Cleven "Goodie" Goudeau
Art director and cartoonist, Goofus & Gallant
Art director and cartoonist, Goofus & Gallant
1932
93 years ago
Artists & Creatives
United States
An art director and cartoonist contributed to various publications including highlights for children. Created the comic strip Goofus and Gallant, which educated young readers about appropriate behavior. Worked extensively in the field of visual storytelling and his style influenced a generation of cartoonists. Established a reputation for engaging illustrations that combined humor and life lessons.
Created the comic strip Goofus and Gallant
Served as art director for Highlights magazine
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