Canon is a comics magazine dreamed into existence by Colin Blanchette and Alex Eklund along with a host of incredible contributors. This website is meant to be an extension of the physical zine where the team can post material which we are excited to share before the next issue comes out.
A loving reflection on Gordo, the comic strip by Gus Arriola, that depicts the cultural and social aspects of Mexico through the eyes of Salazar “Gordo” Lopez. The comic strip, which ran from 1941 to 1985, was praised for its artistic style, humor, and educational value, but also faced criticism for its occasional stereotypes and inaccuracies about Mexican history and politics.
A loving reflection on Gordo, the comic strip by Gus Arriola, that depicts the cultural and social aspects of Mexico through the eyes of Salazar “Gordo” Lopez. The comic strip, which ran from 1941 to 1985, was praised for its artistic style, humor, and educational value, but also faced criticism for its occasional stereotypes and inaccuracies about Mexican history and politics.
Alex Eklund reviews The Chromatic Fantasy by H.A.
Synopsis: Jules, a transgender man, finds himself trapped in the life of a nun at a convent where he is not accepted for who he is. Jules then accepts a deal from a devil and escapes the convent. Soon, he meets Casper, another transgender man who is a notorious thief. Together, they embark on a series of adventures in a wonderfully lush fantasy world, and fall in love along the way.
Alex Eklund Reviews Cheat Sheets by Tiger Tateishi
Synopsis: Tora No Maki (original name of Cheat Sheets ) is a rare gem of comic art by Tiger Tateishi, a Japanese artist who lived and worked in Milan in the 1970s. The book collects his short, silent stories that combine humor, formal experimentation, and Buddhist philosophy. Tateishi was influenced by MAD Magazine, but also by the design and architecture of Ettore Sottsass, whom he assisted at Olivetti. His comics are full of visual puns, optical illusions, and surreal transformations that challenge the perception of reality. Tora No Maki was first published in Japan in 1982, after Penguin Books in London rejected it. It is now available in a new edition that showcases Tateishi’s playful and inventive style.
Alex Eklund reviews The Chromatic Fantasy by H.A.
Synopsis: Jules, a transgender man, finds himself trapped in the life of a nun at a convent where he is not accepted for who he is. Jules then accepts a deal from a devil and escapes the convent. Soon, he meets Casper, another transgender man who is a notorious thief. Together, they embark on a series of adventures in a wonderfully lush fantasy world, and fall in love along the way.
Alex Eklund Reviews Cheat Sheets by Tiger Tateishi
Synopsis: Tora No Maki (original name of Cheat Sheets ) is a rare gem of comic art by Tiger Tateishi, a Japanese artist who lived and worked in Milan in the 1970s. The book collects his short, silent stories that combine humor, formal experimentation, and Buddhist philosophy. Tateishi was influenced by MAD Magazine, but also by the design and architecture of Ettore Sottsass, whom he assisted at Olivetti. His comics are full of visual puns, optical illusions, and surreal transformations that challenge the perception of reality. Tora No Maki was first published in Japan in 1982, after Penguin Books in London rejected it. It is now available in a new edition that showcases Tateishi’s playful and inventive style.
The Canon team is currently working to produce our future books through Lulu and sell our books through this site. As this is not ready yet we are still using our Big Cartel site. Thank you for your patience and feel free to look at our new website articles.
