Well one thing you have to give Mark Millar is he's really trying to push the profile of comics in the UK. His latest venture, which has been talked about for a while now is KaPow Comic Con London. Seems like its trying to hark back to the old UKCAC days and add a bit of the San Deigo movie schpazz to the whole affair.
I'm defo asking for a weekend pass from my lovely wife to attend this one.
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2010/11/29/mark-millar-launches-kapow-comic-con-london/ (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2010/11/29/mark-millar-launches-kapow-comic-con-london/)
Think I'd like to go to that, suspect wife will also want to go... hmm...
Not a massive fan of Mr. Miller, but with that kind of a line up, it sounds fantastic.
The distance isn't too far, so I may just go to this :D
Gaaah!
Steve Dillon will be there, and it's in bloody London.
Great- another 'must go' I'll miss.
:(
It's just a bus ride from my house and Steve Yeowell will be appearing. I have no excuses for not going to this.
I'm there. Weekend pass purchased. :D
Better start saving my pennies.
That does sound good and i am tempted but i would like the option of being able to show up on the day and pay to go in then rather than having to buy in advance for fear of it selling out and then there is all that VIP Bollox as well which i dont like and i could do without as you should have access to all the panels* with a regular ticket.
25 quid for a weekend ticket is very reasonable.
*I just read it is Marvel panels and since i am not that interested in Marvel its not a problem
was quite excited 'til i heard frankie cunting boyle would be there - cunt
Got me a ticket, now just need to book the hotel.
Weekend ticket booked, now shall I stay up there for the weekend or not :-\
Looking forward to this already :D
I won't be there. Kapow has a list of 100 guests (all of whom have already been selected), and, apparently, that's it. (Unless you buy a table from them) so I would expect a lot of the usual suspects from 2000AD won't be there either.
Have a good one though!
That's a damn shame PJ. The whole VIP/guestlist side of things seems to have been very poorly thought out (from what I can glean from Twitter ;)).
Ya, that's a bit of a shame, so, no small press then?
No idea, I believe table prices are relatively high and you only get one guest pass with a table, so it's a more expensive deal for small press. Audience may be expecting nothing but fill colour superhero comics - rather than b&w small press.
What a surprise... Millar not supporting the small press...
San Diego in the UK - hm. See y'all at the next proper convention where I'll be trying to peddle my insignificant homemade comics :O
Well, you could make the argument that the UK comic industry has shrunk to the point where it's ALL small press (bar one or two minor exceptions) and the Millar's intent is to target a massive mainstream audience (who expect all comic book related things to be labelled KAPOW!) many of those people will (who had never really been in to comics), may end up being unfulfilled by the mainstream material and seek out the wider range of work available in the small press. In a nutshell : you need a big mainstream audience in order to have a small wider audience.
You could also make the argument that the small press audience/creators are well served by a bunch of comic cons around the UK - but where oh where will superhero fans be able to fill up on material?
(I fully expect to be covering these arguments in detail/hazy vagueness during the next sunnyside comics podcast - so tune in next time!)
-pj
Since Matt Smith is present will there be a 2000ad stand ?
There seems to be no official stand but just look at those confirmed already. There be some Grandmasters of 2000AD in that bunch :D
Being a kneejerk kind of person I'd already booked before I saw this name - Kevin O'Neill.
Wow. Anyone who wants to see a grown man reduced to a gibbering wreck should queue up with me when I meet Kevin for the first time.
Bit of a hero of mine.
Quote from: Dog Deever on 29 November, 2010, 04:24:18 PM
Gaaah!
Steve Dillon will be there, and it's in bloody London.
Great- another 'must go' I'll miss.
:(
I reckon it's up to you and the Scots to organise a Trek of some kind to get down to this DD ;)
Just bought my ticket before checking the fixture list. Orient at home that day but I don't mind missing the match. This is my chance to get a Zenith sketch if Steve Yeowell goes in for that sort of thing.
It says in the info on Bleeding Cool that the location has a full capacity, 5000, with stalls and booths, around 3000. This has me wondering what the full ticket allocation will be and if people don't get in fast will they miss out.
Don't leave it too late ;)
Well got a weekend pass and was debating whether this was the right event to go to next year ahead of Bristol or Birmingham... then thought sod it and booked. So I guess I'm going. Now whether to book a hotel or crash at a friends?
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 30 November, 2010, 09:25:32 AM
Since Matt Smith is present will there be a 2000ad stand ?
Yes.
It gets better :D
The 2000ad presence makes me think it's worth popping down for a day. Any opportunity to peddle my wares could be the one that makes the difference... anyone else just going for a day?
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 30 November, 2010, 12:44:25 PM
It gets better :D
That's very kind of you... oh you mean the 2000ad stand don't you...
Yeah 2000ad changes up the game a bit. I think you're right as well about mass comics exposure having a positive impact on those below.
Totally put off by the whole VIP thing.
Plus I'm sure I can get the whole con experience by just watching my twitter as everyone sends "Im just bought @wossy 's comic! Ive not read it but its great! Please RT @wossy!" updates every ten fucking seconds.
Quote from: bluemeanie on 30 November, 2010, 02:15:48 PM
Totally put off by the whole VIP thing.
Plus I'm sure I can get the whole con experience by just watching my twitter as everyone sends "Im just bought @wossy 's comic! Ive not read it but its great! Please RT @wossy!" updates every ten fucking seconds.
Kind of agree with you here. The whole VIP thing is the opposite of what we try to do with HiEx, but then- they'se guys aren't doing a HiEx style show...
But I was more amazed by the claim that there are no other British comic events!
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 30 November, 2010, 02:40:29 PM
But I was more amazed by the claim that there are no other British comic events!
That'll be in the same way that 'Clint' is the only UK comic...
Quote from: KevLev on 30 November, 2010, 02:57:17 PM
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 30 November, 2010, 02:40:29 PM
But I was more amazed by the claim that there are no other British comic events!
That'll be in the same way that 'Clint' is the only UK comic...
Heh! True!
The VIP thing sounds a bit wanky, but I imagine the obsessive fanboys can be very annoying haranging you about the number of links in Dredd's chain while you're trying to get pissed on free bevie, or indeed when you're drawing giant c~~ks in the tabletop slops
Quote from: Proudhuff on 30 November, 2010, 04:54:20 PM
The VIP thing sounds a bit wanky, but I imagine the obsessive fanboys can be very annoying haranging you about the number of links in Dredd's chain while you're trying to get pissed on free bevie, or indeed when you're drawing giant c~~ks in the tabletop slops
Honestly - in many comic cons the seperation is rarely pros/non-pros it's more people with people skills/people without people skills.
Many 'pros' are obsessive fanboys...
-pj
Quote from: Proudhuff on 30 November, 2010, 04:54:20 PM
drawing giant c~~ks in the tabletop slops
Off topic, I know, but that's a great phrase! Like Paul Weller wrote a song about a con....
Anyhoo, opinion divided here: do we:
a) pay up, go to Kapow, walk around feeling slightly baffled;
b) not pay up, go to Islington, hang out in the pub and wait for Forum Folk to join us;
c) organise competing small press event in friendly local hostelry for same days, thus providing home for all boarders and access to Millar's market for small press folks (steal his socks from under him - bwa ha ha ha).....
Quote from: Lady Festina on 30 November, 2010, 07:03:55 PM
c) organise competing small press event in friendly local hostelry for same days, thus providing home for all boarders and access to Millar's market for small press folks (steal his socks from under him - bwa ha ha ha).....
Now that sounds like a very positive idea! Easy for me to say but go for it
Another thing that someone pointed out on Twitter earlier was the fact that the, admittedly impressive, guest list contains no women.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 30 November, 2010, 07:11:23 PM
Another thing that someone pointed out on Twitter earlier was the fact that the, admittedly impressive, guest list contains no women.
"Women?" replied Mark, scratching his head with a twenty pound note. "Women? Sorry, mate, ye've lost me there."
Heh.
