Join WonderCon Anaheim special guest Babs Tarr (Batgirl), Kevin Wada (She-Hulk), Jake Wyatt (Ms. Marvel), and Kris Anka (Uncanny X-Men) as they break down street fashion, superhero costumes, style versus form, and sexualization of fashion in mainstream comics. It might be informative, but it will definitely be a good time.
Sunday April 5, 2015 10:30am - 11:30am PDT
Room 213
UPDATED: Thu, Apr 02, 09:23AM Androids, geneticists, time travel, multidimensional space hopping-the possibilities are endless when it comes to science fiction and comics. Fred Van Lente (Howtoons: [Re]Ignition), and Dustin Nguyen (Descender) specialize in bringing to life futuristic worlds that comics readers can instantly be transported to. Learn more about what's to come in their out-of-this-world sci-fi storytelling!
Sunday April 5, 2015 10:30am - 11:30am PDT
Room 300DE
UPDATED: Tue, Mar 31, 01:30PM Every day, behind-the-scenes people like editors, designers, marketers, and even programmers work hard to make sure the comics you love get from the creator's hands to yours. Now is your chance to learn how these comics luminaries and tastemakers got their start. Join comiXology's marketing maven Chip Mosher, along with outstanding comics industry professionals Arune Singh (Marvel Entertainment executive director of television communications), Dirk Wood (IDW VP of marketing), Allison Baker (IDW director of operations), Jamal Igle (artist, Molly Danger), and Molly Mahan (assistant editor for Vertigo) as they impart the knowledge you need in order to get your foot in the door and become a comics industry rock star.
Sunday April 5, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Room 211
UPDATED: Wed, Apr 01, 11:56AM All-ages comics are more important now than ever before in helping to bring in new and lapsed readers, from practically every demographic. BOOM! Studios' associate editor Whitney Leopard leads a discussion on the significance of all-ages comics, from what they have achieved thus far to what lies ahead, with creators Shelli Paroline (Adventure Time), Derek Fridolfs (Batman: Li'l Gotham), Mairghread Scott (Transformers: Windblade), and Melissa Pagluica (Above the Clouds).
Sunday April 5, 2015 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
Room 213
Just how hard is it to draw Superman's famous "S" shield? WonderCon Anaheim special guest Dan Jurgens (Death of Superman, Aquaman & The Others, The New 52: Futures End)has enjoyed a rich, three-decade career in comics that has given him the opportunity to write and draw almost every major character in both the DC and Marvel Universes. In this spotlight panel, moderated by Superman artist Aaron Kuder (Action Comics), Dan will share the many highlights of his career and discuss the unique creative process of being both writer and artist-as well as give fans a peek into the future of his work on DC's Convergence: Booster Gold and Convergence: Superman.
Sunday April 5, 2015 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
Room 208
Action Lab Entertainment caught the eye of readers with their groundbreaking series Princeless. Since then, they continue to launch titles that solidify their uniqueness in the comic book industry. Garnering the attention of parents, readers of all ages, and major comic book companies, there is almost no genre Action Lab Entertainment has not conquered. Jamal Yaseem Igle (VP of marketing, Molly Danger), Nick Marino (writer of Holy F*ck), Dan Mendoza (Zombie Tramp), and James F. Wright (Nutmeg) discuss their company's history, success, current titles, and future. Moderated by Jessica Tseang (comic book historian).
Sunday April 5, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Room 209
Covers; every comic book has at least one. What does it take to design a great cover for a comic book? Five folks who have done it come together to discuss the secrets with moderator Mark Evanier. You will hear from Kris Anka (Uncanny X-Men, Ms. Marvel), Aaron Kuder (Action Comics, Batman), Ken Lashley (Secret Six, Superman: Doomed), Kevin Wada (She-Hulk, Adventure Time), and Kevin Maguire (Justice League International, Guardians of the Galaxy). Come and learn about this vital but under discussed art form.
Sunday April 5, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Room 207
Revengeance! The hosts of iFanboy reunite to talk creator-owned comics with WonderCon Anaheim special guest DarwynCooke.Ron Richards, Conor Kilpatrick, and Josh Flanagan come together one last time to face off with Darwyn in a freewheeling discussion of his new work, the industry, and whatever else crosses their minds
Sunday April 5, 2015 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Room 213
It's been about a year since WonderCon Anaheim special guest Tom King (Grayson, Omega Men, Teen Titans, A Once Crowded Sky) was hired for his first mainstream writing gig with DC Comics. Please join Mr. King as he presents a rookie's perspective on the modern comic book industry. Topics will include breaking into comics, practical writing tips, working with artists and editors, constructing pitches, and, of course, the cool absurdity of being a comics superfan (and former CIA counter-terrorism officer) working full time making funny books.
Sunday April 5, 2015 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Room 208
WonderCon Anaheim special guest Kevin J. Anderson describes his journey from being a fanboy in a small Wisconsin farming town to being an international bestselling author working with Star Wars, X-Files, Dune, DC Comics, and the rock band Rush.
At one time or another, Len Wein has written almost all the major characters for most major publishers. He launched Swamp Thing, The New X-Men, Wolverine and so many more. here is your chance to hear one of comics' most prolific creative talents discuss his career and work, all while being grilled by longtime friend, Mark Evanier. Sizzling revelations are promised.
Spend an hour with WonderCon Anaheim special guest John Ostrander, the author of GrimJack, Suicide Squad, The Spectre, Star Wars comics, The Kents, Wasteland, and many others.
Time to salute and talk about the man some in comics call "The King." The life, times and influence of Jack Kirby will be discussed by Neal Adams, Darwyn Cooke, Fred Van Lente, Crystal Skillman, Len Wein, Paul S. Levin (attorney for the Rosalind Kirby Trust), and Kriby biographer and former assistant, Mark Evanier.
