Art
3:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
Amigurumi Basics for Beginners
For the absolute beginner! Ever see a super-cute Amigurumi and want to make one? Well, now you can. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of crochet, yarn types, and hooks, as well as learn how to read a basic amigurumi pattern. Then, make a basic amigurumi pattern. (1 hour. Limit 28 participants. $5 fee.)
Moderator: Cat of WhiskersandBeans
Panelists: Cat of WhiskersandBeans
4:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: JQH Boardroom
Artwork in Progress: A Design and Color Workshop
SF artist and illustrator W.J. Hodgson offers an in-depth review of design and color concepts artists can use to punch up their pieces. Whether it's conveying a message with your work, making it more collectible, or you just want to get a better handle on a work-in-progress that's not quite coming together, this lecture and hands-on technique demo is for you. Sketch supplies provided, but you may also bring a small in-process 2-D piece for review. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants.)
Moderator: W J Hodgson
Panelists: W J Hodgson
4:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
Body Art 101: Full Coverage Options and Products
Ever wanted to cosplay a colorful character, but had no idea where to start to get realistic-looking blue skin? In this class you will learn about different ways to create full-coverage makeup for cosplay, including mixing your own custom colors, different kinds of body paint and ways to apply them, and airbrushing sweat/transfer-proof, alcohol-based makeup. Your host will go over pricing, sourcing, and removal, as well as an introduction on how to use an airbrush system. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $10 fee.)
Moderator: Vanessa Green
Panelists: Vanessa Green
2:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
But Is It Art? (It Is—Deal with it.)
So you're like, into cosplay? No, you're a costume department of one. You're a sewist, a painter, a sculptor, a performer, and so much more. Join in a discussion about cosplay as an art form, and its ever-evolving standards.
Moderator: Hall of Femme
Panelists: Hall of Femme, Alice-of-Hearts, Jovial Juggernaut, Mimic Rae, Moe
Tracks: Art, Costuming & Fashion, Maker, Performing Arts, Cosplay
1:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Atrium
Coloring & Kicking It
Bring your coloring book and colored pencils or markers, and join us for hang times hotel side. We'll offer some tips and techniques for a cleaner or messier look while you relax and color.
Moderator: Mike Kennedy
Panelists: Mike Kennedy, Rachael Mayo
Tracks: Meetup, General Interest, Art
2:00 PM | Location: University C
Creating Compelling and Unique Book-Cover Illustrations
Artists, illustrators, and comic creators share the business of book covers. What matters to both publishers AND writers when selling and making cover art? Do these considerations clash with reader expectations?
Moderator: Jan S. Gephardt
Panelists: Jan S. Gephardt, Jerry Bennett, JR Daniels, Chaz Kemp, Elizabeth Leggett, Mario Wytch
Tracks: Art
3:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
Finding Your Artistic Passion
You're never too old or too young to find your art bliss! Art can be therapy, art can be a business, or art can just be art! Let's talk about how we can find this bliss and how to sustain it so it serves us and fulfills our lives.
Moderator: Peri Charlifu
Panelists: Peri Charlifu, Muriel Fahrion, Rubiee Tallyn Hayes, Rachael Mayo, Scott Zrubek
Tracks: Maker, Health & Wellness, Art
Noon | Location: Boomer B
How to Design a New Creature
Designing vampires, werewolves, and other mythological creatures. Which parts should be incorporated into our own renderings and artworks? What new traits can be added, while still making them recognizable? How do we avoid derivative or stale monsters? Let’s make monsters terrifying again!
Moderator: Mike Kennedy
Panelists: Mike Kennedy, Mitzi Bartlett, Lyde Van Hoy
Tracks: Art, Writing & Publishing, Supernatural & Paranormal, Horror, Fantasy, Comics
5:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Ink Pendant Make-and-Take
Join Sara Felix and make a pendant with alcohol inks! Space themed or just abstract colors, the inks are vibrant colors that have a mind of their own. You will take away a necklace and pendant that you create! (1 hour. Limit 10 participants. $15 fee.)
Moderator: Sara Felix
Panelists: Sara Felix
3:00 PM | Location: University AB
Intro to Artwork Matting
Whether you just bought a piece of art at the Art Show, or are an artist showing your artworks, this session's for you. Blair pulls from over 30 years of matting and framing experience to go over the various ways to display the art and demonstrates how matting (and organization) are important in showing the art in the best light possible.