I'm pretty sure that you physically can't have a convention nowadays without the divine Sarah MacIntyre working her magic at it.
It may even be a Universal Law.
I welcome Mark Millar but I'm still committed to Bristol and Bham for the love those organisers put in.
Weird that people are thrilled to be meeting Steve Yeowell and Kev O'Neil when they ahve both appeared at Bristol and Brum respectively.
Millar has definitely attracted huge names back like Brian Bolland - I guess like an American Con it may be a very different experience.
SO PLEASE SUPPORT BRISTOL AND BRUM AS WELL
Quote from: Lady Festina on 30 November, 2010, 07:03:55 PM
c) organise competing small press event in friendly local hostelry for same days, thus providing home for all boarders and access to Millar's market for small press folks (steal his socks from under him - bwa ha ha ha).....
This could be the start of something big - !
gone and bought a weekend ticket.
The VIP ticket sounds like something you would win on a mobile phone promotional competition so i skipped that bit plus the drinks wont be free anyway as they never are.
It looks like the London Forum Gathering all over again :D
Quote from: matty_ae on 30 November, 2010, 07:52:18 PM
Weird that people are thrilled to be meeting Steve Yeowell and Kev O'Neil when they ahve both appeared at Bristol and Brum respectively.
If Bristol or Birmingham were a 15 minute bus ride from my house then I would be equally as excited by them. Sadly they're not while this is.
Quote from: Gavin_Leahy on 30 November, 2010, 12:01:40 AM
Ya, that's a bit of a shame, so, no small press then?
Seems there will be a Smallzone booth that is going to sell small press titles, with some conditions:
QuoteDear Smallzoners
It has come to my attention that some small press and indy publishers feel that they have been priced out of this new event in London.
Well I'm going to book a special Smallzone Booth alongside teh Scar Comics Booth
For £20 per title facing I will sell your comics or graphic novels and pass on 100% of your takings.
The only condition is that your book is good, (obvioulsy) that you bring the stock to the con and take unsolds back with you, and that you pay the fee before 20th December.
Once I've raised enough to cover the cost I'll book it.(If there's not enough interest I'll simply return any money paid).
There will be limited space on the booth and it will be first come first served. To make best use of the space titles will be rotated to ensure everyone get's prime exposure too.
To find out more email me or you can ask questions on thr thread I've posted about this on the Smallzone Forum.
all the best
Shane
www.smallzone.co.uk
If everyone chipped who reads the small press like futurequake etc then they could afford a table.Just a thought but i dont know the costs involved but its something to consider.I am not an avid reader of small press comics but i would happily contribute some cash to their cause.
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 30 November, 2010, 08:13:03 PM
Quote from: Lady Festina on 30 November, 2010, 07:03:55 PM
c) organise competing small press event in friendly local hostelry for same days, thus providing home for all boarders and access to Millar's market for small press folks (steal his socks from under him - bwa ha ha ha).....
This could be the start of something big - !
Don't tempt me. Really, don't tempt me.... There's quite a few pubs in Islington that wouldn't charge for hire, but would expect you to spend a minimum at the bar. Not sure we could guarantee that, eh?
I can pretty much guarantee I'll be in the pub for a great deal of the weekend anyway but the chance to get a sketch from Mick McMahon, Steve Dillon and Kev O'neill, plus the other greats, is too tempting.
Hadn't noticed the lack of small press when I ordered the pass. That's a bit shit isn't it?
Doing Bristol and Brum as well next year as well, it's just nice to get away for a weekend and talk pissed up comicy shit to other like minded weirdoes to be honest.
I will be booking/reserving a hotel room quite soon as there is a Jurys Inn down the road close to the Sadlers Wells theatre.
Anyone i have previously met want to share a twin room ?
This would cost approx 70 quid.
I dont want o t bother anyone i know for a place to stay since the weekend wont revolve around seeing friends who live in London.
Also if anyone is interested i will be eating at Porchettas down the road which is a very good cheap Italian if anyone else likes eating Italian.
Quote from: Kerrin on 01 December, 2010, 09:22:07 PMHadn't noticed the lack of small press when I ordered the pass. That's a bit shit isn't it?
Well despite the hyperbole it is actually quite a small venue when compared to the other big comics convention (especially with one aiming for a mix of media like this). So the guest list will be small, table prices higher and the number of tickets with each table are going to be limited.
The upside is that it should be less sprawling and more focused.
Quote from: Lady Festina on 01 December, 2010, 07:24:29 PM
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 30 November, 2010, 08:13:03 PM
Quote from: Lady Festina on 30 November, 2010, 07:03:55 PM
c) organise competing small press event in friendly local hostelry for same days, thus providing home for all boarders and access to Millar's market for small press folks (steal his socks from under him - bwa ha ha ha).....
This could be the start of something big - !
Don't tempt me. Really, don't tempt me....
Do it.
Quote from: Emperor on 01 December, 2010, 10:41:49 PM
Quote from: Lady Festina on 01 December, 2010, 07:24:29 PM
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 30 November, 2010, 08:13:03 PM
Quote from: Lady Festina on 30 November, 2010, 07:03:55 PM
c) organise competing small press event in friendly local hostelry for same days, thus providing home for all boarders and access to Millar's market for small press folks (steal his socks from under him - bwa ha ha ha).....
This could be the start of something big - !
Don't tempt me. Really, don't tempt me....
Do it.
You
REALLY should
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 01 December, 2010, 11:30:43 PM
Quote from: Emperor on 01 December, 2010, 10:41:49 PM
Quote from: Lady Festina on 01 December, 2010, 07:24:29 PM
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 30 November, 2010, 08:13:03 PM
Quote from: Lady Festina on 30 November, 2010, 07:03:55 PM
c) organise competing small press event in friendly local hostelry for same days, thus providing home for all boarders and access to Millar's market for small press folks (steal his socks from under him - bwa ha ha ha).....
This could be the start of something big - !
So how many of you promise to show up, buy some comics (to get the small press along), drink some beer (to get the venue for free) and have a great time (or pretend to)? If I get 10 Yes's, I'll do it.....
(NB. The 10 people who say Yes may be co-opted as volunteers in some way....)
Don't tempt me. Really, don't tempt me....
Do it.
You REALLY should
Oops - put my reply in the middle of the quote in the last post - sorry, been a long day. What I meant to say was:
So how many of you promise to show up, buy some comics (to get the small press along), drink some beer (to get the venue for free) and have a great time (or pretend to)? If I get 10 Yes's, I'll do it.....
(NB. The 10 people who say Yes may be co-opted as volunteers in some way....)
I'm absolutely on board - !
You had me at the mention of beer.
Since I'm going to the show I'm defo willing to turn up and help out if I can.
Tickets bought.
This should be fun!
GET IN!
DREDD will be at the con.
Just copied this from Down the tubes
Andrew Macdonald, producer of international blockbuster hits such as Trainspotting, 28 Days Later and Last King of Scotland will be talking about the upcoming Dredd, based on Judge Dredd from the 2000AD comics.
"It's fantastic to be involved with Kapow!," says Andrew, "and I'm really looking forward to talking to all the fans about our upcoming Dredd movie.
"I'll be on the 2000AD panel with a little taster of what people can look forward to from our 2012 release".
Now that is very cool
Oh, awesome!
Didn't expect that.
get yer names down ya soft souther *****s! ten names not much is it?
Quote from: Lady Festina on 02 December, 2010, 10:44:07 PM
If I get 10 Yes's, I'll do it.....
Did someone say drink?
I'll be in town for the con so it would be rude not to come and get lashed with you and Uncle Fester wouldn't it.
Is the plan to have it nearish to Kapow?
I second Kerrin
What are we drinking about?
I'm there
Quote from: El Chivo on 03 December, 2010, 09:50:27 PM
I'm there
I am not involved in the alternative pubcon myself as of yet and my comment was only humor on my part.
