S. Clay Wilson

Wilson, Steve Clay

American, born 1941

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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

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

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 two exaggerated cartoonish figures in a humorous interaction. The image features a stylized red text spelling "Pork" with a white border on a blue background. Below the text, one figure with exaggerated facial features and tattoos is engaged with another figure with long blonde hair. Both figures have strong limbs and expressions, and the artwork is full of dynamic lines and exaggerated proportions typical of cartoon or comic art. The bright colors, over-the-top detail, and humorous execution suggest a satirical or parody style reminiscent of underground comix or alternative comics. The composition is busy and chaotic, with overlapping forms and wild expressions, creating a playful and irreverent atmosphere.
S. Clay Wilson, Cartoonist's Co-op Press, Pork, 1974, paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.99

Pork

S. Clay Wilson, Cartoonist's Co-op Press · 1974 · paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.99

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 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

This is a drawing of a comic book cover. The cover features bold, colorful cartoon illustrations with exaggerated features and expressions. The main scene shows a man with a cigarette in his mouth embracing a woman with bright yellow hair and a red dress. The woman is holding a green toy-like gun while the man holds a folder or document. In the background, a guard in a blue uniform is yawning. The cover is designed with vibrant colors and bold outlines. It contains speech bubbles with phrases such as "Yer a lifesaver, doll..." and "Wotta man!" The title reads "Don Dohler's Projunior," and there are various text elements and embellishments typical of comic book covers.
Various Artists, Jay Lynch, Joe Pilati, Robert Crumb, S. Clay Wilson, Evert Geradts, Jay Kinney, Art Spiegelman, Justin Green, Jim Mitchell, Trina Robbins, Peter Loft, Peter Poplaski, Ned Sonntag, Denis Kitchen, Dave Dozier, Wendell Pugh, Dave L. Herring, Bruce Walthers, Dale Kuipers, Skip Williamson, Joel Beck, Bill Griffith, Don Dohler, Kitchen Sink Enterprises, Projunior, 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, 2014.126.100

Projunior

Various Artists, Jay Lynch, Joe Pilati, Robert Crumb, S. Clay Wilson, Evert Geradts, Jay Kinney, Art Spiegelman, Justin Green, Jim Mitchell, Trina Robbins, Peter Loft, Peter Poplaski, Ned Sonntag, Denis Kitchen, Dave Dozier, Wendell Pugh, Dave L. Herring, Bruce Walthers, Dale Kuipers, Skip Williamson, Joel Beck, Bill Griffith, Don Dohler, Kitchen Sink Enterprises · 1972 · paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.100

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

Various Artists, Roger Brand, Justin Green, Kim Deitch, Simon Deitch, Bill Griffith, Paul Rodgers, Rory Hayes, S. Clay Wilson, Michelle Brand, The Print Mint, Inc., Tales of Sex and Death #1, 1971, 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.134

Tales of Sex and Death #1

Various Artists, Roger Brand, Justin Green, Kim Deitch, Simon Deitch, Bill Griffith, Paul Rodgers, Rory Hayes, S. Clay Wilson, Michelle Brand, The Print Mint, Inc. · 1971 · 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.134

This is a drawing of a chaotic scene with comic-style characters and text. The image features the word "BENT" in large blue letters above a colorful, crowded scene with fantastical and surreal characters. The characters have exaggerated features and are engaged in aggressive actions. There are sound effects like "CLUD" and "WHANG" and speech bubbles with phrases like "SHUT YOUR FOUL TRAP." The scene is brightly colored with various hues and patterns, reminiscent of underground comics.
S. Clay Wilson, The Print Mint, Inc., Bent, 1971, 36-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, 2014.126.12

Bent

S. Clay Wilson, The Print Mint, Inc. · 1971 · 36-page paperback bound volume with black and white half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper and cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.12