Movin' Pitchers

Super Bowl Ladies' Day

2012-02-10T08:14:00.001-06:00

These girls are ready for something other than football!

Black History Month--No Whining!

2012-02-01T08:27:00.001-06:00

The African American stars of "The Funny Cartoon Picture Show" tell you how to celebrate the race this month!

Funny Cartoon Dance Party Time 1

2012-01-17T13:57:00.001-06:00

Now it's the Gang of 3's turn to trip the light fantastic! Enjoy!

Lizanne's Cafe: Good Success

2012-01-14T13:23:00.001-06:00

Lizanne the coffee shop waitress gives Mom Louella a lesson in "makin' it big"!

Our Follies: Long Live the King

2012-01-13T17:38:00.001-06:00

Mama Fannie takes her admiration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to a whole 'nother level!

Funny Cartoons on Parade

2012-01-01T17:31:00.001-06:00

The stars of "The Funny Cartoon Picture Show", all made over and ready for 2012. Old friends and new faces here. Watch for them!

The stars of

The Life of Stan: Hardworking Leisure--A Funny Cartoon!

2011-11-28T14:52:00.001-06:00

Meet Stan Pulaski, the hardest-working retiree in town. Background beat by http://beatsroyaltyfree.com/. Enjoy this funny cartoon!

Gang of 3: Spider, Man--A Funny Cartoon!

2011-11-27T13:19:00.001-06:00

All Paco wants to do is share the beauty of nature with his sister and brother. What's so bad about that? Enjoy this funny cartoon!

Our Follies: Feed Me with Food Sufficient--A Funny Cartoon!

2011-11-16T12:22:00.001-06:00

Mama Fannie's gonna make sure her family is healthy--even if it makes them sick! Enjoy this funny mealtime cartoon. Background beat courtesy of http://beatsroyaltyfree.com/.

Toonarama: The Official Shop for The Funny Cartoon Picture Show

2011-11-10T05:56:00.001-06:00

Love the characters on my channel? Take 'em with you! Introducing Toonarama, my toonerific cartoon shop!

Lizanne's Cafe: Aw, For Art's Sake--A Funny Cartoon!

2011-10-25T09:12:00.001-05:00

Our girl Lizanne starts her art career journey--with a slight bump along the way! Enjoy this funny cartoon!

Lizanne's Cafe: Mother Knows Better--A Funny Cartoon!

2011-10-25T09:07:00.001-05:00

All Mom Louella wants for her only daughter is the best. Too bad she and Lizanne have different ideas about what that is. Enjoy this funny cartoon!

Gang of 3: Remembering Papi--A Funny Cartoon!

2011-10-25T08:59:00.001-05:00

Paco and Poco know their Papi was a soldier proudly sacrificing for his country, but Preciosa doesn't quite get it. Enjoy this funny cartoon!

Artists and the Arts 3--A Funny Cartoon!

2011-10-25T08:33:00.001-05:00

Now Carsey Brakewaithe wants to find the "ulterior motives" behind "Lizanne's Cafe". Will this man never learn? Enjoy this funny cartoon!

Lizanne's Cafe: A Royal Pain--A Funny Cartoon!

2011-09-12T08:07:00.001-05:00

Ms. Glamm learns she's related to a monarchy--and gets a royal jolt of reality! Enjoy this funny cartoon!

Lizanne's Cafe: Father Knows Better--A Funny Cartoon!

2011-09-12T08:04:00.001-05:00

Dad Leon wants Lizanne to get her "M-R-S degree" but she's gonna school him! Enjoy this funny cartoon!

Lizanne's Cafe: Who Told You to Move?!--A Funny Cartoon

2011-09-12T08:00:00.001-05:00

Marty just doesn't always know when to turn off his military mind. Enjoy this funny cartoon!

Funny Cartoon Picture Show Promo

2011-09-12T07:43:00.001-05:00

Carsey Brakewaithe of "Artists and the Arts" announces a new season of D.K. Upshaw funny cartoons. And tries to find an "ulterior motive" for their creation. Will he never learn?

