Remembering the legend cartoonist, Ron Tandberg
Ron Tandberg, The Age’s veteran cartoonist, lost his battle with cancer earlier this year. Tandberg had been with The Age since 1972.
Tandberg’s cartoons were among the most loved features of The Age. An inspiration to many cartoonists throughout Australia, he won an extraordinary eleven Walkley Awards, including two Gold Walkleys.
As The Age editor Alex Lavelle put it, “a ‘Tandberg’ is as recognisable in Melbourne as a ‘Picasso’ would be”. His legacy will not be forgotten, with his name scrawled across some of The Age’s most memorable cartoons.
As a tribute, we have compiled some highlights of Ron discussing his craft and its power in journalism.
You will be missed Ron.