Moderator: Blair Bartlett - Alternate Realities Studio
Panelists: Blair Bartlett - Alternate Realities Studio
10:30 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
Late Night Artists Chat Vol. 1
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)
Moderator: Crazy Red Artist
Panelists: Crazy Red Artist, Cal Custard, Brenna Deutchman, EBA Comedy, Hall of Femme, Lyde Van Hoy, Carolyn Kay, Kekkuda, Chaz Kemp, Knightmage, Lollalotus, Madi, Mimic Rae, Moe, Michael Mosley, R Karch Photography, WandererTJ, ET Wardwell, Mel. White, Scott Zrubek
Tracks: Art, General Interest, Meetup
Noon | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Live Cosplay Studio Photography How-To
Please bring your cameras to this workshop (cellphones don't count). Participants will be taught the basics of photography, photographer etiquette, model etiquette, and will have the opportunity to photograph a cosplayer in a studio setup. We will interact with a live model while also getting the opportunity to take photos at the same time. Whether you are a novice or an expert, this is an opportunity to sharpen your skills. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $10 fee.)
Moderator: Squirrelly Jedi Photography
Panelists: Squirrelly Jedi Photography
1:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma A1
Make Your Own Monster
Kids try some different art supplies and odds and ends to create monstrous artwork.
Moderator: Heroic Inner Kids
Panelists: Heroic Inner Kids, La Blanke
Noon | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
Minis Painting Workshop: Two Thin Coats -- An Intro to Miniature Painting (Beginner)
This class will go over the basics of painting. From types of brushes to putting paint on models. We will briefly cover painting essentials such as why primer is important, cleaning different miniatures, a dabble of color theory, and then basic steps to paint miniatures. This class will have both lecture and hands-on painting. This class is geared to beginners and people just entering the hobby, so please feel free to ask questions! (3 hours. Limit 28 participants. $20 fee.)
Moderator: Robert Henderson
Panelists: Robert Henderson
8:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Minis Workshop: Dressed to Impress -- Blending Techniques for Cloth and Leather (Intermediate)
This is an intermediate-level class. This class will concentrate on how to blend your paints to get smooth transitions on your models. We will particularly be focusing blending on cloth and other accessories such as bags and boots. This will be a hands-on lecture-style class, meaning you'll be getting information while painting your mini! (3 hours. Limit 14 participants. $20 fee.)
Moderator: Mike Kirk
Panelists: Mike Kirk
Noon | Location: Oklahoma A
Open Coloring & Empathy Exhibit for Kids
SoonerCon kids coloring area and hands-on empathy exhibit by Heroic Inner Kids org. Runs hourly in the Kids area during SoonerCon's daytime programming hours.
Moderator: Heroic Inner Kids
Panelists: Heroic Inner Kids
1:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma F
Paint & Take
Take a seat, grab a blank miniature figure and brush, and begin painting. You can take your mini home with you for free! Please, limit one mini/person. Game room sponsored by Streamlabs. Miniatures sponsored by Reaper Minis.
Moderator: Sean Hemmingway
Panelists: Sean Hemmingway, Stephanie McGathy, Shaun Rice
3:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma A1
Paper Crafting: Clothespin Puppets and Corner Bookmarks
Kids learn origami techniques for making a corner bookmark and make clothespin creature puppets in this creative crafting session.
Moderator: Heroic Inner Kids
Panelists: Heroic Inner Kids
1:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Photoshop Skills for Cosplay Shoots
Learn how to turn your cosplay photos into something eye-catching, unique, and magical by using Photoshop. R Karch Photography gives you the step-by-step process on changing backgrounds, adding lights, adding weather effects, making images pop, and more. (1 hour. Limit 14 participants. $5 fee.)
Moderator: R Karch Photography
Panelists: R Karch Photography
2:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: JQH Boardroom
Professional Development for Teachers: Integrating Math with Art
This is a creative approach to basic geometric shapes and graphing. Part 1: Learn to draw Celtic knot work with graphs. Part 2: Use the Victorian art form of quilling to explore geometric shapes. Professional development certificates for educators will be available on request. Ages 12 and up. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants.)
Moderator: Melinda LaFevers
Panelists: Melinda LaFevers
Tracks: STEM, Professional Development, Art, Workshop
1:00 PM | Location: University AB
Sculpting Using Recycled Materials
Want learn more about how to turn your leftover this and thats into art? Sculptor Joshua Cook demonstrates his process and shares techniques for beginning sculpting with metal, plastics, fiber, and other found materials.
