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President' s Mess. Karyl Miller, Prez, SCCS |
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SCCS Brain trust at SCCS Gallery at Grandma Bebes Hilltop Hideaway Restaurant Oceanside CA. l to r: Paul Gringle d. 2012, Paul (Aquaman) Norris d. 2008, Jim Whiting, Charlie Roberts |
SCCS EVENTS 2011 Comic-Con Kick-Off party - July 25th Buster's BeachHouse San Diego Charger's Blood Drive - November 26th all day. (SCCS caricaturists draw blood donors for free) North County SCCS meeting/dinner Third Thursday of every month. Grandma BeeBees Restaurant in Oceanside |
Remembering Sheldon "Shelly" Moldoff by Charlie Roberts Shelly Moldoff ( 1920-2012) was Bob Kane's first assistant on Batman in 1939, and was an uncredited ghost artist on the Batman comic book between 1953 and 1967. He's credited with creating or co-creating characters including Bat-Mite, Batwoman, Bat-Girl, and Ace the Bathound as well as villains including Clayface, Mr. Freeze, and Poison Ivy. Shelly was the premier Hawkman artist in the Golden Age, and also did the first cover appearance of the Green Lantern (All-American Comics #16, July 1940). He left DC Comics in the late 1940's and worked on horror comics for Fawcett. He would move on to animation later in life, with creations including Courageous Cat and Minute Mouse. Most of Shelly's career was spent in obscurity, working anonymously on many projects. He made a living, but got virtually no recognition for his fine efforts. That would all change in 1991. David Siegel, Comic-Con's amazing (and unpaid) tracer of Golden Age artists, found Shelly and got the staff to bring him out for the Con in 1991. Sheldon Moldoff would receive an Inkpot Award , and David would go on to find more living legends for Comic-Con. Shelly finally got credit for his efforts, and in the process found a whole new life in his Golden years doing re-creations for many collectors worldwide. This go round he was allowed to sign his art, and finally know that his work was appreciated. My wife Joan and I became friends with Shelly and his wife Shirley, and visited their home in Florida in 1997 (see photos to right). Shelly and Shirley were a fun couple and it was wonderful to see them enjoying life, traveling to comic conventions and greeting fans. It must also be noted that Shelly never overcharged for his art; he was just grateful to receive some long overdue recognition. When David called about Shelly's passing away last week-end, he told me it was like losing a second father. Shelly was David's first guest at Comic-Con, and talked with him regularly over the years. Thanks for finding Shelly and Shirley for all of us David, and Thank You Shelly for your friendship and fine art. You won't be forgotten ! |
Shelly and Shirley Moldoff, 1997 |
Hello Fellow Cartoonists! Thank you for your continued support of this club and for letting us know any and all news about you or any fellow cartoonist. We appreciate your sending us your articles and cartoons to post on this website. Although we haven't been having our usual monthly meetings in a while, we appreciate your interest and always enjoy any postings you have put on our Yahoo Group Message Board. Drop us a line anytime! Karyl |
Jack White, Lynn Stedd and Dean LeCrone at a 2008 SCCS
Christmas party at Jacks Magic and Toy Museum.
