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Winsor McCay - The First Master of Comic Art

Cartoonist Kayfabe via YouTube

Overview

Explore the life and work of Winsor McCay, a pioneering comic artist, in this hour-long video featuring special guest Warren Bernard. Delve into McCay's innovative techniques, including his groundbreaking Sunday pages, color blending, and dream sequences. Examine his influential creations such as Little Nemo and Dreams of the Rare Bit Fiend, as well as his commercial and political work. Discover McCay's impact on the comic art form, from his letterpress printing to his car art, and gain insights into his unique style and contributions to the medium.

Syllabus

Intro
Walking Bed
reprint books
letterpress printing
Sunday page
Color blend
Christmas gift
Dreams
Little Nemo
Dreams of the Rare Bit Fiend
Commercial Work
Political Work
Political Cartoons
Car Art

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Cartoonist Kayfabe

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