Friends Of Teacher Toons

 

My cartooning made a cameo appearance on MTV's True Life series.  My friend Reby has her toon hung on her wall. — "I'm A Sports Fanatic" aired 9-19-2009, aired again 9-28-2009, 9pm central

"After speaking with Ramon and seeing his work it refreshed my faith that there are still educators out there that are willing to take education to a different level, that can still enlighten and inspire the next generation.  Keep up the great work!" — Paul Linsley, Illustrator/Animator, www.paullinsley.com

Jorge Gutierrez and Sandra Equihua, Creators of "El Tigre - The Adventures of Manny Rivera"

"A truly inspirational person, Ramon Ramirez has created a fun world we can all be a part of to escape and laugh at our everyday crazy and hectic lives.  Ramon has been a joy to work with and I'm so honored to have him create an amazing toon for me!" — Sarah Ponce, Fashion Model/Olympic Kickboxer

"You a funny vato." — Lalo Alcaraz, Chicano Artist/Cartoonist, Creator of "La Cucaracha" comic strip, www.laloalcaraz.com

"Ramon's cartoons are hilarious, inspirational and beautiful.  Just like me!" — Paul Vato, Actor/Director/Producer - BarrioSpeedwagon.tv

"Teacher Toons are right on!  They remind me of my days in school and the funny observations I noticed.  Now being grown up, I can look back at those days and laugh.  Teacher Toons makes that very possible!  Keep up the great work!" — Teddy Perez, Creator/Artist Work Bytes Comic, www.workbytescomic.com

"Keep up the great work" — Carlos Castellanos, cartoonist/co-creator for Baldo

"My sister is a teacher and I hear her hysterical stories about the students and faculty daily.  Ramon has captured the thought bubbles that go on in teachers heads and translated it into these vibrant, fun cartoons.  My favorite is the special ed moments.  That's how I always felt when I took a test in school.  No wonder I grew up to become a professional comedienne.  No more "scan trons" for me!  LOL!" — Jill-Michele Meleán, actress/comic/writer/producer, www.jillyonline.com

"I know I speak for all of us here at Action 4 News when I say we all appreciate your amazing talent, and even in a business that can sometimes make you want to cry your eyes out.... you always find a way to make us laugh.  I thank you for that!  We always look forward to your artwork." &mdash Martha Benavides, News Anchor/KGBT Action 4 News, ValleyCentral.com

Ramon's talent turns chaos and the mundane into beauty and humor, finding the lighter side in every person and scenario.  It's always a pleasure to take a time-out and check out his work! — REBY, Supermodel - NY Giants Girl

"Ramon's creativity is not just for humor, it is insightful and thought provoking.  His ability as an artist to draw thought and emotion from both his characters and the reader is truly a gift." — Cindy Vela, model/actor/teacher

"Ramon wasn't afraid to take on local issues in his political cartoons — sparking conversation and sometimes igniting controversy &mdash but he also gave the Rio Grande Valley something else it needed: 'toons depicting people who looked like the readers themselves, and not the usual generic characters who populate editorial cartoons." — Mack T. Harrison, Attorney & former opinion page editor of The Monitor, McAllen, Texas

quot;I have known Ramon for several years and his talent never ceases to amaze me.  He can fabricate his humor on the go or with prolonged wittiness.  He designed a caricature for our Morning Show we display proudly and it always gets rave reviews everywhere it's seen.  He captures the essence of anything he is trying to get across with his talented work.  Nothing short of amazing!" — Jay Cantu, Program Director for Hot Kiss 106.3

"I first met Ramon when I did a local story about him in the Valley back in 2008.  Writing a book or getting something published has always been on of my goals so when I heard he was in the process of publishing his art I was excited and wanted to see his Teacher Toons.  The moment I saw his work I thought it was awesome and hilarious.  It took me back a few years and it reminded me of some of my teachers.  Ramon knows how to make situations funny.  We all need laughs and we all need more people like Ramon who is an inspiration to the Hispanic community.  He's a great friend and I know he will go far in life.  I'm excited to see what else he will come up with next." — Mayra Moreno, Reported/Assc. Producer, KRGV-TV/Newschannel 5, www.krgv.com

