See Me at the MSU Comics Forum Tomorrow! (Free Entry)
[dc]T[/dc]he big day is finally here: The MSU Comics Forum Artist’s Alley is tomorrow, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Snyder/Phillips Hall on Michigan State University’s Campus.
Quick Reminder: Tom Hart’s keynote address is tonight at 7PM. Also free!
Tomorrow kicks off my 2015 appearance schedule, and I’ll have new items for sale, including a new 11” x 17” cartoon color print, new mini-comic collections, and new 4” x 6” watercolor cartoons.
I spent a lot of time preparing for tomorrow’s appearance, as you can see in this photo of my watercolor cartoon set-up.
Good kitty.
Our cat Rags helped keep me on task. Bless his fuzzy heart.
If you are looking for something extra special, I’m offering ‘random’ cartoon commissions as well–inspired by David Malki’s (Wondermark) Roll-a-Sketch–using an updated system.¹ Random cartoons are available in black and white (ink/marker) as well as watercolor paint, both 5” x 7” (BW on card stock, watercolor on watercolor paper).
Where is the MSU Comics Forum?
Snyder/Phillips Hall, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan. Doors open at 11:00 AM.
Once you are inside the building, look for the poster above–arrows should point the way to Artist’s Alley. Artists occupy different rooms, so make sure to find ’em all!
How Much to Get In?
Entry to the MSU Comics Forum is free and open to the public!
Can I Bring Kids to the MSU Comics Forum?
Yes! The MSU Comics Forum is an all-ages event, so bring the kids along. Plenty of artists offer all ages or kid focused comics and merchandise.
What is Artist’s Alley?
Artist’s Alley is where, as the name suggests, comic artists and writers have tables set up. They will be selling comics, merchandise, and/or sketches to guests.
TIP: if you plan on buying items at Artist’s Alley, bring cash. Some artists, myself included, will have Square readers for credit cards, but not everyone, and cash is always highly recommended
Why Should I Visit Artist’s Alley?
Artist’s Alley is a great chance to meet comic creators and artists face to face, allowing guests to sample a lot of work at one time. There will be many Michigan writers and artists too, and a good chunk are from the Lansing area. Support your local creatives. If you like original artwork, buying a commission at Artist’s Alley is a fun experience–especially for kids.
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¹ Stephanie suggested a different system to help streamline the process, my sign, and my explanation. Her input is handy, because she works in retail.
