Spain Rodriguez

Backwash, Algernon
Rodriguez, Manuel

American, 1940 - 2012

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Various Artists, Art Spiegelman, Bill Griffith, Robert Crumb, Jim Osborne, Jay Lynch, Willy Murphy, Spain Rodriguez, Paul Krassner, Kim Deitch, Jay Kinney, Gilbert Shelton, Justin Green, Harrison Cady, S. Clay Wilson, Bill Fowler, Curt McDowell, Michael McMillan, Aline Kominsky, George Kucher, Robert Armstrong, Diane Noomin, Victor Moscoso, The Print Mint, Inc., Arcade, The Comics Revue #1, 1975, 44-page paperback bound volume with black and white half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper and cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.9

Arcade, The Comics Revue #1

Various Artists, Art Spiegelman, Bill Griffith, Robert Crumb, Jim Osborne, Jay Lynch, Willy Murphy, Spain Rodriguez, Paul Krassner, Kim Deitch, Jay Kinney, Gilbert Shelton, Justin Green, Harrison Cady, S. Clay Wilson, Bill Fowler, Curt McDowell, Michael McMillan, Aline Kominsky, George Kucher, Robert Armstrong, Diane Noomin, Victor Moscoso, The Print Mint, Inc. · 1975 · 44-page paperback bound volume with black and white half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper and cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.9

The image displays a robot-like figure against a bright background with a blue sky and pink clouds. The figure is in profile facing right, showing its upper body. It has detailed mechanical components instead of human facial features, including bolts and metallic surfaces. The "face" includes circular eyes, a nose, and a mouth made of industrial elements. The figure wears a helmet with a star and goggles, and has a wing motif emblem. It appears to be a mix of yellow and blue machinery with ostrich-like feathers. Detailed line artwork creates wire and circuit textures on the body. The background has stylized clouds, giving a surreal and graphic style. The name "ZAP" is in red letters at the top, along with pricing information and an "Adults Only" label.
Various Artists, Spain Rodriguez, S. Clay Wilson, Gilbert Shelton, Rick Griffin, Robert Crumb, Robert Williams, Victor Moscoso, The Print Mint, Inc., Zap, no. 7, 1974, 52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black and cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.174

Zap, no. 7

Various Artists, Spain Rodriguez, S. Clay Wilson, Gilbert Shelton, Rick Griffin, Robert Crumb, Robert Williams, Victor Moscoso, The Print Mint, Inc. · 1974 · 52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black and cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.174

This is a drawing of a comic-style social scene in a bar setting. The image features a group of cartoon-like characters engaged in conversation, displaying various expressions ranging from disinterest to relief. Speech bubbles capture snippets of their dialogues. The vibrant use of color emphasizes the playful yet critical nature of the illustration, and the bar is decorated with ornate lamps and tropical plants, contributing to a lively and retro atmosphere. The cover's design, including the bold title "Young Lust," suggests themes of love, relationships, and humor, all packaged in a comic-book format.
Various Artists, Nancy Griffith, Jay Kinney, Justin Green, Roger Brand, Kim Deitch, Art Spiegelman, Bill Griffith, Diane Noomin, Ned Sonntag, Spain Rodriguez, Robert Crumb, The Print Mint, Inc., Young Lust #4, 1974, 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in full color on wove paper, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.165

Young Lust #4

Various Artists, Nancy Griffith, Jay Kinney, Justin Green, Roger Brand, Kim Deitch, Art Spiegelman, Bill Griffith, Diane Noomin, Ned Sonntag, Spain Rodriguez, Robert Crumb, The Print Mint, Inc. · 1974 · 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in full color on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2014.126.165

This is a painting depicting a surreal, cartoon-like scene in a desert. The artwork includes various imaginative characters in vibrant colors. A humanoid broccoli with a smokey head stands in the center with a jar labeled "ZAP JAM" nearby. Next to it is a tall, thin, purple creature. In the foreground, there is a character resembling a pirate with a saber and striped pants. A griffin-like creature sits near a large ink bottle with a quill in its mouth. The background features a minimalistic desert setting with two palm trees. The painting resembles a comic book cover with a title and a price marking, created in the style reminiscent of Robert Crumb.
Various Artists, Robert Crumb, S. Clay Wilson, Rick Griffin, Victor Moscoso, Robert Williams, Gilbert Shelton, Spain Rodriguez, The Print Mint, Inc., Zam, 1974, 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black on wove paper and cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.166

