Baltimore Comic-Con 2016 Announces Panel Programming
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - August 22, 2016 - The 17th annual Baltimore Comic-Con returns to the Baltimore Convention Center the weekend of September 2-4, 2016. Tickets are
available now for General Admission, VIP, and Harvey Awards! As is the
case every year, we have received a steady stream of requests for our
Panel schedule -- details are now ready for release, and we're really
excited to share them with you!
|
Friday will feature a panel on our 2016 Baltimore Comic-Con Yearbook featuring the cast of Archie Comics, a spotlight on J.M. DeMatteis, and numerous panels featuring some of the industry's largest publishers including DC, IDW, and Valiant Entertainment!
Saturday, publisher panels include Marvel, BOOM! Studios, and Archie, spotlight panels on Joe Giella, Al Jaffee, John McCrea, Guest of Honor Kevin Eastman, and media guests Candice Patton, Kristian Nairn, and Sean Astin, and a drawing demonstration from Adam Hughes.
Sunday, learn about the connection between music and comics, world building, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, and attend spotlights on Steve Englehart, Howard Chaykin, Soman Chainani, and media guest Hayley Atwell!
We
also continue our series of cosplay-oriented panels throughout the
weekend, featuring topics of interest to both participants and
spectators alike.
And, of course, don't let your children miss the excitement scheduled for the Kids Love Comics Pavilion!
|
Friday
(Please note, all times and panels shown are subject to change.)
Room 339-342
2:30-3:30 - Valiant 101: New Fans Start Here!
You've
seen the reviews, you've heard the buzz... Now find out why Valiant
Entertainment has taken fans and critics by storm as the most acclaimed
comic book publisher! Join us here for a one-of-a-kind introduction to
the largest and most acclaimed independent superhero universe in comics!
From X-O Manowar and Faith to Bloodshot Reborn and Divinity,
get the stories behind Valiant's biggest heroes and find out where to
jump on board right here with an in-depth tutorial that's perfect for
new fans!
3:45-4:45 - DC Comics: Rebirth
Moderator: Dan DiDio
Talent: Keith Giffen, Tom King, Hope Larson, Paul Levitz, Yanick Paquette, James Tynion IV
DC Comics is the talk of fandom, thanks to Rebirth,
Hanna Barbera, and overall, great storytelling! Find out what's new and
upcoming from some of your favorite key DC Comics contributors whose
unique voices add to the DC Comics experience!
5:00-6:00 - IDW Publishing: The Big Panel!
Come experience the latest from IDW! Join VP of Marketing Dirk Wood, along with the legendary Walter Simonson and other surprise guests as they detail current plans, awesome futuristic plans, and much more. Prizes, announcements, and Q & A! More than that too, but what else do you need?
|
Room 343-344
2:30-3:30 - J.M. DeMatteis Spotlight
Award-winning
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. He is currently working with long-time collaborator, Keith Giffen on DC's Scooby Apocalypse, as well as The Adventures of the Augusta Wind Vol. 2: The Last Story and The Last One from IDW Publishing. Join DeMatteis, along with moderator Robert Greenberger, for a look back at his amazing career!
3:45-4:45 - Power Pack Panel
The Power children - Alex, Julie, Jack, and Katie -have an encounter with a spaceship and become the super team, Power Pack! Power Pack
was a surprise hit for Marvel in the 1980s and the characters remain
popular today. Join creators Louise Simonson and June Brigman for a fond
look back at the early days of Power Pack!
5:00-6:30 - Drawing with Allison Sohn
Join
Allison Sohn as she takes a penciled drawing all the way through to a
finished color portrait using Copic Markers and other tools. Attendees
are encouraged to ask questions while Allison works, and have some fun
while picking up some pointers and new tricks!
|
Room 345-346
2:30-3:30 - Cosplay 101
Who
should you cosplay? How do you put a costume together? What about
props? What should you know your first time out on the con floor as a
cosplayer? Come learn from cosplay veterans about how to get started,
how to put your costume together, and some great tips for strutting your
stuff.
3:45-4:45 - Ray VS. Rob Presents: Crucial Crisis Comics!
