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Neil Vokes, Billy Tucci, Greg Horn, Steve Conley, John Snyder, Marc
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As luck would have it, George Perez was there early! Along side him was
inker Tom Smith, so I pulled out my copy of JLA/Avengers #1 and got them
both to sign it. George also accommodated me by signing my copy of
Tales of the Teen Titans # 44 which introduced Nightwing. George was
very energetic and it was nice to see him in high spirits early in the
morning when most people weren’t even at the con yet. He was talking
with Marvel editor Tom Breevport so I didn’t stand around ogling. As I
was walking away, an announcer welcomed everyone into the con.
Immediately, people
came running in frantically looking for something. As Mary so eloquently
stated above, it was indeed the Jim Lee line. It was scary to see
people running that fast, especially since Jim wasn’t even in the
building yet! I went back over to Koop’s area and met back up with Mary
for my Venti Café Mocha…ahhhhh!
Make no mistake about it.
If there was a "belle of the ball" at the Baltimore con, it was George
Perez. Sure Jim Lee packed them in on the Saturday that he was there.
But George was there on both Saturday and Sunday, early both days and
with the exception of panels, was at his booth all day. Everyone wanted
to talk with him or take a glance of this comic legend! (As seen in my
photo of artist Michael Avon Oeming watching Perez from afar, or
writer/artist Billy Tucci holding up a copy of the 200,000+ copy selling
JLA/Avengers) I spoke with an 11-year old girl who got a Wonder Woman
head sketch from George, which was a miracle since he hurt his hand
while finishing up JLA/Avengers #4 and had it in a brace! The man was
just everywhere…
Despite the high winds and floods provided by Hurricane Isabel,
Baltimore Comicon was a roaring success. Held September 20 and 21,
the show was the launch pad for More Fund Comics, an amazing
anthology of comics by dozens of creators including Frank Cho,
Brandon Petersen, Scott Kurtz, Mark Schultz, John Gallagher, Steve
Conley, John Romita Jr, & John Romita Sr., Mike Oeming, and many,
many more. Over 500 copies of the book were sold at the show,
including the exclusive, limited edition Frank Cho variant cover,
featuring the title character from his upcoming series "Summer
Days."
In addition to More Fund, Jim Lee signed all day on Saturday for
crowds numbering in the hundreds. Following Lee's marathon
signing, the More Fund Auction happened, where the Fund auctioned George Perez's cover to More Fund, Steve Conley's art from the
interiors, a one of a kind Frank Miller banner, and much more,
raising $5,000 for the Fund. All told Baltimore Comicon raised
$8,600 for free speech!
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Not surprisingly, the guest line-up may have been a major influence on
the attendance upswing. One of the bigger names (who was only able to
attend on Saturday) was Jim Lee, whose popularity has only grown more
thanks to the soon to conclude Hush (with Jeph Loeb) on DC’s Batman. Lee
was there in support of DC, Wildstorm, and most importantly, the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund,
Lee’s presence at the con was in fact, courtesy of the CBLDF. The other
names that attracted autograph lines on the Lee scale included George
Perez (hot on the heels of the release of JLA/Avengers 1), Geoff Johns,
Scott Kolins, Walter Simonson, Mike Kunkel, Mark Waid and of course,
local favorite, Frank Cho.
...
Given the plethora of negative press that CrossGen has garnered in
recent weeks (given their admitted financial challenges), I was
pleasantly surprised to see a strong turnout for the CrossGen panel on
Saturday morning. The panel consisted of Ron Marz (serving as host)
along with Brandon Peterson and George Perez. At the outset, Marz
acknowledged the fiscal “hiccups” that CrossGen is currently enduring.
All three men remain optimistic about the long-term prospects of
CrossGen, with Perez going so far as seemingly endorsing the company
with his praise, acknowledging that he has far less to lose (given his
recent “freelance” success with Avengers/JLA) than the 100+ families who
look to CrossGen for salary, benefits. As Perez noted, that if they’re
willing to stay committed, he cannot help but believe in the company as
well. Marz is not viewing CrossGen’s current plight with rose-colored
glasses by any means, noting “we’re not out of the woods yet.”
That being said, CrossGen is clearly trying to turn some negatives into
positives, as Peterson noted at the panel. The shake-up, as Peterson
described it, gave CrossGen a chance to stop and look at the big
picture, as they prepared/planned the upcoming War, which will be drawn
by Perez. In fact, Marz presented the first issue’s script to Perez at
the panel. In discussing the War, it became readily apparent that Perez
would not be returning to his monthly assignment on Solus, once The War
wraps up. Why that is remains uncertain. As part of the War, CrossGen
has acknowledged that some books will stop publishing, while other, new
ones may begin. Marz emphasized that unlike DC/Marvel “event” comic
miniseries (where toys [characters] are taken from the shelf, but then
“returned” to the same place at the story’s end)—with War “all the rules
are off—for good, dramatic reasons…people tend to die in wars.”
