Annapolis Comic-Con (June 2013)
January 28, 2013 by Awesome Cons
Filed under Anime, Comic Books, Convention Profiles, Gaming, Maryland, Science Fiction and Fantasy
Event Details:
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| Annapolis Comic-Con 2013 | |
| Convention Website Address | |
| http://annapoliscomiccon.com | |
| This convention will take place: | |
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| Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy) | |
| 06/29/2013 | |
| About This Convention | |
| The Annapolis Comic-Con returns for 2013! | |
| Venue Name and Address | |
| Pip Moyer Community Center 273 Hilltop Lane Annapolis, Maryland 21403 United States Map It |
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| Number of Dealer/Exhibitor Tables | |
| 100 | |
| Projected Attendance | |
| 1000 | |
| Please select the Category that best describes the convention | |
| Comic Books | |
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Frank Cho to Headline ANS Sci-Fi and Comic Con 2013
January 24, 2013 by Brian Pate
Filed under Comic Books, Convention News, Maryland, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Top Stories
Press Release:
LEGENDARY COMICS CREATOR TO HEADLINE THE SECOND ANNUAL ANS SCI-FI & COMIC CON
On May 11, 2013, the ANS Sci-Fi & Comic Con returns to Archbishop Neale School in La Plata, Maryland for their Second Annual benefit event. Organizer Tom Boone says of the event, “It’s a fundraiser for the school and an awareness-raiser. We want people to come see our school, see the students’ work, see our wonderful facility and also to have a great time in a welcoming atmosphere.”
Archbishop Neale School is a Catholic elementary school in La Plata, Maryland that has been in continuous operation for 85 years. With a two-track system for grades Pre-K through 8, the school serves Catholic students from over seven parishes in the Southern Maryland area and many non-Catholics as well.
Headlining a stellar array of vendors and artists is legendary comic creator, writer and artist Frank Cho. “We are very grateful to all of our vendors, many of whom participated in our first show and also many new friends”, says Boone. “Having an artist of Mr. Cho’s stature and acclaim as our guest is an honor and we are very grateful for his support.”
As the creator of the groundbreaking newspaper strip Liberty Meadows, Mr. Cho is well known for his incredible artistry and story writing talent. Cho is currently the writer and artist behind Marvel Comics’ “Savage Wolverine” title that debuted earlier this month. In addition to Cho, area artists working in a wide range of mediums will be represented including sculptors, pyro-artists, independent and online comic artists, writers and publishers.
The event promises a fun-filled, full day event for the whole family. The largest feature is an amazing array of vendors selling vintage and modern comics, collectible cards, sci-fi and pop culture toys. There will be a kid’s art contest and prizes, a charity silent auction with collectibles and autographed items as well as panels, presentations and a film festival showing rare and unique films for sci-fi and comic fans. Tours of the school will also be available to interested parents.
The Second Annual ANS Sci-Fi & Comic Con is Saturday, May 11, 2013, from 10-3pm at Archbishop Neale School, 104 Port Tobacco Road, La Plata, Maryland. For more information, please visit anscomiccon.com. Contact event organizer Tom Boone at info@anscomiccon.com. For more information about the school, visit archbishopnealeschool.org
The ANS Sci-Fi & Comic Con is an ALL AGES fan and collectors event benefiting Archbishop Neale School on Saturday, May 11, 2013, from 10am to 3pm. For more information, visit www.anscomiccon.com
About Archbishop Neale School -
Archbishop Neale School is a Catholic elementary school in La Plata, Maryland that has been in continuous operation since 1927, with a two-track system for grades Pre-K through 8 and a curriculum centered on the Archdiocese of Washington graded course of study. We are fully accredited, and our teachers are certified by the State of Maryland in their specific areas. We serve Catholic students from over seven parishes and many non-Catholics as well. For over 80 years, parents have entrusted their children to ANS because they are assured of an excellent, Archdiocesan standards-based academic curriculum that encompasses Catholic faith and values delivered in a safe, caring environment. For more information, visit www.ArchbishopNealeSchool.org
MD – Steed & Mrs. Peel Signing
January 22, 2013 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, Maryland, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Top Stories
Artist Barry Kitson (Amazing Spider-Man, Legion of Super-Heroes) signs at Cards Comics and Collectibles on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 from 2:00 until 7:00pm. He will be signing the exclusive variant cover to Steed & Mrs. Peel #4 from Boom! Studios.
Cards Comics and Collectibles
100 A Chartley Drive, Reisterstown, MD 21136
410-526-7410
Baltimore Comic-Con Welcomes Back DeMatteis, Giffen & Maguire
January 22, 2013 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, Convention News, Maryland, Top Stories
Press Release:
The Baltimore Comic-Con is happy to announce the return of J.M. DeMatteis, Keith Giffen, and Kevin Maguire to this year’s show, taking place the weekend of September 8-9, 2013 at the Baltimore Convention Center.