Quote from: El Chivo on 03 December, 2010, 09:50:27 PM
I'm there
I meant i've got a ticket for KaPow but i'm happy to represent if there's some small press stuff going down
Chi
I have a ticket to Kapow and as i fully expect to be unemployed between January and April i need a deadline of sorts to get some artwork together so that unemployment becomes worktime.Kapow is my deadline.
Really looking forward to this event... as has already been copy and pasted here, I am looking at organising a smallzone booth for those who can't afford a whole table.
(Surely more effective than a 'pubcon' guys?)
It's a one off deal for the weekend so open to all publishers not just smallzoners.
Full details are on the dedicated facebook page at:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Smallzone/121277404603520#!/event.php?eid=111740472228429 (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Smallzone/121277404603520#!/event.php?eid=111740472228429)
best
Shane
more effective maybe - but definitely lacking on the nearby booze front !
Surely the two could work together. The limited space of a table in the Con itself used to market the access to more beer fuelled goodies in a nearby pub?
I'm gonna get my ticket. I probably wont be there both days so I just hope that I don't end up getting a Saturday ticket and all the good panels are Sunday. Unless each day it's the same panels, anyone know?
Quote from Mark Millar from an interview over at CBR
QuoteBy the way, could I just clarify that Andrew will at best have STILLS from the movie and not actual scenes? The movie will still be shooting at this stage and they won't have anything edited.
More here
http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=29874 (http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=29874)
I was thinking of going to Kapow! but I'll now be in Manchester and Wolverhampton that weekend as my favourite band, King's X, will be on tour.
I look forward to hearing all about it on here. I will make it to a con one day.
Quote from: Albion on 28 January, 2011, 04:06:00 PM
I was thinking of going to Kapow! but I'll now be in Manchester and Wolverhampton that weekend as my favourite band, King's X, will be on tour.
I look forward to hearing all about it on here. I will make it to a con one day.
King's X are touring? Frikkin' cool!
Hope to make KaPow too!
Looking forward to seeing what news is released on the site tomorrow, well it does say Feb 14th ;)
Yeah Millar did say that there was going to be some very big news released tomorrow. Its not as if he's one for hyperbole now is it!
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 13 February, 2011, 08:21:21 PM
Looking forward to seeing what news is released on the site tomorrow, well it does say Feb 14th ;)
Valentines day?
Only that Millar's in love with himself?
Well I'm ashamed of myself. I knew that the press release today wouldn't live up to the hype but even to see that exposed as fact I got sucked in and have just checked. To be honest nothing to excite me here. Though to be honest my hopes are that the telly and film stuff mean that the queues for the comic stuff are greatly reduced!
Anyway some stuff at Kapow.
http://uk.tv.ign.com/articles/114/1149493p1.html (http://uk.tv.ign.com/articles/114/1149493p1.html)
Movie stuff to be released later this month.
There was an 'interesting' deabte on Twitter this mornig between Millar and a couple of folks- check out his timeline for it.
But yeah- The only one of those shows I have seen is Walking Dead, so it means nothing to me.
My heart does sink a little more with each of Millar's proclamations and I feel somewhat forlorn at purchasing my ticket with such haste. The VIP idea and no Small Press are glaring examples of narrowmindedness, not to mention the lack of female comic creators.
Then I think, Mick McMahon, Steve Dillon, Kev O'Neill, Brian Bolland, Jock, Brendan McCarthy, Pat Mills, Tharg, Steve Yeowell, Frank Quitely, Duncan Fegredo, Liam Sharp, Chris Weston, Al Ewing, Andy Diggle, Dredd Film, Commando Force's reaction to Dredd Film and BEER! And I feel better.
Is the Small Press Pub Con still happening?
After a nightmare trying to get the Commission King and myself booked into a hotel, it seems as if everywhere is bloody well booked!
I used one hotel finder to book a place very close to the event but before I confirmed, I gave the actual hotel a ring and they said they had no rooms available, even though the site said that they had two twins available ::)
Anyway after a few mental hours searching earlier, I've booked us both into a dive in the red light district of Kings Cross. So that's our evenings entertainment sorted ;)
I wasn't aware that King's Cross had its own red light district so I now do wonder where exactly I'm staying as its a cheap(ish these things are relative!) hotel in King's Cross.
Cheers John! I had a horrible feeling I was going to have to get the train home Saturday night.
We shall see you at the hotel for afternoon tea :thumbsup:
Ha ha - oh the joys of finding cheap accommodation in London!
The last time I visited, I decided to go for a hostel rather than hotel, and I think it's definitely the way to go if all you want is cheap bed - it was loud and full of foreign students and backpackers, but only cost £20 inc breakfast. The time before that I paid a lot more for a shitty room over a rough pub in West Ham.
The best cheap, but quirky and classy hotel, I've ever found in London, was the Edward Lear Hotel (W1H 7JB), but it's currently shut down for refurbishment, so it may not be such a super bargain when it reopens.
London's Kapow! Teases Fans With TV Line Up
For a moment I got quite excited by the prospect of the Transvestite Pageant making its way down Upper Street....
Anyhoo, to more important matters: PubCon may well still be on. Line up is to be confirmed, along with minor details like time and place... but i can confidently promise beer and at least one person who can draw....
After a quick look through the thread at who has actually bought tickets, it seems that there will be a good turnout from the forum.
Colin YNWA - Colin Zeal - Kerrin - Pete Wells - Dunk - Peter Wolf - El Chivo - willthemightyW - COMMANDO FORCES & Judge Palmer (he's mentioned it on Facebook)
Let's see
2000AD stand 'check'
2000AD panel 'check'
2000AD Grandmasters 'check'
Judge Dredd movie stuff 'CHECK'
Drinking on the Friday & Saturday evening with a great bunch of people 'check'
Pubcon 'che..........'
Anyone else going?
I'll be there! :D
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 26 February, 2011, 01:16:32 AM
Anyone else going?
Possibly me. I'm a bit low on cash at the moment, but I've a birthday between now and then and I usually get a cheque (hoping that won't be leaving things too late). I'll likely just go for one day though, partly as it's less money to spend, and partly as I've never been to a comic con (or any con) type event, and I'm not sure how it'll be! If it's mainly queuing up for creators to draw/sign stuff I'm not sure that'll be my thing. (Not that I'd mind a sketch, I'm just terribly shy about that kind of thing. Hanging out with boarders while this is going on will help though.)
Event stuff (Q&A, films, project display stuff, etc), on the other hand, yes please. And of course the usual comic perusal. If I enjoy it, I'll suspect the one day will still be enough for me.
I plan to go the day they show the Dredd film stuff. When I find out when that is, anyway.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 26 February, 2011, 01:16:32 AM
After a quick look through the thread at who has actually bought tickets, it seems that there will be a good turnout from the forum.
Colin YNWA - Colin Zeal - Kerrin - Pete Wells - Dunk - Peter Wolf - El Chivo - willthemightyW - COMMANDO FORCES & Judge Palmer (he's mentioned it on Facebook)
Let's see
2000AD stand 'check'
2000AD panel 'check'
2000AD Grandmasters 'check'
Judge Dredd movie stuff 'CHECK'
Drinking on the Friday & Saturday evening with a great bunch of people 'check'
Pubcon 'che..........'
Anyone else going?
I'll be there, with my good lady wife.
Sounds like its gonna be cracking!
2000AD Panel - Saturday 11:00•Brendan McCarthy
•Brian Bolland
•Chris Weston
•Dave Gibbons
•Matt Smith
•Steve Yeowell
500 places available!
QuoteThe Galaxy's Greatest Comic's script and art droids, past and present, come together to discuss working for 2000 AD and the SF anthology's standing in the comics industry as one of the last British titles, as well as looking ahead to what projects are coming up on the future.
Do we have to book for the panels or is it just turn up, queue and hope you're one of the first 500?
Don't know yet, probably a long queue but no matter what I'll be in that 500 >:D
I'll be going.
Already got my VIP ticket (still need to book the train and the hotel).
