Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Hoosier Cartoonists Today

Irene Olds

For over 100 years, Brown County, Indiana, has been known for its art and artists, from T.C. Steele to the artists of today. One of those artists is Irene Olds, also known as Irene Joslin. Originally from Indianapolis, Irene has lived and worked in Brown County for many years. Since 1994, she has drawn cartoons for the local paper, the Brown County Democrat. She is also an illustrator who takes commissions. Her work is bright and colorful and worth a look.

Her website:


And an article from Our Brown County from May 2001:


Copyright 2011 Terence E. Hanley

2 comments:

  1. Please correct: The name of the newspaper Irene cartoons for is called the Brown County Democrat. Thanks.

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