Art
Noon | Location: Oklahoma G
Developing An Artistic Style
Industry pros share successful secrets on the elements of SF artistic style: Composition, Color, and Design. How can artists hone these skills to develop a distinctive style of art production?
Moderator: Chaz Kemp
Panelists: Chaz Kemp, Liz Campbell, Michael "Gecko" Adams, Robert Daniels, Robert Wilson IV
Noon | Location: Sooner B presented by Fowler Automotive
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: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
Hand Sewing for Beginners: Button Tree
In this session, learn basic embroidery techniques for backstitching and how to sew on a button, and leave with a finished piece of art! Participants will have their choice of making a summer or fall colors tree for this project. (2 hours. Limit 12 participants. $15 fee.)
Moderator: Whitney Sews
Panelists: Whitney Sews
Tracks: Art, Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, General Interest, Workshop
Noon | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
Body Painting Demo
Join the Creative Countess and watch as they turn a person into a living work of art. From intricate designs to stunning illusions, this live demo will take you on a visual journey that pushes the boundaries of imagination. (2 hours)
Moderator: Creative Countess
Panelists: Creative Countess
Tracks: Art, Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Workshop
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; Saturday 12 PM, 2 PM, and 4 PM and; Sunday 1 PM. Miniatures and prizes sponsored by Reaper Minis and Game HQ.
Moderator: 0
Noon | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Intro to Miniature Painting with Goobertown Hobbies
No experience necessary! This session is geared towards beginners, but should be fun for any skill level. Equipment, supplies, and miniatures are provided. Learn to pick fun colors, apply smooth coats of paint, and bring a model to life! The model painted in this class will be a cyberpunk kobold. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $30 fee.)
Moderator: Brent Amberger AKA Goobertown Hobbies
Panelists: Brent Amberger AKA Goobertown Hobbies
Noon | Location: Embassy Hotel: JQH Boardroom presented by Morningstar Storage
Rock a Pocket
Women’s clothes are notorious for having terrible pockets, but have you ever wondered how women carried anything back in the days of enormous dresses? Get up close and personal with 18th century pockets by making one of your own! You’ll be able to decorate and hand sew your very own historic pocket in this make and take. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $10 fee.)
Moderator: Britt Alfred
Panelists: Britt Alfred
Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Art, Maker, Workshop
1:00 PM | Location: Noble
Treasure Bag Making
Kids customize a pouch for dice, rock collections, or whatever else they can imagine needing to store in this make and take activity for young collectors.
Moderator: Heroic Inner Kids
Panelists: Heroic Inner Kids
Tracks: Kids, Maker, Art, General Interest
1:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma F
Minis 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. Miniatures sponsored by Reaper Minis, with additional supplies sponsored by Game HQ. (4 hours)
Moderator: 0
1:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Cosplay Shoots for Beginners
Deep dive with Dark Side Cosplay on easy posing techniques you can use for your next costumed photo shoot. Learn about useful resources for sourcing inspiration, getting comfortable with the camera, plus tips for optimizing use of the time and setting during the shoot.
Moderator: Dark Side Cosplay
Panelists: Dark Side Cosplay
Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Art
2:00 PM | Location: Boomer A
The Age of the Mega Media Machine
Comcast, Disney, Paramount, Warner Bros, Fox: The top 5 media corporations own a majority of the media we consume worldwide. Netflix is a close sixth, piloting the streaming model we enjoy today. That's A LOT of control over message and narrative. As Wilde said, "Things are because we see them, and what we see, and how we see it, depends on the Arts that influenced us.
Moderator: Daniel Erickson
Panelists: Caleb Masters, Daniel Erickson, Dr Paisley, Kevin Dilmore, Matthew Price, Scott Zrubek
Tracks: Pop Culture & Entertainment, Business & Marketing, Film & TV, History, Writing & Publishing, Art
2:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Mini Painting: Smooth Transitions in Clothing and Beginner Faces
Bring your best brush control! We'll be showing you some of the techniques for painting realistic faces, as well as blending highlights and shadows to create smooth color transitions on clothing and skin. Equipment, supplies, and miniatures are provided. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $20 fee.)