Zam

Various Artists, Robert Crumb, S. Clay Wilson, Rick Griffin, Victor Moscoso, Robert Williams, Gilbert Shelton, Spain Rodriguez, The Print Mint, Inc. · 1974 · 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black on wove paper and cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.166

This is a drawing of a creature holding a comic book. The creature has exaggerated features, including a large nose, multiple eyes, tusks, and a broad grin. The comic book is titled "CONSUME" and "BOREDOM ILLUSTRATED," with outlandish lettering and graphics on the cover. The background is bright pink. The creature is surrounded by a spiral of objects, including household items and food. The artwork may be inspired by underground comix and satirical pop art, with a critique of consumer culture.
Various Artists, Gilbert Shelton, Robert Williams, Robert Crumb, S. Clay Wilson, Rick Griffin, Spain Rodriguez, Victor Moscoso, Apex Novelties, Zap, no. 6, 1973, 52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black and cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.173

Zap, no. 6

Various Artists, Gilbert Shelton, Robert Williams, Robert Crumb, S. Clay Wilson, Rick Griffin, Spain Rodriguez, Victor Moscoso, Apex Novelties · 1973 · 52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black and cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.173

Various Artists, Spain Rodriguez, Jim Osborne, S. Clay Wilson, Justin Green, Rory Hayes, Kim Deitch, Roger Brand, Charles Dallas, Larry S. Todd, Jack Jackson, Joe Schenkman, The Print Mint, Inc., Insect Fear No 3, 1973, paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.74

Insect Fear No 3

Various Artists, Spain Rodriguez, Jim Osborne, S. Clay Wilson, Justin Green, Rory Hayes, Kim Deitch, Roger Brand, Charles Dallas, Larry S. Todd, Jack Jackson, Joe Schenkman, The Print Mint, Inc. · 1973 · paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.74

This is a drawing of a humorous scene on the cover of a magazine titled "If the Shoe Fits". The cover features a cartoonish illustration where a clownish figure with a red nose is holding a sign that lists various contributors to the magazine. On either side of this figure, there are two individuals pouring liquids from yellow pitchers into his outstretched shoes. The background is vibrant yellow with large red polka dots, adding to the playful tone of the image. The exaggerated expressions and bold colors contribute to the lighthearted nature of the illustration. The cover indicates the issue number as "No. 2" and a price of fifty cents in the top right corner, with a layout and typography from a vintage comic magazine.
Fits Collective, Bill Griffith, Spain Rodriguez, Jim Osborne, Nancy Senauke, Alan Senauke, Michael Brownstein, Darryl De Vore, Lewis MacAdams, Kim Deitch, Bobbie Creeley, Allen Ginsberg, Gordon Ball, Alice Notley, Sally Cruikshank, Kenneth Greene, Nancy Griffith, Justin Green, Bill Berkson, Joe Brainard, Larry Nahem, Neke Carson, Lewis MacAdams, Judy Grahn, Audre Lorde, Cranium Press, Shanta Nimbark Sacharoff, Rory Hayes, Hilton Obenzinger, David Anderson, Diane Di Prima, Mike Gray, John Sinclair, Robert Crumb, Various Artists, Fits No. 2, 1972, paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.70

Fits No. 2

Fits Collective, Bill Griffith, Spain Rodriguez, Jim Osborne, Nancy Senauke, Alan Senauke, Michael Brownstein, Darryl De Vore, Lewis MacAdams, Kim Deitch, Bobbie Creeley, Allen Ginsberg, Gordon Ball, Alice Notley, Sally Cruikshank, Kenneth Greene, Nancy Griffith, Justin Green, Bill Berkson, Joe Brainard, Larry Nahem, Neke Carson, Lewis MacAdams, Judy Grahn, Audre Lorde, Cranium Press, Shanta Nimbark Sacharoff, Rory Hayes, Hilton Obenzinger, David Anderson, Diane Di Prima, Mike Gray, John Sinclair, Robert Crumb, Various Artists · 1972 · paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.70

