oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 30/07/2026Legend Mark Wheatley has been added!! And viral internet celebrity raccoon, Jimothy?? Truth is stranger than fiction in @jimeato.bsky.social's latest artfully wacky issue of "Papa Balloon and Cactus"! 010
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 26/07/2026Thank you so much for having me - such a joy to be part of your awesome comic!! Really appreciate it! 010
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 26/07/2026Including comics by me - plus, I'm honored to say, my characters "Captain Zap", "Polly the Bird" and "A-1 the Robot" have cameos in James' story as well! 220
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 26/07/2026"Papa Balloon and Cactus 7" features contributions by the fantastic artist Quinn Rowan Dex, excellent comic writer and editor-in-chief of Tripwire, Joel Meadows, the incredible talent Roman Rathert and more! www.kickstarter.com/projects/jha...kickstarter.comPapa Balloon and Cactus 7after learning who his real father is, cactus's rebellion is in disarray. Now it's every man for them self! These are the larger size 110
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 26/07/2026Despite debilitating strokes @jimeato.bsky.social had his first Comic Convention setup this year and is now already on issue 7 of his amazing series "Papa Balloon and Cactus"! This time around a portion will be done on good ol' paper and pen as his cintiq broke. 220
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 20/04/2026"...a work that feels cohesive and singular, a rare achievement for a debut release." apricot-magazine.com/review/the-a...apricot-magazine.comThe Architectures of Rust and the Bi Coastal Friction of Signal 23San Diego and New York have always existed as tectonic opposites, yet Signal 23 has found a way to bridge […] 080
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 20/04/2026"This is, without question, a high-quality debut." www.parkettchannel.it/signal-23-pi...parkettchannel.itSignal-23 - Pillars - ParkettA sense of structure under strain runs quietly through Pillars, the debut EP from Signal-23, a bi-coastal duo working between San Diego and New York. Across five tracks, they shape a sonic environment... 080
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 20/04/2026My son is now officially a Musician and a Doctor - him and his friend's awesome debut EP is getting great reviews. "It is, by any honest measure, a stunning arrival." More reviews in the comments. indiedockmusicblog.co.uk?p=36450indiedockmusicblog.co.ukSignal-23 – Pillars – Indie Dock Music Blog 260
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 18/01/2026Find it in @jimeato.bsky.social's "Papa Balloon and Cactus 6". Only a couple of days left. www.kickstarter.com/projects/jha... 010
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 18/01/2026LEGEND Mark Wheatley's first new comic story of 2026! 130
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 17/01/2026Get @tessfowler.bsky.social cancer memoir now. Also NEWS BREAK check out the comicwork of her and her husband, Chris, in @jimeato.bsky.social "Papa Balloon and Cactus 6" - only a few days left of the KS! 020
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 15/01/2026James Banderas-Smith's first fully completed page of "Papa Balloon and Cactus 6" features cameos of my comic characters "Captain Zap and A-1 the Robot" - truly honored! Love the way he draws them and can't wait to see what he has in store for them. One week left to order a copy! 120
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 14/01/2026BREAKING NEWS "Wandering Star" indie comics star @terisuewood.bsky.social is launching an allnew comic series in @jimeato.bsky.social "Papa Balloon and Cactus #6"!! 100
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 06/01/2026The great Mark Wheatley in the upcoming Papa Balloon and Cactus 6 100
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 04/01/2026Two strokes left @jimeato.bsky.social wheelchair bound with a paralyzed arm, not to mention glaucoma, he is now on Papa Balloon and Cactus 6! Featuring comic stars Mark Wheatley, Michael Peters and more! My Capt Zap is featured as well. Truly honored! www.kickstarter.com/projects/jha... 150
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 28/12/2025We made it - it is literally no-budget so of course rough and uneven, but hopefully you'll like it despite that. Here's some more info on it www.whatcomicsentertainment.comwhatcomicsentertainment.comWHAT ? COMICS ENTERTAINMENTQuirky and earnest films from 120
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 21/12/2025Thank you for checking out our film - it's literally no-budget (and no marketing budget too) so of course rough and uneven. For more info www.whatcomicsentertainment.com 110
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 24/11/2025Me at Hollywood Forever Cemetery’s Columbarium Continuum by Rick Castro, an ongoing exhibition of photographs made from 1986 – 2024. Open daily 9am-4pm. Rick: I didn’t expect the results to be so haunting, but I’m glad they do. Sometimes I like it when people look like they’re dead, but are not- 030
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 19/10/2025Thank you, @jimeato.bsky.social received your latest ingenious and hilarious issue of "Papa Balloon and Cactus"(and other goodies!)! Honored to have my backup comic in it alongside contributions by comic stars Michael L. Peters and Rob Walton as well as Quinn Rowan Dex and Koom Kankesan! 250
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 19/10/2025Thank you so much for the interview! 000
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 17/10/2025My interview in Electric Transit by @ferberton.bsky.social is now online electrictransit.wordpress.com/2025/10/17/o...electrictransit.wordpress.comOliver Simonsen InterviewOliver Simonsen is a cartoonist best known for his Captain Zap comics. He also has made an animated adaptation of Dave Sim’s Cerebus. You can currently see his comics in James Banderas-Smith&… 040
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 09/10/2025I'm interviewed in the latest issue of @ferberton.bsky.social amazing "Electric Transit"! Thanks so much! 030
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 01/10/2025James was kind enough to include my character Captain Zap (wearing the Charlie Brown shirt:)) among such amazing company! 000