Funny Cartoon Dance Party Zone

2011-08-19T19:55:00.001-05:00

Remember all those Saturday Morning cartoon music segments where characters busted wacky repetitive dance moves to bubblegum rock tunes? I'm bringing it back--with the Shrimpkins!

Shrimpkins: Soccer and Sock'em

2011-08-10T17:27:00.001-05:00

Sports and snacking do n0t mix. Enjoy this funny cartoon!

Shrimpkins: Boom Times

2011-07-27T14:23:00.001-05:00

Bill never misses a great opportunity. He probably should've missed this one!

Shrimpkins: Boot the Scoot

2011-07-25T18:14:00.001-05:00

Bill's scooter-buzzing has Nancy quite disturbed--but not for long!

Artists and the Arts 2

2011-07-21T09:54:00.001-05:00

Once again Carsey makes too big a deal out of a fun thing. When will he ever learn to lighten up? Never!

Artists and the Arts

2011-07-11T01:46:00.001-05:00

Carsey Brakewaithe wants to get at the "deep psychological meanings" of pop culture. Why can't he just lighten up and enjoy?

Our Follies: Those Weren't the Days

2011-07-11T01:44:00.000-05:00

Gang of 3: Better Be Good to You

2011-07-11T01:43:00.000-05:00

Lizanne's Cafe: The Glamm Life

2011-07-11T01:42:00.000-05:00

Shrimpkins: It Takes One to Tango

2011-07-11T01:41:00.001-05:00

Shrimpkins: Shell Be Comin'

2011-07-11T01:41:00.000-05:00

Shrimpkins: Banana Surprise

2011-07-11T01:40:00.000-05:00

D.K.'s Cartoonival: Marking the Importance of Fathers

2011-07-11T01:37:00.003-05:00

The dads of "D.K.'s Cartoonival" get together for a pre-Father's Day bash. But when the ball game is pre-emted by a "chick flick", the guys start grumbling. . .but eventually realize that they are cared about and loved. Enjoy!

Father's Day Stan

2011-07-11T01:37:00.002-05:00

One of the stars of my Father's Day special. Enjoy!

Father's Day Marty

2011-07-11T01:36:00.001-05:00

One of the stars of my Father's Day special. Enjoy!

Father's Day Leon

2011-07-11T01:35:00.003-05:00

One of the stars of my Father's Day special. Enjoy!

Father's Day Dan

2011-07-11T01:35:00.002-05:00

One of the stars of my Father's Day special. Enjoy!

Father's Day Abe

2011-07-11T01:34:00.001-05:00

One of the stars of my Father's Day Special. Enjoy!

D.K.'s Cartoonival: The Memorial Day Show

2011-05-29T14:05:00.001-05:00

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This is episode is dedicated to those who gave all for this country so we can enjoy what we have. So enjoy!

D.K.'s Cartoonival Episode 2

2011-05-22T16:19:00.001-05:00

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It's the show moms love! Minutes of fun for kids of all ages!

D.K.'s Cartoonival: The Series

2011-05-08T09:14:00.001-05:00

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This premiere episode is dedicated to my mom and to moms everywhere. Where would we be without them?

D.K.'s Cartoonival: Pilot

2011-04-29T07:35:00.001-05:00

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It's your favorite cartoons in a new format! ; Take a look and tell me what you think in the Comments section.

Let's Go to the Store: Cartoon Merchandise on Toonarama

2011-03-24T14:40:00.000-05:00

I hope you like the stars of Movin' Pitchers animated cartoons. Now you can have 'em around all the time! Toonerama is my new online store with mugs, tote bags and, coming soon. other stuff based on my cartoons. Here it is

Shop for a personalized gift at Zazzle.

Right now I'm working on creating T-shirts, caps, keychains and more products. Watch for them!

