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posted Sep 5, 2019, 10:51 PM
D D writes:
ALBUQUERQUE COMIC CON 2014
(11-12 Jan 2014)
Albuquerque, New Mexico
One of my many Joker sketches by one of my favorite artists, George
Perez, from my youth. At the 2014 ACC, George was sitting next to Steve
Englehart, so in honor of Steve’s Detective Comics #475 story “The
Laughing Fish!”, I asked George if I could get the Joker with a Laughing
Fish in honor of Steve’s story. George loved the idea, and after he
completed the sketch, George insisted that he go with me over to Steve’s
table to get a picture together. I even had Steve sign it to recognize
the laughing fish. Absolutely 2 awesome creators to meet! Obtained from
George at the 2014 ACC. Thank you George snd Steve!
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The story behind the Rich Buckler/George Perez 2014 Team-Up
posted May 21, 2017, 11:17 AM by Vu Nguyen
D D writes:
ALBUQUERQUE COMIC CON 2014
(11-12 Jan 2014)
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Sad day yesterday (20-May-2017). We lost a
legendary comic artist. When I had an opportunity to meet Rich Buckler for the
first time at the 2014 ACC, I knew I had to get a commission from him.
So I contacted him prior to the show, and arranged 2 commissions. One
was the penciled Joker which I have already posted in my Joker gallery,
and the second was this one.
The concept for this commission was
that, George Perez (one of my all-time favorite artists) was going to be
in attendance at the 2014 ACC also. I knew that George was mentored by
Rich when George first entered the business. So, I need a jam that would
pull the artists together. Nothing says partnership more than Superman
and Batman...The World's Finest. I explained to Rich in detail what I
wanted, and how I wanted the characters posed. When I arrived to the
show, Rich had his Batman competed. Throughout the show, when I was
walking by, he would keep asking me to see it, and he kept touching it
up. When I picked it from Rich, it was n Friday night. Friday night was
vendor night, and most artists were not going to be in attendance until
Saturday and Sunday. Rich got into the show Friday night, with just a
couple of hours left. I told him who I was, so I could pick up my
commissions. He had to run to the restroom, so he asked me if I would
watch his table for a few minutes. Upon his return, I sat with him for
about an hour, and we talked. He signed other items I had brought with
me. He was just absolutely a nice guy!
Fast forward to next day,
Saturday. I needed to get George Perez to do Superman, knowing that he
usually only does the quick head sketches (which I will posting many
many of in the upcoming months). When I reached my turn in line for
George, I showed George what I wanted and explained to George why I
wanted it. He was hesitant at first, but agreed for a reasonable fee
above his normal fee. The reason George agreed to do it, was because
Rich had outlined in pencil the Superman pose. George just had to fill
in the blank, so to speak. I was in heaven after I obtained Superman
from George!
Towards the end of the show on Saturday, I was at
getting another sketch from George (actually the last sketch of the day
since the show was closing), and who should be waking by...Rich Buckler.
The 3 of us were chatting, and George completed my sketch. I asked if I
could get a picture of the 2 of them posing the same way as Superman
and Batman. Almost in unison, they both said "ABSOLUTELY!" George was in
great spirits, and got into Superman serious mode for the picture. Of
all the shows I have attended, none have ended on a more perfect note
than this.
Sorry for the lengthy description, but I feel Rich
Buckler deserves the recognition for making this sketch possible and
turning a fan's show experience into one of his most memorable show
moments! Thank you George and Rich! And Rich, forever may you Rest In
Peace!
My only regret at this show, was not getting a picture with both of them :-(
- Photo 1: Rich completed Batman (Pre-Superman being added).
- Photo 2. George adding Superman!
- Photo 3: World's Finest!
- Photo 4: I took the photo to the 2014 DCC, where both artists were in attendance, and had them sign it.
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George Perez and Rich Buckler, together again at the Albuquerque Comic Con 2014
posted Jan 17, 2014, 2:39 PM by Vu Nguyen
ALBUQUERQUE COMIC CON 2014
(11-12 Jan 2014)
Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Albuquerque Comic Con Schedule and AAC Exclusive
posted Dec 26, 2013, 9:47 PM
ALBUQUERQUE COMIC CON 2014
(11-12 Jan 2014)
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Panel Schedules
Sunday
Francesca Room
11:00 Star Wars Behind the Death Star with Bruce Logan
12:00 Ray Park Q&A
1:00 Special Guest Rich Buckler
2:00 Steve Englehart
3:00 George Perez
4:00 Nei, Raven, and Ebas
5:00 Nicole Brune, David Harrigan, Steve Frank
Photo Op $40 ea (Unless noted differently)
...and " George Perez/ David Harrigan ACC Exclusive" print...
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