August 10 - 13, 2023
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
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COMIC ATTRACTIONS
KAPOW! SZZZKT! Prepare for a rip-roaring time with a bunch of legendary creators and hard-to-find comics. Sign up for our e-newsletter to receive all of the best comic updates.
Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of 300
Join Frank Miller for this special panel as he discusses the ideas, art, and history that inspired the legendary comic, 300. Sharing what influenced their own 300 25th Anniversary variant covers will be special guests Frank Cho and Ariel Diaz. All attendees will receive a mystery 300 25th Anniversary Variant Comic (by various artists)! Make the most of this celebration with a VIP experience that includes a lithograph, an exclusive 25th anniversary variant, and selfie/autograph with Frank Miller following the panel.
DATE: Saturday, August 12
TIME: 6 PM
MEET LEGENDARY COMIC CREATORS
Comic Legends, Pro Comic Book artists, and amazing writers will be with us all weekend long. Be sure to drop by the Comic Creator area next to Artist Alley to meet them and geek out over their amazing work.
ARTIST ALLEY
Indie meets pro in this special area where you will find all your favorite pencillers, painters, inkers, and writers. This is a “must experience area” for anyone interested in meeting the rising stars and the people who work within the art industry.
GET YOUR COMIC BOOKS AUTOGRAPHED
Dig through your collection or visit some of the vendors for elusive issues and graphic novels by our many comic creator guests. Note: some guests may have autograph fees and/or signing limits. Please check with creators individually.
WORKSHOPS & SEMINARS
Take your craft to the next level at our amazing seminars and workshops held by pros in the industry. With professionals leading the way, you’ll learn how to level up your skills in the real world.
SKETCH DUELS & MORE!
Check out your favorite comic artists as they go “pen-to-pen”, and be entered to win the original art they produce once they’re done. An amazing experience to witness, these friendly competitions show who has the edge in comic book illustration.
Drink 'N Draw (21+)
Come out for a night of seriously silly drawing challenges and drinking! Show off your skills and win over $500 in prizes provided by WACOM and more. Hosted by MazeToons' Joe Wos. All skill levels welcome!
Date: Sunday, August 13
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Pete's Tiki Tiki5510 Park Pl B, Rosemont, IL 60018
Everyone is welcome, you do not need a FAN EXPO badge to attend!