Our Follies: Dorothy Height

2011-03-07T01:22:00.001-06:00

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Sis gives Sonny a history lesson--on the black hand side!

D.K.s Cartoonival: Feminine Force

2011-03-07T00:17:00.001-06:00

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Sisterhood is powerful--powerfully funny, that is! See the laugh-filled ladies of "D.K.'s Cartoonival"!

Our Follies: Dorothy Height

2011-03-06T18:13:00.000-06:00

Sis gives Sonny a history lesson--on the black hand side!

Gang of 3: Barbie, Girl

2011-02-28T12:23:00.001-06:00

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Preciosa's two dopey brothers just can't see how special Barbie really is!

Gang of 3: By Request

2011-02-27T18:56:00.001-06:00

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Aw, the kids were just doing what Mami told 'em to!

Gang of 3: Book 'em, Mami!

2011-02-09T15:01:00.001-06:00

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They're three rambunctios siblings--but their Mami can handle 'em!

It's D.K.'s Day: Money Is...

2011-02-03T12:22:00.001-06:00

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D.K. adjusts her attitude with the "almighty dollar".

It's D.K.'s Day: Happy New Year of Life

2011-01-29T21:21:00.001-06:00

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D.K. celebrates her own personal New Year's Day--October 4th!

Our Follies: Goin' for the Gold

2011-01-29T12:04:00.001-06:00

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I ain't sayin' black women are golddiggers--but Gramps sure is!

Our Follies: Day for a King

2011-01-18T18:03:00.001-06:00

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A belated MLK Day tribute as the premiere of my new cartoon.

It's D.K.'s Day: Guiltiest Pleasures

2011-01-15T19:24:00.001-06:00

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D.K. Upshaw likes cartoon shows she shouldn't like. So sue her.

It's D.K.s Day: YouTube Nostalgia Trip

2011-01-15T18:41:00.001-06:00

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D.K. riffs on the joys of watching cartoons of the oast--with a shout-out to her classic cartoonist friend.

It's D.K.'s Day: Golddigger Rebuttal

2011-01-15T17:56:00.001-06:00

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To all of those caring, hardworking black men out there--my apologies.

It's D.K.'s Day: Who's a Golddigger?

2011-01-15T17:19:00.001-06:00

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Why are black women accused of chasing after money when all they want are gainfully employed men?

Lizanne's Cafe: You Should Be Committed

2011-01-09T14:48:00.001-06:00

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Arthur, Lizanne's light o' love, stops by the cafe--and proves you can't hurry love!

Lizanne's Cafe: The Children's Hour

2011-01-08T13:35:00.001-06:00

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What are all these kids doing in Marty's Cafe? They don't even have a Kiddie Menu!

Lizanne's Cafe: Coffee Defenders

2010-12-30T21:27:00.001-06:00

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New series starring a sassy young waitress and her irascible coffee house boss. And their nutty customers.

It's D.K.'s Day: Beef and Broccoli Is Dangerous

2010-12-30T12:14:00.001-06:00

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Do you like Mexican, Chinese and Italian food? So does D.K., and she won't let a little "danger" stop her.

Shrimpkins: Seafood Stew

2010-12-30T12:10:00.001-06:00

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Percy savors the smell of Nancy's seafood stew--until he realizes it's not quite done yet!

Shrimpkins: Having a Beach Ball

2010-12-30T12:09:00.001-06:00

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Bill and Bob are just tossin' around a star-covered beach ball, until...

Shrimpkins: No Dancing on the Park Floor

2010-12-30T12:08:00.001-06:00

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Nikki gets down to the funky drum 'n bass, until...

It's D.K.'s Day: Think Stupid 2

2010-12-26T14:50:00.001-06:00

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Know any good rumors? D.K. riffs on some that were too ridiculous to be believed--and one was!

It's D.K.'s Day: Think Stupid

2010-12-26T13:33:00.001-06:00

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Some people are just too darn sensitive! D.K. chats about a racial slur that never was.