Moderator: Mike Kirk
Panelists: 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; Saturday 12 PM, 2 PM, and 4 PM and; Sunday 1 PM. Miniatures and prizes sponsored by Reaper Minis and Game HQ.
Moderator: 0
2:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
Intro to Crocheting
Welcome to the art of crochet! This class is a beginner-level introduction to crochet, but all skill levels are welcome. Participants will learn how to make a slip knot, foundation chain, turning chain and work in single crochet to make a dishcloth. This is an excellent way to begin mastering how to hold a crochet hook, yarn tension, as well as practicing making consistent stitches.
During this course, we will work on these beginning steps to crochet and when you leave, you can continue the same steps
that we learn in class to finish making a dishcloth at home. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $25 fee.)
Moderator: Audrey Lippe aka The Knotty Gnome
Panelists: Audrey Lippe aka The Knotty Gnome
2:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: JQH Boardroom presented by Morningstar Storage
Victorian Art - Basics in Quilling
Use the Victorian art form of quilling to explore geometric shapes, a creative way to make three-dimensional artworks. Quilling is an art form that involves the use of strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs. 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
3:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Safety in Photography: Finding the Right Photographer and Staying Safe
In this panel, join cosplayer and professional model Christina Dark Cosplay for a discussion about what to look for in photographers, identifying red flags and avoiding predators by keeping yourself safe.
Moderator: Christina Dark Cosplay
Panelists: Christina Dark Cosplay
Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Art
4:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 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 14 participants. $15 fee.)
Moderator: Sara Felix
Panelists: Sara Felix
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; Saturday 12 PM, 2 PM, and 4 PM and; Sunday 1 PM. Miniatures and prizes sponsored by Reaper Minis and Game HQ.
Moderator: 0
4:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
Sculpting Using Recycled Materials
Want to 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. (Limit 28 participants, first come, first seated.)
Moderator: Joshua Cook
Panelists: Joshua Cook
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
6:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Mini Painting: Nude Skin (18+ Adult Only)
Painting skin is difficult, but painting a nude model is truly a challenge. Join us to learn how to use layering and glazing to mimic the natural form of a naked body. Participants must be 18+ as this miniature will be risqué. Equipment, supplies, and miniatures are provided. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $20 fee.)
Moderator: Alex Manderfeld
Panelists: Alex Manderfeld
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: Chaotic Neutral Cosplay, Crazy Red Artist, Dara Fogel, PhD, Elizabeth Leggett, J.H. Fleming, Julie Barrett, Kent Cordray, Kimber E Chessmore, La Blanke, Mel White, Phillip Drayer Duncan, Rook Riley, Scott Zrubek, Shai Fenwick, Sherri Dean, Sue Sinor, Tall Chick Cosplay, William Ledbetter
Tracks: Meetup, General Interest, Writing & Publishing, 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 31 artist guest of honor Chaz Kemp, and other award-winning artists in the show. Light desserts provided. (2 hours)
Moderator: Chaz Kemp
Panelists: Chaz Kemp
Tracks: Art, Meetup, General Interest
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
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
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: Sooner B presented by Fowler Automotive
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
10:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Mini Painting: Skin and Muscles with Goobertown Hobbies
Prior experience painting minis is useful, but not required. The session is designed to be fun for all skill levels. Equipment, supplies, and miniatures are provided. This class will focus on layering techniques to make muscles really pop! Choose to work on human skin tones, or colors from a fantasy race. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $30 fee.)
Moderator: Brent Amberger AKA Goobertown Hobbies
Panelists: Brent Amberger AKA Goobertown Hobbies
11:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma F
Minis 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. Miniatures sponsored by Reaper Minis, with additional supplies sponsored by Game HQ. (3 hours)
Moderator: 0
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
11:00 AM | Location: Boomer B
Yin/Yang, Good/Bad, Light/Dark
It has been said that there could be no good without evil. But which is which? Are they two sides of a coin, never to meet, or are there degrees of each? What of the concept of a “necessary evil”?
Moderator: Julia S. Mandala
Panelists: A C Smart, Chaz Kemp, Julia S. Mandala, Laura J. Underwood, THE james k burk, Tommy B. Smith
Tracks: Culture & World Affairs, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Writing & Publishing, Art
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. Miniatures and prizes sponsored by Reaper Minis and Game HQ.