A scheduling change meant that I missed the JLA/Avengers panel (its time
was flip-flopped with Jose Villarrubia’s art lecture). This led to some
great comedy, as I sat through the thoroughly enjoyable Writers 101
panel (more on that in a minute) and stayed around for Avengers/JLA.
When a swarm of college age students sat around me, I was bewildered.
While I know the book had been a success, I assumed it was more
successful with the ages 30 to 40 demographics. When Villarrubia walked
in and there was no sign of Perez or editor Tom Brevoort, I knew I was
in the wrong place.
September 23, 2003 | Pulse's Baltimore 2003 Report
The main hall stayed packed for most of Saturday, with a particular peak
of frenzy during the Jim (Batman) Lee signing at the CBLDF table (see
Vog #5 at above link for footage). Many attendees and exhibitors who met
Jim for the first time at the show commented on what an incredibly nice
guy he is, and were impressed that he has managed to remain so humble
and patient despite the hundreds of adoring fans champing at the bit for
his signature. Other tables among the many that drew consistent crowds
were Insight Studio Group, George (JLA/AVENGERS) Perez, Walter (ORION,
ELRIC) Simonson, Mark (FANTASTIC FOUR/SUPERMAN: BIRTHRIGHT) Waid and
Matt (GRENDEL, TRINITY) Wagner.
Kids, kids and more kids were at the show, which made this alterna-girl
feel a bit weird selling randy titles like TRUE PORN and FANCY FROGLIN
at her table, but the parents accompanying said tots seemed
philosophical (and a few snuck back later--sans young ones--to purchase
some of the offending material, for closer inspection).
At the end of Saturday, the CBLDF auction (see a list of auctioned items here)
drew a decent crowd, although Charles Brownstein’s impromptu offering
of a date with Dean Haspiel to the highest bidder didn’t go as well as
might be expected, since the crowd was almost exclusively male. See what
you missed, ladies? According to Brownstein, the auction raised about
$5,400 including $1,000 for the George Perez "More Fund" cover and
$1,500 for the Lee/Perez jam.
Ron Marz, Brandon Peterson, and George Perez made it to the Baltimore
Comic Convention this weekend, bringing with them a stripped down
Crossgen booth apparently designed for smaller conventions. There were a
few revealations, be forewarned of possible spoilers ahead!
The three of them held a panel discussion on Crossgen today, much of
which was spent discussing "The War" miniseries. Ron Marz (who is
writing the miniseries) made use of the event to ceremoniously hand over
the script to the first issue to George Perez (who will be the artist
on the series). George complained that there weren't enough characters
in the script, but that he would change that. They also handed out
copies of the Call to Arms poster at the conclusion of the panel.
Not much was revealed about the miniseries. It will be three issues,
each 38 pages in length, with the first issue coming out in late May
2004. Incidentally, in a later conversation I had with George, he
confirmed that it is Sephie depicted in the print.
They spoke a little bit about the financial troubles facing Crossgen,
which have yet to be resolved. They admitted that morale is off, but the
issues are being completed on time even if they aren't being published
on time. George said he is committed to remaining at Crossgen, despite
repeated efforts to get him to defect, however it is unlikely he will
return to
Solus after doing The War (on the other hand, Solus may not return after the miniseries).
Some odds and ends: There will be a second round of DVDs out before Christmas, possibly including Chimera. Heroclix
is interested in doing a full set of Crossgen figures. Brandon did the
cover art for the convention program, a great drawing of Arwyn holding
the American flag. George did the Hulk cover art for the More Fund
charity anthology (regular edition - there was also a limited edition
with a Frank Cho cover), while Ron and Brandon collaborated on a story
for the anthology. I asked Ron if it was true that Mystic was due to be
cancelled - he wouldn't confirm or deny it but said it would be
published through next Spring at least. Right now Ron is working on the
crossover story between The Path and Way of the Rat. Everyone is
delighted with the script for the Way of the Rat movie, Ron did indicate
that the script writers have come up with an different take on how Po
Po started talking. It sounds like Chimera has a movie deal already.
Crossgen expatriates Mark Waid and Joshua Middleton were also at the
convention.
I'll probably think of more later, or will hear more tomorrow, and will
add to this account if I do. If anyone else picked up on something I
missed please jump in!
