Upcoming Events

James Howlett

MarkHall wrote: »

Alas I missed out on the weekend fun.

This has not been a good year for my Nerd Habits.
But have lived Vicariously through others. Who have reported a fun weekend. I'm placing my Bets on Thought Bubble at the end of the year. To really let me Nerd loose.

My Mate Nick made it to Rookers Instagram.

Ah that's cool. You didn't get to swing by my table in Artist's Alley, next time

MarkHall

Shall continue the conversation in the DCC thread.
http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=96553475&postcount=18

MarkHall

And the Derry con has sprung back to life in the for of Comic City



https://www.facebook.com/groups/1439093809732239/

James Howlett

Can't make Derry, absolutely raging.

MarkHall

IVAN BRANDON SIGNING + TALK at The Big Bang

https://www.facebook.com/events/1619150551686478/

17 Septemberat 18:00

"Ivan Brandon, writer of Image Comics' DRIFTER and one of the smartest guys in the comics business will be instore on the 17th of September for a signing, followed by a talk on publishing and creating comics!

Ivan is someone who you don't want to miss if you're serious about doing comics, trust us!"

James Howlett

Working late that night, should hopefully make the talk at least.

MarkHall

The Big Bang have a smorgasbord of events between now and November.
A little something for everyone to enjoy.

Irish comic news covers the full list here.
http://www.irishcomicnews.com/2015/09/events-a-list-of-upcoming-big-bang-events/

That's 9 top class chances for you to meet up with Creators out at Dundrum.

MarkHall

The Big Bang and Dublin City comics are both partaking in



Both stores well worth a visit


https://www.facebook.com/events/1186633748031201/
https://www.facebook.com/events/881288748613531/

statomosh

this time next week there is a comic book event happening at the absolute hotel in limerick,pop along and have a bit of fun.
https://www.facebook.com/events/720470411392025/

MarkHall

JASON LATOUR, writer of SPIDER-GWEN and artist of SOUTHERN BASTARDS, in The Big Bang, signing YOUR books!
Being hosted on 11 Novemberat at18:00

https://www.facebook.com/events/1710575985830473/

Then on the 18th of November they have the Brilliant Nick Roche for the Launch of Sins of the Wreckers
Which I personally can't wait to get my mitts upon.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1010030462390057/

This is gona be great.

Figment

For comic makers there is Comics Lab in Dublin on November 10th https://www.facebook.com/comicslab/?fref=ts

MarkHall

MarkHall wrote: »

Then on the 18th of November they have the Brilliant Nick Roche for the Launch of Sins of the Wreckers
Which I personally can't wait to get my mitts upon.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1010030462390057/

This is gona be great.

Unfortunately the books has been delayed a week.

So it's not happening till the 25th of November


Instead The Big Bang Present Kate Leth.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1113597335336525/


And on Saturday they have SEAN GORDON MURPHY! TANA FORD!
https://www.facebook.com/events/472163676294119/

MarkHall

https://www.facebook.com/events/426490510887964/

ChrismaCon in aid of Temple Street Hospital! from ComicBooks.ie

https://scontent-fra3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtp1/v/t1.0-9/s720x720/12227009_904012373025019_7851379923236263839_n.jpg?oh=ae1b319617568f8d3d38fe5ea95c6a44&oe=56AFF0FF

TheDoc

Somewhat disappointed to see that pretty much nothing is going on sale or reductions on amazon regarding comics. With so much getting discounted across the board, frustrating to see nothing in the comics section getting discount. So much stuff in my wishlist I was hoping to get a cheeky deal

Nervous Wreck

TheDoc wrote: »

Somewhat disappointed to see that pretty much nothing is going on sale or reductions on amazon regarding comics. With so much getting discounted across the board, frustrating to see nothing in the comics section getting discount. So much stuff in my wishlist I was hoping to get a cheeky deal

Big Bang are doing a Black Weekend sale from tomorrow to Sunday. 25% off a range of items and 10% off everything else in store (excluding things released this week and anything on hold).

TheDoc

Nervous Wreck wrote: »

Big Bang are doing a Black Weekend sale from tomorrow to Sunday. 25% off a range of items and 10% off everything else in store (excluding things released this week and anything on hold).

Yeah saw that. Unfortunately off work tomorrow so won't be near that side of Dublin over weekend.

Might spin out Saturday but its a fair bit out if the way

MarkHall

The Big Bang have two events coming up.


https://www.facebook.com/events/424106891121535/

"The Emerald Garrison, Ireland's leading Star Wars; costuming club is looking for new recruits!

Did you ever want to join the Empire? The First Order? Or maybe be one of the good guys (BORING!)?!
This is your chance!

Come down on the day, get your picture taken with the most feared soldiers in the Galaxy and learn how you can join them!
These guys not only have tremendous fun but they also do incredible charity work. Don't believe the Rebellion's hype!
These are the true good guys!

COME IN AND JOIN THE DARK SIDE!"

MarkHall

And the Second one is Deadpool related

FREE DEADPOOL COMIC DAY

YES! FREE DEADPOOL COMICS!

We will be giving away the TRUE BELIEVERS DEADPOOL series of reprints for absolutely free on this day, while stocks last!
Yes, that is thousands of FREE DEADPOOL comics!

Just in time for you to go see the movie and then come in to get even more pumped up for the Merc With The Mouth!