SCCS North County members celebrate Christmas 2009
MEMBER NEWS From John Webster ... I would love to come to dinner at Grandma's again but... Ever since I opened a brewery I spend every Thursday in the tasting room serving beer and cooking carne asada. We have free tacos (no purchase required) every Thursday night. Y'all are welcome to stop by for a beer and a taco. Also wanted to mention that 2 weeks ago we did an art show at the brewery. It was a big hit. See the attached Paints & Pints flyer with a painting of our beer done with beer! We are planning to do it again and it would be nice to do an all cartoon show featuring SCCS members. Brewery Info: Aztec Brewing Company 2330 La Mirada Drive, Vista, CA 92081 800-706-6324 On FaceBook at: http://www.facebook.com/ AztecBrewery Web Site: www.aztecbrewery.com Tasting hours: Thursday 4 pm - 9 pm (free tacos from 4:30-7:00) Friday 4 pm - 9 pm Saturday Noon - 7 pm Sunday Noon - 5 pm |
Jack White makes his famous tortillas! |
Paul Gringle RIP 4.21.12
So sorry to report we have lost an original SCCS member, Paul Gringle. (pictured above in the blue jacket) Paul was an original in more ways than one. He was kind, generous and was always willing to mentor a budding cartoonist (like me). When he moved out of his apartment (with the help of Jim Whiting) and into the military hospital, he donated his extensive collection of cartoon memorabilia and art supplies to SCCS. There was so much stuff we had to store it at Jack White's Magic Museum. Our sale and in some cases, give-away of Paul's things fattened our SCCS piggy bank account by many dollars. He will be missed. Karyl Miller, prez SCCS |
| From Jim Whiting: Received a phone call today. Nanci Overpack followed up with an email a short time later. I'm sending part of it here: =================== Dear Jim, I am sure Bernita has told you the sad news about Paul. He passed away in the wee hours on Sat. night. I know you two were very good friends for a very long time. He was always talking about your friendship and your artwork, which he greatly admired. I am sorry you and Bernita lost a friend. ============================= My reply: Dear Nanci, Yes, Bernita told me. Sad news indeed. Paul Gringle and I had many-- many good times together. He was one of the early members of SCCS, a very talented cartoonist and one who was always willing to help others. I'll want to forward the information to NCS so that when, during the Reuben Awards, in May, deceased members are honored, Paul will be mentioned. He was, as you know, at one time, on the club's roster. Paul was unique. Gosh, I was aware that Paul had not been in the greatest of health of late, but I talked with him earlier this month and he was as upbeat as ever. Another of our ole timers has left us---- a bit poorer. Thanks for notifying me, Nanci, Fondly, Jim |
| From Charlie Roberts: Sad news indeed. Joan and I used to pick up Paul to go to the monthly dinners at "Grandma's". We'd bring Hobie the 4th ( our Yellow Lab) along, and Paul always loved that part of the trip. Hold your family and loved ones close my friends; life really is too short ! Respectfully, Charlie |
From Terry Van Kirk (above) |
I am so sad to learn the news of Paul's passing. I used to enjoy talking with him at the San Diego Con in the past. ---Phil Yeh |
From Greg Evans: Is there anyone who didn't love Paul? No one was more kind, gentle, warm and generous. He was a class act. Not to mention really talented. In LUANN's early days, he gave me some valuable tips. We miss you, Paul. Greg Evans |
I have many fond memories of Paul at the SCCS meetings. We'll miss him. Andy Mitchell |
Paul is smiling down from inside those gates Joe, (nice job). I asked that Question many times myself, but that will always be Paul's line. If I ever ask it again of any one, Paul will be there with a smile on his face. I have fond memories of all my encounters with Paul through out the years. I remember he once found us (SCCS members) work with Joslyn Corporation, we had a great time there. I talked with Paul a while back, He was up beat and excited about yet another project, he never lost his enthusiasm for his work and creative ideas. You are deeply missed Paul. John Wismont |
By Joe Schmidt |
I talked to Paul about a month ago and he seemed his usual jovial self, so his passing came as quite a shock. Mary and I will miss him. George Gladir |
Hi Karyl and Jack, My sister Susan sent me the link to your site, and I wanted to express my gratitude to all those that knew and loved my father, and wrote such kind things. In this time of loss, it’s comments from people like those on the site that assure us he had a great cartooning family that supported and loved him. To see that he had an impact on so many really helps us get through these difficult times. Thank you all and God bless. Thank you, Mark Gringle |
To the SCCS Community that our father, Paul Gringle, loved so much, Thank you for your kind words and thoughts about our dad. And a special thanks to Joe for that great piece. Our pop lived and breathed cartooning and constantly spoke of his SCCS friends. The calls, letters and memories of his time with you was indeed a high point in his life, particularly in his later years. He was honored to be among such talented and creative artists, and frequently regaled us with your latest accomplishments. And, although in his last years his body was failing, his sense of humor was not. Up until the end, Dad was coming up with gags and ideas for new strips and had even set up an art studio in which to work at the VA Home in Barstow. Remarkably, he kept hardly any of his own work. So, if anyone has a piece of his work they'd be willing to send to my brother and I, we'd be grateful. With love and appreciation from his kids, Susan & Mark Gringle simplejustice@aol.com |
From Janet Williams I am saddened by the news of Paul. He was very kind to me and I considered him a friend. Janet |