NM – Hound of the Baskervilles Signing

Jamie Chase signs at Big Adventure Comics on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 from 4:00 – 7:00 pm!

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Press Release:

Jamie Chase’s long-awaited graphic novel adaptation of The Hound of the Baskervilles, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s best known Sherlock Holmes mystery, was released on February 13th by Dark Horse Comics. To celebrate, Jamie will be signing copies at Big Adventure Comics in Santa Fe this coming wednesday from 4-7 pm.

The greatest detective of all time investigates the seemingly supernatural in this version of Doyle’s classic novel. Writer Martin Powell and artist Jamie Chase blend modern comics, classic detective fiction, and the adventurous sensibilities of the pulp novel into a delectable Sherlock Holmes mystery that appeals to new readers and old fans alike.

Big Adventure Comics
801 Cerillos Road, Suite B, Santa Fe, NM
992-8783

Scene on the Web Weekly: January 14-20, 2013

The Walking Dead Escape returns to SDCC,The Hunger Games: Catching Fire gets a teaser poster, George Takei heads to Denver Comic Con, and more.

Scene on the Web Weekly: January 14-20, 2013

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NM – The Art of Narrative Exhibit

Guest curator Jimmy Palmiotti and special guest Amanda Conner open an exhibition of comic art at Stranger Factory on Friday January 4th from 6:00 – 9:00 pm.

Press Release:

Calling all comic book nerds, Stranger Factory is kicking off 2013 with a bif! whap! pow! and BANG with The Art of Narrative, a comic arts exhibition curated by industry giant Jimmy Palmiotti (Deadpool, Ghost Rider, Jonah Hex, Punisher, Painkiller Jane). Showcasing narrative-based art and illustration from an amazing group of critically-acclaimed comic book and fine artists, The Art of Narrative celebrates a cross-section of artists and illustrators in the industry who are not only masters of storytelling, but elevate comic art beyond its commercial graphics roots and into a higher form of artistry.

The exhibition will present original works by Gilbert Hernandez (Love and Rockets), Amanda Conner (Power Girl), Geoff Darrow (Shaolin Cowboy), Dave Taylor (Judge Dredd), Bill Ward (Torchy), Mike Mignola (Hellboy), Cliff Chiang (Wonder Woman), Brad Walker (Guardians of the Galaxy), John Buscema (Conan The Barbarian), Klaus Janson (Batman), Sanjulian (Devlin’s Luck), Raffa Garres (Wolverine), J.G. Jones (Wanted), Chris Sprouse (Tom Strong) and Eduardo Risso (100 Bullets), among others.

The Art of Narrative opens Friday, Jan. 4th with a reception from 6pm to 9pm. Jimmy Palmiotti and his partner in crime, Amanda Conner, will be in attendance.And it doesn’t stop there: in conjunction with this exhibit, Stranger Factory will host a special 2-hour writing workshop with Jimmy Palmiotti on Sunday, Jan. 6th. The workshop will discuss creating your own characters and intellectual property and how to sell it beyond the printed page. With Palmiotti’s wide range of experience in writing and creating for comics, video games, television and films, attendees will have a chance to gain first-hand industry knowledge to help with their own careers. Palmiotti has worked with a number of the top publishers and intellectual property holders in the world, and during this workshop will offer artists valuable information and coaching on creating, protecting, and monetizing their work.

Tickets are $50 per person, and space is very limited. To reserve your tickets, please contact the gallery at strangerfactorysales@gmail.com or (505) 508-3049 as soon as possible!

Stranger Factory
109 Carlisle Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
505-508-3049

Roswell Comic-Con and Film Fest Taking Place This June 2012 Weekend

Press Release:

Roswell, New Mexico, To Be Overrun by Aliens And Monsters, June 22-24

Roswell Comic-Con and Film Fest is set to take place the weekend of June 22-24 at the Roswell Convention and Civic Center. The event is scheduled from 4-11 p.m., Friday, June 22, 2012, 10 a.m. Saturday, June 23, 2012 -1 a.m. Sunday morning, June 24, 2012 and 10 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. Sunday, June 24, 2012. The event is a featured business on Hutton Broadcasting radio stations. Hutton Broadcasting is the parent company of SantaFe.com.

Santa Fe, NM – June 16, 2012

The city of Roswell and ENMU, in conjunction with classic horror and sci-fi magazine, Famous Monsters of Filmland, teaming up to present the Roswell Comic-con & Film Fest. The event is taking place June 22-23 & 24 2012 at the Roswell Convention and Civic Center and several other venues in Roswell. The event will feature celebrities from such hit shows as Meteorite Men and the Power Rangers, Ryan Penagos from Marvel Comics®, and numerous others still to be announced. The convention will feature over 100 vendors from across the country, giveaways, VIP parties, movies under the stars, a masquerade ball, and a film festival featuring the best in Sci-Fi and a fantasy cinema from the best up-and-coming filmmakers. The event is a featured business on Hutton Broadcasting radio stations. Hutton Broadcasting is the parent company of SantaFe.com.

Event Schedule: 
Friday:
4 p.m. – 9 p.m. Friday, June 22, 2012 – Famous Monsters Masquerade Ball

•     Zoo Fundraiser Raffle
•     Food and Music
•     Vendors and More

Dark to 11 p.m. – Movie Under the Stars

 

Saturday: 
10 – 11:45 a.m., Saturday, June 23, 2012 – Panels and Presentations
12 p.m. – Lunch Break
1 – 5:45 p.m. – Panels and Presentations
8 – 10 p.m. – R.I.S.F. Gala & Awards Ceremony
10:30 p.m. – 1 a.m. – V.I.P. Party

Sunday: 
10 – 11:45 – Panels and Presentations
12 p.m. – Lunch Break
1 – 4:45 p.m. – Panels and Presentations

Event Locations: 
Spring River Park and Zoo
1306 E. College Blvd
Roswell, NM
575-624-6760

Roswell Conference & Civic Center – Panel Room # 1
912 N. Main St.
Roswell, NM

Roswell Museum and Art Center – Panel Room # 2
400 N. Pennsylvania Avenue
Roswell, NM

McDonald’s
720 N. Main Street
Roswell, NM
(It looks like a flying saucer)

Roswell Museum and Art Center – Planetarium
400 N. Pennsylvania Avenue
Roswell, NM

Tickets: http://www.captainco.com/roswell/risf-weather-balloon-day-pass.html

About SantaFe.com: 
SantaFe.com provides locals and visitors to Santa Fe alike the most current interactive platform for events, music, arts, business, dining and lifestyle. SantaFe.com is a division of Hutton Broadcasting, located at 2502 C. Camino Entrada, Santa Fe, NM 87507

NM – Free Comic Book Day 2012

Aaron Campbell, Matt Frank, and S. Steven Struble sign on Saturday May 5, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. for Free Comic Book Day!

Astro-Zombies
3100 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM  87106
505-232-7800

Scene on Video: Ivan Weiner Previews the 2012 Albuquerque Comic Con

Via KASA:

Ivan Weiner, President of Reel Solutions and Concierge to the Stars, joins Nikki to talk about the 2012 Albuquerque Comic Con, which will be held at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino from January 13th-15th. He talks about what can be expected at the star studded event and the role he plays in making stars feel at home in New Mexico.