GEORGE PEREZ
(21 Sep 03) at
at the Baltimore Con, photo by ES
BATMAN VS JLA
art by Jim Lee and George Pérez, photo by ES
Baltimore Comic Con 2003 Report
Sun, 21 Sep 2003 20:26:31 -0400
written by ES
I had a great time at the con. George wasn't sketching due to Carpel
Tunnel Syndrome (Note: Brace in Photo) but he was signing. I was there
both days and had George sign by Crisis TPB on Saturday and on Sunday a
copy of the More Fun Comic and two copies of JLA/AVENGERS. Even though
George wasn't sketching he was signing up a storm and posing for photos.
Everybody Loves George.
I attended the CrossGen Panel on Saturday. Ron Marz and George talked about THE WAR coming out this spring. Sounds
Great!!! I was unable to attend the JLA/AVENGERS panel due to them
change time slots on Sunday. Sorry No Transcript this time.
I also met a lot of comic creators, some for the first time and
some that I have met before. Tom Brevoort, Frank Cho, Geoff Johns, Karl Kesel, Scott Kolins, Martin Nobel and Family, Howard Porter and Mark
Waid.
Everybody was great!!!
September 22, 2003 | Baltimore Con Report (SunWuKong)
Just got back from the Baltimore Comicon 2003 and, as usual, I had one
hell of a time (and hell on my finances). Here's what I can remember
from the con regarding Perez:
Crossgen's "The War"
is going to be 3 issues long and it's going to be written by Ron Marz.
The first issue is going to be solicted in May of 2004. It's going to
resolve many storylines in many of the Crossgen titles.
Perez is jubelent about JLA/Avengers first issue success. He says that he can finally clear out is debts and then some. The selling of the art alone is going to provide his wife with a new car! He also is very glad that this series is totally going to be for the fans.
As of today. 1/4 of issue 4 of JLA/Avengers
is pen & inked. It looks like it will meet the Dec 31st release
date. Perez is very commited to meeting the deadline so that all of the
issues will be released before 2004.
There is talk of about what format the collected edition is going to be. Perez said that DC is talking to put it into an "absolute" HC format (which I will lobby to no end!). They also said that the prior JLA/Avengers art might be printed in the collected edition as well.
Perez needs the cover to issue 3 back because he needs to draw 4 more characters in it! It took 3 weeks for him to draw it. Tom Smith was asking fan at the con to find him color references for some of the characters!
I did get one nugget of exclusive info. Hawkeye and Black Canary will meet in issue 3.
That's all I can think of right now. I'll see how much will get back to me later on in the week.
Much to my regret, I was not able to make it to Baltimore Comic-Con
after all. The drive from Raleigh through Virginia and on to Baltimore
was just too treacherous, especially as my wife and son were coming
along. On the positive side, I'm using the time to finish up the book.
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
What's new with CrossGen?
Find out what's coming new from CrossGen with Brandon Peterson, Ron
Marz and George Perez. A “Major Announcement” is promised, as is a free
exclusive Baltimore Comic-Con poster!
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The making of More Fund Comics with John Gallagher
Find out what went into making of what may be the most important charity anthology book of this year.
5:00 p.m. - close
More Fund Art Auction for CBLDF
Incredible art pieces to be auctioned off to benefit the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
JLA - Avengers
Join George Perez, Tom Brevoort, and Tom Smith for their discussion on this long anticipated cross over
...
Guests:
The Avengers/JLA art team of artist George Perez and colorist Tom Smith will appear, as will their Marvel editor, Tom Brevoort.
Also high on the list is Batman artist and Wildstorm Productions founder Jim Lee. Matt Wagner (Mage, Grendel, Trinity), writer Mark Waid (Empire, Superman: Birthright, late of Fantastic Four), and writer Geoff Johns (Flash, Avengers, Hawkman, JSA). Current Fantastic Four artist Mike Weiringo, Elektra artist Sean Chen, and Avengers cover artist J.G. Jones also featured.
I apologize for this extra newsletter this week, but my eldest daughter,
Rowan, just called me from Baltimore, and asked me to please, please
let everyone know that the Baltimore Comic-Con scheduled for this
weekend is still going to be held. Rowan reports that a few of the
streets near the inner harbor are flooded, but that everything is just
fine in the vicinity of the convention hotel. If you live anywhere near
Maryland, and are looking for a fun time this weekend, I highly suggest a
trip to Baltimore. Aside from all of the other events detailed in the
article I copied from Gemstone's weekly SCOOP newsletter, I thought I might also mention that Rowan will be hosting several events for the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund at the show, including a benefit auction. She's quite a good auctioneer, so that event should be a fun time for everyone.
