SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON 2001 (Jul 19-22, 2001)
From Vu
(email)

THE SHADOW (2004), art by George P�rez, from Alan Henderson
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CAPTAIN MARVEL (2001), art by George P�rez, from Robert Baker
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TRINITY (2003), art by George P�rez, from George Moorer
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WASP (2001), art by George P�rez, from Robert Baker
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POWERGIRL (2006), From Israel B.
(Updated Link)
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NIGHTWING (Jul 2001), commissioned by Mike Silver at San Diego Comic Con 2001.
(Updated Link)
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SUPERMAN (Jul 2001), commissioned by Mike Silver at San Diego Comic Con 2001.
(Updated Link)
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From Mark Schweikert
(email)

THANOS
(Jul 2001), art by George P�rez, colors by Laura Martin in 2004, at SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON 2001 (Jul 19-22, 2001). Commissioned by Mark Schweikert
(email)
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I saw your site and thought it was
fantastic. I wanted to throw in my sketch I got at my first con. San
Diego 2001. Laura Martin colored it last year.
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From Comic Art Fans
Tuesday, December 21, 2004 4:12:39 PM:
Sunday, September 21, 2003 4:18:56 PM

BATGIRL
(2000), art by George P�rez. Commissioned by Jim Cardillo
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August 30, 2003 | P�rez Photos From Mangels |
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From Andy Mangels
Andy Mangels (age 19) & George P�rez (age 32) at the San Diego Comic-Con 1986,
photo courtesy of Andy Mangels
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George P�rez at the San Diego Comic-Con 1986,
photo courtesy of Andy Mangels
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George P�rez & Carol Flynn at the San Diego Comic-Con 1986,
photo courtesy of Andy Mangels
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George P�rez at International Rose Garden, Portland, OR
(30 Jun 1997),
photo courtesy of Andy Mangels
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Andy Mangels & P�rez at the Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland, OR
(30 Jun 1997),
photo courtesy of Andy Mangels
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P�rez at the Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland, OR
(30 Jun 1997),
photo courtesy of Andy Mangels
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Mangels & Perez at the PEREZ ARCHIVES #1 signing at the San Diego Comic-Con 2001
(19-22 Jul 2001),
photo courtesy of Andy Mangels
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Perez & Mangles at the JLA/ Avengers Panel at the San Diego Comic-Con 2001
(19-22 Jul 2001),
photo courtesy of Andy Mangels
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Perez does a Green Arrow sketch for Paul Smalley at the San Diego Comic-Con 2003
(16-20 Jul 2003),
photo courtesy of Andy Mangels
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Perez does a Green Arrow sketch for Paul Smalley at the San Diego Comic-Con 2003
(16-20 Jul 2003),
photo courtesy of Andy Mangels
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March 2, 2003 | Andrew Hein's Lowry Gallery |
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From Comicart-L
PHANTOM STRANGER (2001), art by George P�rez, from San Diego Comicon 2001
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Andrew W. Hein's Lowry Gallery
George Perez Phantom Stranger
I waited in line for three hours to get
Mr. Perez to do this for me in San Diego a couple of years ago. Yeah,
it's only a sketch but I really love it. I think that coolest thing is
that Perez said this was the first Phantom Stranger that he's been
asked to do.
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August 18, 2002 |
San Diego 2001 |
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From Comic-Con 2001
Superstar artist George Perez signing a book for a fan.
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We cruised into Saturday, July 20 with
an even bigger boatload of comics-oriented events! Starting off the
day, a Comic-Con tradition, Scott Shaw!'s Oddball Comics slide show,
featuring Scott's hilarious and twisted look at some of the strangest
comics ever published. Terry Moore took the stage to discuss his
popular Strangers In Paradise self-published series, and Kurt Busiek
and George Perez got together to discuss the biggest team-up of 2002,
the JLA/Avengers mini-series, co-published by DC and Marvel. Image
Comics, DC, Vertigo and WildStorm all offered major editorial
presentations about upcoming books and products. We explored the world
of online comics with panels devoted to the "Art of Digital Comics" and
the "Business of Digital Comics," featuring experts like Scott McCloud
and Steve Conley. 2002 special guest Peter David did a special reading,
and CrossGen focused their panel on writing.
