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Apr 23 2009 And the winner is…
Brazilianoir! That’s right, you heard it here first (or maybe here). Emily Stackhouse and Nicholas Shahan’s first mini comic, Brazilianoir, brought home the gold for Outstanding D.I.Y. at Stumptown Comics Fest 2009. Thank you Portland for sharing your love! photo credit greyaenigma flickrApr 15 2009 Trophy Award Nominations
This just in! Writers Old Fashioned now has two, count ‘em, two contenders for the the majestic Trophy Award! Emily Stackhouse and Nicholas Shahan are up for Outstanding D.I.Y with their comic, Brazilianoir! Jason McNamara and Paige Braddock are in the running for Outstanding Small Press with, The Martian Confederacy! If you’re going to Stumptown Comics Fest, check out our books and then vote! vote! vote! Go team! Apr 14 2009 Look out, Portland!Stumptown 2009. It’s that time of year again, when the fine city of Portland, Oregon, opens it’s arms to the world of comics! The city has even dubbed the month of April, Comic Month, how cool is that? This is something that Writers Old Fashioned wouldn’t miss for the world. So we’re packing up our wares and heading up North. Also, check out fellow Old Fashioned Writer, Jason McNamara’s Trophy Award nomination for Outstanding Small Press. And please, look out for us. Stop by booth 85 and say hi, will ya? Mar 07 2009 Wonder Con 09: The 24 Hours that almost killed meHi there intrepid reader I’m Danger Bob, sorry if we’ve met before but I have trouble with names. Sit for a minute and read the story of how I almost died. Okay, it’s just one of the stories where I almost died, but this one takes place during Wonder Con 09. Continue Reading » Mar 04 2009 I Still Believe in Comics.
Does anyone remember this song? (click “continue reading” to rock out) Jan 15 2009 The Freaks Come Out at NightI don’t know about you, but I love some good ol’ homemade costumes and comic book fans are especially good at do-it-yourself fashion. Wonder Con is like a pop culture safari; cruise around the convention halls and you’ll be sure to spot several icons in their natural habitat. Continue Reading » Nov 10 2008 Rain, Bloody Marys, and Comics Well, I just poured another cup of tea and am ready to tell you about my experience at APE 2008. First up, let’s talk about the weather. How amazing was that rain? I’ll tell you what, everyone with a massive hangover from Halloween was thankful for those dark skies. Continue Reading » Oct 28 2008 Newsarama talks Writers Old Fashioned & APE!JK Parkin has put together a nice rundown of all the happenings associated with this weekend’s big Alternative Press Expo here in the City. Scroll down the article a bit for the very special Writers Old Fashioned announcement. And if you are in the area, make sure to stop by table 448 and say hi during the show!Here’s the link! Aug 01 2008 San Diego Convention Reports
Jul 22 2008 Writers Old-Fashioned at San Diego Comic ConSan Diego Comic Con starts tomorrow night and several members of Writers Old-Fashioned will be there signing comics and participating in panels. Here’s where to find us: Thursday Graeme McMillan joins a discussion of science fiction stories intended to make you rethink your whole life or alter your perceptions. Room 2 4:00 - 5:00 Matt Silady signs his comic, The Homeless Channel, at the Ait-PlanetLar booth. Booth 2001 6:30-7:30 So You Want to Do a Graphic Novel— Kirsten Baldock and Matt Silady give tips on completing your own graphic novel. Room 3 Friday 2:00 – 3:00 Matt Silady signs his comic, The Homeless Channel, at the Ait-PlanetLar booth. Booth 2001 5:00-6:00 Teaching Comics— Matt Silady discusses academic programs for young cartoonists. Room 4 4:00 - 5:00 Matt Silady signs his comic, The Homeless Channel, at the Ait-PlanetLar booth. Booth 2001 See you there! |
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I originally wanted to write a recap of my 2009 WonderCon, but I just can’t get into the details. It seems if I focused on the specifics (like the fact that Mike Mignola’s table was two tables away from our own!) I’d be missing the big picture of WonderCon.
Well, we survived and have returned with tales to tell.