MOEBIUS, Classic Comic Artist, Succumbs

Legendary French comic book/fantasy artist Jean Giraud, better known as "MOEBIUS", passed away this morning. He was 73.
Talk about an influential artist. I remember first seeing his work in the 70's "HEAVY METAL" magazine, and being just blown away. His composition and line work was extraordinary, and his ARZACH character (below) was even featured in the HEAVY METAL Movie.

Read the article in COMIC BOOK RESOURCES HERE .

Disney Songwriter Robert Sherman Dies

From Animation Magazine:
 Prolific Disney songwriter Robert Sherman, who with his  brother Richard penned numerous tunes in their heyday for Disney movies and cartoons, has passed away at age 86. Notable compositions include music from "Mary Poppins" such as Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious and Spoonful of Sugar, and the iconic theme "It's a Small World, After All" from the attraction.
 Read the full story HERE .