Guests of Honour were most notably Pat Oliphant (ex pat aussie pulitzer prize winning political cartoonist who changed the face of US editorial cartooning from the 60s onwards) and Tom Richmond (MAD magazine illustrating whiz and all round nice guy) who both did great presentations.
The night was spent enjoying drinks on Sydney Harbour, watching an impromptu strip show at a seemingly innocent restaurant, and the awards night itself.
No nominations for me this year - fair enough. But the night was great fun and representing the new generation were Anton Emdin and Dave Follett with their first Stanley Awards wins. I did come runner-up in the after party cartoon contest, the results of which are unpublishable, and scored me a nice bottle of Red - which I responsibly brought home.
Below are a few photos of the weekend and some sketches done while I wasn't paying attention in the conferences.
Some bridge I guess...
My lovely fiance, Stacey, and me.
The Awards night, just getting started!
Rolf Heimann
Pat Oliphant
Jim Bridges
Me by Tom Richmond...and yes I've framed it.
Taking life very, very seriously indeed.
awesome! sounded like a great night out. And getting drawn by Tom Richmond! Wow!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the Hue Hefner too, quality work!
Glad to know that you guys had a great night out in Sydney . Excellent picture you have got.
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Looks like a great night Luke - I really must make the effort to trundle over there for one - one day !!
ReplyDeleteNice caricatures too mate.