Alexander Stitt was a graphic designer whose contribution to Australian cultural life cannot be underestimated. How many Australian can say the public health campaigns of “Slip Slop Slap” and “Life Be In It” are not engraved in their subconscious? Not many, I’d wager. Alex’s work is an example of how art, whether in the form of comics or graphic design, are a part of our cultural heritage. I’m sad to report that Alex has just recently left us, leaving Australia a lot sadder a place.
Only this week, I completed the Editing of the Australian Cartoonists' Association's Journal Inkspot. A little too late to place an obituary in this latest issue, but one that we shall have to pen for the next issue. Alex was much loved by our Membership, and I'd like to publically pass on my condolences to his loved ones.
In 2011, the Australian Cartoonists' Association had it's annual Convention and Award Night, with Alex Stitt one of the guest speakers. This year's get-together is taking place in Sydney on November 11 and 12. Are you interested in coming along? Let me know! Alex may not be there, but there will be other fantastic cartoonists and to meet and get to know...
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