Moderator: 0
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 art 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: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
Paint a Warhammer-inspired Chibi Miniature
Do you enjoy miniatures that are tough but also cute? Come and learn how to paint a 40K Battle Sisters themed miniature in the cute chibi anime style! Equipment, supplies, and miniatures are provided. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $20 fee.)
Moderator: Aaron Wilkerson
Panelists: Aaron Wilkerson
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; Saturday 12 PM, 2 PM, and 4 PM and; Sunday 1 PM. Miniatures and prizes sponsored by Reaper Minis and Game HQ.
Moderator: 0
1:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Intro to Miniature Painting with Goobertown Hobbies
No experience necessary! This session is geared towards beginners, but should be fun for any skill level. Equipment, supplies, and miniatures are provided. Learn to pick fun colors, apply smooth coats of paint, and bring a model to life! The model painted in this class will be a cyberpunk kobold. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $30 fee.)
Moderator: Brent Amberger AKA Goobertown Hobbies
Panelists: Brent Amberger AKA Goobertown Hobbies
1:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
Imaginary Creatures: Essential to Fantasy?
Why are cryptids and creatures so prominent in SF? Can you call it fantasy if it doesn't have fantastic creatures? How do creatives bring these to life in ways that keep us imagining what else there could be?
Moderator: vickey malone kennedy
Panelists: A. Lee Martinez, B. J. Thrower, Linda Donahue, Rachael Mayo, Rook Riley, vickey malone kennedy
Tracks: Fantasy, Supernatural & Paranormal, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Art, Writing & Publishing, Film & TV, Gaming
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. Miniatures and prizes sponsored by Reaper Minis and Game HQ.
Moderator: 0
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; Saturday 12 PM, 2 PM, and 4 PM and; Sunday 1 PM. Miniatures and prizes sponsored by Reaper Minis and Game HQ.
Moderator: 0
2:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Atrium
Coloring & Kicking It
Bring your own coloring book or feel free to use a coloring sheet, and join us. We'll offer some tips and techniques for a cleaner or messier look while you relax and color. (Supplies provided. 2 hours)
Moderator: Kimber E Chessmore
Panelists: Kimber E Chessmore, Rachael Mayo
Tracks: Art, Meetup, General Interest, Comics
2:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
Clay Sculpting Make & Take: Part 1
Learn sculpting techniques from artist and fandom sculptor Terry Southard to make your own unique piece using air dry clay. In this first session, participants will sculpt their piece to be dried overnight. In the second session on Sunday, participants paint their completed piece for a finished look. Participants may take their piece with them Saturday if unable to return for part two. (2 hours each day. Limit 14 participants. $20 fee.)
Moderator: Terry Southard
Panelists: Terry Southard
2:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma F
Minis 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. Miniatures sponsored by Reaper Minis, with additional supplies sponsored by Game HQ. (3 hours)
Moderator: 0
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. Miniatures and prizes sponsored by Reaper Minis and Game HQ.
Moderator: 0
3:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Mini Painting: The Illusion of Textures
Real life is full of contrasting textures. This class will teach you how to paint the appearance of textures like hair, scuffs on leather, or even scars on flesh. Equipment, supplies, and miniatures are provided. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $20 fee.)
Moderator: Robert Henderson
Panelists: Robert Henderson
4:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
Fan-Made Content: Reimagined Creation or Copyright Issue?
What is considered acceptable (and unacceptable) use of existing works in fan-made creations like art, cosplay, or fan fiction? Isn’t a little creative license part of nerd culture? Where's the line for such creative inspirations?
Moderator: Jan S. Gephardt
Panelists: Hall of Femme, James Farr, Jan S. Gephardt, L.L.Killjoy, Peri Charlifu, Sally Hamilton
Tracks: Pop Culture & Entertainment, Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Maker, Art, Writing & Publishing, Comics, Content Creation & Podcasting, General Interest
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; Saturday 12 PM, 2 PM, and 4 PM and; Sunday 1 PM. Miniatures and prizes sponsored by Reaper Minis and Game HQ.