Ray and Rob are back and CRAZIER than ever! They will fight...we mean debate
comics and movies 2016, and they will be introducing CRUCIAL CRISIS
COMICS! The upstart independent comic company! What are they about? What
do they offer? Find out with Ray VS. Rob!
5:00-6:00 - Sewing Patterns
Ever
have trouble finding a pattern for a costume you're making? Do you
break out into a cold sweat when you pull pattern pieces out of an
envelope? Does the idea of modifying a pattern overwhelm you? Put a stop
to the fear--Han is here to teach you about sewing patterns, how to
read and use them, and tips and tricks for modifying your patterns.
|
Room 347-348
2:30-3:30 - Making Comics: Behind the Scenes
Ever
wonder how your favorite monthly comics are made? It's a team effort
with plenty of challenges. Learn what everyone does and why, from editor
to writer, penciller, inker, and colorist. A panel of pros will walk
you through how a book is made, what the challenges are, and where the
magic happens. Panelists include: writer Amy Chu (DC Comics/Vertigo),
artist Dominike Stanton, inker Mark Morales (Spider-Man, Thor), and writer/editor Louise Simonson.
3:45-4:45 - The Archie Comics: Baltimore Comic-Con Yearbook Panel!
Artists
from across the industry have come together to put their spin on the
Archie characters for this year's Baltimore Comic-Con Yearbook! Learn
about how Archie and the gang have impacted their lives and why
everyone's favorite teens are flexible enough to be drawn in any style!
Join designer Thom Zahler and artists Andrew Pepoy, Brandon Peterson,
Steve Conley, Barry Kitson, and Archie Comics President Mike Pellerito
for this Archie art showcase panel!
5:00-6:00 - The Pulp Roots of Comics
Before
Bruce Wayne saw his first bat, millionaire playboys, scientists,
detectives, and athletes fought against the forces of evil in the dime
pulp magazines. Reading these inspired the first generation of comic
book creators, so join Howard Chaykin, Paul Levitz, and Ron Marz in a
lively discussion of what made them tick and why those heroes endure
today. Moderated by Robert Greenberger.
|
Kids Love Comics Pavilion Workshop Area
4:00-5:00 - Drawing Cartoon Werewolves with Chris Flick
Vampires
seem to be the "cool" monsters these days. Werewolves never get any
love. But Chris Flick will show you step-by-step how to create a
lovable, cute cartoon werewolf using suggestions from the crowd!
5:00-6:00 - Cosplay Crafts with Gina Super Sox
Gina
makes clothing for superheroes to wear! Okay, they are everyday folks
dressed as superheroes, but she makes them look super. The seamstress of
Super Sox Shop will discuss making clothing and fabric crafts. She'll
also help you design your own felt superhero symbol to take home and
attach to a shirt or cape.
|
Saturday
(Please note, all times and panels shown are subject to change.)
Room 339-342
11:00-12:00 - Archie Comics: 75 Years of Storytelling
Celebrate
the 75th Aanniversary of Archie and the gang in this must-see panel
featuring writers and artists from your favorite Archie Comics! Join
Archie Comics President Mike Pellerito, Archie writer Mark Waid, Betty & Veronica writer/artist Adam Hughes, and Afterlife With Archie artist Francesco Francavilla for a look back on what has made Archie great for 75 years and a look ahead at what's coming next!
12:15-1:15 - Tom King and Jamie S. Rich in Conversation
The Sheriff of Babylon
is the amazing tale of mystery and intrigue set in Baghdad in 2003.
Drawing on his personal experiences, writer Tom King spins an engrossing
tale. King sits down with Vertigo Group Editor Jamie S. Rich to discuss
the series, making comics, and their respective careers.
1:30-2:30 - Kevin Eastman Spotlight
Kevin Eastman is the co-creator of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,
a publisher, a supporter of creator rights, and so much more. Join our
Guest of Honor for a revealing look at his amazing career!
2:45-3:45 - Al Jaffee Spotlight
For decades, Al Jaffee got readers to crease the back cover of Mad Magazine to find the secret behind his Mad Fold-Ins, gave readers "Snappy Answers to Stupid Questions", is the subject of the biography Al Jaffee's Mad Life,
and that's just the tip of the iceberg. Learn more about the man and
his work as we turn the spotlight on the Reuben Award-winning
cartoonist!
