A series of political cartoon drawings – pen on newspaper, 2010.
Political Cartoons
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1/25 Something's Burning
Pen on newspaper - April 2010 23" x 29" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that just happen.
2/25 In A Hundred Years
Pen on newspaper - April 2010 "23" x 29" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that happen spontaneously.
3/25 Target Clegg
Pen on newspaper - April 2010 23" x 30" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that happen spontaneously.
4/25 The Corpse of Democracy
Pen on newspaper - April 2010 23" x 29" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that happen spontaneously.
5/25 MC for Soldier
Pen on newspaper - April 2010 23" x 30" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that happen spontaneously.
6/25 The Loans Gremlin
Pen on newspaper - April 2010 "23" x 29" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that happen spontaneously.
7/25 Stocks And Unfair Shares
Pen on newspaper - March 2010 23" x 29" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that happen spontaneously.
8/25 Horses For Courses
Pen on newspaper - March 2010 23" x 29" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that happen spontaneously.
9/25 Salt of the Earth
Pen on newspaper -April 2010 23" x 29" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that happen spontaneously.
10/25 No 1 Toxic
Pen on newspaper - April 2010 23" x 29" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that happen spontaneously.
11/25 A Dollar Short
Pen on newspaper - April 2010 23" x 30" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that happen spontaneously.
12/25 Kicking The Poppy
Pen on newspaper - April 2010 23" x 30" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that happen spontaneously.
13/25 Build Your Savings
Pen on newspaper 23" x 30" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that happen spontaneously.
14/25 Sorry
Pen on newspaper 23" x 30" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that happen spontaneously.
15/25 Confusing Agony with Comedy
Pen on newspaper - March 2010 23" x 30" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that just happen.
16/25 Exploding Underpants
Pen on newspaper - April 2010 "23 x 30" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that just happen.
17/25 To Hell With Books
Pen on newspaper 23" x 29" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that just happen.
18/25 Stoned Toad
Pen on newspaper - April 2010 23" x 29" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that just happen.
19/25 Punk Bright Punk Wilted
Pen on newspaper - April 2010 23" x 30" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that just happen.
20/25 BroadBand Trickery
Pen on newspaper 23" x 30" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that just happen.
21/25 Megrahi Home To Die
Pen on newspaper 23" x 30"
22/25 No More Spooks
Pen on newspaper 23" x 30" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that just happen.
23/25 Toro
Pen on newspaper - April 2010 23" x 30" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that just happen.
24/25 Reproduction Line
Pen on newspaper 23" x 30" Ronald Rae's cartoons are not typical cartoons in that they are not caricatures - they are surreal images and poetical comments that just happen.
25/25 The Face of Hunger
Pen on newspaper 23" x 30"
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{ 5 comments… read them below or add one }
I spent so long looking at these last night, that I forgot to comment before having to leave! These cartoons are amazing, there is so much to them, so much of the feel of today’s political climate, and yet Rae’s lines are fluid and economical. There are so many little nuances to take in!
Rae’s cartoon work is as stunning and effective as his wonderful carvings.
As an artist and sensitive to the politics of the day and how it affects society as a whole, especially the disasters of war, this is Rae’s response to it all, although he is sadly aware that it won’t change anything. When Rae made these drawings he looked at each page and started with a line and then let it happen, his subconscious taking over, the result often surprising himself. Rae has made over 100 of these cartoons. I will be adding more to the web site for you to ponder. Thank you for your kind comments.
These cartoons are not a milk feed, they need knowledge and concentration to reveal their secrets. They draw comparison with a Calvino short story – opaque surface and savage undercurrent. The incorporation of diverse stories and adverts within one cartoon invites us to reflect on the inter-connectedness of politics, commerce and repression.
Thank you Robert, for your erudite comments. You are very perceptive in realising the depth and diversity of these cartoons which do need time to absorb and digest as their meanings unfold. Thank you also for your compliment comparing these cartoons to the writings of Italo Calvino, always a worthwhile read. My favourite is Cosmicomics.
Yes the sculptor’s mind is tuned into the unjustices brought down on the people by an
ambitious and self serving seam of individuals. Artists have always spoken out and found ways
to bring to light issues which have been missed by an over burdened/tired population.