Moderator: 0
4:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 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
Tracks: Art, Maker, Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Workshop
4:00 PM | Location: Noble
Treasure Bag Making
Kids customize a pouch for dice, rock collections, or whatever else they can imagine needing to store in this make and take activity for young collectors.
Moderator: Heroic Inner Kids
Panelists: Heroic Inner Kids
Tracks: Kids, Maker, Art, General Interest
5:00 PM | Location: Boomer A
Build a SyFy™ Saturday Night
Soonercon’s classic game-show panel. Panelists spin the wheel for wacky plotline components and actor combinations, and create an original Saturday Night SyFy™ feature!
Moderator: Craig Wolf
Panelists: Allison Stein, Craig Wolf, James Hollaman, Julia S. Mandala, Linda Donahue, Rook Riley, Steven E. Wedel
Tracks: Art, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Gaming, Film & TV, Writing & Publishing
5:00 PM | Location: Classified
Miniatures Painting Competition Judging
Minis painting judges will deliberate in this closed judging session. (6 hours)
Moderator: Shilo Russell
Panelists: Brent Amberger AKA Goobertown Hobbies, Mike Kirk, Robert Henderson, Shilo Russell
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. Miniatures and prizes sponsored by Reaper Minis and Game HQ.
Moderator: 0
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
6:00 PM | Location: University C
Art/Charity Auction
Come bid high and often at the art and charity live auctions!
Moderator: Dr Paisley
Panelists: Dr Paisley, Mark Coughran
Tracks: Art, General Interest
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
7:00 PM | Location: Boomer A
Costume Contest Line Up
All Soonercon Costume Contest participants (age 13+ division) report to contest green room (Boomer A ballroom) for placement and line-up assignments.
Moderator: 0
Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Contest, Art, Maker, Performing Arts
8:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ presented by Robot House
Costume Contest
Soonercon's 31st annual Costume Contest.
Moderator: John Eads/Jim Shorts
Panelists: Christina Dark Cosplay, Dark Side Cosplay, John Eads/Jim Shorts, Tiffany Gordon Cosplay, Whitney Sews
Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Contest, Art, Maker, Performing Arts
10:00 AM | Location: University C
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 turning your interests into income.
Moderator: FoxDaddy
Panelists: Buck Berlin, FoxDaddy, Kevin Dilmore, Liz Campbell, Robert Daniels, What’s Up Fandom Podcast
Tracks: Business & Marketing, Maker, Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Writing & Publishing, Art, Content Creation & Podcasting, Gaming, Comics
10:00 AM | Location: Sooner B presented by Fowler Automotive
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
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
10:00 AM | Location: Noble
Make your Own Monster
Kids create monstrous artwork using unique art supplies such as paper and straw cleaners.
Moderator: Heroic Inner Kids
Panelists: Heroic Inner Kids
10:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
Japanese Calligraphy and Meditation
Shodō, which translates to "the way of writing," is much more than putting ink on paper. Shodō is also about the artist's spirit, emotion, discipline, and sophistication. Discover the meditative aspect of this art form and watch as a skilled calligrapher gracefully wields their brush to transform strokes into profound expressions of beauty and balance.
Moderator: Aya Iwamoto, Japan America Society of Oklahoma
Panelists: Aya Iwamoto, Japan America Society of Oklahoma
Tracks: Culture & World Affairs, Art, Workshop
11:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma F
Minis 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. Miniatures sponsored by Reaper Minis, with additional supplies sponsored by Game HQ. (1 hour)
Moderator: Brent Amberger AKA Goobertown Hobbies
Panelists: Brent Amberger AKA Goobertown Hobbies
11:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Mini Painting: Weather Your Mechs
So you've painted a mech, but now how do you make it look battle-hardened? This class will teach you how to apply weathering techniques like scratches and rust to a mech miniature. Equipment, supplies, and miniatures are provided. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $20 fee.)
Moderator: Cap'n Ed
Panelists: Cap’n Ed
Noon | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Atrium
Coloring & Kicking It
Bring your own coloring book or feel free to use a coloring sheet, and join us. We'll offer some tips and techniques for a cleaner or messier look while you relax and color. (Supplies provided.)