2012 Albuquerque Comic Con: kasa.com

Albuquerque Comic Expo (June 2012)

Event Details:

• Category: Comic Book Convention
• Location: New Mexico
• Date: Friday, June 8th 2012 - Sunday, June 10th 2012
• City: Comic Book Convention in Albuquerque
• Event: Albuquerque Comic Expo
• Address: Albuquerque Convention Center
• Country: US
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Convention Name
	Albuquerque Comic Expo
Convention Website Address
	http://www.abqcomicexpo.com
This convention will take place:
	over multiple days.
Start Date
	06/08/2012
End Date
	06/10/2012
About This Convention
	The Albuquerque Comic Expo is the southwest’s premier comic book, pop culture, and entertainment convention! Taking place June 8th-10th 2012, ACE will feature the very best in comic books, movie, television, gaming, and more! Kevin Smith and Jason Mewes headline the show with a live performance of Jay and Silent Bob Get Old! We have several guests returning from our awesome inaugural 2011 show, as well as a bunch of new comic book professionals and celebrities!
Venue Name and Address
	Albuquerque Convention Center 401 2nd Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87102 United States Map It
Number of Dealer/Exhibitor Tables
	220
Projected Attendance
	10000
Please select the Category that best describes the convention
	Comic Books
Additional Categories
	Anime Gaming Science Fiction and Fantasy
Guests
	Kevin Smith, Jason Mewes, Andy Kuhn, Ben Templesmith, Stan Lee, Arthur Suydam, James O’Barr, Joe Jusko, Michael Golden, Steve Scott, Rodney Ramos

NM – Game of Thrones Lecture

Author George R.R. Martin appears at a fundraiser for ABC Libraries with a lecture and book signing at the historic KiMo Theatre on September 3rd

Press Release:

On September 3rd, legendary sci-fi and fantasy author, George R. R. Martin will draw crowds for a book talk and signing at the historic KiMo Theatre

General admission to the book talk and signing at 7:30 p.m. is $20. VIP admission, beginning at 6:30 p.m., includes a reception, book signing, light refreshments and reserved seating at a cost of $120. Tickets can be purchased at www.KimoTickets.com.

Declared by Time Magazine as “One of the Most Influential People of 2011,” George R. R. Martin is an author and screenwriter of science fiction, fantasy and horror. His bestselling novel series, A Song of Ice and Fire, has been made into the Emmy® Award-nominated series,  Game of Thrones. Additionally, Martin has won over 30 awards for his works in print and on the screen.

“Mr. Martin has been very generous to the libraries, and most of the price of the ticket will be going to fund new library programs.   So, not only will the audience get to hear a great author, they’ll also be funding more events like this in Albuquerque” says Katherine Yuhas, Board Director of The Friends for the Public Library.

As a fundraiser for The Friends of the Public Library, proceeds from this special event benefit Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Libraries, enabling the continuation of outstanding free library services and programs for the Albuquerque community.

ABC Libraries is part of the Cultural Services Department, City of Albuquerque, Richard J. Berry, Mayor. ABC Libraries consists of 17 locations serving a diverse population with a variety of programs, events and services. In 2010, the library welcomed more than 2.8 million patrons and managed the circulation of more than 4.9 million materials.

For more information on all of the library events and services, call 311 or visit www.cabq.gov/library. TTY Users call 711.

NM – Hollywood Babble On

Ralph Garman and Kevin Smith babble on at the Allen Theatre on Wednesday August 24, 2011 at 7:30pm!

Ralph’s the guy you never listen to on morning radio. Kevin’s the guy who makes movies you never go see. And yet every week, they have the balls to make fun of their TinselTown betters. Their show may be the funniest thing you see at CityWalk… unless you spot Kev steering with his knees because he’s eating two Cinnabons while pulling out of the valet parking lot.

Get tickets here ($35)

Allen Theatre – Cineport 10
700 S. Telshor Street, Las Cruces, NM 88011

Green Lantern Effects Secrets Exposed at Albuquerque Comic Expo 2011

Want to learn more about how the Green Lantern movie was made? The Albuquerque Comic Expo will feature an exclusive Green Lantern production panel Friday night, beginning at 6:30 PM. Sony/Imageworks will present a Q&A with digital effects artists that worked on the film as well as show a never before seen making of reel.

To whet your appetite, here is a behind-the-scenes featurette.

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