Mike Kennedy
Michael Kennedy has been a conventioneer for over 4 decades. It’s shorter than saying 40years. Mike been an artist, a writer, a publisher, a comic shop dealer (who remembers Planet Comics?) and other hats of fandom. Appearing in books like “Heroines Inc., adventures of chuk the Barbaric “Celtic Knights, RoughCut, Reasonably Priced Comics, “Crissy Carrots “ and many others.
2:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
Monsters, Villains, and Heroes
Character complexity is the spice that brings life to your page. How does understanding the motivation of villains or monsters change your readers' experiences with these antagonists? What's the secret sauce for pairing attributes like selfishness, cruelty, aloofness and megalomania with backstories, quirks, surprising moments of tenderness and the things that make audiences root for the bad guy, too?
Moderator: Mike Kennedy
Panelists: B. J. Thrower, David J. Pedersen, Mark Finn, Mike Kennedy, Tommy B. Smith
Tracks: Writing & Publishing, Fantasy, Science Fiction, YA - Young Adult Fiction
4:00 PM | Location: Boomer A
From Blade Runner to the Matrix: The Evolution of Cyberpunk Cinema
Cyberpunk theming and aesthetics in movies, anime, and TV has expanded a lot in recent years, and its presence onscreen is a hallmark of the genre. What makes a story distinctly Cyberpunk when you see it onscreen? Movie watchers discuss the origins and growth of this genre on the big screen, how it's changed, and where it may be headed in the future.
Moderator: Caleb Haldane
Panelists: Aaron Bossig, Caleb Haldane, Chaz Kemp, Mike Kennedy, Penny Fielder
Tracks: Science Fiction, Film & TV, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Anime
5:00 PM | Location: Boomer A
Thrifty Revisions: Adding SF Genre Elements to Thrift Store Paintings
Artists insert sf genre elements or monsters into reclaimed paintings and prints. Final works are up for sale in the Charity Sale and Auction. (Supplies provided)
Moderator: James Hollaman
Panelists: Harold Neal, James Hollaman, Karen Thrower, Mike Kennedy, Rachael Mayo, Tim Chessmore, W. J. Hodgson
Tracks: Art, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Comics
10:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
Late Night Artists Chat
This is a chance for artists and fans to meet in a relaxed setting to talk all things art! Ask questions, share ideas, and socialize. (Hotel side, 2 hours.)
Moderator: Peri Charlifu
Panelists: A. Lee Martinez, Allison Stein, Caleb Masters, Creative Countess, Harold Neal, J.H. Fleming, Jan S. Gephardt, Kimber E Chessmore, Liz Campbell, Lollalotus, Mel White, Melinda LaFevers, Mike Kennedy, Peri Charlifu, Robert Daniels, Scott Zrubek, Sue Sinor, Terry Southard, THE james k burk, Tim Frayser, W. J. Hodgson
Tracks: Art, General Interest, Meetup
9:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Atrium
Koffeeklatch
Join panelists in the hotel breakfast area for morning networking and conversation. BYO coffee, please.
Moderator:
Panelists: Craig Wolf, Crazy Red Artist, Daniel Erickson, Dara Fogel, PhD, David J. Pedersen, J.H. Fleming, John Allen Small, Julie Barrett, Kathleen M. O'Brien, Kevin Dilmore, Kimber E Chessmore, Liz Campbell, Loretta McKibben, Mace Kendu, Mel White, Mike Kennedy, Phillip Drayer Duncan, Rhonda Eudaly, Shai Fenwick, Tall Chick Cosplay, Tommy B. Smith, Trina Jacobs, vickey malone kennedy, William Ledbetter
Tracks: Meetup, General Interest
10:00 AM | Location: Boomer A
Re-Covered Books, for Charity!
Artists create new cover art for books in our charity collection. Books and their custom covers will be available for sale in the Charity Sale. (Books and cover paper provided)
Moderator: James Hollaman
Panelists: Evan T. Wardwell, Harold Neal, James Hollaman, Mike Kennedy, Rachael Mayo, W. J. Hodgson
Tracks: Art, Comics, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Pop Culture & Entertainment
5:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Fantasy Art Class Basics
Artist Mike Kennedy shares simple techniques for fantasy artwork drawing. He'll focus on concept design, figure positioning and composition tips for creating a fully realized fantasy-style drawing. (1 hour, limit 14 participants. Supplies provided or BYO tablet/sketch pad.)
Moderator: Mike Kennedy
Panelists: Mike Kennedy
7:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Atrium
Literary Beers
Join panelists in the hotel lounge for lively conversation. BYO beverages, please.
Moderator:
Panelists: A C Smart, Aaron Bossig, Bradley H Sinor, Craig Wolf, Daniel Erickson, David J. Pedersen, Dr Paisley, Julia S. Mandala, L.L.Killjoy, Liz Campbell, Mark Finn, Michael "Gecko" Adams, Mike Kennedy, Tim Frayser, Tracy S. Morris, vickey malone kennedy
Tracks: Meetup, General Interest, Writing & Publishing, Art
10:00 AM | Location: Boomer A
Designing Your Fortress of Solitude or Evil Lair of Evil
Lay out the specs for your own supervillain (or hero) hideaway. In a volcano? On a satellite or the Moon? Get creative with anti-burglary tech. What would you display in your own Museum of Victory?
Moderator: Mel White
Panelists: Bradley H Sinor, James Hollaman, Mark Alfred, Mel White, Mike Kennedy, William Ledbetter
Tracks: Pop Culture & Entertainment, Writing & Publishing, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Comics