IL – Wasteland Signing
September 14, 2016 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, Horror, Illinois, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Video Games
Antony Johnston appears at Challengers Comics from 1:00pm to 3:00pm on Saturday October 1st to sign any of his work and to talk comics, video games and music. And as a special bonus, Antony’s frequent collaborator Christopher Mitten will also be signing with him.
Antony Johnston is an award-winning, New York Times bestselling author of graphic novels, video games, and books. His graphic novel THE COLDEST CITY is being adapted into a film starring Charlize Theron. His epic series WASTELAND is one of only a handful of such longform comic stories in the medium. His first video game, DEAD SPACE, redefined the survival horror genre.
Antony has written more than thirty graphic novels and comic series, including THE FUSE, DAREDEVIL, UMBRAL, CODENAME BABOUSHKA, JULIUS, THE LONG HAUL, WOLVERINE PRODIGAL SON, the ALEX RIDER graphic novels, the DEAD SPACE transmedia comics, and the adaptation of Alan Moore’s ‘lost screenplay’ FASHION BEAST.
Challengers Comics
1845 N. Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 278-0155
NYC – Batman Day 2016 Signing
September 12, 2016 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, New York, Signing and Appearance Profiles
Artist Klaus Janson (Dark Knight Returns, Daredevil) signs at JHU Comic Books on Saturday September 17, 2016 from 2:00 till 4:00 PM!
With some Batman freebies to get, a 25% off of all Batman items sale and Klaus signing, this will be the best Batman Day, ever!
With an amazing body of work, Kalus Janson is one of the most revered and beloved Batman artists around! Having worked on such great and classic books like, The Dark Knight Returns, Detective Comics, Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight, Daredevil and so many more fantastic books, we are delighted and honor to have him sign with us to celebrate Batman Day!
*Purchase of a Batman item required to participate in signing event. Up to 5 items to be signed by Klaus at a time, per person.
**Must be a member of the free JHU Comic Books membership program to participate in sale. Valid on in stock items only. Discount can not be applied to consignment items. Some restrictions may apply.
JHU Comic Books MANHATTAN
32 East 32nd Street, New York, NY 10016
(212) 268-7088
Splash Page Comic Art Brings Artists to NYCC 2016
September 7, 2016 by Colin Solan
Filed under Convention News, New York, New York Comic Con
Press Release:
Splash Page Comic Art will be setup in ARTIST ALLEY this year for New York Comic Con 2016 with the following artists: Roland Boschi, Max Fiumara, Paolo Rivera, Goran Sudzuka, and Dalibor Talajic.
Roland Boschi has worked on Ghost Rider with Jason Aaron, Wolverine MAX, Punisher including Frankencastle, Magneto, and X-Men titles. He has also done work on Secret Wars, Hail Hydra, and Winter Soldier: The Bitter March.
Max Fiumara has worked on several titles including Amazing Spider-Man, Namor, and Hulk Smash Avengers, along with Four Eyes, his creator-owned series through Image with writer Joe Kelly, and worked on a long run of Abe Sapien for Dark Horse.
Paolo Rivera became a household name with Marvel on their Mythos series as well as Amazing Spider-Man. Paolo transitioned primarily to pencil and ink work on covers and pencils on interiors with his father Joe doing inks, on his Daredevil run. He also worked for Valiant and most recently on Hellboy and the B.P.R.D. 1953.
Goran Sudzuka broke through with Outlaw Nation, and went on to do Hellblazer projects, Y the Last Man, Ghosted, Wolverine, Thors, and most recently Daredevil.
Dalabor Talajic has worked on a number of Marvel titles including several Deadpool projects including Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe, Dexter, Hit Monkey, and recently Red Wolf.
We have opened pre-signup lists on a first come first serve basis for Roland, Max, Goran, and Dalibor and the pieces must be picked up at NYCC. Artist Alley Table locations will be posted closer to the show date.
While Lee Bermejo will not have his own table, he’ll be at the show for a limited time so he’s taking TWO pre-order convention sketches.
The details for all of these opportunities can be seen here at the link…
I will be bringing a limited amount of art with me, primarily for artists that will be with me at the show. If you want to purchase something and have us bring it to NYCC for pickup, we’d be happy to do so!