Moderator: Joshua Cook
Panelists: Joshua Cook
Tracks: Art
2:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Sticking the Landing: Superhero Drawing
Comic artist Johnnie Johnson invites you to bring your sketchpad or drawing tablet and learn some live tips for drawing an epic superhero landing pose. (1 hour. Limit 14 participants.)
Moderator: Johnnie Johnson
Panelists: Johnnie Johnson
4:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Stuffed Animal Make & Take: Quick Stuffie
Come make a simple stuffed animal. No sewing required. Use scissors, tie knots, insert eyes, and decorate your own whale or dinosaur stuffie. Children under 7 should be accompanied by an adult. (Two 30-minute sessions. Limit 14 participants per session. $15 fee/session.)
Moderator: Brenna Deutchman
Panelists: Brenna Deutchman
5:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
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. (Paintings provided.)
Moderator: Sherri Dean
Panelists: Sherri Dean, Mitzi Bartlett, Joshua Cook, Mike Kennedy, Rachael Mayo, Harold Neal
Tracks: Art, Fantasy, Science Fiction
1:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
Top Priority: Self-Care for Artists
If you want to be a productive and happy artist, self-care is a must! If you're not healthy, happy, rested, fed, and hydrated, your work can suffer. Our panel discusses things to do to make self-care a part of your daily routine!
Moderator: Sara Felix
Panelists: Sara Felix, Blair Bartlett - Alternate Realities Studio, Rubiee Tallyn Hayes, Carolyn Kay, Tall Chick Cosplay, Scott Zrubek
Tracks: Health & Wellness, Art
8:00 PM | Location: University AB
World Peace Through Chocolate Art Reception
Enjoy this evening viewing of SoonerCon's annual Art Show. Meet and mingle with SoonerCon 30 artist guest of honor Elizabeth Leggett, and other award-winning artists in the show. Light desserts provided. (2 hours)
Moderator: Elizabeth Leggett
Panelists: Elizabeth Leggett
2:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
Amigurumi for Intermediate Makers
Do you know how to crochet but have never attempted making amigurumi? Have you made a few amigurumi but want to learn a bit more? This session is for you. In this session you will learn how to make small parts like horns and limbs, how to sew them on, and more advanced crochet techniques like the invisible decrease. (1 hour. Limit 28 participants. $5 fee.)
Moderator: Cat of WhiskersandBeans
Panelists: Cat of WhiskersandBeans
5:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
Art Imitating Life, Imitating…
Since the earliest times, we have experienced the world and shared that experience by creating works of art. New ideas emerge from creative expression. Examine this symbiotic journey, as how art eventually becomes reality and vice versa.
Moderator: Jan S. Gephardt
Panelists: Jan S. Gephardt, Daniel Erickson, Dara Fogel, PhD, Chaz Kemp, Tracy S. Morris, Steven E. Wedel
Tracks: Art, Anime, Cosplay, Film & TV, Internet Life, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Writing & Publishing
4:00 PM | Location: Boomer A
Being Kind To Our Fellow Creatives
It’s easy to become competitive with other creatives when they get opportunities that you’d like to have. It’s frustrating. Our panel talks about how important it is to be kind to each other and to be nice to your fans no matter what.
Moderator: Peri Charlifu
Panelists: Peri Charlifu, Blair Bartlett - Alternate Realities Studio, Sally Hamilton, Rubiee Tallyn Hayes, Kim Ventrella, Mario Wytch
Tracks: Gaming, General Interest, Business & Marketing, Health & Wellness, Maker, Culture & World Affairs, Art, Writing & Publishing
2:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: JQH Boardroom
Build a Tiara
Join Sara Felix in a tiara-making workshop. Follow along, or make it your own. She will show you the basic techniques to make a gorgeous tiara fit for any fae prince or princess. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $20 fee)
Moderator: Sara Felix
Panelists: Sara Felix
3:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Atrium
Coloring & Kicking It
Bring your coloring book and colored pencils or markers, and join us for hang times hotel side. We'll offer some tips and techniques for a cleaner or messier look while you relax and color.
