Tim Chessmore
Tim Chessmore is a 3-D artist having earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Oklahoma State University in 1990, specializing in Jewelry and Small Sculpture. He was employed as a Graphic Designer with Coca-Cola for 23 years and currently owns a t-shirt printing shop and metalsmiths and makes wood signs out of his home workshop in Bethel Acres, Oklahoma.
Tim has been active in the SCIFI community since 1990 and nominated for the Chesley Award (Association of Science Fiction and Fantasy Artists) Finalist [1991] for a 3-D Piece Titled “Elements Of Time”. Tim has also done 2 book Covers for Yard Dog Press, “That’s All Folks” by J. F. Gonzalez, and “Dracula’s Lawyer” by Julia Mandala, Available in the Dealers Room at the Yard Dog Table.
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 AM | Location: Oklahoma G
Commission Work: The Joys, Hurts, Strange and Unusual
Seasoned artists share tips to make commission transactions smoother or less painful as you're getting started in the art business. Learn how to place an order so both the artist and the buyer end up happy.
Moderator: Peri Charlifu
Panelists: Joshua Cook, Mimic Rae, Peri Charlifu, Scott Zrubek, Tim Chessmore
Tracks: Art, Business & Marketing, Comics
10:00 AM | Location: Boomer B
You Want How Much for That Image?
We all want artists fairly compensated. But who determines what needs to be licensed and the most economical way to do so when creating new artworks? Join us to discuss image sources, licensing, and how to avoid getting ripped off.
Moderator: Peri Charlifu
Panelists: Elizabeth Leggett, Julie Barrett, Peri Charlifu, Scott Zrubek, Tim Chessmore
Tracks: Art, Business & Marketing
Noon | Location: Boomer B
Digital Art, the Future, and the Artist
The digital art industry has changed a lot recently with the advent of AI technology and other software tool innovations. It’s not just a push-button way to make art. What is the future of art in its digital form? How will it impact artists in traditional media? After all, with new technologies come new methods of creative manipulation and evolving aesthetics ...
Moderator: Eric Osborn
Panelists: Chaz Kemp, Eric Osborn, James Farr, Peri Charlifu, Rachael Mayo, Tim Chessmore
Tracks: Art, Business & Marketing, Comics, Culture & World Affairs, Pop Culture & Entertainment