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From Revolution Science Fiction
San Diego 2001: The JLA / Avengers Panel
In attendance: George Perez, Kurt Busiek, Tom Breevort, Mike Carlin
� Kenn McCracken
It was a
strange site, seeing these men, representative of DC, Marvel, and now
CrossGen, sitting side by side, discussing plans for what may be the
single most anxiously awaited project in the history of comic books:
the JLA / Avengers
inter-company crossover. There were no heated words, no fisticuffs - it
was, to say the least, an exciting moment, one that held the promise
that the project was really happening.
The
project has history dating back to 1983, when George Perez (currently
under exclusive contract to CrossGen Comics) had written and penciled a
full single issue, detailing the meeting of the two teams that truly
represented DC and Marvel. Things quickly fell apart, due to company
politics, and the book was shelved (Rob Liefeld is currently in
possession of the original pages). Rumors surfaced intermittently over
the years that the project was being revived, but in the end, the
rumors were just that.
Flash
forward to the turn of the century, nearly twenty years later. Both
companies registered a huge success with Amalgam, a huge inter-company
promotion that saw the biggest characters from both companies meeting
in possibly the biggest event to date. The success of the event and
changing environments at both companies has allowed the project to see
a green light, and (thanks in no small part to CrossGen's Mark Alessi,
who is allowing Perez to take a one-year leave of absence to work on
the book), JLA/Avengers is finally moving forward.
The
fanboy's wet dream is shaping up better than ever, according to the
panel. Perez, well known for his ability to fill a scene with more
characters than would seem humanly possible, said, "I want this to be
something that will put Crisis [on Infinite Earths] to
shame in terms of the number of characters." It certainly looks like
he'll have his wish; anyone who has ever been a member of the JLA or
the Avenger will appear, along with Starro, the Watcher, the Squadron
Supreme, Guardians of the Galaxy, Mongul, Doctor Doom, the monsters of
Monster Island, the Hawk Police of Thanagar, the Punisher, and many,
many others. According to Busiek, though, no Wolverine; "I'm confident
that Wolverine will not show up" (to which Perez replied, "I'm
confident that he won't be scripted."). Issue number three will sport a
cover featuring every character who has ever been a member of either
team.
The story
will be a stand-alone issue, spread over four Prestige Format books.
They will not be Comics Code approved, although this is not a reaction
to Marvel's new policy; rather, Prestige books are rarely submitted for
CCA approval. Although it will be self-contained, Busiek says that
there is at least one element that would be great for both companies to
follow up on. It certainly appears that the possibly for real
ramifications exists; it should also be noted, though, that the
creators are ignoring the previous meetings of the teams for strength
of telling.
The
possibilities for licensing and merchandise such as posters, hardcover
collections, and the like is still up in the air at this time. This is
an obviously tricky area; the books have been set up to take place over
four issues, allowing each company to publish two books (and thus
profit accordingly), but anything further will have to be contracted in
such a way to allow both companies to share revenues, making for a
potential minefield.
When
asked if he thought that waiting nearly twenty years was a good or bad
thing, Perez responded with both pros and cons. 1983's version, he
said, would have been the silver age characters in their purest form,
and it would have been special simply due to the lack of crossovers
that were occurring at the time. However, today's production standards
are much higher, and his art has had twenty years to get better.
Either way, its doubtful doubt you'll hear anyone complaining.
Kenn McCracken is Comics Editor for RevolutionSF.
� 2001 Kenn
McCracken, courtesy of www.revolutionsf.com
From CrossGen Comics (also see "What's New" page for a glimpse of a rare promotional CROSSGEN CHRONICLES #4's poster print)

George preparing for one of his 203 sketches
July 27, 2001 |
Mangels San Diego Report
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From Andy Mangels
I'm back from San Diego, where things went very well, though not without a
few glitches.
George signed for four long days at the CrossGen booth, producing 203 (if I remember the number right) sketches for fans.
He also appeared at a spotlight panel in which I interviewed him and fans
asked questions, and at a JLA/Avengers panel.
The Perez Archives
book sold very well, with the Deluxe versions (50 copies) selling out
in the first two days, and the regular edition selling about 50
copies of the 200 total printed. George signed with me at the Comic
Book Legal Defense Fund booth for the first two days, then at the
CrossGen booth the second two days.
The Perez Archives is still available at www.cbldf.org
(though there was a little lateness getting it onto their website -
sorry Steven and others) in both the Deluxe and Regular versions. After
August 10th, ordering will be closed, and all copies of the books which
have been ordered will be mailed THEN. Copies ordered through the
website will be signed by myself and George, but not personalized.
July 24, 2001 |
San Diego Roundup
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From Wizard
SAN DIEGO ROUNDUP
July 24, 2001
(excerpt)
CrossGen
Comics Senior Artist and comics legend George P�rez likes to keep
meticulous track of all the sketches he does for fans when he�s at
cons. By mid-Sunday San Diego, P�rez had done almost 200. Wonder Woman
was the most popular choice, with Captain America coming in second. One
fan asked for the Psycho Pirate.
P�rez
has done an absolutely ass-kickin� JLA/Avengers piece for the next
ACTOR charity auction featuring seven female members from each the JLA
and Avengers. And, as he pointed out, there are 14 distinct faces and
14 distinct hairstyles. This guy don�t take the easy road on anything.
July 18, 2001 |
CBLDF at Comic-Con
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From CBLDF
CBLDF at Comic-Con International
The largest gathering of the comics community in the United States is
getting started in San Diego, and the Fund is there through the generosity
of the con's organizers. You'll find us at booth #507-- stop by and have your favorite comics signed by greats like George Pérez, Will Eisner, Peter David, Dave Gibbons, Jim Valentino, Amanda Connor, Jimmy Palmiotti and more! We've got original items for sale at the booth including The Pérez
Archives by Andy Mangels, a tribute to the art of George
Perez (you can also preorder it via the CBLDF
Premium Catalog). Plus, stay for the CBLDF Members' Reception on Saturday night. You can become a member, too.
July 17, 2001 |
P�rez Archives at Comic-Con
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From Comic Book Resources
P�REZ ARCHIVES TO BE RELEASED AT COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL: SAN DIEGO
by Jonah Weiland, Executive Producer
Posted: July 17, 2001
The P�rez
Archives, a massive collection of work by fan favorite artist George
Archives, will see publication and be ready in time for sale at
Comic-Con International in San Diego later this week. An ambitious
on-going project, the book attempts to showcase the artwork of the
prolific artist with content contributed by fans and professionals
alike featuring a complete checklist of every item of artwork P�rez has
ever contributed to the comics field and other areas.
The archives writer, Andy Mangels, in a press release, provided more details of the book:
150 black and white pages
4 color pages
2 color covers (front and back) with inside covers
Includes the most comprehensive and detailed checklist of all published work by P�rez.
Includes 191 black-and-white images and seven color images by
P�rez (including unpublished work, sketches, character designs, and
more).
Covers are a new wraparound image by P�rez (see picture).
Printed 8.5x11" on 60# paper, with heavy stock covers, clear plastic over-cover, and black vello-binding.
There are two versions of the book. The above version and a Deluxe
version featuring 34 more pages of rare and unpublished artwork.
All proceeds from this project will go to benefit Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. The book can also be purchased at the CBLDF Web site.
July 20, 2001 |
P�rez at the Comic-Con
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From CBR
George "JLA/Avengers" Perez
June 19, 2001 |
ComicCon Panels
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From Andy Mangels
Here's a look at the panels which I'm chairing or will be involved in at this
year's San Diego ComicCon Interntaional. Hope to see you there!
Friday the 20th -- 4-5:30 pm, Room 16B (230 people)
George P�rez: Creator Insight
One of the most popular and friendly comic artists in the industry, George
P�rez has worked on projects including Man-Wolf, Avengers, Justice League of
America, New Teen Titans, Crisis on Infinite Earth, Wonder Woman, Avengers,
and Crossgen Chronicles. Now, on the cusp of the hot new JLA/Avengers
mini-series, P�rez is interviewed by Andy Mangels, creator of The P�rez Ar
chives book - only available at this year's Con at the CBLDF booth!
George Perez's other panels include:
JLA/Avengers -- Saturday the 21st --10:30-11:30 am, Room 16A/B (460 people)
Crossgen Comics -- Saturday the 21st --2:30-2:30 am, Room 7A (230 people)
October 3, 2000 |
Future Projects
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From George Perez (A recent email updating on various projects and clarifying SPAWN 100.)
...my
convention appearances next year include, so far, MegaCon (Orlando,
FL), Wizard World (Chicago, IL), Big Easy (New Orleans, LA) and Comicon
International (San Diego, CA)
Related
Comicon International Website
PEREZ ARCHIVES #1
PEREZ ARCHIVES #1 (deluxe)
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11/19/2006 03:48:14
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