K. Fern NFS Received the By Grabthar’s Hammer Award [Galaxy Quest Bundle]

“Lord Commander” by Jennifer English $120

“Lord Commander” by Jennifer English $120

 

"Angry Picard” by Mark Monlux $300 Received the Shut Up, Wesley Award [Days of Future Past Poster]

“Angry Picard” by Mark Monlux $300 Received the Shut Up, Wesley Award [Days of Future Past Poster]

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