Moderator: Kimber
Panelists: Kimber, Teddy Harvia
Tracks: General Interest, Meetup, Art
4:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Cosplay for Fun or Cosplay FTW
Each cosplayer has their own reason(s). From scene-accurate builds, OCs, or first-time store-bought and found constructions, cosplay is art for everyone. Come learn the differences, share your own, maybe even learn something new!
Moderator: Mimic Rae
Panelists: Mimic Rae, Chaotic Neutral Cosplay, John Eads, Luna Reign Cosplay, Tall Chick Cosplay
Tracks: Art, Costuming & Fashion, Maker, Cosplay
8:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ
Costume Contest
SoonerCon's 30th annual Masquerade Costume Contest! Sponsored by Bernina OKC, TNT Cosplay Supply, OKC Fabric Market, and One Stop Anime.
Moderator: John Eads
Panelists: John Eads, Beku.Cos, Kekkuda, Knightmage, Remy Domino
Tracks: Maker, Costuming & Fashion, Art, Performing Arts, Cosplay
5:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Create an OC Cosplay
Want to join the cosplay craze, but can't find the right character that fits your personality? Create your own original character! Pick a name, develop your story, and design your costume. The options are limitless! Panelists discuss designing an OC cosplay concept.
Moderator: The Singing Costumer
Panelists: Vanessa Green, Kekkuda, Kathleen M O'Brien, Raiva, TattedSith Cosplay
Tracks: Art, Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Maker
Noon | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
Dynamic Figure Drawing with JEO Creations
Bring your sketchpad and join us for a lesson on constructing and composing figures in dynamic poses! Learn the basics of constructing figures utilizing proportion and composition. Attendees will learn about its history from the great masters of art and comics. Join Eric Osborn (“We Promised Utopia,” “Hiro Doggie: Space Corgi,” Enigma Machine,” Literati Press Art Director) for a lecture and live demo on dynamic drawing techniques! For more information on the artist, go to www.jeocreations.com. (1 hour. Limit 28 participants.)
Moderator: Eric Osborn
Panelists: Eric Osborn
Noon | Location: Sooner B
Elevator to Success! What’s Your Pitch?
What’s an elevator pitch? It’s a brief explanation, presented in the time it takes to take an elevator ride. This skill is invaluable in sharing your work without being a bore or being too aggressive. Our panelists help you develop your own elevator pitch for fun and profit!
Moderator: Rosemary Clement-Moore
Panelists: Rosemary Clement-Moore, Jerry Bennett, Julia S. Mandala, Caleb Masters, Alan J Porter
Tracks: Art, Performing Arts, Music, Gaming, Business & Marketing, Cosplay, Writing & Publishing, Maker
3:00 PM | Location: Boomer A
Fan Art vs. Original Art
While fan art is intended as a tribute to the original work, some creators and collectors are concerned. It’s use of an artists' intellectual property by someone else—particularly when put out for sale. Where does homage end and plagiarism begin?
Moderator: Chaz Kemp
Panelists: Chaz Kemp, JR Daniels, Brenna Deutchman, Jovial Juggernaut, Harold Neal, Scott Zrubek
Tracks: Internet Life, Writing & Publishing, Cosplay, Gaming, Art, Business & Marketing
3:00 PM | Location: University AB
Fantasy Art Class Basics
Artist Mike Kennedy shares simple techniques for fantasy artwork construction, focusing on anatomy and concept design. (1 hour) Limit 12 participants.
Moderator: Mike Kennedy
Panelists: Mike Kennedy
Noon | Location: Boomer A
Inside the Artist's Studio with Elizabeth Leggett
Presentation and Q&A with SoonerCon 30's award-winning artist guest of honor, Elizabeth Leggett.
Moderator: Elizabeth Leggett
Panelists: Elizabeth Leggett
Tracks: Art
2:00 PM | Location: University AB
Intro to Artwork Matting
Whether you just bought a piece of art at the Art Show, or are an artist showing your artworks, this workshop's for you. Blair pulls from over 30 years of matting and framing experience to go over the various ways to display the art and demonstrates how matting (and organization) are important in showing the art in the best light possible.
Moderator: Blair Bartlett - Alternate Realities Studio
Panelists: Blair Bartlett - Alternate Realities Studio
10:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
Late Night Artists Chat Vol. 2
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)
Moderator: Mitzi Bartlett
Panelists: Mitzi Bartlett, Blair Bartlett - Alternate Realities Studio, Peri Charlifu, JR Daniels, Muriel Fahrion, Jan S. Gephardt, Teddy Harvia, Rubiee Tallyn Hayes, W J Hodgson, Bekah June, Mike Kennedy, Kimber, Luna Reign Cosplay, Harold Neal, Kathleen M O'Brien
Tracks: Art, General Interest, Meetup
2:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Makeup Demo with Knightmage!