I figure - I've spent the last four years studying Screenwriting at university, I'm making the effort this year to submit more (got a bunch of Space Oddities on the go for CLiNT) and I've been talking to the editor of the new Flux magazine.
This is the year I'm really making the push to break into writing, it makes sense to pay a little extra as a potential investment for my future.
The main reason I'm going to Kapow is the Talent Search, which should be really cool.
Still, it does beg the question - should I go to the 2000AD panel or the Marvel one about breaking into comics?
Damn, this is a tough decision.
Quote from: Pauul on 02 March, 2011, 03:48:23 PM
should I go to the 2000AD panel or the Marvel one about breaking into comics?
That very question I suspect means that there won't be too much of a bun fight to get in. Mind even though I went for an early train from Sheffield its not due to arrive at Kings Cross until 10. Hope we don't get delayed!
I'll be coming from Edinburgh, which means arriving the day before.
Greater cost for a hotel, but at least I can get to the Con nice and early on Saturday and Sunday.
Bugger well that's the first one I'm gonna miss that I'd have liked to have been at. 10am Saturday morning
QuoteKevin O'Neill and Pat Mills celebrate the return of Marshal Law which will be reprinted by DC Comics. They talk about the super hero hunter and what makes him unique in an endless jungle of leotard-clad "heroes". They also talk about their other collaborations such as Metalzoic (DC Comics), ABC Warriors and, of course, the fondly remembered alien freedom fighter - Nemesis.
Hope they don't pile all the stuff I'd love to get to at the beginning! Ho hum So it goes.
Anyway a few more panels have been listed.
http://www.kapowcomiccon.com/events (http://www.kapowcomiccon.com/events)
This show looks amazing (Jonathan Ross appearing is awesome!) but I'm worried about the tv guests that are appearing - IF it is to be like San Diego are most if not all just doing panel/talks? Will they be signing at all and meeting fans?
I really am looking forward to some Dexter announcements that would be a UK first it seems!
Simon Furman is a cool addition, I met him at a small show down in Essex randomly last year he seemed such a humble guy - though what he was doing signing in a shopping centre in Essex with the Predator and Johnny Bravo I'm not quite sure! :lol:
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 02 March, 2011, 03:10:02 PM
Don't know yet, probably a long queue but no matter what I'll be in that 500 >:D
Do you want me to lend you a Judge Minty costume for a bit of queue jumping?
Steven
I would end up administering extra-judicial beatings to the queue :D
Quote from: Minty on 11 March, 2011, 10:54:13 PM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 02 March, 2011, 03:10:02 PM
Don't know yet, probably a long queue but no matter what I'll be in that 500 >:D
Do you want me to lend you a Judge Minty costume for a bit of queue jumping?
Steven
Or, heh, queue
jimping... :)
Quote from: Minty on 11 March, 2011, 10:54:13 PM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 02 March, 2011, 03:10:02 PM
Don't know yet, probably a long queue but no matter what I'll be in that 500 >:D
Do you want me to lend you a Judge Minty costume for a bit of queue jumping?
Steven
who's gonna stop you dressed like Dredd? and you'd get your photos with the stars too
Quote from: Proudhuff on 12 March, 2011, 12:33:48 PM
Quote from: Minty on 11 March, 2011, 10:54:13 PM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 02 March, 2011, 03:10:02 PM
Don't know yet, probably a long queue but no matter what I'll be in that 500 >:D
Do you want me to lend you a Judge Minty costume for a bit of queue jumping?
Steven
who's gonna stop you dressed like Dredd? and you'd get your photos with the stars too
Stop putting ideas into my head :-X
You know you'd end up at Downing Street again...
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 26 February, 2011, 01:16:32 AM
After a quick look through the thread at who has actually bought tickets, it seems that there will be a good turnout from the forum.
Colin YNWA - Colin Zeal - Kerrin - Pete Wells - Dunk - Peter Wolf - El Chivo - willthemightyW - COMMANDO FORCES & Judge Palmer (he's mentioned it on Facebook)
Let's see
2000AD stand 'check'
2000AD panel 'check'
2000AD Grandmasters 'check'
Judge Dredd movie stuff 'CHECK'
Drinking on the Friday & Saturday evening with a great bunch of people 'check'
Pubcon 'che..........'
Anyone else going?
I can indeed confirm i'm going, bought my weekend tickets last year and with such a turn out of 2000AD writers and artists I wouldn't miss this for the world. I'll be staying at my sister's over the weekend in Kent so i'll be on the early train into London then Sat. and Sun., can't wait. :)
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 12 March, 2011, 04:43:21 PM
Quote from: Proudhuff on 12 March, 2011, 12:33:48 PM
Quote from: Minty on 11 March, 2011, 10:54:13 PM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 02 March, 2011, 03:10:02 PM
Don't know yet, probably a long queue but no matter what I'll be in that 500 >:D
Do you want me to lend you a Judge Minty costume for a bit of queue jumping?
Steven
who's gonna stop you dressed like Dredd? and you'd get your photos with the stars too
Stop putting ideas into my head :-X
Just say the word.
Though please don't beat anyone to a pulp! I know how you get once you put the Dredd uniform on!
Steven
I suppose we better sort out where we will all be meeting up at on the Saturday evening. Anyone got any ideas. Will we go for drinks only or will it be food followed by drinks. I'm sure our London members may know of such places!!
P.S. PM on it's way Steven ;)
All depends on where people are staying and what's a handy location. The area around the Business Design Centre has a huge choice of pubs, bars and restaurants. It's also on the Northern Line so handy for a tube to central London if needed. You're not far from Kings Cross or Euston there either so there are plenty of options.
Me and the Mrs are staying in Brent Cross. On the Northern Line so definately up for a few on Saturday night. Looking forward to meeting a few of you southers he he he. Just waiting for a venue from you guys.
Aha!! PubCon strikes back!!
After some investigating, we can book an area at the Slug and Lettuce on Upper Street (about 30 seconds walk from the Business Design Centre). No charge for the space as long as about 20 of us show up.... Which I don't think will be a problem....
Am happy to organise along with some appropriate "activities" (drinking, swearing, fawning over droids etc).
Count me in for that!
Darn tootin'!
Quote from: Kerrin on 17 March, 2011, 08:50:32 PM
Darn tootin'!
That sounds fantastic I'll defo make an appearance.
I always find Laterooms great to view if in need of places to stay especially in a place such as London. Any new guest updates for this yet? Would be nice if Jonathan Ross was signing his work there and not just presenting the quiz :D
Quote from: Lady Festina on 17 March, 2011, 08:21:42 PM
Aha!! PubCon strikes back!!
After some investigating, we can book an area at the Slug and Lettuce on Upper Street (about 30 seconds walk from the Business Design Centre). No charge for the space as long as about 20 of us show up.... Which I don't think will be a problem....
Am happy to organise along with some appropriate "activities" (drinking, swearing, fawning over droids etc).
So Slug and Lettuce it is then yes?
Damn.
Looks like tickets have sold out. The venue is about 20mins drive from me on an open road. Every now and then I work in a company about 10mins walk from the venue.
Guess I'll just get there for drinks in the evening at the Slug & Lettuce then.
There are still Saturday-only tickets available...
Slug and Lettuce is ok with me.
I have now gone and bought a ticket for the Saturday.I'm going down on a Friday to stay over and be early at the doors. After much umming and aahing about the cost , I have decided to treat myself for my 40th which is on the 12th.So finally will be able to meet other boarders assuming I recognise them.
Like others have asked , will there be signings or is it just q + a's ?
Watch this space for EXCLUSIVE announcement about, um, the Slug and Lettuce.....
Thrills! Spills! Details to follow.
(But yes, the Slug and Lettuce.)
Quote from: uncle fester on 21 March, 2011, 12:57:21 PM
There are still Saturday-only tickets available...
Thanks for pointing that out, Uncle. Didn't seem clear to me on the Kapow website. I done gone and booked myself in for Saturday so I'm chuffed with that.
