If you live in an older home, check the medicine cabinet.

From what I understand, years ago, this was a very common feature in bathrooms across America.

Readers of this blog and budding cartoonists always ask me what tools I use to create my cartoon features.  Well, I’m happy to announce that I’ve created an online store where you can purchase the very items I use!

It’s called Georgetoon Studio Stop!  I’ve listed all the pencils, pens, sharpeners, etc. that I use each and every day to create “George” and all my cartoon features.  In addition, I’ve listed the electronics that populate my studio and home.  I’ve included these items because I find that they are in constant use for information and entertainment while I draw.  These devices actually help me create.

Please give the Georgetoon Studio Stop a look.   And make sure to return often as I’ll be updating the store with new items.  As my needs change so will the tools I use.

I know that cartoonists are really creative people.  But, we take for granted the truly ingenious people working in industries that one would not think as being creative.

Case in point is this caffeinated shaving cream by Pacific Shaving Company.  It’s a unique, and creative, approach to a long-standing staple of the morning shave routine.  By adding the creative twist of caffeine, the product now stands out!  It also brings the user all the healthful benefits of caffeine. VERY creative!

I’ve used it and it’s great!  You can find this and other great shaving products at The Shave Stop.

As I mentioned in an earlier post, I soetimes get my ideas for my comic features when I’m thinking about something else.  It’s a lot like trying to come up wit an answer to a question.  You KNOW the answer but you just cannot seem to bring it to the front of your mind.  It’s only when you stop struggling and think aobut something else does the answer suddenly pop into your head.

Writing a comic strip is similar.  Driving, shaving, going for a walk, exercising, etc. provides a break from the struggle of trying to create new ideas.  While I’m doing these every day things is when a fun or funny idea will pop into my head.  I’ve got to be sure to write it down immediately or it will be lost forever.

IU mentinee shaving because I’ve recent;y changed my entire shaving routine, as have many othe men.  Wet shaving is now al lthe rage.  If you’re considering giving a safety razor a try, this video will give you a few tips and some products to try out.  You can find all products featured in this video at The Shave Stop.

Mark Szorady with “One Tank Trip” Legend Neil Zurcher!

Last night, at the Chagrin Falls Library, I had the great pleasure of attending a talk given by Cleveland’s own Neil Zurcher!

Many Northeast Ohioans know Neil as the VERY FIRST and original “One Tank Trip” reporter on Cleveland Fox 8 WJW TV.   For nearly 40 years Neil has been traveling the roads of Ohio, and beyond, reporting on unique and entertaining travel stops that are only a “One Tank Trip” from Cleveland, Ohio.

This is Neil’s farewell tour.  He’s retiring this year.  But you have a great opportunity to see Neil in person as he continues to criss-cross the area gving talks and signing copies of his books.

Get all the details about Neil, his upcoming appearances and more at OneTankTrips.com. You can follow Neil on twitter at @NeilZurcher.   You can order Neil’s newest book here.

It was a terrific event!  Make sure to mark your calendar for Neil’s next appearance at a library or community center near you!