Thursday, February 18, 2010

The Quintessential New Era Gag

I remember reading an interview with the musician Sting years ago where he talked about his craft. In the article he observed that at around the time The Police released Synchronicity and he was at the pinnacle of his song writing powers, he knew that "Every Breath You Take" was going to be the biggest song in the world.

Today's gag is my "Every Breath You Take" in that when I drew it, I knew as much as I've known anything that The New Era was going to buy it and publish it. I don't think I've ever done anything that better captures the feel of the Extra Smile page in that magazine.
Posted by Arie Van De Graaff at 7:01 AM
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6 comments:

  1. I agree. This gag is one of the best, if not the best, examples of LDS teen humor... The poster of Luke Staley (or Ty Detmer, or Steve Young - depending on your age) really solidifies the comic. Great work!
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  2. Or Jim McMahon, Gifford Nielson.

    This is indeed a funny one. If Sting had known about this comic he would have included it in his famous song.
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  3. He must be a really tall guy because it looks like his legs would hang off the end of the bed if they were extended. I love the way you draw! :)
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  4. Actually, Wendi, I think the bed is just incredible small.
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  5. Classic comic. P.S. I support making teens sleep in toddler beds to encourgae humility.
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  6. Wow, Arie. Comparing yourself to Sting? Such confidence is impressive!
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