Holidaze 12/2/20

In 1990, graphic artist Michael Ploog, best known for his work at Marvel Comics on titles like Werewolf by Night, Monster of Frankenstein and Ghost Rider, adapted a story written by L. Frank Baum, widely acclaimed for his Oz stories.

Here, though, Baum tackles a much more broadly known character: Santa Claus.

The story is much different than what you may think you know about Ol' St. Nick. There's action. Adventure. Romance. Even death. But it all ends up where you'd expect it to: With a large man with a white beard in a red suit.

It's an exciting, refreshing read--highly recommended, if you can track down a copy. (Mine came from eBay. Your mileage may vary.)

Holidaze 12/1/20

Holidaze 12/13/19

And now, ROBOSANTA! Raining death and ter...um...I mean, joy and happiness on all the world.

Holidaze 12/10/19

A festive porcelain Santa Claus ornament--still in its original box!--that I found recently at Village Discount Outlet.

Holidaze 12/6/19

One more Santa to round out the week--this one in a neighbor's front yard.

Holidaze 12/5/29

A third Santa standing at the work station.

Holidaze 12/4/19

A Victorian-style Santa (or so the label on his base claims) inhabiting the workplace for the season.

Holidaze 12/3/19

An old friend: Santa, hand-painted by me back in the '80s, standing at my work station today.