4:00-5:00 - The Marvel Panel
Civil
War II has ended and it's a new era of Marvel NOW! What's next for some
of your favorite Marvel characters and team? Join Greg Pak, Charles
Soule, Ed McGuinness, and Mark Waid for an exciting look at the Marvel
Universe!
5:15-6:45 - Monetize YOUR Comics - LINE WEBTOON Discover
Making comics and you can too!
LINE Webtoon's Tom Akel will walk you through how to publish and
monetize your own IP on the Discover platform and Patreon's Heather
Wilder will provide details on a new partnership between LINE Webtoon
and Patreon and how creators can take advantage of a new Webtoon creator
investment program. Hear from creators who have published their work
through Discover while building huge audiences, including Kaitlyn
Narvaza (Siren's Lament, Where Tangents Meet), Boredman (Apocalyptic Horseplay/UndeadEd) and Dean Haspiel (The Red Hook).
|
Room 343-344
11:00-12:00 - Drawing Dinosaurs
Dinosaurs remain fascinating in popular culture from films (King Kong, Jurassic Park) to novels (The Lost World, Jurassic Park) to comics (Xenozoic Tales, Devil Dinosaur).
Join artists Mark Schultz, Eric Powell, Walter Simonson, and Frank Cho
as they discuss bringing these prehistoric beasts to life on the page!
Moderated by Robert Greenberger.
12:15-1:15 - The Process of Writing
One
of the big questions asked of writers is "how do you do it?" That's
difficult to answer because there are many ways to write. Join writers
J.M. DeMatteis, Paul Storrie, Amy Chu, Mark Waid, and Hope Larson as
they discuss how they write. Moderated by Robert Greenberger.
1:30-2:30 - Valiant: The Future of Valiant and Beyond
With
a record-setting 50 Harvey Award nominations, Valiant Entertainment is
the most acclaimed publisher anywhere in comics today. Now, find out
what's next for powerhouse series like Faith, Generation Zero, Britannia, Blodshoot U.S.A., Harbinger Renegades, Savage, and Divinity III: Stalinverse right here with an all-star cast of panelists including Fred Van Lente (Generation Zero) and B. Clay Moore (Savage)! The future of Valiant starts here with an exclusive round of news and announcements - only at Baltimore Comic-Con!
2:45-3:45 - BOOM! Studios: Discover New Worlds
Love
reading compelling, forward-thinking comics? Interested in finding out
how multiple-award-winning top 10 publisher, BOOM! Studios, has spent
over a decade committed to telling great stories and nurturing talent?
Moderator Filip Sablik (BOOM! President of Publishing & Marketing) discusses with creators Hope Larson (Goldie Vance), Phillip Kennedy Johnson (Warlords of Appalachia), David Petersen (Mouse Guard), James Asmus (Kong of Skull Island), and Frank Cho (Skybourne) how they explore the ever-changing comics landscape, their newest stories, and the types of projects needed in the industry.
4:00-5:00 - John McCrea Spotlight
You know John McCrea from his work on The Demon, Hitman, Mars Attacks!,
and much more. This is his only convention appearance in the U.S. this
year, so don't miss this opportunity to hear this fantastic artist talk
about art and comics!
5:15-6:15 - Draw with Adam Hughes
Join
Adam Hughes while his wife Allison Sohn helps narrate his process of
going from a blank sheet of paper to a completed grayscale sketch using
Warm and Cool Gray Copic markers and other tools. Adam and Allison will
endeavor to answer your questions and share tips and tricks while Adam
draws.
|
Room 345-346
11:00-12:00 - Cosplay on a Budget
You
know you want to cosplay, but how can you do it without draining your
wallet? Come check out some simple and creative tips and tricks for
maintaining a budget while making epic cosplay.
12:15-1:15 - Building Foam Armor
Join
us as we discuss how to use EVA and craft foam to enhance your costume
fabrication! This lightweight and inexpensive material is a perfect
resource for the beginning cosplayer. In this introductory level panel,
learn the steps to creating your own cosplay armor as we discuss
patterns, sealing, and strapping.
