27 episodes

Analysis and appreciation of Master Artist of Comics, Animation and Design, Alex Toth

Alex Toth In Depth Paul Fricke

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Analysis and appreciation of Master Artist of Comics, Animation and Design, Alex Toth

    Ep. 027: In Discussion with Dana Toth Palmer

    Ep. 027: In Discussion with Dana Toth Palmer

    Alex Toth's daughter, Dana Palmer joins the program to talk about growing up Toth, her view of her dad and his work from a distinct perspective, and reconnecting with him after a long estrangement - how she and her siblings intervened the last two years of his life, which she's chronicled in the insightful book, "My Father, My Faith: A Daughter's Inspiring True Story of Medical Advocacy and Love’s Ability to Heal."Copies are available, both print & digital - links below...+++For a daily d...

    • 1 hr 8 min
    Ep. 026: In Discussion with Sean Murphy

    Ep. 026: In Discussion with Sean Murphy

    Sean Murphy (Batman:White Knight; Plot Holes; Punk Rock Jesus, etc...) joins the program to talk Zorro, crowdfunding, career management, Toth's thinking, and the dream projects we'd choose for Alex were he still with us.Support Sean's Zorro: Man of the Dead graphic novel NOW on Kickstarter!More Links below.+++For a daily dose of Toth images, and updates on the program, Follow @alextothindepth on Instagram.+++Alex Toth In Depth is hosted by Paul Fricke, cartoonist and comics instructor at the ...

    • 1 hr 1 min
    Ep. 025: eyespot - Why Is Toth Timeless?

    Ep. 025: eyespot - Why Is Toth Timeless?

    A short eyespot episode from episode 1: Why Is Toth Timeless? If you like this episode, listen to the full first episode of Alex Toth In Depth (or give it another listen you have already).+++For a daily dose of Toth images, and updates on the program, Follow @alextothindepth on Instagram.+++Alex Toth In Depth is hosted by Paul Fricke, cartoonist and comics instructor at the Minneapolis College of Art & Design since 2012. Email: paul@opaulo.comLinks:• Alex Toth In Depth podcast• Alex Toth ...

    • 2 min
    Ep. 024: In Discussion with Phil Hester

    Ep. 024: In Discussion with Phil Hester

    I catch up with comics creator and Toth die-hard, Phil Hester - we talk over some of Phil’s Toth favorites like The Crushed Gardenia, the Batman tale, Death Flies the Haunted Sky, Rude Awakening, The Fox stories, and F-86 Saber Jet. We also discuss believable drawing, the benefits of personal standards and perils of creative stagnation, Alex's storytelling and the Magic of the Comics Medium. Links below.+++For a daily dose of Toth images, and updates on the program, Follow @alextothindepth on...

    • 1 hr 38 min
    Ep. 023: Anatomy of a Page - Eternal Hour

    Ep. 023: Anatomy of a Page - Eternal Hour

    Observing and unpacking the first two pages of Eternal, featuring the bullied Terwit on the clock tower ledge. Alex Toth flips the script on page one, playing with time, focus and sequence, and is all about POV on page 2. I include thoughts on the balance of the silly story (The Witching Hour # 1 • DC Comics • February, 1969).+++For a daily dose of Toth images, and updates on the program, Follow @alextothindepth on Instagram.+++Alex Toth In Depth is hosted by Paul Fricke, cartoonist and comic...

    • 10 min
    Ep. 022: In Discussion with Paul Pope

    Ep. 022: In Discussion with Paul Pope

    Comics creator and illustrator, Paul Pope joins me to talk about his correspondence with Alex Toth, and what he learned from Toth and his work. We also cover artistic development, quality of line, international appeal, and some of his other influences, like Crepax, Pratt, Moebius, and more. AND - Pope shares news about his Battling Boy.Links below.+++For a daily dose of Toth images, and updates on the program, Follow @alextothindepth on Instagram.+++Alex Toth In Depth is hosted by Paul Fricke...

    • 1 hr 31 min

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