It's DK's Day Christmas Then and Now

2010-12-18T10:23:00.001-06:00

All D.K. wants for Christmas is...NOISE! And make it joyous!

Deal Wit It Video

2010-11-09T20:35:00.001-06:00

Here's my latest animated video for Trav...Is featuring Playa Sticky. (WARNING: Contains strong language)

TravIs Kiss Video

2010-10-06T19:35:00.001-05:00

Here it is in its entirety--my animated rap video for a local musician. Enjoy!

No Dancing on the Park Floor

2010-08-27T06:44:00.001-05:00

Nikki gets down to the funky drum and bass, then. . .

Mom Birthday 2010

2010-08-25T13:09:00.001-05:00

An animated tribute to the most influential woman in my life--no, not Oprah! (I did this a month too early--oops!)

Having a Beach Ball

2010-08-13T19:01:00.001-05:00

It's Bill and Bob just tossin' around a star-covered beach ball--until. . . Enjoy!

Shrimpkins: Seafood Stew

2010-08-08T20:37:00.001-05:00

Percy savors the aroma of Nancy's seafood stew--until he learns it's not quite done yet! Enjoy the show!

Mini Media Mogul

2010-07-27T00:16:00.000-05:00

D.K. has a dream. And that dream is to be a cartoon media queen. Or princess at least.

Guiltiest Pleasures

2010-07-20T08:42:00.000-05:00

I confess: I like stuff I'm not supposed to like. So sue me.

YouTube Nostalgia Trip!

2010-06-23T19:31:00.000-05:00

My li'l old shoutout to my favorite video site, with a nod to one of my cartoonist Facebook friends!

Golddigger Rebuttal

2010-06-18T16:03:00.000-05:00

To all the black men who care for their women and children: I didn't mean you guys!

Who's a Golddigger?

2010-06-16T13:15:00.000-05:00

D.K. asks, "Why do black women get called moneychasers when all we want is a man with a good job?

It's D.K.'s Day: Think Stupid 2

2010-06-15T15:14:00.000-05:00

Know any good rumors? D.K. riffs on some that are too ridiculous to be believed--and one was!

It's D.K.'s Day: Think Stupid

2010-06-14T13:03:00.000-05:00

Some people are too darned sensitive! D.K. points out a racial slur that never was.

It's D.K.'s Day: Beef and Broccoli Is Dangerous

2010-06-08T09:19:00.000-05:00

Do you like Mexican, Italian and Chinese food? D.K. does, and doesn't care about any inherent "danger". Enjoy!

Smith Bizzell and Warner Presents

2010-06-02T12:18:00.000-05:00

This is the animated presentation I did for a funeral home in Gary, Indiana sometime in 2009. Have I improved since then?

Shrimpkins: Percy and Nikki in the Park

2010-05-28T07:09:00.000-05:00

Percy does not appreciate Nikki's taste in music--to his folly! Enjoy!

Shrimpkins: Bill at the Beach

2010-05-26T09:59:00.000-05:00

Bill walks down the beach and gets a surprise--make that two surprises. Enjoy the show!

It's DK's Day: I Heart Mimi's

2010-05-25T17:32:00.000-05:00

Meet Li'l DK, my cartoon counterpart. Speaking from various locations in East Chicago, Indiana, she riffs on stuff I like and dislike, and is the spokestoon for my business, Ladytooner. Today, she sounds off on one of my favorite places in EC, Mimi's Cafe & Deli. Enjoy!

Our First Feature: Shrimpkins

2010-05-24T19:14:00.000-05:00

Hi, and welcome to Movin' Pitchers, the best in original short animation from D.K. Upshaw, who'd love to be Disney but will settle for Hanna-Barbera! Our first feature stars those little chewable-vitamin-looking people, the Shrimpkins. Today, it's Nancy, Bob and a cake--and they both get surprised!

Did you enjoy that? Good! There's more coming--stop by often for cool, clever and clean cartoons from Movin' Pitchers!