1:30-2:30 - DIY Cosplay
As
cosplay has grown, many have seen very elaborate cosplay that may cost
hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars. Many do not realize however
that sometimes, many of the tools and props needed to cosplay we either
have right at home or can be made on our own. In this panel, we will
talk about how some cosplays that we want to make may be right under our
nose. Hosted by Harry Crosland.
2:45-3:45 - Visionary Panel: Super-Powers Gone Wild!!
Visionary
announces its first Kickstarter MEGA Project - a huge anthology
collection of stories of super-powers gone wild, by a dream list of top
creators! What happens when a superhuman plague sweeps the planet,
thousands of people gaining powers but those powers are out of control?
Is it the dawn of a Golden Age, or the final day of life as we know it?
Get an epic comics event in one volume! Join a select group of these top
creators for the first glimpse of this event and get in on the
adventure!
EXCLUSIVE:
Attend and get an exclusive chance to be involved in this project in a
way no one else will! Can you help shape a world?
Confirmed: C. Edward Sellner, Gary Cohn, Ron Marz, Steve Ellis, Lee Moder
4:00-5:00 - Changing Roles of Editors
Editing
is one of the least understood aspects of comics. Now's your
opportunity to learn more as well as how comic editing has changed over
the years! Join past and current editors Paul Levitz, Louise Simonson,
John Workman, Archie's Mike Pellerito, and BOOM!'s Dafna Pleban as they
look at the role of the editor.
5:15-6:15 - Darwyn Cooke Tribute
This
past year, comics lost one of its modern greats and the Baltimore
Comic-Con lost a friend. Join Frank Tieri, Billy Tucci, Dirk Wood, J.G.
Jones, and more for this tribute to Darwyn Cooke.
|
Room 347-348
11:00-12:00 - New Mutants Panel
You
couldn't go wrong with Marvel's Merry Mutants in the '80s and '90s, and
one of the most popular teams was the New Mutants! Join writer Louise
Simonson and artist Bret Blevins as they share stories of their time
together on the book!
12:15-1:15 - The PERHAPANAUTS
Todd Dezago and Craig Rousseau
John
and Cat Rousseau talk with famous chupacabra adventurer CHOOPIE about
his life as a member of the secret team, The Perhapanauts, and about
their recent journeys INTO HOLLOW EARTH!
1:30-2:30 - Joe Giella Spotlight
Joe Giella is one of the grand masters of comics and is known to his fans for his classic work on The Flash, Green Lantern, Batman, and more, including drawing the Mary Worth
comic strip! Don't pass up the opportunity to hear about Giella's life
and work from the man himself! Moderated by Robert Greenberger.
Sponsored by The Hero Initiative, booth 1501.
2:45-3:45 - The Fifth Beatle: Exclusive TV Pilot Reading
A reading of scenes from The Fifth Beatle TV
pilot script, adapted from the award-winning graphic novel based on the
life of Beatles manager Brian Epstein, and shooting in 2017. This will
be followed by a discussion of the process of adaptation, using the
selected readings to highlight and explore how the TV series will be
both similar and different to the hit graphic novel. Additionally,
exclusive new Kyle Baker art from the The Fifth Beatle: Expanded Edition graphic novel (Dark Horse / in stores Oct 25) will be revealed. Moderated by Patrick Reed.
4:00-5:00 - The Chaykin & Cho Show
Howard Chaykin (Midnight of the Soul, American Flagg!) and Frank Cho (Skybourne, Totally Awesome Hulk) sit down to talk about anything and everything! Join them for what is sure to be an amazing hour of outrageous conversation!
5:15-6:15 - Comics Creators Consuming Coffee: Baltimore Edition
Coffee
keeps creators running. Popular comics creators discuss their work was
they sample the world's strongest coffee while chatting about their
favorite foods and comics. With Amy Chu (writer Poison Ivy, KISS), Christy Blanch, Ron Marz, and Laura Martin.
|
Ballroom (4th Floor)
11:30 - Candice Patton Spotlight
Candice Patton can be seen as investigative reporter Iris West on The CW series The Flash! Don't miss this spotlight panel as we look at Ms. Patton's journey from The Young and The Restless to Central City!