Knightmage is known for his bang-up makeup designs and fun social-media vids with on-budget cosplays featuring TONS of characters from pop culture. All skill levels are welcome for this special make-up demo for achieving color contrast in makeup for your next costume.
Moderator: Knightmage
Panelists: Knightmage
5:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Miniatures Painting Competition Judging
Minis painting judges will deliberate in this closed judging session. Contest participants are invited to attend the Miniatures Painting Competition Open Feedback session at 9:30pm to review their scores.
Moderator: Mike Kirk
Panelists: Cap’n Ed, Robert Henderson
6:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Miniatures Painting Competition Judging
Minis painting judges will deliberate in this closed judging session. Contest participants are invited to attend the Miniatures Painting Competition Open Feedback session at 9:30pm to review their scores.
Moderator: Mike Kirk
Panelists: Mike Kirk, Alex Manderfeld
9:30 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Miniatures Painting Competition Open Feedback Sessions
Contest participants are invited to attend this open feedback session to review their scores.
Moderator: Mike Kirk
Panelists: Mike Kirk, Cap’n Ed, Robert Henderson, Alex Manderfeld
1:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Minis Painting Workshop: Growing in the Hobby -- Painting Your Second Miniature (All Skill Levels)
This class will be both for beginners and intermediate levels. This class will concentrate on growing and developing in the miniature-painting hobby. We will be discussing how to set reasonable expectations, process feedback, and developing a personal style. Additionally, this class will focus on helping students overcome roadblocks and how to push past issues that might arise. Hands-on painting will be based on class students' requests. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $15 fee.)
Moderator: Matt Cavanaugh
Panelists: Matt Cavanaugh
10:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Minis Painting Workshop: Painting the Future -- Mecha Machines (All Skill Levels)
This class will be both for beginners and intermediate levels. This will focus on the basics of how to paint mechs and machines using various techniques which could include washing, drybrushing, forms of weathering, etc. This will be a hands-on lecture-style class, meaning you'll be getting information while painting your mini! (3 hours. Limit 14 participants. $20 fee.)
Moderator: Cap’n Ed
Panelists: Cap’n Ed
5:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
Minis Painting Workshop: Skincare Routine -- Blending and Shading Techniques for Skin Tones (Intermediate)
This is an intermediate-level class. This class will concentrate on how to blend your paints to get smooth transitions on your models. We will particularly be focusing blending on cloth and other accessories such as bags and boots. This will be a hands-on lecture-style class, meaning you'll be getting information while painting your mini! (3 hours. Limit 14 participants. $20 fee.)
Moderator: Matt Cavanaugh
Panelists: Matt Cavanaugh
2:00 PM | Location: Boomer A
Mythology Art 101
Unicorns and griffins and dragons – oh my! Learn simple design and illustration techniques to bring your favorite mythological creatures to life on paper and screen.
Moderator: Jan S. Gephardt
Panelists: Jan S. Gephardt, Mitzi Bartlett, Peri Charlifu, Teddy Harvia, Rachael Mayo
10:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma A
Open Coloring & Empathy Exhibit for Kids
SoonerCon kids coloring area and hands-on empathy exhibit by Heroic Inner Kids org. Runs hourly in the Kids area during SoonerCon's daytime programming hours.
Moderator: Heroic Inner Kids
Panelists: Heroic Inner Kids
11:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma F
Paint & Take
Take a seat, grab a blank miniature figure and brush, and begin painting. You can take your mini home with you for free! Please, limit one mini/person. Game room sponsored by Streamlabs. Miniatures sponsored by Reaper Minis.
Moderator: Robert Henderson
Panelists: Robert Henderson, Stephanie McGathy
2:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma F
Paint & Take
Take a seat, grab a blank miniature figure and brush, and begin painting. You can take your mini home with you for free! Please, limit one mini/person. Game room sponsored by Streamlabs. Miniatures sponsored by Reaper Minis.
