Description
Book Synopsis: In February 2004, the San Francisco Chronicle began printing an enigmatic feature called “All Over Coffee.” Almost immediately, letters of love and hate, confusion and praise poured in. Accustomed to the familiar formats of comic strips and cartoons, some readers struggled to understand a creation that seemed to live both within and beyond those boundaries.
All Over Coffee blends the timing of comics with the depth of poetry. Artist and writer Paul Madonna has fused art, literature, and comics by pairing timeless cityscapes with philosophical musings and poignant stories in masterfully rendered ink-wash drawings that surpass the art of Ben Katchor in elegance and architectural detail. His work has been compared to “a meeting of the tone of Edward Gorey, the uniqueness of Chris Ware, and the artfulness of Raymond Pettibon.”
Quirky, whimsical, and often profound, All Over Coffee’s stunning imagery and thoughtful writing combine to create a conceptual world, both dreamlike and familiar. This selection will delight anyone who has ever lived in or visited San Francisco—or dreamed of doing so—with its original, off-the-beaten-path view of the city and its inhabitants.
Paul Madonna moved to San Francisco and began to self-publish comics after graduating from Carnegie Mellon University’s fine arts program and an internship at MAD magazine. In 2002 he launched his incredibly popular website, www.paulmadonna.com, posting a new cartoon each week. In 2004 the San Francisco Chronicle and SFGate.com picked up his strip “All Over Coffee,” which continues to appear weekly.
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Discover the enchanting world of "All Over Coffee" - a unique blend of art, literature, and comics that will transport you to the streets of San Francisco. Immerse yourself in the masterfully rendered ink-wash drawings by artist and writer Paul Madonna, as he captures the essence of the city with elegance and architectural detail.
Unlike anything you've ever seen before, "All Over Coffee" is a poetic exploration of city life. It's a meeting of Edward Gorey's tone, Chris Ware's uniqueness, and Raymond Pettibon's artfulness. Get lost in its quirky and whimsical imagery, and let the profound writing take you on a journey beyond the boundaries of traditional comics.
Whether you're a San Francisco native or simply dream of experiencing the city's magic, "All Over Coffee" will captivate your imagination. Its stunning visuals and thoughtful storytelling offer a fresh and off-the-beaten-path view of the beloved city and its inhabitants. Dive into a conceptual world that is both dreamlike and familiar, where each panel tells a story waiting to be discovered.
Paul Madonna, the creative genius behind "All Over Coffee," is a true master of his craft. With a background in fine arts and experience at MAD magazine, he brings a unique perspective to his work. Visit his popular website, www.paulmadonna.com, and witness his talent firsthand as he provides a new cartoon every week.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary collection. Experience the allure of "All Over Coffee" and see why readers across the globe have fallen in love with Paul Madonna's work. Start your journey today by clicking here.
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