12:30 - Kristian Nairn Spotlight
Kristian Nairn is best known for fan favorite Hodor on HBO's Game of Thrones, but he's also an accomplished DJ! Join Mr. Nairn for this look at his work in acting and music.
1:30 - Sean Astin Spotlight
Sean Astin is an actor well known for his work in the Lord of the Rings trilogy, Mikey Walsh in The Goonies, and the title character of Rudy. He also voices Raphael on Nickelodeon's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. And that's just scratching the surface of his remarkable career! We turn the spotlight on this accomplished actor.
3:00 - Costume Contest (Adults)
|
Kids Love Comics Pavilion Workshop Area
11:00-12:00 - Create Your Own Superhero Symbol with Carolyn Belefski
Every
hero needs a logo! Many superheroes have personal branding on their
outfits and My Little Pony characters even have cutie marks! Join artist
and designer Carolyn Belefski and learn how to incorporate graphic
design elements to create an icon and establish your own powerful visual
identity.
12:00-1:00 - Mark Mariano Presents Scribble Scramble!
Eight
artists chosen from the crowd compete in a series of quick-thinking
drawing quests for the ultimate prize: The Scribble Scramble
Championship belt. Your doodling destiny awaits.
1:00-2:00 - Illustrating The School for Good and Evil: the Ever Never Handbook with Michael Blank
Draw your favorite fairy tales! Meet Michael Blank, the illustrator of The School for Good and Evil: The Ever Never Handbook,
and learn how to draw a beloved character from Soman Chainani's series.
One lucky child artist who participates will win a copy of The Ever Never Handbook!
2:00-3:00 - A Cat Named Haiku Papermask Workshop with Mark Poulton
Create your own A Cat Named Haiku
papermask with series creator, Mark Poulton. Kids will be able to
create, color, and cut out their own papermasks of the lovable haiku
loving feline, who is soon to star in his own animated series of shorts
on Hooplakidz. A Cat Named Haiku masks will be provided for all kids, as well as crayons, markers, scissors, tape and popsiclesticks.
3:00-4:00 - Superhero University with Chris O>Matic and Franco (OPEN TO FIRST 50 KIDS)
You
won't be able to fly and it won't give you super powers, but you will
learn all the ins and outs of superheroics from the industry's top
professors. PLUS you'll have fun making your own cape and superhero
mask! Come to this workshop as a kid, leave as a superhero!
4:00-5:00 - Let's go Lego! With John Gallagher
Cartoonist, John Gallagher, teaches you how to draw Lego versions of your favorite characters.
5:00-6:00 - Alien Art with Dawn Griffin
The
Kids Love Comics Pavilion will be transformed into an alien factory
when cartoonist, Dawn Griffin, shows you easy ways to draw wacky aliens.
|
Sunday
(Please note, all times and panels shown are subject to change)
Room 339-342
10:45-11:45 - American Mythology Panel
American
Mythology is proud to have our first convention panel right here in our
home town of Baltimore! Join an incredible list of creators, including
Mark Wheatley, S.L. Gallant, Mike Wolfer, Matt Slay, Pat Shand, and
S.A. Check as they discuss all the awesome new comics coming up this
fall and winter! From The Pink Panther to Stargate Atantis to The Three Stooges,
the characters and creations we are publishing are made by fans for
fans! Come find out what our next classic properties and new original
comics will be right here at Baltimore Comic-Con!
12:00-1:00 - Fairy Tales And Fantasy: Spotlight On Soman Chainani
Calling
all fans of Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and other thrilling
fantasy! Can't get enough of Hogwarts or magic? Interested in the real
stories behind famous fairy tales? Join Soman as he delves into the
world of THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL series, a deep adventure into the
darker side of fairy tales for ALL ages. You'll also learn about student
life and find out whether you're Good or Evil with our special entrance
test. Giveaways and prizes included!
1:30-2:30 - AfterShock Panel
Come
meet the creative forces behind AfterShock Comics as they unveil new
secrets about their exciting new creator-owned publishing line!