Moderator: James Hollaman
Panelists: James Hollaman, Kimber E Chessmore
Tracks: Art, Meetup, General Interest, Comics
Noon | Location: Oklahoma F
Minis 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. Miniatures sponsored by Reaper Minis, with additional supplies sponsored by Game HQ. (4 hours)
Moderator: 0
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
1:00 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; Saturday 12 PM, 2 PM, and 4 PM and; Sunday 1 PM. Miniatures and prizes sponsored by Reaper Minis and Game HQ.
Moderator: 0
1:00 PM | Location: University C
Cutthroat Iron Cosplay
The showdown returns! Four cosplayers have 30 minutes to quick-construct the best costume with the provided materials. Basic cosplay materials are provided along with some not-so basic options to use, as well as a secret theme and required materials. The audience is the judge of this creative contest. May the best cosplay win! (Supplies provided. 2 hours.)
Moderator: Buck Berlin
Panelists: Buck Berlin, Hall of Femme, Lollalotus, Rynaga, Whitney Sews
Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Gaming, Maker, Art, Pop Culture & Entertainment
1:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
SFX Makeup for Beginners: Cosplay Edition
There's a world of SFX make-up and prosthetics techniques to help punch your costume up to a new level. In this demo, Creative Countess shows how to complete a basic prosthetic application and shares makeup techniques to blend and shade to achieve a realistic-looking body modification for your next cosplay. Plus, let's learn how to safely remove these when you're finished, and other pro tips for cleaning and storing reusable SFX pieces. (2 hours)
Moderator: Creative Countess
Panelists: Creative Countess
Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Art, Workshop
1:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Mini Painting: Mechs and Power Armor with Goobertown Hobbies
Prior experience painting minis is useful, but not required. The session is designed to be fun for all skill levels. Equipment, supplies, and miniatures are provided. We’ll be starting with a solid-color mini clad in metal armor plates. We’ll use blacklining, edge highlighting, and weathering techniques to make them look great! (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $30 fee.)
Moderator: Brent Amberger AKA Goobertown Hobbies
Panelists: Brent Amberger AKA Goobertown Hobbies
2:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
Who Decides High Culture?
Jim Grealy: “Popular culture is the culture of a subordinate class.” Do you agree? What pop culture trends have achieved recognition by the cognoscenti (think Andy Warhol)? Is it only a matter of time before a work or artist can ascend to Art? Don't forget college classes on Trek or pulp detectives. Turns out, pop culture creation and collecting is BIG MONEY nowadays and it's still the art of the people.
Moderator: Dara Fogel, PhD
Panelists: Dara Fogel, PhD, Kevin Dilmore, Mark Alfred, Red Bard
Tracks: Pop Culture & Entertainment, Culture & World Affairs, Art, Writing & Publishing
2:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
Live Animation Follow-Along Session w/ James Farr
Join pro animator and YouTube guru James Farr to learn his tips on using Adobe Animate to animate and create lip syncs.
Moderator: James Farr
Panelists: James Farr
Tracks: Art
2:00 PM | Location: Noble
Treasure Bag Making
Kids customize a pouch for dice, rock collections, or whatever else they can imagine needing to store in this make and take activity for young collectors.
Moderator: Heroic Inner Kids
Panelists: Heroic Inner Kids
Tracks: Kids, Maker, Art, General Interest
2:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
Clay Sculpting Make & Take: Part 2
Learn sculpting techniques from artist and fandom sculptor Terry Southard to make your own unique piece using air dry clay. In this second session, participants will paint their completed, dried piece for a finished look. (2 hours each day. Limit 14 participants from Part 1 session.)
Moderator: Terry Southard
Panelists: Terry Southard
3:00 PM | Location: Sooner A
Steampunk for Everyone
Steampunk style is alive and well nearly two hundred years after its inspiration. An introduction to steampunk for the curious and a resource share for the familiar, we’ll discuss fashion and props, and innovative historical twists on modern amenities as the hallmarks of this community of makers, dreamers and doers
Moderator: Melinda LaFevers
Panelists: Aaron Bossig, Kathleen M. O'Brien, Mace Kendu, Melinda LaFevers, vickey malone kennedy
Tracks: Pop Culture & Entertainment, History, Writing & Publishing, Art, Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion