Jacob Blackmon
Jacob E Blackmon is a freelance illustrator and sometimes writer for the TTRPG industry. He's worked for dozens of different third-party publishers and produced hundreds of products. Jacob is popular for the creation of the Super Powered Legends universe, as well as the Super Powered Bestiary, and is considered a "fan favorite" among many rpg artists.
Born in California, and living in Oklahoma, Jacob has partnered with a number of different companies in the ttrpg industry, including AAW Games, Rogue Genius Games, Fainting Goat Games, and more. He is a regular co-host on the BAMF Podcast.
Jacob has a table in the Artist Alley. Swing by and say "Hi."
1:00 PM | Location: Sooner A
Getting Started with D&D 5e
Starting out on the Dungeons & Dragons journey? Learn everything from character creation, the basic rules of the game, and some how-tos and tips for getting your game group started and ready for RPG adventuring.
Moderator: What’s Up Fandom Podcast
Panelists: Aidyn Cross, Jacob Blackmon, Joshua Cook, Kimberly Cross, Michael Cross, What’s Up Fandom Podcast
Tracks: Gaming, Fantasy, General Interest
11:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma G
The Body in Art: Anatomy for Artists
The human body is complex and representing it in art is difficult. What should artists keep in mind when creating art based on the human and non-human body? Are there techniques, shortcuts, or tools to getting it right?
Moderator: Mel White
Panelists: Crazy Red Artist, Elizabeth Leggett, Jacob Blackmon, Mel White, Robert Wilson IV
Tracks: Art
10:00 AM | Location: Sooner A
OGL Smashdown: Leaders vs. Creatives
With the recent changes to the D&D Open Gaming License (OGL), some see a growing disconnect between corporate leadership and content creatives. Why? How does it affect fandom, and what can be done to remedy it? Let’s figure out how to protect our fandoms from the steady march toward profit over creativity.
Moderator: Pigeon
Panelists: Ash King, Chaz Kemp, Jacob Blackmon, Pigeon
Tracks: Gaming, Culture & World Affairs, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Business & Marketing
3:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
How to Work and Survive as an RPG Freelancer
From time management skills to communicating with your employer, to understanding the OGL and so on, this is about the skills and abilities needed to survive the world of RPG freelance.
Moderator: Jacob Blackmon
Panelists: Jacob Blackmon
Tracks: Gaming, Business & Marketing, Workshop