Moderator: Shaun Rice
Panelists: Shaun Rice
10:00 AM | Location: Boomer B
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: James Hollaman, Peri Charlifu, W J Hodgson, Johnnie Johnson, Harold Neal
Tracks: Art, Fantasy, Science Fiction
10:00 AM | Location: University C
Shortcake + Me: Q&A with Muriel Fahrion
Meet artist Muriel Fahrion, creator of beloved characters like Strawberry Shortcake, the Care Bears, and more in this interactive Q&A session.
Moderator: Muriel Fahrion
Panelists: Muriel Fahrion
Tracks: Fandoms, General Interest, Art, Pop Culture & Entertainment
Noon | Location: Oklahoma F
Sophie Says
With Sophie Says, you have 45 minutes to paint a miniature, but you have to do it as “Sophie Says.” You may have to stand up, or use only green, or paint the figure of the person to your left. There’s no telling what Sophie might say! Sophie Says happens at these times Saturday: 12 PM, 2 PM, and 4 PM. Game room sponsored by Streamlabs. Miniatures sponsored by Reaper Minis.
Moderator: Alex Manderfeld
Panelists: Alex Manderfeld, Mike Kirk
2:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma F
Sophie Says
With Sophie Says, you have 45 minutes to paint a miniature, but you have to do it as “Sophie Says.” You may have to stand up, or use only green, or paint the figure of the person to your left. There’s no telling what Sophie might say! Sophie Says happens at these times Saturday: 12 PM, 2 PM, and 4 PM. Game room sponsored by Streamlabs. Miniatures sponsored by Reaper Minis.
Moderator: Alex Manderfeld
Panelists: Alex Manderfeld, Mike Kirk
4:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma F
Sophie Says
With Sophie Says, you have 45 minutes to paint a miniature, but you have to do it as “Sophie Says.” You may have to stand up, or use only green, or paint the figure of the person to your left. There’s no telling what Sophie might say! Sophie Says happens at these times Saturday: 12 PM, 2 PM, and 4 PM. Game room sponsored by Streamlabs. Miniatures sponsored by Reaper Minis.
Moderator: Alex Manderfeld
Panelists: Alex Manderfeld, Mike Kirk
11:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma F
Speed Painting Competition
In our Speed Paint Competition, competitors each have 45 minutes to complete a figure provided. How detailed can you get? Winners can move on to further competition with prizes awarded in the final round. Times are 11 AM, 1 PM, 3 PM, and 5 PM Final Round on Saturday. Game room sponsored by Streamlabs. Miniatures sponsored by Reaper Minis.
Moderator: Alex Manderfeld
Panelists: Alex Manderfeld, Mike Kirk
1:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma F
Speed Painting Competition
In our Speed Paint Competition, competitors each have 45 minutes to complete a figure provided. How detailed can you get? Winners can move on to further competition with prizes awarded in the final round. Times are 11 AM, 1 PM, 3 PM, and 5 PM Final Round on Saturday. Game room sponsored by Streamlabs. Miniatures sponsored by Reaper Minis.
Moderator: Alex Manderfeld
Panelists: Alex Manderfeld, Mike Kirk
3:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma F
Speed Painting Competition
In our Speed Paint Competition, competitors each have 45 minutes to complete a figure provided. How detailed can you get? Winners can move on to further competition with prizes awarded in the final round. Times are 11 AM, 1 PM, 3 PM, and 5 PM Final Round on Saturday. Game room sponsored by Streamlabs. Miniatures sponsored by Reaper Minis.
Moderator: Alex Manderfeld
Panelists: Alex Manderfeld, Mike Kirk
5:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma F
Speed Painting Competition
In our Speed Paint Competition, competitors each have 45 minutes to complete a figure provided. How detailed can you get? Winners can move on to further competition with prizes awarded in the final round. Times are 11 AM, 1 PM, 3 PM, and 5 PM Final Round on Saturday. Game room sponsored by Streamlabs. Miniatures sponsored by Reaper Minis.
Moderator: Alex Manderfeld
Panelists: Alex Manderfeld, Mike Kirk
10:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
The Lighted Fairy House – A Polymer Clay Workshop
In this workshop, we will create a small, charming house perfect for a tiny fairy, lit from within by the warm glow of an LED tea light. Participants will be guided step by step in the process, with tips and options to give each creation its own unique stamp. Once the workshop concludes, the finished items will be taken to be baked, allowed to cool completely, and can then be picked up at the designated pick-up station at Con HQ. The fee covers all materials and a printed tutorial of the workshop. Please note: This workshop is designed for adults and teenagers. However, children are welcome to “assist” an adult participant. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $15 fee.)
