It's been almost a full month since I last posted a calendar of upcoming comics events. As usual, please check the time zones noted below and adjust to your location as appropriate.
- June 9, 4:00pm ET
Chat with Eric Powell
Chat with Eric Powell about his upcoming true crime graphic novel with Harold Schechter, Did You Hear What Eddie Gein Done?
- June 9, 6:00pm ET
Christ in Comics
Join comic book-style illustrator and historian Arlen Schumer as he explores how superheroes in American comic book history have reflected Christological aspects of heroism and self-sacrifice, whether overtly, subconsciously or unconsciously; you’ll see your favorite superheroes, and comic book art, in ways that will make “all seem new again!”
- June 9, 7:00pm CT
'Al Hirschfeld: Life & Legacy of the Great American Caricaturist' Webinar
Join the New York Adventure Club as they venture on a virtual trip through 20th century popular culture as drawn by Al Hirschfeld, who recorded and defined so much of show business — especially Broadway and Hollywood — through his unique and distinct drawing style. Led by David Leopold, Creative Director of the Al Hirschfeld Foundation. Registration: $10 US.
- June 9, 7:00pm CT
Noir is the New Black
Noir is the New Black is a graphic novel anthology featuring 16 Noir stories from 40 Black creators from all around the world. This session will discuss the process of creating an independent graphic novel anthology from scratch and will highlight the importance of Black Noir as a genre in American literature and sequential arts. The panel will feature the editors of the anthology and select creators.
- June 9, 9:00pm ET
Loki Episode 1 Watch Party
Celebrate the release of Loki with other fans. ReedPop will be stream the first episode of the new Marvel series through Scener via DisneyPlus.com. (Only viewable to fans with active Disney+ subscriptions.)
- June 10, 12:00pm EDT
Nuances of Racial Bias in America: Making Art in Response to Anti-Asian Hate, Part Two
Please join Academic Director Beth Fisher-Yoshida, Ph.D., and Columbia's M.S. in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution program for a webinar exploring current issues and how tactics such as conflict analyses, restorative justice, and role-playing simulations can help to resolve them. Art-making and storytelling are vital to the visibility of marginalized communities, as a way to counteract erasure, dehumanization, and to have more nuanced conversations about race. They have invited Cindy Trinh, Yao Xiao, John Lee, and Connie Sun back for a second round of discussion and extended Q&A. Part One remains available here.
- June 10, 4:00pm ET
Draw like a Comic Book Artist
"Draw like a Comic Book Artist" is a virtual program that will show you how simple, fun and relaxing it is to draw, communicate and tell stories with illustrations. Using our graphic novel collection as inspiration, we will practice with tools we already have at home and leave you with awesome ideas to explore. Ages 8 - 12.
- June 11, 6:00pm ET
Howard Chaykin - Part II: PARADIGM BEYOND
Whether you’re a beginner trying to find your artistic voice or seasoned artist looking to hone your visual language skills, comic book artist/writer Howard Chaykin’s Paradigm art classes exclusively on TalentTalk teaches aspiring artists what shapes, distance, and movement tell us about time and journey.
In this visual exploration, Chaykin takes you inside storytelling to walk you through page layout and show you WHAT works and WHY. Registration: $30 US.
- June 12, 5:00pm PT
Comics in the City 2021: Eunsoo Jeong
In celebration CCA’s MFA in Comics annual summer session, California College of the Arts hosts its ninth annual Comics in the City guest speaker series featuring Eunsoo Jeong (Koreangry), Akira Himekawa (The Legend of Zelda), Marguerite Abouet (Aya), Emil Ferris (My Favorite Thing Is Monsters), and Alison Bechdel (Fun Home).
- June 13, 5:00pm EST
Cartoonist Coffee
Using Zoom's break-out rooms, we'll randomly split participants up into small groups to have 15-minute conversations. Get to know new cartoonists, spend time with friends you haven't seen in a minute! When the 15 minutes is up, we'll reshuffle participants for another small group conversation!
No jerks! Bring your own coffee/tea/water/etc.
- June 16, 5:00pm (CEST?)
Les Wébinaires AF: La BD Franco-Belge
French teacher Julien Laloy will introduce you to the Franco- Belgian Bande Dessinée. This genre, very much distinct from other traditions in the west (comics) or the east (manga) of the world, has been dubbed the 9th art, it is also a massive industry. Come and discover everything about it with Julien, who is also a comics creator!
- June 16, 6:00pm PT
Grownups Unite! They Called Us Enemy
Join the Grownups Unite! crew as they discuss,They Called Us Enemy on Wednesday June 16th, at 6 p.m. with special virtual visit by co-author Justin Eisinger! Come join your fellow adults who love comics and graphic novels! Sacramento Public Library staff will also highlight new Graphic Novel titles for adults.
- June 18-19
Cloud Comic Con
Cloud Comic Con will be a virtual comic con, bringing together audiences from Glasgow Comic Con, Edinburgh Comic Art Festival, and Rai Con all into one online space. It will include a series of talks, panels, and a virtual artists alley to promote the works of independent creators.