“Also, George Perez figured that it was going to be rough travel and
called to tell us he was probably going to have to cancel, but we looked
things up, called him back, and told him his plane was on time. He
hustled to the airport, so he’ll be here. Geoff Johns is already here,
Matt Wagner is already here. Marty Nodell is here as well.”
Additionally, as the high waters recede, Nathan anticipates zero
problems with road and rail travel. “The Gaijin guys are in their van
and on the road right now, Todd DeZago is driving, and bringing Howard
Porter and Ron Garney with him, so I’m confident they’ll all be here,”
Nathan said. “Mark Waid’s flying in on a red-eye Saturday morning, so
he’ll be here as well. Probably little sleepy, but here.
It's 7:50 in the morning on Friday, Sept. 19 and the news says that the Baltimore Airport is closed or only just
opening for limited flights. It looks like I will not be able to attend the Baltimore show due to (Hurricane)
Isabel. I'm really sorry, since I love the show and its organizers Marc
and Bonnie Nathan. I also apologize for any fans this will
disappoint and believe me I wish there were a way I could have made this
announcement sooner. Unfortunately, acts of God seldom take notice of
such inconveniences.
At this rate I may never get to see a printed copy of JL (?)
THE SHOW MUST GO ON!: Despite the approach of the massive Hurricane
Isabel, this weekend's Baltimore Comicon will go on as planned. Says
organizer Marc Nathan, "We don't know what [the storm] will do and we
have no plans to cancel/postpone the show. Baltimore, unlike Boston, New
York and Philly, does not sit on the ocean. We sit on the bay - WAY up
the bay. It's called the Inner Harbor for that reason. The storm is
supposed to be out of here by the weekend anyway. So everyone travel
safe and we'll see you Saturday and Sunday when it is long gone!"
Convention guests include Judd Winick, Mark Waid, Jim Lee, Geoff Johns,
George Perez, and 70 others, and the show will feature the debut of the
star-studded MORE FUND CBLDF benefit anthology with an exclusive Frank
Cho cover.
Tim O’Shea: How did it come to pass that More Fund Comics will debut at Baltimore?
Marc Nathan: More Fund Comics, an anthology that will greatly benefit
the CBLDF will debut at the show this year. We made a lot of money for
the fund last year and wanted to top it. One night in January, myself
Frank Cho and John Gallagher and a few others were having dinner and we
spoke on how to go about beating the total raised last year. John had
just completed his collection of Buzzboy and was tuned in to make a
trade. The idea to ask mainstream creators to fill the book was a
reflection of our annual guest list. Frank got on the phone, I asked
George Perez, who received his Defender of Liberty award in a ceremony in Bonnie’s restaurant,
Charles Brownstein got permission from Marvel for the Hulk cover and
big name creators with stories came flowing in. At the show, we will
also have an auction for some of the art, including the Perez cover. We
hope to make a zillion dollars for the Fund. Frank Cho and Scott Kurtz
will be launching a new strip in the book that will make the book
important for years to come.
August 13, 2003 | CBLDF Fundraising Gains Momentum
CBLDF FUNDRAISING GAINS MOMENTUM
With the growing excitement around the More Fund Comics anthology and
the show's Art Auction, we sure to raise a ton of money for the Comic
Book Legal Defense Fund. If there are any pieces you'd like to donate
to the Auction, let us know! For details about the More Fund Comics
anthology, visit the links below. Make sure your local retailer orders
plenty!
previews.diamondcomics.com
and
www.skydogcomics.com
George Perez was passing by and Brian Tidwell got his attention and he
came over and talked to the both of us for a few minutes. He told us he
could not wait for the Baltimore show
since that would be the first Con after JLA/Avengers was out and how
after that his schedule was going to lessen for a while - the guy needs a
rest!
Current Fantastic Four artist Mike Weiringo, Elektra artist Sean Chen,
Avengers/JLA editor Tom Brevoort, and Avengers cover artist J.G. Jones
have been added to the Baltimore Comic-Con's guest line-up that already
includes superstars like artist Jim Lee (Batman), artist George Perez
(Avengers/JLA), writer Mark Waid (late of Fantastic Four), and writer
Geoff Johns (JSA).
The convention, which runs September 20-21 at the Baltimore Convention
Center (right by the famous Inner Harbor), has promised more guest
addition announcements.
"We already have those guests plus Judd Winick, Michael Avon Oeming,
Frank Cho, Adam Hughes and many others, but there are still revelations
to come," said Marc Nathan, the show's promoter.