Writer J.M. DeMatteis began his career in the late-’70s working on DC Comics’ horror line of books. In 1980, he moved over to Marvel, where he worked on The Defenders and Captain America. Over the next 30 years, DeMatteis would write nearly every major character in both the DC and Marvel Universes, including Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Spider-Man, Silver Surfer, Daredevil, and Doctor Strange. DeMatteis is currently co-writing the Phantom Stranger along with Dan Didio for DC Comics.
Keith Giffen is a writer/artist who has worked on such titles as OMAC, Nick Fury’s Howling Commandos, T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents, and his creator-owned series, Hero Squared. Giffen is currently working on Threshold and the recently announced Masters of the Universe ongoing series for DC Comics.
Artist Kevin Maguire, who has worked with both Giffen and DeMatteis on several books, began his a career in 1987. He has worked on such high-profile titles as Batman Confidential, Captain America, and X-Men, and he is currently working with Paul Levitz and George Perez on DC Comics’ World’s Finest, which stars the Huntress and Power Girl.
DeMatteis, Giffen, and Maguire are well-known for their run on DC Comics’ Justice League in the late ’80s, which added a humorous brand of storytelling to the superhero team dynamic and brought a lighthearted tone with fantastic humor – something different in a comic landscape that was filled with “grim and gritty” books.
“We couldn’t be happier to have these three creators reuniting once again at this year’s show,” said Marc Nathan, show promoter of the Baltimore Comic-Con. “Their appearance together at the show in 2011 was a real treat to fans who attended the show and who attended their panel. Their work in comics in the late-’80s helped to lay the groundwork for many of today’s modern characters.”
Giffen, DeMatteis, and Maguire join already announced guests: Mark Buckingham (Fables); Frank Cho (Savage Wolverine); Dave Gibbons (The Secret Service); Adam Hughes (Before Watchmen: Dr. Manhattan); Barry Kitson (Empire); Paul Levitz (World’s Finest); Mike Mignola (Hellboy In Hell); George Perez (World’s Finest); David Petersen (Mouse Guard); Chris Samnee (Daredevil); Louise Simonson (X-Factor); Walt Simonson (The Mighty Thor); Allison Sohn (sketch card artist); and Mark Waid (Indestructible Hulk).
In the coming weeks, look for more announcements from the Baltimore Comic-Con. We are looking forward to highlighting our guests, the Harvey Awards, industry exclusives, and programming. The latest developments can always be found on our website, Twitter, and Facebook pages.
Comic Book and Non-Sports Card Show (MD) (April 2013)
January 14, 2013 by fedeson
Filed under Collectibles, Comic Books, Convention Profiles, Maryland
Event Details:
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| Comic Book and Non-sports card show | |
| Convention Website Address | |
| http://www.clandestinecomics. |
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| Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy) | |
| 04/07/2013 | |
| About This Convention | |
| This is the longest running one day convention in Maryland. Dealers travel from around the region to bring their comics and non sports cards to this show and deal. Dealers carry Golden Age books to current books. If you are looking for back issues this is your show. | |
| Venue Name and Address | |
| Holiday Inn Laurel 15101 Sweitzer Lane Laurel, maryland 20732 United States Map It |
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| Number of Dealer/Exhibitor Tables | |
| 25 | |
| Projected Attendance | |
| 125 | |
| Please select the Category that best describes the convention | |
| Comic Books | |
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MD – Savage Wolverine Release Party
January 7, 2013 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, Comic Strips, Maryland, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Top Stories
Superstar artist Frank Cho signs in-store on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 from 4:00 – 7:30 pm for the Savage Wolverine #1 Release Party at Cards, Comics & Collectibles, the official retailer and news source for the Baltimore Comic-Con.
Savage Wolverine, which is being written and drawn by Cho as a part of the Marvel NOW! initiative, is an all-out adventure story which finds the title character awaking on the shores of a mysterious and dangerous island off the coast of the Savage Land.
Cho’s body of work at Marvel includes such titles as New Avengers, Mighty Avengers, Shanna the She-Devil, New Ultimates, X-Men: Schism, and Avengers vs. X-Men. He is also well-known for his creator-owned series, Liberty Meadows and his work on Jungle Girl for Dynamite Entertainment.
“We couldn’t be happier to have Frank in the store to celebrate the release of Savage Wolverine #1,” said Marc Nathan, owner of Cards, Comics & Collectibles and show promoter of the Baltimore Comic-Con. “Frank is a long-time friend of both the store and the Baltimore show and every time he signs here, it’s a big treat for all of our customers!”
Everyone in attendance will receive a free Liberty Meadows 2013 calendar. In addition, one lucky customer will walk away with an original sketch on the blank cover variant of Wolverine #300 by Frank! Refreshments will be served all day, and other surprises will take place throughout the evening.