Special guests will include J.M.Demattis (Justice League Int, Batman), Tillie Walden (On a Sunbeam), Charlie Adlard (The Walking Dead), Shazleen Khan (Buzza), Dave Cook (Killtopia), and Frank Quitely (Jupiter’s Legacy) plus many more.
- June 18, 6:00pm ET
Howard Chaykin – Part III: PARADIGM IN PRACTICE
The Paradigm in Practice deals with writer tools for story breakdown, and also the hidden nuances of comic storytelling. How should you format a script, regardless if you’re working with an artist or drawing it yourself? Why do panel borders MATTER? How can a conversation become the greatest action? How do you best bring the reader into the time-and-place setting of your story? All this and more is addressed by one of comics’ greatest storytellers! CRUCIAL information for pros, and deeper appreciation for enthusiasts! Registration: $30 US.
- June 19, 6:00pm BST
Panel by Panel Zoom Discussions: Natasha Natarajan and Rob Bidder
Natasha and Rob's collaborative live drawing will take place from 11am-5pm at The Cartoon Museum and will be viewable by visitors.
Join Natasha and Rob at 6pm-7pm as they round up their day's collaboration with a live, online discussion.
Registration: £8.50 UK.
- June 21, 7:00pm BST
LDC Monthly Online
A live LDComics online event with guests sharing illustrated presentations about their comics work, career-life tips, latest graphic novels and more! Guests this month are Mita Mahato, Gordon Shaw,
Eleanor Janega, and Neil Max Emmanuel.
- June 22, 8:00pm ET
Mark Waid: Comic Writing
Your purchase of this Talk gets you to access to a limited, private 55-minute tutorial and Q&A session with Mark! This is a highly intensive, learning-focused session in which Mark will lay out the ins and outs of plot structure, and creating riveting stories and memorable characters! Registration: $125 US.
- June 24, 8:00pm ET
Matt Wagner: Q-and-A and Original Art
Your purchase of this Talk gets you access to a limited, private 45-minute Q&A session with Matt! Matt is happy to answer questions about the process, his experiences in comics, or art in general! Only FIVE seats are available for this exclusive session! ALSO: Your purchase includes an original bust sketch by Matt of a character of your choice on a special, high-quality, 6.5-by-10 inch 3-ply illustration board provided by TalentTalk! Registration: $275 US.
- June 26, 6:00pm BST
Panel by Panel Zoom Discussions: Natasha Natarajan and Rachael House
Natasha and Rachael's collaborative live drawing will take place from 11am-5pm at The Cartoon Museum and will be viewable by visitors.
Join Natasha and Rachael at 6pm-7pm as they round up their day's collaboration with a live, online discussion.
Registration: £8.50 UK.
- June 26, 5:00pm PT
Comics in the City 2021: Akira Himekawa
In celebration CCA’s MFA in Comics annual summer session, California College of the Arts hosts its ninth annual Comics in the City guest speaker series featuring Eunsoo Jeong (Koreangry), Akira Himekawa (The Legend of Zelda), Marguerite Abouet (Aya), Emil Ferris (My Favorite Thing Is Monsters), and Alison Bechdel (Fun Home).
- June 27, 5:00pm EST
Cartoonist Coffee
Using Zoom's break-out rooms, we'll randomly split participants up into small groups to have 15-minute conversations. Get to know new cartoonists, spend time with friends you haven't seen in a minute! When the 15 minutes is up, we'll reshuffle participants for another small group conversation!
No jerks! Bring your own coffee/tea/water/etc.
- June 29, 7:00pm CDT
'John Henry: The First American Superhero' Webinar
Join the New York Adventure Club as they explore the history behind the legend of John Henry, and the mostly-anonymous ex-slaves who helped build this country’s railroads and railroad tunnels — and in doing so, unified it geographically and spiritually, transforming a disconnected America into the United States of America. Led by Arlen Schumer. Registration: $10 US.
- July 10, 11:00am PT
Comics in the City 2021: Marguerite Abouet
In celebration CCA’s MFA in Comics annual summer session, California College of the Arts hosts its ninth annual Comics in the City guest speaker series featuring Eunsoo Jeong (Koreangry), Akira Himekawa (The Legend of Zelda), Marguerite Abouet (Aya), Emil Ferris (My Favorite Thing Is Monsters), and Alison Bechdel (Fun Home).
- July 10, 5:00pm PT
Comics in the City 2021: Emil Ferris
In celebration CCA’s MFA in Comics annual summer session, California College of the Arts hosts its ninth annual Comics in the City guest speaker series featuring Eunsoo Jeong (Koreangry), Akira Himekawa (The Legend of Zelda), Marguerite Abouet (Aya), Emil Ferris (My Favorite Thing Is Monsters), and Alison Bechdel (Fun Home).
- July 24, 5:00pm PT
Comics in the City 2021: Alison Bechdel
In celebration CCA’s MFA in Comics annual summer session, California College of the Arts hosts its ninth annual Comics in the City guest speaker series featuring Eunsoo Jeong (Koreangry), Akira Himekawa (The Legend of Zelda), Marguerite Abouet (Aya), Emil Ferris (My Favorite Thing Is Monsters), and Alison Bechdel (Fun Home).
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