Moderator: Mitzi Bartlett
Panelists: Mitzi Bartlett, Blair Bartlett - Alternate Realities Studio
10:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
Amigurumi Basics for Beginners
For the absolute beginner! Ever see a super-cute amigurumi and want to make one? Well, now you can. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of crochet, yarn types, and hooks, as well as learn how to read a basic amigurumi pattern. Then, make a basic amigurumi pattern. (1 hour. Limit 28 participants. $5 fee.)
Moderator: Cat of WhiskersandBeans
Panelists: Cat of WhiskersandBeans
2:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
Body Art 102: Detailing Techniques
As any cosplayer can tell you, everything is in the details. Once you put down your base makeup layer, what’s next? This class will go over products and techniques to take your character to the next level. Learn how to get that superhero musculature, how to give yourself dimension and texture, and how to make an inhuman character look more authentic. Class will include body paint, powders, and airbrush techniques. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $10 fee.)
Moderator: Vanessa Green
Panelists: Vanessa Green
10:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: JQH Boardroom
Build a Tiara
Join Sara Felix in a tiara-making workshop. Follow along, or make it your own. She will show you the basic techniques to make a gorgeous tiara fit for any fae prince or princess. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $20 fee.)
Moderator: Sara Felix
Panelists: Sara Felix
1:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma A1
Build Your Own Comic-Book Hero/Villain
Join the fun—help cast a villain or hero in the next big comic book. We'll create a superhero or supervillain in under an hour. (Supplies provided. Kid-friendly.)
Moderator: Jerry Bennett
Panelists: Jerry Bennett, Chaz Kemp, Mike Kennedy
3:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma A1
Cartooning for Kids
WingNuts cartoonist Teddy Harvia shares his line-art tricks for youth-aged funnies makers of all ages. Drawing supplies provided.
Moderator: Teddy Harvia
Panelists: Teddy Harvia
10:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
Clay Sculpting Make & Take
Using air-dry clay, learn sculpting techniques from master potter Peri Charlifu to make your own unique piece. (2 hours. Limit 10 participants. $15 fee.)
Moderator: Peri Charlifu
Panelists: Peri Charlifu
11:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Atrium
Coloring & Kicking It
Bring your coloring book and colored pencils or markers, and join us for hang times hotel side. We'll offer some tips and techniques for a cleaner or messier look while you relax and color.
Moderator: Harold Neal
Panelists: Harold Neal, James Hollaman
Tracks: Meetup, Art, General Interest
Noon | Location: Boomer B
Commission Work: The Joys, Pitfalls and Just Plain Weirdness!
Seasoned artists share their 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: Daniel Erickson
Panelists: Daniel Erickson, Mitzi Bartlett, Johnnie Johnson, Elizabeth Leggett, Harold Neal, Eric Osborn
Tracks: Business & Marketing, Comics, Art
1:00 PM | Location: University C
Cutthroat Iron Cosplay
Four cosplayers have 30 minutes to quick-construct the best costume using provided materials. A theme or required material is included, and basic cosplay materials are provided along with some not-so basic options to use. The audience is the judge of this creative contest. May the best cosplay win!
Moderator: Buck Berlin
Panelists: Buck Berlin, Chaotic Neutral Cosplay, Cal Custard, Lollalotus, the Lo-Fi Ky
Tracks: Gaming, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Contest, Costuming & Fashion, Art, Anime, Cosplay, Maker
11:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
Designing Book Covers with Chaz Kemp
Grab your laptop, iPad, or notebook and join award-winning artist and illustrator Chaz Kemp to learn how to design a book cover. Chaz will help you understand WHY certain elements are important so you can get started ASAP on your book-cover project. For artists and authors. (1 hour. Limit 28 participants.)
Moderator: Chaz Kemp
Panelists: Chaz Kemp
Tracks: Art, Writing & Publishing, Workshop
10:00 AM | Location: Noble
Fairy Build-a-Tale
Kids choose raw components from a list of story elements to assemble their own Heroic Journey. (Adults welcome too. Limit 14 participants.)
Moderator: Steven E. Wedel
Panelists: Steven E. Wedel, Teddy Harvia
Tracks: Art, Kids, Writing & Publishing, YA
1:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
How the Little Dragon Got So Big in Art
Dragons in early art tended to be smaller than a horse. Today's dragons are mighty and massive. What caused dragon inflation? An open discussion about the size discrepancies of dragons in art.
