Genius Lives On Ballard Street

Jerry Van Amerongen is the genius that is Ballard Street. Ballard Street is among the most creative, laugh-out-loud cartoon panels of all time. Most impressive is that Jerry came to cartooning late in life - 40. Before that he had an entire career in sales, marketing and other mundane business pursuits that plague most of us. He gives me hope that escape is possible. Even in middle age.

Why am I writing about Jerry today?

Two reasons. One, he’s got a new book. His first in over 9 years. I just got my copy in the mail last week. It’s entitled, “Practicing People Skills on Ballard Street.” I lost track of how many times I’ve laughed out loud. Or how many times I’ve laughed ’til I cried. Many. You should buy it. Now. And you’ll get a copy that Jerry has signed (while they last).

The second reason I’m telling you about Ballard Street is because after saving my pennies, I’ve invested in some of Jerry’s prints. I’d buy them all if I could afford them, but I’m at least starting my Ballard Street collection. Hopefully, in time I can complete the collection. I’m buying one of my all-time favorite panels.

You can read about the prints on Jerry’s website, Ballard Street. Snoop around and enjoy the people and creatures of Ballard Street. Your day will be better if you do.