More details to be announced, keep an eye out!
POSTS

MarkHall

http://alliance-francaise.ie/bd/

Illustrators Ireland, together with the Alliance Française and The Comics Lab, is delighted to bring you a two day festival of comic books from the Irish and francophone community. Join us for this exciting opportunity to discover new voices and learn from leading professionals in Ireland and France.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1213976668632482/permalink/1231480856882063/

Johnner69

SMALL PRESS DAY 2016: Sat Jul 09 2016 at 10:00 am to 07:00 pm

"Taking place at Filmbase, Forbidden Planet Dublin are proud to host some of the best and most exciting self-published talent in Ireland and the UK giving them a space to exhibit their work to the Public on a much larger scale than before."

No idea if this is just some tables selling small press comics, or if it's to be a bit like the excellent festival highlighted in the previous post (which had really interesting side-events attached), but it might be worth a drop-in either way.

James Howlett

Johnner69 wrote: »

SMALL PRESS DAY 2016: Sat Jul 09 2016 at 10:00 am to 07:00 pm

"Taking place at Filmbase, Forbidden Planet Dublin are proud to host some of the best and most exciting self-published talent in Ireland and the UK giving them a space to exhibit their work to the Public on a much larger scale than before."

No idea if this is just some tables selling small press comics, or if it's to be a bit like the excellent festival highlighted in the previous post (which had really interesting side-events attached), but it might be worth a drop-in either way.

Tables selling small press comics, haven't heard mention of any panels taking place as yet. Would be worth a look if you're in Town anyway. Some Irish folks are doing some pretty cool things with indie comics. Gonna pop by myself for a gander.

Johnner69

James Howlett wrote: »

Tables selling small press comics, haven't heard mention of any panels taking place as yet. Would be worth a look if you're in Town anyway. Some Irish folks are doing some pretty cool things with indie comics. Gonna pop by myself for a gander.

If it were just tables with comics, I'd be there, but publishers/creators are behind those tables - some cajoling, some just watching - which makes browsing a little excruciating (for me, anyway). But yeah, there are cool Irish comics about - a recent favourite is Olly Cunningham's Black Lines, which is online at blacklinescomics.com.

James Howlett

Johnner69 wrote: »

If it were just tables with comics, I'd be there, but publishers/creators are behind those tables - some cajoling, some just watching - which makes browsing a little excruciating (for me, anyway). But yeah, there are cool Irish comics about - a recent favourite is Olly Cunningham's Black Lines, which is online at blacklinescomics.com.

Been on both sides of that table myself and I don't disagree with you. I used to hate people annoying people annoying me while I was flicking through stuff... but it's somewhat of a necessary evil

I've passed tables before where Creators have their head's down, hard at work sketching away or some other such activity. While that leaves people free to browse their works, it also projects a somewhat disinterested attitude. In the end, Creators need to find a happy medium; let passing folk know that they would be happy to tell them about the works they're flicking through but in a friendly/ no pressure manner.

Johnner69

James Howlett wrote: »

Been on both sides of that table myself and I don't disagree with you. I used to hate people annoying people annoying me while I was flicking through stuff... but it's somewhat of a necessary evil

I've passed tables before where Creators have their head's down, hard at work sketching away or some other such activity. While that leaves people free to browse their works, it also projects a somewhat disinterested attitude. In the end, Creators need to find a happy medium; let passing folk know that they would be happy to tell them about the works they're flicking through but in a friendly/ no pressure manner.

I'm guessing there's something in the interaction between creator and punter that many on both sides find gratifying. That said, I was at a table-event in the Temple Bar Gallery before Christmas, which worked like a shop: pick your book and pay the cashier by the door. I like that model.

MarkHall

MarkHall

Nick Roche signing Sins of the Wreckers at the Big Bang this weekend.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1759018711036851/?ti=cl

MarkHall

https://www.facebook.com/events/1476707959012648/?ti=cl

Greg Tocchini (LOW) has just opened his first commission list in several years!

You can either pick up you commission at Nice 2016 (Bedford, Setp 3-4), at Big Bang Comics (Dublin, Sept 7), or have it shipped to your address.

For further info and to secure a slot on this list please visit:
http://cafurl.com?i=22563

MarkHall

Rob Williams, writer of SUICIDE SQUAD,GHOST RIDER, JUDGE DREDD and UNFOLLOW will be in The Big Bang to sign your comics! On Saturday, 4 March between 16.30 and 17.30.


Which will be followed by Ticketed event.
HOW TO WRITE COMICS!
Tickets €5 and available in-store at the Big Bang.

MarkHall

http://www.nationalgallery.ie/Exhibitions/BCaravaggio/BC_All_Ages/BC_CaravaggioComics.aspx


Darkness. Violence. Drama. Light. These words are used to describe Beyond Caravaggio, but could also define most comic books. Many artists started their careers sketching from masters such as Caravaggio in the NGI collection, and so, we have invited four leading lights from the Irish comic scene to speak about their work, influence, inspiration and motivation in this unique, one-off event on Saturday 13 May between 10am – 1pm.

Following the illustrated talks, there will be opportunity for attendees to speak to their comic heroes, share some of their own work and get tips and advice in our special portfolio clinic. Big Bang Comics from Dundrum will join us on the day along with our stellar speakers: Declan Shalvey, Nick Roche, Stephen Mooney and Eoin Marron.

IT IS A FREE EVENT. BUT PLACES MUST BE BOOKED VIA THE LINK ABOVE.

Fysh

Mod Note:

Hi folks, just to let ye know there's a new What's On forum on boards where you can post about any upcoming events you think people might be interested, whether or not you're involved in organising them. See here for general rules, but the short version is that it's worth crossposting anything you'd put here into that forum as well.