KS – TMNT Co-Creator Signings
August 22, 2016 by Colin Solan
Filed under Animation, Collectibles, Comic Books, Kansas, Movies, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Television, Video Games, Webcomics
Kevin Eastman, the legendary co-creator of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, comes to Lawrence for a day filled with fun activities for the whole family on Saturday August 27, 2016!
It all kicks off at 10:00am at the Lawrence Public Library for a FREE, kids only workshop. He’ll talk about how to create your own comic, finding inspiration, character creation and tips on how to draw in your own style. Kids are welcome to come in costume and bring their own drawing pads.
Later he will be at Boom Comics celebrating their one year anniversary. Starting at 2:30 Kevin will be signing autographs and memorabilia. Tickets for this event are $30 and include three signatures per person. Tickets are limited, and will go on sale August 15th at Boom.
Also appearing at Boom are comic creators Ande Parks, Jai Nitz, Chris Grine, Greg Smallwood, Kyle Strahm, and Buster Moody!
BOOM Comics
2429 Iowa Street, Lawrence, Kansas 66046
(785) 856-2709
Lawrence Public Library
707 Vermont St, Lawrence, KS 66044
(785)843-3833
Boston Comic Con Returns This Weekend
August 10, 2016 by Colin Solan
Filed under Animation, Anime, Comic Books, Comic Strips, Convention News, Cosplay, Massachusetts, Movies, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Television, Video Games, Webcomics
Press Release:
Boston Comic Con kicks off the three-day comic book convention on Friday, August 12 to Sunday August 14!
Boston Comic Con Celebrity Guest list includes William Shatner, the original Captain James T. Kirk, whose appearance, along with Vic Mignogna, marks the celebration of Star Trek’s 50th anniversary. Also appearing are leading stars from top current TV shows including John Barrowman, Caity Lotz, Ciara Renee, Danielle Panabaker and Robbie Amell from CW’s Arrow, Legends of Tomorrow and The Flash, Ben Mckenzie from Gotham, Elizabeth Henstridge from Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Gillian Anderson from the X-Files and featuring special appearances from Doctor Who companions Jenna Coleman and Karen Gillan.
Frank Miller, the most celebrated creators in comic book history, headlines a stellar line-up of over 90 world class comic book artists and writers, including notable appearances by Sam Kieth and John Cassaday. Kieth is best known for his creator-owned titles The Maxx and Zero Girl and as co-creator of The Sandman. Cassady is a fan favorite artist with acclaimed runs on Planetary, Captain America, Astonishing X-Men and Marvel’s new Star Wars series. They join other famed artists such as Arthur Adams, Mike and Laura Allred, Greg Capullo, Amanda Conner, Terry Dodson, Phil Jimenez, Erik Larsen, Jae Lee, David Lloyd, Jimmy Palmiotti, Scott Snyder, Mark Waid, Marv Wolfman, Bernie Wrightson and many more.
On Friday, August 12, it’s Family Day where kids age 10 and under will receive free admission to the show featuring a variety of family friendly activities.
On Saturday, August 13, Mayor Marty Walsh will greet William Shatner and deliver a proclamation to the Star Trek legend. This will take place at 9:45 AM in the Harborview Ballroom at the Seaport World Trade Center. Also participating are Nick Kanieff and Jim Talbot, co-founders of Boston Comic Con.
On Sunday, August 14, the convention continues and includes one of the most anticipated events of the weekend, the annual Costume Contest on Sunday, August 14 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the Plaza Ballroom.
WHERE: Seaport World Trade Center
200 Seaport Boulevard
Boston, MA
WHEN: Friday, August 12: 12:00PM – 8:00PM
Saturday, August 13: 10:00AM – 7:00PM
Sunday, August 14: 10:00AM – 6:00PM
Tickets and information available at the link: www.bostoncomiccon.com
NY – Kingsway West Signing
July 27, 2016 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, New York, Signing and Appearance Profiles
Writer Greg Pak and artist Sean Chen sign at Grasshopper’s Comics on Saturday July 30th from noon till 1:00 PM!
Grasshopper’s Comics
76 Hillside Ave., Williston Park, NY 11596
(516) 741-5724
NC – ROM Signing Tour
July 24, 2016 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, North Carolina, Other, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Television
Writer Christos N. Gage (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Netflix’s Daredevil) tours several stores to sign the NC Comicon variant cover featuring art by Tommy Lee Edwards!
Saturday July 30th 10am-12pm
Ultimate Comics Cary
1301 Buck Jones Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606
(919) 377-8778
Saturday July 30th 1:30pm-3:30pm RSVP on Facebook!
Chapel Hill Comics
316 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
919-967-4439
Saturday July 30th 5pm-6pm
Ultimate Comics
6120-A Farrington Road, Durham, NC 27517
919-960-8107
Sunday July 31st 11am-1pm RSVP on Facebook!
Arkham Comix
3010 Sunset Ave, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
(252) 316-8046
Sunday July 31st 11am-1pm RSVP on Facebook!
Fight or Flight Comics
6675 Falls of Neuse Rd, Ste 015, Raleigh, NC 27615
(984) 242-0039
NJ – Yoga Hosers Premiere
July 7, 2016 by Colin Solan
Filed under Animation, Horror, Movies, New Jersey, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Television, Video Games
Writer/Director Kevin Smith (Clerks, Mallrats) premieres his latest movie YOGA HOSERS at the Count Basie Theatre on Tuesday, August 2 at 7:30 PM and celebrates his 47th birthday!
Tickets available at the link…
Count Basie Theatre
99 Monmouth St, Red Bank, New Jersey 07701
(732) 842-9000
WA – An Evening with Kevin Smith
July 6, 2016 by Colin Solan
Filed under Animation, Comic Books, Movies, Other, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Television, Video Games, Washington
Press Release:
Parlor Live is pleased to welcome Kevin Smith for two shows on Saturday, July 16 at 7:30 PM and at 10:00 PM!
Writer, comedian, podcaster, and film director, KEVIN SMITH has written and directed numerous films, including Clerks, Mallrats, Chasing Amy, Dogma, Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back, Red State, Tusk, and his latest Yoga Hosers; Creator of AMC’s Comic Book Men; authored Silent Bob Speaks, Shootin’ the Sh*t with Kevin Smith, My Boring-Ass Life and most recently Tough Sh*t: Life Advice from a Fat,Lazy Slob Who Did Good. He can be heard daily at Smodcast.com, a vast network of podcasts. An Evening with Kevin Smith is a chance to get up close and personal with the man who brought the world these films.
Parlor Live is a 21+ Facility. Two item minimum purchase. Tickets available at the link!
Parlor Live
700 Bellevue Way NE, Ste 300, Bellevue, WA 98004
(206) 602-1441
NC – Yoga Hosers Screening
July 1, 2016 by Colin Solan
Filed under Animation, Comic Books, Horror, Movies, North Carolina, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Television, Video Games
Writer/Director Kevin Smith (Clerks, Mallrats) appears at The Carolina Theatre of Durham on Friday, July 8, 2016 at 8:00 PM for a screening of his latest film YOGA HOSERS!
Press Release:
In this pre-release screening of Kevin Smith’s Yoga Hosers, 15 year old-yoga-nuts Colleen Collette and Colleen McKenzie love their smartphones and hate their after school job at Manitoban convenience store Eh-2-Zed. But when an ancient evil rises from beneath Canada’s crust and threatens their big invitation to a Grade 12 party, the Colleens join forces with the legendary man-hunter from Montreal named Guy Lapointe to fight for their lives with all seven Chakras, one Warrior Pose at a time. Johnny Depp, Depp the younger and Smith the younger are returning in the roles they created for TUSK.
After the movie is your chance to talk to/yell at director Kevin Smith LIVE in person!
Exclusive Kevin Smith meet & greet packages are available, for details please click here…
**Kevin Smith’s ‘Yoga Hosers’ is rated PG-13. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. Parents are urged to be cautious. Some material may be inappropriate for pre-teenagers.
The Carolina Theatre of Durham
309 W Morgan Street, Durham, NC 27701
(919) 560-3030