(Just read Dark Judgement by the way – damn fine job by all concerned – I might even bring it for you to sign.)
Just booked for the Friday night at Jurys Inn :)
Anyone else staying there? Is it good?
Never stayed there myself but they're a big chain and seem to have a very good reputation. You won't have far to walk back in the evening.
Mark Gatiss and the fantastic Pete Milligan seem to have been added to the guest list (at least I hadn't noticed them before).
Also I'm personally very happy to see that Cinebooks have a table. They weren't sure whether they were coming but if they have the kinda offers on that people have suggested that they might I'll be spending a fair amount there!
Full line up is expected to be announced this week people :D
P.S:
I'm staying at Travelodge, Kings Cross. Is that close enough to the Con do people think? (Bit late to do anything about it if it isn't lol)
I'm sorting with Wake to have copies of Zarjaz, Dogbreath, FutureQuake & Something Wicked available that weekend.
Quote from: dodsy on 23 March, 2011, 01:01:32 PM
P.S: I'm staying at Travelodge, Kings Cross. Is that close enough to the Con do people think? (Bit late to do anything about it if it isn't lol)
Very close. One stop on Tube to Angel station then short walk. Might be easier and cheaper to jump on a bus. Go to http://journeyplanner.tfl.gov.uk and chuck in the postcodes for route.
Off the top of my head the 73 and 476 go from Kings Cross to Angel. Sure there are plenty more than just those though.
Edit: this map should show you all of them.
http://www.tfl.gov.uk/tfl/gettingaround/maps/buses/pdf/kingscross-2150.pdf
What's wrong with walking you lazy buggers ;)
I actually meant walking distance not buses but cheers anyway people.
I did a route finder and it said 10-15min on foot so it cant be that bad.
Not long now!
Ooh, hello... looks like I might be at this after all. Should know for sure tomorrow...
Cheers!
Jim
Just seen the latest announcment from IGN UK's twitter:
"The latest addition to the @KapowComicCon line-up is Dr Who writer, and League of Gentleman's @MarkGatiss. He'll be doing 'An Audience with"
Got a ticket for Sat, so hopefully there will be a Southern Contingent meet up before the talk?
There's been mention of this on the KaPow thread, but just a little plug of its own:
Saturday 9th April, from 4pm
At the Slug and Lettuce, Upper Street, Islington*
<ahem>
The perfect end to a comics day
Come along to the Slug and Lettuce to drink beer and talk shite with some of the forum's finest.
Artistic talent on display includes:
KevLev
Uncle Fester
El Chivo
Dunk!
Kerrin
Supersurfer
and the mighty Pete Wells
(Disclaimer: all of the above have said they're coming for drinks; if you buy them a pint, they may well do you a sketch)
Further guests to be announced (read: kidnapped from the big show)...
* From KaPow, exit the Business Design Centre and turn left onto Upper Street, walk about 50 yards, cross the road. The pub is on the corner looking over Islington Green.
Quote from: Lady Festina on 24 March, 2011, 05:58:30 PM
Further guests to be announced (read: kidnapped from the big show)...
I've just confirmed that I actually
will be at KaPow, in a semi-official capacity, but I probably won't be able to get away until 6:30-7:00, so try not to get
too drunk before I can make it to the pub, eh?
Cheers!
Jim
Whoo hoo!! Letterer to the stars, Jim Campbell, confirmed for the pub!
The line up of events has been fully listed now http://www.kapowcomiccon.com/events (http://www.kapowcomiccon.com/events)
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 31 March, 2011, 04:59:18 PM
The line up of events has been fully listed now http://www.kapowcomiccon.com/events (http://www.kapowcomiccon.com/events)
Well, that's not strictly true, because there'll be teams of artists attempting to set a couple of world records between 11:30am and 6:30pm on Saturday (http://robot6.comicbookresources.com/2011/03/kapow-comic-con-takes-aim-at-guinness-world-records/). And one letterer. :-)
Cheers!
Jim
I'll have a table...near the Tardis and Dalek exhibition. I don't have that much for sale: Dredd, Blake's 7 and Dan Dare badges, but I'll also hopefully have Dogbreath and Zarjaz from FutureQuake.
I might have a small number of Dredd helmets available and Jon Bayliss will be there with me.
I'll try to make it to the pub on Saturday evening too.
Cheers,
Wake
These events where there are only x amount of spaces - does that mean if you don't manage to get into an event , the artists will be on hand later to sign and sketch? Or are they only going to be in an event and that's it?
Also is it ok to bring a book for the artists to sign , I was thinking of bringing my copy of TPO and a couple of Marshal Laws for the Marshal Law room , or it is considered bad form? Excuse the questions but although I've been to a couple of cons , I've never had anything signed.
Hi fella
Firstly having a book already by the artist / writer is always good form unless the event is to sell a certain product like a forbidden planet signing.
Creators rarely sign at talks but will direct you afterwards to a signing in the lobby or at table X.
So turn up with your books and frankly pat mills is lovely and would sign for you anywhere including the bar. So bring all your books and relax - you will get them signed mostly likely straight after the talk.
Creators are usually lovely slightly drunk people - I've never had abad experience in 16 years...
Many thanks !
That's what I wanted to hear :)
I just didn't want to carry books around Laaaandon for no reason.
So there's always a chance to get a signing even if I don't get in the talk?
I'm quite excited by that 2000AD panel now. here's hoping I manage to get myself out of bed early enough to blag a space.
Yeah fingers crossed I get to London in time (have an hour buffer but dem trains dem trains).
Already missing the Pat Mills Kev O'Neill one which I a bit gutted about to be honest.
I see that they are having the World Exclusive showing of the first episode of Spielberg's new series here, FALLING SKIES. I might have to try and watch that on the Sunday, if I remember.
Edit: Just announced world exclusive Thor footage to be shown, along with Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston and Kenneth Branagh being there!
Have to be honest one of the things that attracts me to Kapow is all this movie stuff means that hopefully the queues for the comics things will be a lot shorter! Stuff like this can keep on coming.
Same here. I'm also pleased that the Marvel talk is on at the same time as the 2000AD panel. Hopefully most people will try and get in there, leaving plenty of spaces for me to get in to the other.
Quote from: Colin Zeal on 01 April, 2011, 04:26:20 PM
Same here. I'm also pleased that the Marvel talk is on at the same time as the 2000AD panel. Hopefully most people will try and get in there, leaving plenty of spaces for me to get in to the other.
Yep my thoughts exactly
Really?
Surely the point of these events is to increase readership- for everyone. Bunging the two talks together means that's another 500 people who aren't getting 2000AD's ThrillPower they have been sadly missing .... ::)
Glad to hear the UK are getting some movie firsts, may it long continue.
Really looking forward to this. First time I have ever been to one. Will be at the pub Saturday night. Hopefully will be there early Saturday morning (kapow not the pub) and meet up with CF. Will see you all there hopefully.
I want to go to the 2000ad panel, but I know that I'll miss it, because I'll forget. If you see me, grab me and drag me in, PLEASE!
Let's not forget to do a roll call a day or so before.
I have a weekend ticket but i will be present on Saturday only so if anyone present on Saturday who has a Saturday only ticket and would like to attend on Sunday then send a PM or ask on the day and you can have my ticket.
Quote from: Peter Wolf on 02 April, 2011, 03:06:50 PM
I have a weekend ticket but i will be present on Saturday only so if anyone present on Saturday who has a Saturday only ticket and would like to attend on Sunday then send a PM or ask on the day and you can have my ticket.
Looks like i'll be doing the same so 'ditto' to PW's post
Chi
Has it been announced whether the Dredd movie discussion will form part of the 2000ad panel?
Or is it a seperate thing?
This is strange!
When the initial panels were announced the 2000AD panel had the Dredd talk at the same time, with some bod from the film. Now that bit has been removed from the panel and there is no mention of Dredd what so ever!
There'll either be no presentation or they're really holding back till the day itself cos there's not even a Logo to represent the film yet. You'd think they'd advertise at least a week before the event.