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 31/08/2025My wife's incredible book is now LIVE - it's about her amazing stepdad! a.co/d/9hggw3a 010
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 25/06/2025I had the honor of being interviewed on Carla's amazing "Heart-to-Heart Inspiration" podcast www.youtube.com/live/_lPXiOO... 010
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 09/06/2025Hey, how's it going. Yes, but not as active on social media as I should be I suppose. 010
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 20/05/2025I got my sixth COVID shot this morning 140
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 02/04/2025Took the EV leap. Hyundai Ioniq 6. 010
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 05/03/2025Had a wonderful time in New Zealand 030
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 05/02/2025Dear family friend Sal Maida passed away. When I was little I called him "dad". www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/music-n...hollywoodreporter.comSal Maida, Bassist With Roxy Music and Milk ’N’ Cookies, Dies at 76He also played with Sparks, Ronnie Spector, Cracker and The Runaways during his career. 011
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 22/12/2024@jimeato.bsky.social has an incredible art style coupled with zany story telling ability. This rising star is now taking commissions, best investment you'll ever make. And make sure to get his comics - he's super generous and will always include extras like this Papa Balloon "action figure":) 071
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 16/12/2024Part 3 of my mom being interviewed by Neil Saint featuring Rolling Stones, George Harrison, Donovan, Keith Moon, Gram Parsons, Bob Weston of Fleetwood Mac and Sal Maida of Roxy Music, Sparks and Cracker among others - and I'm born in this episode:) www.mixcloud.com/FrenchSpurs1...mixcloud.comR1138 - GRAM PARSONS TO EASTER 71 WITH GEORGE HARRISON Episode 3 of Inger Simonsen’s storyOnce again The Saint of RETROPOPIC RADIO talks with Inger Simonsen, author of 'Long Haired Lads Of London', about her life in the music scene from the mid 60s to the early 70s. Why did Inger relocate... 141
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 31/10/2024My drawing featuring my characters "Captain Zap" and "A-1". It's a dead heat - will Captain Zap save the day?:) Honored to be part of "Cartoonists for Kamala" - all proceeds go to her campaign. www.ebay.com/itm/18675643... It's coming down to the wire and Harris is still campaigning. 181
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Reposted by @oliversimonsen.bsky.socialSlangword Scott @slangwordscott.bsky.social · 11/10/2024Mike Mignola Hellboy watercolor for the Cartoonists for Kamala auction! www.ebay.com/usr/cartooni... 02012
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 02/10/2024Not to mention an amazing comic by the incredibly talented newcomer Quinn Rowan Dex. And a heartfelt and indepth essay by Robin Fisher . Oh, and "Captain Zap" by moi:). Papa Balloon and Cactus' Color Comics Cavalcade, via @Kickstarter www.kickstarter.com/projects/jha... 040
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 02/10/2024See what all the hubbub is about! Despite being wheelchair bound with a paralyzed arm and glaucoma James is now on his 6th issue of his outrageous comic "Papa Balloon and Cactus"! With an ALL NEW destined to be a classic "Too Much Coffee Man" comic by indie blockbuster sensation Shannon Wheeler! 160
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 18/09/2024Papa Balloon and Cactus' Color Comics Cavalcade, via @Kickstarter www.kickstarter.com/projects/jha...kickstarter.comPapa Balloon and Cactus' Color Comics CavalcadeYou know Papa Balloon & Cactus comics? Well, this is a color special! Enjoy a cornucopia of colors with your favorite cactus & balloon 171
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 18/09/2024@jimeato.bsky.social drew this amazing rendition of my robot character. Thank you so much! Check out the latest issue of his incredible comic series "Papa Balloon and Cactus". Link in the comments. 151
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 11/09/2024My mom got interviewed! The Saint of RETROPOPIC RADIO talks with Inger Simonsen about her memoir 'Long Haired Lads of London'. The focus is on that 1963 to 1964 period when she befriended rock group The Pretty Things & met The Rolling Stones. Click here to access: www.mixcloud.com/FrenchSpurs1...mixcloud.comR1097 - Leaving Norway In 63 To Meeting The Stones In 64 Part 1 Of Author Inger Simonsen's Story 020
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 10/09/2024Bonjour! Having a great time in Quebec. For many English is just not a thing here, but everyone is super friendly and chill. Would we even have a USA if not for the French - maybe we should all be speaking French? 010
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 13/08/2024New glasses! New haircut! And signed up to volunteer for Harris/Walz!! Lifelong Democrat - first time volunteer. Kicking off the week right! 020
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 05/08/2024I'm interviewed youtu.be/puIRvTwFd0A?... in celebration of the 25th anniversary of Johnny Logan Harley 's fantastic indie comic "Frozen Dead" where he beautifully drew cameos of my Captain Zap comic characters. Johnny has played with "the Misfits" and is now also working on several movies.youtu.beNecro-Fiends Of The Frozen Dead; (Episode 9 Oliver Simonsen)Coming soon: A series of interviews with Frozen Dead readers, colleagues and guest stars throughout the series 25 years of publication, with your hostess Syd... 000
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 20/06/2024Hanging out in Long Beach with my wife Carma. #happypride 010
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 29/04/2024Having a lovely time celebrating my wife's Bday and our "15th anniversary since we met" in Washington DC 010
oliversimonsen.bsky.social @oliversimonsen.bsky.social · 13/03/2024Despite two debilitating strokes James Banderas-Smith is already on issue #4 of his incredible comic series "Papa Balloon and Cactus" - and I'm honored to be in it alongside a brand new story of the 90s classic hit "Wandering Star" by Teri S. Wood herself!! www.kickstarter.com/projects/jha... 000