2:45-3:45 - The Baltimore Academy of Illustration
The
Baltimore Academy of Illustration is a small, independent school that
focuses on all things illustration and kicks ass while doing it. Helmed
by Alex Fine, Scott Fuqua, and Greg Houston-- three working illustrators
with a combined 75 years in the profession-- and staffed by amazing new
faculty members, Erica Ostrowski, Julianna Brion, Taylor Callery,
Meredith Burke, and the amazing ladies of paperBase (Emily and Sarah),
BAI offers a comprehensive illustration education by focusing on images
that communicate-- whether individual or sequential-- and putting our
students first. Our faculty discusses the ins and outs of the
illustration industry. From editorial to comics and everything in
between.
|
Room 343-344
11:00-12:00 - Stranger Comics: How to Take an Idea from Concept to Comic Creation (Without Selling Your Soul)!
Stranger
Comics CEO Sebastian A. Jones offers insight on how to take an idea
from concept to creation. Using sneak peeks from upcoming comic release Vampire Hunter D, alongside acclaimed NIOBE: She is Life and TV show The Untamed, and firsthand experience, he will share tips and tools.
12:15-1:15 - Worlds to Build
Building
a new world for comic characters to inhabit takes skill and planning.
J.M. DeMatteis, Keith Giffen, Walter Simonson, and Fabian Nicieza along
with moderator Paul Levitz talk about the power of world building.
1:30-2:30 - Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: It's Morphin Time!
In January, BOOM! Studios launched Mighty Morphin Power Rangers,
a new comic book series based on Saban Brands' hit '90s live-action
children's TV series about a group of ordinary teenagers who "morphed"
into superheroes to save the world from evil. Join Moderator Filip Sablik (BOOM! President of Publishing & Marketing), cover artist Goñi Montes, and Editor Dafna Pleban as they talk about the series, the spinoff Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Pink, the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Annual, and the everlasting popularity of these "teenagers with attitude."
2:45-3:45 - Visionary Panel: The Weird West
Take a ride on the WEIRD side of the Old West, with this star-studded creator panel hosted by Visionary! From Deadlands to Jonah Hex to The Sixth Gun,
the weird west has been a place of Cowboys, Indians, Mad Scientists,
and supernatural creatures of the night! There's no place quite like the
open desert and isolated towns of the wild west to set dark tales of
gunfights and horror. Get the lowdown on great projects out, and more to
come from the creators behind them!
Confirmed: C. Edward Sellner, Ron Marz, Steve Ellis, Lee Moder
|
Room 345-346
11:00-12:00 - Black Mask Comics: Debuting Tomorrow's Legends
Fresh off a dazzling 2015 with breakout books Space Riders, We Can Never Go Home, and Young Terrorists,
Black Mask has made a name for itself as the hottest launchpad to debut
new talent and as the home for some of the coolest, most provocative
comics around. Join Black Mask co-founder Matt Pizzolo (Young Terrorists, Godkiller) and creators Kwanza Osajyefo (upcoming Black), Tini Howard (upcoming The Skeptics), Matthew Rosenberg (We Can Never Go Home, 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank), Magdalene Visaggio (Kim & Kim), Tyler Boss (4 Kids Walk Into A Bank),
and more special guests for a wide-ranging discussion of how new
creators and new ideas are changing comics and how YOU can be a part of
it.
12:15-1:15 - Howard Chaykin Spotlight
Howard Chaykin (The Shadow, Blackhawk, Dominic Fortune,
and lots more) and a microphone. That's the recipe for a great panel.
This is sure to be a fascinating panel as Chaykin talks about whatever
the heck he wants to!
1:30-2:30 - Steve Englehart Spotlight
He's written character defining runs of Detective Comics and Doctor Strange.
He created Star Lord and Mantis. He's written about Coyotes and
Foozles. The character's he's written read like a who's who of
superheroes. And he's also a novelist! Join us for this amazing look at
the career of Steve Englehart!
2:45-3:45 - Diversity in Comics
For
thousands of years, people of all races and backgrounds were depicted
in artwork, whether it's on cave walls, folding screens, maps, or
paintings. People wanting to see themselves reflected in their art and
comics are no exception and in this panel, we'll be speaking on why
showing the real world in comics, good, bad, and ugly, is so important.
