November 22 - December 1, 2024
From Flatland Gallery:
“Flatland Gallery in Houston’s Montrose district is thrilled to present Scratch, the highly anticipated solo exhibition by British-born cartoonist Jonathan Borthwick. Launching November 22, 2024, Borthwick will unveil a collection of satirical cartoons that he has been refining for the last 8 years.
Borthwick’s cartoons delve into the political and social climate of contemporary America, offering a satirical lens on a culture that often feels foreign to him. Entirely self-taught, his minimalist style and biting humor are reminiscent of British cartoons from the 1960s to the 1980s, while addressing modern-day issues with wit and irony.
“They’re just cartoons, not to be taken too seriously,” Borthwick reflects. “I don’t have much more to say about them other than if you don’t get the point, I have failed tremendously.” After nearly a decade of honing his voice through these cartoons, Borthwick is now ready to reveal them to the public for the first time.
The opening reception on November 22 invites attendees to meet the artist and experience his inked reflections on American life. Crying Over Spilt Ink will be on view through December 6, 2024.
Jonathan Borthwick
Jonathan Borthwick, originally from the UK, is a Houston-based, self-taught cartoonist whose work focuses on the political and social intricacies of modern America. Drawing inspiration from the classic British satire of the 1960s to the 1980s, his cartoons provide a satirical yet incisive critique of a culture that feels foreign to him.”
Reception: November 23, 2024 | 1–4 am
1709 Westheimer Rd.
Houston , 77098 Texas
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