David Lasky

David Lasky, born in 1967, is an alternative cartoonist based in Seattle, Washington. He is best known for his intricate, expressive linework and his contributions to the small-press and anthology scenes. Lasky’s path into comics began in the early 1990s, and his career spans from 1993 to 2017, during which he has worked as an artist, colorist, inker, letterer, and writer on 17 issues. His most credited titles include *The Comics Journal*, *Boom Boom*, *The Best American Comics*, *Last Dangerous Christmas*, *Lowlife*, and *No Ordinary Flu*. Lasky’s style is marked by a delicate, detailed approach that often blends whimsy with social commentary, and he has collaborated with writers and artists across the alternative comics community. Notable co-creations include his work on the graphic novel *The Carter Family: Don't Forget This Song*, which earned him a place in the *Best American Comics* series. Later in his career, Lasky continued to produce thoughtful, labor-intensive works, including *No Ordinary Flu*, a public health comic about the 1918 influenza pandemic. While he has not received major mainstream awards, his contributions have been recognized within the alternative comics world, and his legacy endures as a dedicated craftsman who helped shape the Seattle comics scene.