This is a vintage comic book cover featuring the title "Young Lust" and a tagline about the eradication of pornography. The cover showcases colorful and dramatic scenes with various characters engaging in interpersonal drama and romantic situations. The art style is reminiscent of 1970s underground cartoon art, with bold colors and thick lines. Notable elements include two women embracing and discussing morality, a distraught man wiping a tear, and a small dog playfully depicted in the scene. The cover is created by Bill Griffith, known for a distinct narrative and illustrative style in comics.
Various Artists, Bill Griffith, Jay Kinney, Justin Green, Roger Brand, Spain Rodriguez, Last Gasp Eco Funnies, Young Lust #3, 1972, 32-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in full color on wove paper, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.164

Young Lust #3

Various Artists, Bill Griffith, Jay Kinney, Justin Green, Roger Brand, Spain Rodriguez, Last Gasp Eco Funnies · 1972 · 32-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in full color on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2014.126.164

This is a drawing of a cartoonish figure in a room filled with filing cabinets. The character at the center has an exaggerated expression, surrounded by filing cabinets with open drawers. The background is red-orange. The figure wears casual attire and appears overwhelmed. Above the character are comic-style symbols. The image also includes the words "PROMETHEAN ENTERPRISES" and a dollar sign with a 1 indicating a comic pricing feature. The drawing features bold outlines and humorous exaggerations.
Various Artists, Jim Vadeboncoeur Jr., Al Davoren, Bud Plant, Robert Crumb, Richard Corben, Rick Griffin, Emil Pataja, John Fawcett, George Metzger, Kenneth Smith, Bill Henry, Marty E. Rice, Roy G. Krenkel, Jim Valadez, Spain Rodriguez, Rob Brown, Dennis Nolan, Robert Inwood, Anne Vadeboncoeur, Bhob Stewart, Raymond Wong, Wilhelm Busch, Bob Zoell, Al Metter, Johnny Chambers, Promethean Enterprises, Promethean Enterprises #3, 1971, 68-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in red and black, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.101

Promethean Enterprises #3

Various Artists, Jim Vadeboncoeur Jr., Al Davoren, Bud Plant, Robert Crumb, Richard Corben, Rick Griffin, Emil Pataja, John Fawcett, George Metzger, Kenneth Smith, Bill Henry, Marty E. Rice, Roy G. Krenkel, Jim Valadez, Spain Rodriguez, Rob Brown, Dennis Nolan, Robert Inwood, Anne Vadeboncoeur, Bhob Stewart, Raymond Wong, Wilhelm Busch, Bob Zoell, Al Metter, Johnny Chambers, Promethean Enterprises · 1971 · 68-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in red and black ·  Accession ID  2014.126.101

This is a drawing of a comic book cover titled "Insect Fear". The cover depicts a vibrant and chaotic scene featuring giant insects. The title "Tales from the Behavioral Sink INSECT FEAR" is displayed in bold, colorful, jagged lettering. The cover includes a large, menacing insect hovering above a human form on a bed. The background features various items and text bubbles, with phrases like "FEED ME" and "FOR ADULT INTELLECTUALS ONLY". The color palette consists of green, yellow, pink, and red. The design evokes classic horror comic book aesthetics.
Various Artists, Spain Rodriguez, S. Clay Wilson, Kim Deitch, Roger Brand, Justin Green, Jim Osborne, Rory Hayes, Willy Mendes, The Print Mint, Inc., Insect Fear No 2, 1971, paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.73

Insect Fear No 2

Various Artists, Spain Rodriguez, S. Clay Wilson, Kim Deitch, Roger Brand, Justin Green, Jim Osborne, Rory Hayes, Willy Mendes, The Print Mint, Inc. · 1971 · paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.73