Here are two official quotes from the facebook discussion board that may help some people!
Quotewe have designated signing sessions, the timetable for these will be released on the website in the next few weeks. You will not need to buy tickets for these, they will be on a queue basis.
Artists will be doing sketches in Artist's Alley, it is entirely up to each artist if they charge for these. Artist's may also have time to do a quick sketch at their signings table depending on the queue.
Quotethere is a limit of five items per signing to minimise queue time and keep these moving, and also give everyone a chance to get something signed.
PLUSQuoteOne lucky attendee will find a pair of Green Lantern Premiere tickets in their goodie bag! Will it be you?!
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 02 April, 2011, 08:16:30 PM
Quotethere is a limit of five items per signing to minimise queue time and keep these moving, and also give everyone a chance to get something signed.
Arh thats useful to know. I spent a pleasant hour this afternoon picking out a few(ish) things to sign. Most of them are safely under 5 but I'm going to have to trim my McMahon pile, can't even get all the Cursed Earth covers done...
Do you mean 5 items per artist/writer or 5 items all together no matter who signs it?
It's gotta be 5 per artist/writer/letterer, so bring a bergan ;)
Don't think I've seen mention of this yet but Simon Bisley has been added to the guest list.
Best they get some more drink on order ;)
Soooo, am I right in thinking some actual, official promo shots (and maybe even some footage) from Dredd are being shown at this?
Hope they release them online before too long...
Seeing as all mention of DREDD has been taken down, then your guess is as good as mine ::)
Full schedule here. Assuming we'll only be able to get to one signing per slot some tough choices. Alas Mike McMahon doesn't have an assigned slot either.
http://forums.millarworld.tv/index.php?/topic/97274-kapow-weekend/ (http://forums.millarworld.tv/index.php?/topic/97274-kapow-weekend/)
Do you reckon the 2000AD slot will be in the same room as the Marshal Law one? There's a 15 minute gap after ML finishes so it could be...
It is, it's the 500 seater!
Excellent - so I take it we just stay put?
No!
They will purge the rooms after each panel, what to do :-\
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 04 April, 2011, 08:57:26 PM
No!
They will purge the rooms after each panel, what to do :-\
Camouflage yourself....as a chair!
Just hope some smelly nerd doesn't sit on you.
I dunno - that could be... interesting.
From Facebook:
Ashley Beeching
Is the Dredd movie panel still going ahead?
on Saturday · Delete Post.Michael Dodsworth
@Ashley. I seriously hope so but it's looking unlikely :-( Unless the incorporate it into the 2000AD panel
3 hours ago · Report.
Ashley Beeching
Ooooh! That's a bit of a bummer! One of my main reasons for going!
Still, with all the 2000ad artists in attendance it should still be a good couple of days!
Doesn't sound good! :(
Hope the report's wrong!
Quote from: dweezil2 on 04 April, 2011, 10:13:09 PM
From Facebook:
Ashley Beeching
Is the Dredd movie panel still going ahead?
on Saturday · Delete Post.Michael Dodsworth
@Ashley. I seriously hope so but it's looking unlikely :-( Unless the incorporate it into the 2000AD panel
3 hours ago · Report.
Ashley Beeching
Ooooh! That's a bit of a bummer! One of my main reasons for going!
Still, with all the 2000ad artists in attendance it should still be a good couple of days!
Doesn't sound good! :(
Hope the report's wrong!
Don't take any notice of me, I'm just saying what I see
That's a real shame about the Dredd panel - I was hoping the interminable wait for something of substance to show up would soon be over - that first pic of Urban in costume was released back in November - nearly five months ago!
Perhaps they're holding back until they have a full poster/trailer/logo to reveal, or maybe they've signed an exclusive deal with one of the big movie mags like Empire and so decided against showing anything yet?
I just wish somebody would tell the fans what on earth is going on. It wouldn't be beyond the realms of possibility these days to post something somewhere or even a tweet, just out of courtesy!
If there's nothing at all from the Dredd film there, I will be slightly miffed to say the least. I mean, I never expected a trailer, some photo's for definate and a few snippets about the process, etc... Especially as this is the 'so called' San Diego experience in London and the movie gods go out of their way to promote their good there. I wonder if that's where it's going to happen with DREDD!
We now have a PR droid and I would have thought he would have mentioned something. I do believe that Dredd has something to do with 2000AD, doesn't he!
Anyway I shall have a good time of it but if I meet Millar then words will be said, if there is a no-show >:D
Maybe they wiped all the footage from the drives by mistake and are hoping nobody mentions it again.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 05 April, 2011, 04:21:57 PM
Anyway I shall have a good time of it but if I meet Millar then words will be said, if there is a no-show >:D
One more for the event diary.
I will be similarly aggrieved if there is absolutely nothing about the movie. Apart from a good piss up with boarders and meeting all the legendary droids who'll be there, that was one of it's more noticeable selling points when I bought my ticket.
I'm really looking forward to it but like many, only bought my tickets because of the promise of Dredd footage. Still, at least there's Dexter to look forward t... Oh, wait a minute, that's not happening now either >:(
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 02 April, 2011, 05:32:18 PM
This is strange!
When the initial panels were announced the 2000AD panel had the Dredd talk at the same time, with some bod from the film. Now that bit has been removed from the panel and there is no mention of Dredd what so ever!
Reality not living up to Mark Millar's hype is not going to make headlines ;)
There is a run down of the announced line-up here, with sarcastic commentary:
www.bleedingcool.com/2011/04/04/kapow-line-up-revealed-with-commentary-from-rich-and-brendon/
Rather a high Marvel:DC ratio there ;)
Big news though: There is no a female on the guest list.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 05 April, 2011, 04:21:57 PM
We now have a PR droid and I would have thought he would have mentioned something. I do believe that Dredd has something to do with 2000AD, doesn't he!
Molch-R is away having his circuits adjusted after the brutal indoctrination-blitz he has received. I think Robo-Keef is filling in for him and he might be able to give you more information, but it is possible it is largely out of their hands and has a lot to do with prodctiony-wuctiony type stuff (let me know if I'm blinding you with my advanced film knowledge there), so it is the film PR folks doing most of the running on this. Can't hurt to ask though.
There is a surprise panel but that wouldn't match with the initial press release that said footage would be shown at the 2000AD Q&A (and people are expecting X-Men: First Class there) but perhaps they bumped it up?
www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=29703
This is a bit of a blow, he is not only on quite a few panels but as one of Marvel's top talent scouts, he was going to be reviewing portfolios at the Cartoon Museum:
QuoteSad news, London... I won't be at the Cartoon Musuem or Kapow this weekend after all. First time I've ever had to cancel an event. So sorry!
http://twitter.com/#!/CBCebulski/status/55630436445077504
That's pretty shameful -- I know people who've put in a lot of time and spent real money prepping portfolios for review. At this late stage, I would have thought it was incumbent on Marvel to send someone.
Bah.
Jim
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 06 April, 2011, 05:11:39 PM
That's pretty shameful -- I know people who've put in a lot of time and spent real money prepping portfolios for review. At this late stage, I would have thought it was incumbent on Marvel to send someone.
Bah.
Jim
Far be it from me to defend Marvel but to be fair they still might? Either that or Steve Wacker might well step in?
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 06 April, 2011, 05:11:39 PM
That's pretty shameful -- I know people who've put in a lot of time and spent real money prepping portfolios for review. At this late stage, I would have thought it was incumbent on Marvel to send someone.
Bah.
Jim
Yeah- this is a bit of a stinker. How many guys and girls have bought tickets with the soul purpose of pitching, I wonder?
And alas Mike McMahon has had to pull out too according to Bleeding Cool
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2011/04/06/last-minute-kapowables/ (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2011/04/06/last-minute-kapowables/)
Well at least it means I'll have less comics to take with me!
