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About Ben
Lansing
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Ben is a graphic artist, web designer and illustrator and draws regular editorial cartoons for Virginia newspapers. In 2007, Ben's "Today We Are All Hokies" tribute to the victims of the Virginia Tech shooting tragedy (click here to view tribute cartoon) became a national phenomenon, appearing on blogs, websites, newspapers, t-shirts, and national television programs across the nation. This cartoon was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize and is now part of the archives of the Newseum in Washington D.C. Ben lives in central Virginia. When he isn't drawing or designing, Ben enjoys good books, good conversation and the outdoors. Over all, Ben is a sinner saved by the amazing grace of the author of good humor, Jesus Christ. Ben sincerely hopes that this grace also extends to the humor in his cartoons.
REVIEWS "The moment I saw Ben Lansing's cartoon, it touched me. It spoke to me and for me in ways no news story or telecast had done." - John Seigenthaler, Sr., Freedom Forum "Whether commenting on social, political, or cultural topics, Ben Lansing's cartoons are always on target--and LOADS of FUN!" - Gary Brookins, King Features syndicated cartoonist "We've gotten great response from the community about Ben Lansing's cartoons, which have really livened up our editorial pages. They give folks another reason to buy our paper every week." - Greg Dorazio, editor of The Central Virginian "[Ben Lansing's] peers believe that he is not only a great artist, but his cartoons contain deep thought provoking issues, issues that need to be talked about, discussed and openly debated. So next time you see our editorial cartoon of the week and get upset or laugh, remember, he is doing his job and that is to make you think about the subject matter. Congratulations Ben and keep’em coming!" - Purcellville Gazette Editorial "Blessings to you. Thank you for using your creative talents to express what so many are feeling." - Richard M., reader (Blacksburg, VA) "...LOVE your cartoonist. Keep up the good work, Mr. Lansing!" - Virginia T., reader (Leesburg, VA)
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