How do you turn that into a comic shop?
Fortunately for you, Terry Gant has posted a slew of pictures here of how he turned a former consignment shop into Third Coast Comics. Here's just a few images to whet your appetite...
And, yes, that is a custom-built front counter.
I've only been to the shop once (it is, after all, 300 miles from my place) but it's a good store. I understand it has also, since it's inception as a comic shop, been used to host birthday parties and weddings. (Of which there are some photos floating around if you poke around a bit.) But that's more along the lines of running a comic shop, which I'll save for another post or twelve!
3 comments:
Cool article!
Hey THANKS!
Yeah, since I opened, I've destroyed 3 walls and built a lounge. I think I'm the only comic shop in Chicago with a beer garden.
All of my racks are on wheels too so I can move things out of the way for seminars and other events you wouldn't expect (like a scotch tasting and yoga class).
It might be time to drive another 300 miles :)
Terry
Not to worry, Terry. I'm amassing a number of friends in Chicago, and will definitely be in town again before too long! :)
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