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 06 April, 2011, 06:03:57 PM
And alas Mike McMahon has had to pull out too according to Bleeding Cool
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2011/04/06/last-minute-kapowables/ (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2011/04/06/last-minute-kapowables/)
Well at least it means I'll have less comics to take with me!
That is another blow but allow me to quote the sentence:
QuoteMike Mcmahon has also dropped out due to 'scheduling' difficulties. But Duncan Jones of Source Code is now attending on the Saturday.
Someone needs to find Duncan Jones and introduce him to Tharg (if he hasn't already done so himself) - getting another 2000AD movie out of this might be compensation for no Mike McMahon (especially for me as I'm not going ;) ).
After all the build up for this, I couldn't give a toss about the 2 days now!
At least I shall be seeing friendly faces over the two days and have a bloody good laugh with them, plus I have some lovely things to pick up ;)
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 06 April, 2011, 08:42:17 PM
After all the build up for this, I couldn't give a toss about the 2 days now!
Bring a
Bootknife©, spice things up.
Can't make this now. BALLS!
Bristol or bust then.
The portfolio review at the Cartoon Museum with the Marvel guy has definitely been cancelled, nobody else is standing in. Apparently though the Marvel guys will still be knocking about at the main event on the Saturday and Sunday.
Quote from: Old Tankie on 06 April, 2011, 11:01:35 PM
Apparently though the Marvel guys will still be knocking about at the main event on the Saturday and Sunday.
And not one of them could be arsed to step up and do the decent thing by filling in on the portfolio review? Again: I know how much some people had invested in that, and I think this is a piss-poor way of handling it.
Bah.
Jim
Hmm... Skins, Being Human, Misfits, Merlin, Hobo With A Shotgun, Insidious, Attack the Block, Falling Skies...
Yep, gotta love the great press that comics are getting these days!
-- Mike
Apparently Stephen Wacker will be around and do art only portfolio reviews (some people had prepared comics portfolios so the writer could show off their chops too). Depending on time and everything, I assume he'll be pretty busy.
The set-up for portfolio reviews is still as described on the Kapow Comic Con website. As of yesterday, they were still accepting advanced registrations for art portfolio reviews. If you just turn up with your portfolio without registering you could be disappointed.
Whoops another one that might get people angry (maybe). The surprise panel on Saturday is according to Mark Millar on twitter apparently (not checked myself) Noel Clarke... who's been listed as going for a while now. Not really a big surprise then? I wonder if this is another last minute thing?
Also was the Green Lantern panel on the listing over at the Kapow Website? If so that ones gone again.
Quote from: Emperor on 07 April, 2011, 02:43:05 AM
Apparently Stephen Wacker will be around and do art only portfolio reviews (some people had prepared comics portfolios so the writer could show off their chops too). Depending on time and everything, I assume he'll be pretty busy.
This from Mr Cebulski via Twitter
"Yes, @Marvel Senior Editors @StephenWacker (Spider-Man) & @Nick_Lowe_ (X-Men) will still be doing panels & reviewing portfolios at Kapow!"
Quote from: uncle fester on 07 April, 2011, 10:22:44 AM
This from Mr Cebulski via Twitter
"Yes, @Marvel Senior Editors @StephenWacker (Spider-Man) & @Nick_Lowe_ (X-Men) will still be doing panels & reviewing portfolios at Kapow!"
Excellent news. Well done, Marvel-folks.
Cheers!
Jim
Just seen confirmation that the comics have arrived with Wake for the gig- so if you want a copy of Zarjaz, FutureQuake 17 or Something Wicked 06- go see the Termight Replicas table! Copies are limited.
Sweet. I stocked up on a bunch of Zarjaz, FutureQuake and Something Wicked issues at the recent small press expo in London and I definitely want that ABC Warriors special.
I'll make sure to swing by the table and have a look at these mags. I've heard a lot about them but never seen one.
I've also just gone out and bought my first ever sketch pad in preparation for Saturday. I wonder who'll be lucky enough to be first into it?
I'll swing by as well - I bought a load at BICS then promptly picked up the wrong bag at the end of the day...
Not sure if I'll make both days - work has unloaded a ton of stuff that needs doing, but I want to see
a) either Dredd stuff
b) the reaction to there not being any Dredd stuff
BREAKING NEWS!
Sod the DREDD stuff, at least one Judge from Judge Minty will be there on both days, with the possibility of two ;)
Let's hope it's not the chubby comedy one!! :D
Will it be the gigantic one who was at Memorabilia a few weekends back?
Though he was brought down to size by a little girl who burst into tears when she was loomed over and asked if she was a lawbreaker.
Never seen a Judge be more apologetic even though the accompanying dad thought it was hilarious.
He apologised, that would be him on the long walk in my book ::)
Bless.
No idea who the other judge might be...
I'm sure there will be some good photo ops. I would love to get a pic of Brian Bolland and a Judge re-creating the Fist of Dredd frame. (minus the head shattering)
And I'd like to get a photo of a Judge Minty judge alongside my Termight Replicas version.
Tickets printed, now if I can just manage to not forget them Saturday morning...
Quote from: Kerrin on 07 April, 2011, 06:37:42 PM
Tickets printed...
Ah, I forgot about that bit. Thanks for the reminder.
Shall we do a roll call, then? Well, I'm going on Sat.
All weekend and I'll be enforcing the LAW on both those days :D
Both days, though I suspect I'll be there in a fairly nebulous state on Sunday.
I'll be chained to a laptop lettering the comic book record attempt pages for most of Saturday, but will only be around until about midday on Sunday -- I'll need some recovery time before work recommences, having essentially spent all of Saturday working!
Cheers
Jim
Quote from: Wake on 07 April, 2011, 05:03:15 PM
And I'd like to get a photo of a Judge Minty judge alongside my Termight Replicas version.
We need a photo of both pointing at each other and shouting JIMP!
See u guys Sat!
Chi
Quote from: SuperSurfer on 07 April, 2011, 07:59:27 PM
Quote from: Kerrin on 07 April, 2011, 06:37:42 PM
Tickets printed...
Ah, I forgot about that bit. Thanks for the reminder.
Shall we do a roll call, then? Well, I'm going on Sat.
Yep likewise big thank you for the reminder I really would have forgotten that!
Yep, I'll bring a couple of Judge cosies, not sure if it will be practical to have them wandering around all day.
John fits one quite well, not sure if we'll get anyone for the other.
I'm taking bets on how long John can wear the costume without being arrested for assault.
Steven
P.S. This is not an official Judge Minty promotion, I'm just bringing the costumes for a bit of fun.
Well, I almost missed my train today but I'm on my way.
Just a short five hour trip from Edinburgh to London, but I'm buzzing with excitement.
I'm there Saturday.........
Hint / Hint Steve............
Quote from: Large48 on 08 April, 2011, 01:34:38 PM
I'm there Saturday.........
Hint / Hint Steve............
That would be cool, but I've only got the large helmet (which fits John) and the small one which I don't think fits you?
We'll have to see how it fits together on the day.
See you there!
Sure I could do a 'film' version hat less!
And then wait for the fallout............ :o
It's gonna be hot and sweaty :lol:
Are you ready to face the horror that is Wellsy's snoring CF? It's legendary my friend!
I'll just pop something into your mouth when you start :lol:
Don't forget, we can leave our bags at the hotel on Sunday and collect them on the way back through!
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 08 April, 2011, 02:22:46 PM
It's gonna be hot and sweaty :lol:
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 08 April, 2011, 02:35:57 PM
I'll just pop something into your mouth when you start
It's like Brokeback City One!
Quote from: Dandontdare on 08 April, 2011, 02:39:14 PM
It's like Brokeback City One!
Are we back to "I am the Phwoar!" again??
Anyways, all you Saturday types - see you there or thereabouts or in the pub :D
Quote from: Minty on 08 April, 2011, 12:40:57 PM
John fits one quite well, not sure if we'll get anyone for the other.
Bugger, shame I'm not going, the other costume fitted me really well. My glasses under the helmet is a problem though :D.
