An editorial cartoonist, also known as a political cartoonist, is an artist who draws editorial cartoons that contain some level of political or social commentary. Their cartoons are used to convey an
Self-caricature by an editorial cartoonist
Thomas Nast was a German-born American caricaturist and editorial cartoonist often considered to be the "Father of the American Cartoon".
Editorial cartoonist
…Other major awards given each year to editorial cartoonists include the Sigma Delta Chi Award from the Society of Professional Journalists, the Thomas Nast Award from the Overseas Press Club, and the Herblock Prize. Association of American Editorial Cartoonists (AAEC): The largest organization of political…
Albumen silver print of Nast by Napoleon Sarony, taken in Union Square, New York City
Thomas Nast's birth certificate issued under the auspices of the King of Bavaria on September 26, 1840
Thomas Nast self-caricature
Self-caricature of Thomas Nast