Information about the show can be found at http://www.comicon.com/baltimore/, or by contacting Cards, Comics & Collectibles at (410) 426-7410.
Other guests for the show are scheduled to include Neil Vokes, Top Shelf
Productions, Billy Tucci, Greg Horn, Joseph Michael Linsner, Scott
Kurtz, Steve Conley, Brian Stelfreeze, Michael Kaluta, Dean Haspiel,
Brad Meltzer, Marty Baumann, Karl Story, John K. Snyder III, Marc
Hempel, Mark Wheatley, Alternative Press, Jimmy Gownley, John Gallagher,
Rich Henn and others.
The show will also so the debut of More Fund Comics, an anthology
benefiting the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund published by Buzzboy
creator John Gallagher's Sky-Dog Comics. Advance solicited through
Diamond Comic Distributors in June, this book features stories, pin-ups
and sketches from many of the creators attending the show as well as Art
Adams, Brandon Peterson, Butch Guice, Dan Fraga, Amanda Conner, Stan
Sakai, Terry Dodson, Cully Hamner, Matt Smith, J. Scott Campbell, Benn
Dunn, Erik Larsen, Jerry Ordway, Michael T. Gilbert, Harry Roland, Paul
Grist and others. The 144-page book features an Incredible Hulk cover by
George Perez and carries a price tag of only $11.95.
COMICS' BIGGEST STARS COME TO BALTIMORE, MD, SEPT. 20-21, 2003
(excerpt)
Batman Artist and Wildstorm Founder Jim Lee On Board For The Baltimore Comic-Con
BALTIMORE, MD: April 24, 2003 - The Baltimore Comic-Con
announces an expanded guest list for this year's two-day event. Just
confirmed is Batman artist and Wildstorm founder Jim Lee (Saturday
only). Also added: Michael Kaluta, Adam Hughes, Karl Story, Brian
Stelfreeze and Joe Linser.
"This is shaping up to be our biggest year yet," says Show creator Marc Nathan.
Previously announced:
George Perez (Avengers/JLA, Solus, CrossGen Chronicles, The Avengers, New Teen Titans)
Mark Waid (Fantastic Four, JLA, Ruse, Kingdom Come)
Frank Cho (Liberty Meadows, Shanna, Spider-Man, Marvel Comics)
This September, I will only attend the Baltimore Comic Con and NOT the
SPX (Small Press Expo). It was a tough decision but due to the
overwhelming workload and commitments, I can only attend one convention
that month. So those in the Washington, Virginia and Baltimore area, if
you want my autograph or a sketch come on down to the Baltimore Comic
Con.
(excerpt)
The Baltimore Comic Con
is printing a huge anthology book to benefit the COMIC BOOK LEGAL
DEFENSE FUND. For those who don't know, the CBLDF is a non-profit
organization dedicated to the preservation of First Amendment rights for
members of the comics community. The anthology book (entitled MORE FUND
COMICS) will feature a stunning cover by the great GEORGE PEREZ and
contributions by ADAM HUGHES, ARTHUR ADAMS, BRANDON PETERSON, BEN DUNN,
BUDD ROOT, BUTCH GUICE, DAN FRAGA, ERIK LARSEN, GREG HORN, J. SCOTT
CAMPBELL, JIMMY PALMIOTTI, JOHN ROMITA, JOHN ROMITA JR, MARK SCHULTZ,
MIKE OEMING, PHIL NOTO, STAN SAKAI, TERRY DODSON, and many more.
Just thought you'd like to know that the Baltimore Comicon's website
have been updated. It also confirms George Pérez's appearance for their
convention this September. It was previously announced that George
will appear through an advertisment.
>>>
Baltimore Comicon 2003
September 20 and 21, 2003 - Baltimore Convention Center
HOURS: SATURDAY: 10am-6pm, SUNDAY 10am - 6pm
GUESTS INCLUDE:
George Perez
Mark Waid
Geoff Johns
Judd Winick
Michael Avon Oeming
Neil Vokes
Frank Cho
Top Shelf
Alternative Press
Jeff Mason
Greg Horn
Billy Tucci
Steve Conley
John K. Snyder
Marc Hempel
Mark Wheatley
John Gallagher
Rich Henn
Guests includes:
George Pérez, Mark Waid, Geoff Johns, Judd Winick, Frank Cho, Michael
Avon Oeming, Neil Vokes, Billy Tucci, Greg Horn, Steve Conley, John
Snyder, Marc Hempel, Mark Wheatley, John Gallgher, and more
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