"Students on our campus were very impressed by the art presented.  They found the comics very amusing, and were motivated by the humorous, yet motivational, message about setting goals and doing what you love.  Our teachers were lining up outside the classroom window to catch a glimpse of the coloful and fun cartoons which represented many of our daily school experiences in an extremely comical way.  Administrators were excitedly asking for copies of Mr. Ramirez's work to present at staff inservices and workshops.  We can't wait for his motivational presentation to kick-off the new school year!  THANKS AGAIN!" — Christina Lynch - counselor at Ruben C. rodriguez Elementary, Edcouch Elsa, TX

"Ramon Ramirez is one of the most talented artists I've ever met in my 33-year career in the media.  I had the opportunity to collaborate with him on political cartoons for an alternative newspaper.  His toons were often so incisive and hilarious at the same time that we'd often feature his work on our front cover.  One was so brilliantly biting that it appeared on a roadside billboard for all to enjoy, as well as on local TV newscasts.  Ramon is well on his way to stardom and it couldn't happen to a nicer guy." — Rod Santa Ana III, Texas A&M University System

"Ramon is a very inspiring person.  His talents make real life into wonderful, fun life-stories through his cartoons.  His creations are impressive.  He is by far, the best cartoon artist, and person in the world.  You rock, Ramon!!!" — Rina Mehta, TV-Host/Actor, KCWE/Missouri

"Ramon Ramirez is an amazing and very creative artist.  It is awesome how he can bring a drawing to life.  I feel very honored to have worked with him and to know him as a friend." — Samantha Fishinghawk, Smarty Cartoons Model

"Your Teacher Toons make me smile and get me to stop and laugh at the otherwise stressful situations that occur in every classroom, including my own.  You're a joy to work with and I wish you all the success that you deserve!" — Karen, model/teacher, California

"I have known Mr. Ramirez for many years and he is still the funny, happy, kind, and amazingly talented artist I met 12 years ago.  It amazes me how real his drawings become when you look at them.  He should be drawing cartoons in Hollywood no doubt." — Erica Ruiz Espinoza, M.D., Physician & former art student.

"Mr. Ram was not only the coolest Art teacher in school, but he is also the BEST cartoonist I know.  Thanks Mr. Ram for all your art knowledge.  You're the BEST!" — Jessica Ruiz-Armstrong, formet art student

I had the honor and privilege to work with Ramon in education.  Never in my mind would I have ever thought that I would have the chance to get to know this exceptional person.  I was familiar with Ramon's work from the time he was an editorial cartoonist for a RGV newspaper.  I can honestly say that I eagerly looked forward to each of his creations... curiously awaiting what he was going to come up with next.  He called things like he saw it and he wasn't afraid to express his viewpoints about issues taking place in our communities... many times saying things so many other people were afraid or weren't willing to share.  It was all done through the genius of his artwork... through the strokes of his pencils and pens.  He still continues to do the same with his Teacher Toons.  He has a fun and hilarious way of expressing things that we as educators encounter on a day to day basis.  I still look forward to seeing what else he'll come up with.  I've even been lucky enough to have my own little personal sketch drawn for me by him about a funny little incident that happened to me during the time I worked with him.  There are so many positive things that I can say about Ramon, but I would like for everyone to know this... Ramon is an extremely talented, positive and professional person who is so passionate about his work whether it's in teaching, motivational speaking or at creating his Teacher Toons.  He's an incredible individual with a wonderful heart and he has been truly blessed with a keen eye and a wonderful God given talent... his art.  I'm truly honored to know him. — Salina Cavazos, High School Counselor

"Ramon is a passionate and dedicated artist with a big heart.  His constant yearning to be a better artist and positive outlook on life is of great inspiration to me and to those who have the privilege of working with him.  I admire his dedication to his art and to the pursuit of passing on creativity to the next generation of artists.  Ramon Ramirez is a truly talented and inspiring individual we can all look up to." &mdash Mrs. Yesenia Zamora, Graphic Designer

"Ramon Ramirez is an amazing cartoon artist.  He has accomplished so much in just one year.  He's just a guy with a big heart that has always made me laugh when I was having a bad day.  All I can say is, keep up the great work." &mdash Nikki Serna, former art student