Moderator: Ted Pennella
Panelists: Ted Pennella, David Carrico, Tim Chessmore, Teddy Harvia, W J Hodgson
Tracks: History, Art, Culture & World Affairs, Fantasy
11:00 AM | Location: Boomer B
How to Turn Fandom into Your Job
There's money to be made in being a geek artist/maker/writer etc., if you can turn your passion into your profession. Join our panelists as they discuss tips, tricks, and how-tos on how to turn your interests into income.
Moderator: Amber Hanneken
Panelists: Amber Hanneken, JR Daniels, Bekah June, Melinda LaFevers, Tracy S. Morris, David J. Pedersen
Tracks: Podcasting, Art, Gaming, Business & Marketing, Cosplay, Maker, Writing & Publishing
10:00 AM | Location: Boomer B
I Will NEVER Make That Again
#neveragain: Artists, costumers, crafters and makers share ugly truths about the toughest creation they've ever made, and how it shaped their work going forward. Pics or it didn't happen!
Moderator: Kathleen M O'Brien
Panelists: Kathleen M O'Brien, Julie Barrett, Tim Chessmore, Cal Custard, Dara Fogel, PhD, WandererTJ
Tracks: Art, Cosplay, Maker, Costuming & Fashion
10:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Minis Workshop: Gussied Up – Painting Faces & Hair (Intermediate)
This is an intermediate-level class. This class will focus on techniques to use while painting facial features. This class will give methods to paint the smaller, but important, details of the face such as eyes. This class will also address ways to blend and highlight hair of the miniature as well. This will be a hands-on lecture-style class, meaning you'll be getting information while painting your mini! (3 hours. Limit 14 participants. $20 fee.)
Moderator: Mike Kirk
Panelists: Mike Kirk
10:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma A
Open Coloring & Empathy Exhibit for Kids
SoonerCon kids coloring area and hands-on empathy exhibit by Heroic Inner Kids org. Runs hourly in the Kids area during SoonerCon's daytime programming hours.
Moderator: Heroic Inner Kids
Panelists: Heroic Inner Kids
Noon | Location: Oklahoma F
Paint & Take
Take a seat, grab a blank miniature figure and brush, and begin painting. You can take your mini home with you for free! Please, limit one mini/person. Game room sponsored by Streamlabs. Miniatures sponsored by Reaper Minis.
Moderator: Payton Collins
Panelists: Payton Collins, Lawrence Collins, Dylan Eubanks
Noon | Location: Embassy Hotel: JQH Boardroom
Stuffed Animal Make & Take : Design Your Own
Come design and create your own simple stuffed animal. Hand sewing required. Design, hand sew, and stuff your own plushie! Children under 7 should be accompanied by an adult. (1 hour. Limit 14 participants. $15 fee.)
Moderator: Brenna Deutchman
Panelists: Brenna Deutchman
3:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
Teach An Artist New Tricks!
What’s new in technique or medium? What art kludges have you discovered? We all have our favorite medium, tools, and tricks. Let’s get together and share some ideas!
Moderator: Peri Charlifu
Panelists: Peri Charlifu, Tim Chessmore, Joshua Cook, Harold Neal
Tracks: Art
1:00 PM | Location: Sooner B
The Art of the Long Game: Keeping Momentum, Staying the Course
It’s easy to be super motivated when your business is brand new! But keeping momentum is hard. Setbacks and unexpected problems will face every artist. Our panel of professionals will talk about strategies that keep you focused and productive!
Moderator: Tommy B. Smith
Panelists: Tommy B. Smith, Blair Bartlett - Alternate Realities Studio, Rubiee Tallyn Hayes, Christina Stiles, Kim Ventrella, Scott Zrubek
Tracks: Business & Marketing, Writing & Publishing, Maker, Cosplay, Art, Gaming
2:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
The Future of Art In the Digital Age
With point-and-click applications and the ability to download any image in the world, how will art evolve in the future? What are the primary differences between traditional media and digital artwork that collectors are looking for? Can digital art be considered fine art? Award-winning artist guest of honor Elizabeth Leggett shares her thoughts. And she wants to hear from you!
Moderator: Elizabeth Leggett
Panelists: Elizabeth Leggett
Tracks: Internet Life, Art