Cards Comics and Collectibles
100 A Chartley Drive, Reisterstown, MD 21136
410-526-7410
MD – The Answer Signing
January 5, 2013 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, Maryland, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Webcomics
Writer Dennis Hopeless and artist Mike Norton sign at Third Eye Comics on Saturday, January 26, 2013 from 11:00am until 1:00pm.
About THE ANSWER!
Devin McKenzie is an insomniac librarian with a knack for solving puzzles. The Answer! is a masked crime fighter with a giant exclamation point on his face. Aside from a penchant for late nights, they share nothing in common . . . until both become embroiled in a deadly mystery surrounding a sinister motivational speaker!
Third Eye Comics
2027-A West Street, Annapolis, MD 21401
MD – Star Bright Signing
December 6, 2012 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, Maryland, Signing and Appearance Profiles
Jonathan Luna signs at Third Eye Comics on Saturday, January 5, 2013 from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm.
Press Release:
Folks, join us for our first signing of 2013, as we host Jonathan Luna, the critically-acclaimed co-creator of IMAGE hits THE SWORD, GIRLS, and ULTRA, for a very special in-store signing of his new book STARBRIGHT and THE LOOKING GLASS. This new graphic novel from Luna is an incredibly gorgeous modern fantasy that you won’t be able to put down. With his classic THE SWORD, Luna wowed the heck out of many of you over the last few years, and we’re really excited to be having him in as a guest at Third Eye! Get here early, because the first 15 in line will receive a VERY cool, very special gift limited to this event! Make sure to get your copy of STARBRIGHT & THE LOOKING GLASS early!
Third Eye Comics
2027-A West Street, Annapolis, MD 21401
MD – A Very Deadpool Christmas Party
November 28, 2012 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, Maryland, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Top Stories
Comedian Brian Posehn signs at Third Eye Comics on Saturday, December 22, 2012 from 11:00am until 1:00pm.
Press Release:
Folks, we are honored and totally stoked to have the one and only BRIAN POSEHN himself here at Third Eye on December 22nd for a huge signing of issues 1-3 of the new DEADPOOL ongoing series from MARVEL NOW, as well as his own creator-owned work LAST CHRISTMAS.
Many of you guys might already know Brian from his stand-up comedy, or his roles on shows like SARAH SILVERMAN SHOW and THAT METAL SHOW on VHI.
Brian is also a huge comics fan, and a very talented writer, so we’re pretty pumped to be helping kick off his DEADPOOL run for the MARVEL NOW line-up.
Third Eye Comics
2027-A West Street, Annapolis, MD 21401
Mouse Guard Creator Appears at Baltimore Comic-Con 2013
November 26, 2012 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, Convention News, Gaming, Maryland, Top Stories
Press Release:
The Baltimore Comic-Con is happy to announce the return of David Petersen for our 14th annual show, taking place September 7-8, 2013 at the Baltimore Convention Center.
Petersen, who is best known for his work on Mouse Guard, an ongoing collection of mini-series published by Archaia Studios, is a cartoonist children’s book illustrator who began his career in 2004 with the release of Voices – a self-published anthology from ComiXpress. Possessing a distinctive art style reminiscent of A.A. Milne (creator of Winnie the Pooh), Petersen has worked on such comics as The Dark Crystal, Snowy Valentine, and Muppets & Fairytales from Archaia, as well as the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Micro-Series from IDW. His artwork also graced the cover for the 2012 Baltimore Comic-Con program, as well as the show-exclusive t-shirt.
In 2008, David won the Eisners for Best Publication for Kids (Mouse Guard Fall 1152 & Winter 1152) and Best Graphic Album – Reprint (Mouse Guard Fall 1152 Hardcover). In 2010, he was nominated for a Harvey Award for Best Artist (Mouse Guard: Winter 1152).
“David is one of the most talented cartoonists working in comic today and we couldn’t be happier to have him returning to Baltimore again this year,” said Marc Nathan, show promoter of the Baltimore Comic-Con. “His beautifully rendered artwork truly brings a fine art element to the world of sequential storytelling and to Baltimore!”
Petersen joins already announced guests: Mark Buckingham (Fables); Frank Cho (Savage Wolverine); Dave Gibbons (The Secret Service); Adam Hughes (Before Watchmen: Dr. Manhattan); Barry Kitson (Empire); Paul Levitz (World’s Finest); Mike Mignola (Hellboy In Hell); George Perez (World’s Finest); Chris Samnee (Daredevil); Louise Simonson (X-Factor); Walt Simonson (The Mighty Thor); Allison Sohn (sketch card artist); and Mark Waid (Indestructible Hulk).
In the coming weeks, look for more announcements from the Baltimore Comic-Con. We are looking forward to highlighting our guests, the Harvey Awards, industry exclusives, and programming. The latest developments can always be found on our website, Twitter, and Facebook pages.