Hosted by Belle Burr.
|
Room 347-348
11:00-12:00 - Media Comics
There
are many comics published that originated in other forms of media. Join
Bob Greenberger, Louise Simonson, John Layman, Joe Harris, Thom Zahler,
and Amy Chu as they discuss the trials and tribulations of moving other
media into comics. Moderated by Christina Blanch.
12:15-1:15 - Ominous Press Returns!
In
the 1990s, Ominous Press made a splash as Bart Sears and his
collaborators created a universe of heroic adventure. Now, Ominous Press
is reborn and releasing new material. Learn what's coming up with
creators Bart Sears, Ron Marz, Andy Smith, Tom Raney, and Publisher Sean
HusVar, and receive a free preview comic!
1:30-2:30 - Music and Comic Books
Comic
books are silent - no music. But what about comic book creators? Join
Charles Soule, J. M. DeMatteis, Amy Chu, and karaoke king James Tynion
as they discuss how music influences them and their creativity.
Moderated by Christina Blanch.
2:45-3:45 - Animation Panel
You
may not know it, but some of your favorite comic artists have also
worked in animation! Join Bret Blevins and Mike Manley as they discuss
their animation work and how it connects to their work in comics.
|
Ballroom (4th Floor)
12:00-1:00 - Michael Rowe Spotlight
Michael Rowe is probably best known as Floyd Lawton/Deadshot in the CW's Arrow and The Flash. He has also appeared in Tomorrowland and is an accomplished musician. We turn the spotlight on this hot, young actor in a can't-miss panel.
1:00-2:00 - Hayley Atwell Spotlight
Hayley Atwell first appeared as Peggy Carter in Captain America: The First Avenger, and reprised the role in other films and for two seasons on ABC's Marvel's Agent Carter. This fall she can be seen in the new ABC series Conviction. Join us for this lively look at Ms. Atwell's career!
2:30 - Costume Contest (Kids)
|
Kids Love Comics Pavilion Workshop Area
11:00-12:00 - Making Comics With A Dog's Life with Chris Otto and Ben Taylor
Do you have a funny idea for a comic strip? Chris Otto and Ben Taylor are the minds behind the popular webcomic, A Dog's Life. They'll share their insight on creating comic strips and the audience will work with them to create a comic strip.
12:00-1:00 - Draw a Little Dream hosted by Chris O>Matic with Kurt Wood and Justin Castaneda
Chris
O>Matic interviews kids and parents about their strangest dreams.
Professional artists bring their dreams to life on the drawing board.
1:00-2:00 - The School for Good and Evil Book Signing Event with author Soman Chainani and illustrator Michael Blank
2:30-3:30 - A Piggy's Tale Comic Reading and Drawing! with Piggy and Tod Emko
Join Tod Emko for a live reading of A Piggy's Tale,
the universally loved all-ages comic. Piggy the Three-Legged Super Pup
will be present to greet his public and model as the audience draws the
heroic canine. If Piggy likes the drawing, the child will receive the
first issue of A Piggy's Tale! All participants will have their photos taken with their drawings for the piggytale.com website.
3:30-4:30 - The Imagination Aquarium with Jamar Nicholas
Ever
find yourself stuck for cartoon ideas? Put on your wetsuit and dive
into the IMAGINATION AQUARIUM, where cartoonist Jamar Nicholas will help
you catch ideas in your net and create awesome cartoons!
|
As
an added feature this year, in support of our hearing-impaired fans and
attendees, the Baltimore Comic-Con will have ASL interpreters available
at the 2016 panels.
|
TICKETS
General Admission and VIP Package tickets for Weekend, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, as well as the Harvey Awards, are now on sale! Visit www.baltimorecomiccon.com/tickets/
for more information and to purchase your advanced tickets now, and as
always, kids 10 and under get into the show free with a paid adult
General Admission!
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
While
they are available, be sure to take advantage of discount rate
arrangements we have made with hotels near the Baltimore Convention
Center. For all the details, see:
GUARANTEED PARKING
To make parking easy and stress-free, we have partnered with Parking Panda,
the nationwide leader in online parking reservations, to allow
attendees driving to the show to purchase guaranteed parking near the
Baltimore Comic-Con. Click here to book your guaranteed parking spot, or if you need help or have questions, call 800-232-6415.
No comments:
Post a Comment