Pop by and say hello at the Murky Depths table . . . What pub you in Saturday night?
Slug'n'Lettuce?
Quote from: Dandontdare on 08 April, 2011, 02:39:14 PM
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 08 April, 2011, 02:22:46 PM
It's gonna be hot and sweaty :lol:
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 08 April, 2011, 02:35:57 PM
I'll just pop something into your mouth when you start
It's like Brokeback City One!
Looking forward to seeing some red-hot judicial action :)
Quote from: Lucifal on 08 April, 2011, 04:08:28 PM
Pop by and say hello at the Murky Depths table . . . What pub you in Saturday night?
Slug'n'Lettuce?
Yes, in the Slug from 4pm on the Saturday.
I'm on the train now, should be a good laugh tonight, especially when I meet Pete at Kings Cross.
Hey CF, we could go for a pint at the Flying Scotsman :)
Hope all yous lot have a fab time, and I'm annoyed that I won't be there. CF: you know what I like- any freebie's, pick em up for me if you've got room!
I'll leave you now to your sweaty helmets, King's Cross, worrying about whose helmet will "fit" who and other such campery.
I will, actually, be in London tomorrow, as we are taking the boys up to the Dr Who Experience at Olympia, so will be around there, then FP in the late afternoon, then Chinatown for nosh. So close, yet so far.
SBT
I'm now relaxing in the hotel and I'm a bit worried at how close Pete's bed is to mine.
In fact this room is smaller than my 'cellar'.
Don't worry SBT, I will do my best!
Currently proofing out PDFs and uploading pages via 3G modem from my somewhat --ahem-- functional room at the Euston Travelodge. One more job to go, the I may venture out in search of a pint...
Cheers!
Jim
Hope everyone has a really fantastic time and make sure to share all the gossip ye hear.
Looking forward to tommorow! Save us a place in the Twoth Panel line-up queue if u can guys!
Also, i'm bringing a few copies of Paragon 7 http://www.2000adonline.com/forum/index.php/topic,32299.msg591962.html#msg591962 if anyone is interested in a gander/copy of their own
Cheers
Chi
Have a great time folks. If it had been any other weekend I would have been there but I'm off oop north.
I look forward to reading all about it on here when I'm back home on Monday.
Hope it's good but I'm saving myself for Bristol 8-)
Well I'm off to bed soon but hope to catch up with a few people there tomorrow or Sunday.
Well I'm sat in the Jurys inn bar right now after trying to find the hotel for two hours :lol:
I don't suppose anyone here is here , I'm in the corner with a Bacardi and coke :lol:
I think I passed that on my wanderings earlier, could be wrong though!
It's nice and quiet here and the couple next to me are eating pizza and chips and it's making me hungry
Just checked the phone maps and I did walk past you, stay there and when Pete gets here we'll be on our way!
I'll be here - bar shuts at 1-2 Am
We will be there, eventually!
Ha ha ha - I'm on my second cider and second Malibu - I feel fiiiiiine
Couple next to me have just left and they have left a few chips behind - would anyone think anything
less of me if I ate them?
It's your DUTY to eat them.
I did - I feel cheap :-[
Cheap as chips?
And a bit of pizza crust :-[
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 08 April, 2011, 10:46:02 PM
Cheap as chips?
Good God man!
I've made a brief sortie to the pub to make sure I haven't forgotten how to drink bee-er. Bag packed, tickets printed, tube map checked, ready to rock. Plan for tomorrow mostly consists of get there in time for 2000AD board, drink. That's as far as I got.
last late reminder before i stumble tipsily to my bed...
slug and lettuce - any time after 4 - look for.... um... look for people who look a bit like you... (ground floor, somewhere near a window, pile of comics in front of us).
a prize for anyone who slaps the Millar (not a euphemism), or captures photographic evidence of physical contact with a 2000AD legend. i wish you luck on your quest!
Pete Wells, strontium71 and my goodself are still drinking.
Rock and Roll :D
I survived Pete's snoring and now it's time to get ready for the day ahead!
Morning, all! Just packing everything up and heading off for the Con.
See some of you there, and some more after at the pub.
Cheers!
Jim
Front of the Q :D
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 09 April, 2011, 06:41:54 AM
I survived Pete's snoring and now it's time to get ready for the day ahead!
You get up at 6AM every morning? You can take the man out of the army...
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 09 April, 2011, 10:40:26 AM
You get up at 6AM every morning? You can take the man out of the army...
Probably had to be up early so that he could nip back home and check the Cellar defenses. There's a lot of hungry fanboys who know that the cat's away.
Quote from: TordelBack on 09 April, 2011, 10:51:44 AM
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 09 April, 2011, 10:40:26 AM
You get up at 6AM every morning? You can take the man out of the army...
Probably had to be up early so that he could nip back home and check the Cellar defenses. There's a lot of hungry fanboys who know that the cat's away.
Yup this "nort forum gathering" is just a cover - we're actually outside CF's house now with a hire van!
Geek Syndicate are tweeting from the 2000AD talk at the moment if you want to follow...
photo's damn it we need photos!!!
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 09 April, 2011, 12:17:58 PM
Geek Syndicate are tweeting from the 2000AD talk at the moment if you want to follow...
A lot of the dredd designs influenced mad max #2000AD panel at #Kapow
3 minutes ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
Jock 'dredd film is grim, violent and not child friendly' #2000AD panel at #Kapow
9 minutes ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
Matt smith 'it's hard work to try to get 10 to 14 year old reading comics' #2000AD panel at #Kapow
11 minutes ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
Jock 'don't worry about the spy pic of the dredd bike it looks so much better when it's shot properly' #2000AD panel at #Kapow
12 minutes ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
Jock 'I've seen the first scenes of the dredd movie and it looks fucking great' #2000AD panel at #Kapow
14 minutes ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
The dredd film feels like a dredd story - dave gibbons on the dredd screenplay #2000AD panel at #Kapow
16 minutes ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
Dave gibbons very positive about digital comics #2000AD panel at #Kapow
19 minutes ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
Great discussion on digital comics and working on comics on computer #2000AD panel at #Kapow
21 minutes ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
Walking dredd #2000AD panel at #Kapow http://twitpic.com/4ioci7
24 minutes ago via Twitpic
3 more series of niokai dante and it's all over #2000AD panel at #Kapow
30 minutes ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
Really enjoying 2000AD panel #Kapow http://twitpic.com/4io9d3
32 minutes ago via Twitpic
Midnight surfer - jock
37 minutes ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
Graveyard shift al ewing
38 minutes ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
'If you had to take one 2000AD story to a desert island which one ' #Kapow
38 minutes ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
'Series 3 prog 1740 zombo you will laugh or I will hurt you' al ewing 2000AD #Kapow
40 minutes ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
'I wanted to take risks with damnation station' al ewing 2000AD panel at #Kapow
42 minutes ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
Dave gibbons chatting about how rogue trooper was created from a reader poll #Kapow 2000ad
about 1 hour ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
Working at 2000AD give creators the freedom they can't get in the US but less money to be made #Kapow
about 1 hour ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
'You can tell any kind of story with dredd' al ewing 2000AD panel at #Kapow
about 1 hour ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
Dave g was just telling the story of seeing the pencils for judge dredd #1 #Kapow
about 1 hour ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
And there you go!
Seriously though... Gibbons? He's a massive name and all, but hardly anything to do with 2000AD anymore, is he?
Quote from: Dunk! on 07 April, 2011, 03:41:45 PM
Will it be the gigantic one who was at Memorabilia a few weekends back?
Though he was brought down to size by a little girl who burst into tears when she was loomed over and asked if she was a lawbreaker.
Never seen a Judge be more apologetic even though the accompanying dad thought it was hilarious.
Fabulous. Oh what a DVD extra that would have made.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 09 April, 2011, 12:42:50 PM
And there you go!
Seriously though... Gibbons? He's a massive name and all, but hardly anything to do with 2000AD anymore, is he?
Nothing should stop him talking about it's past and he is
part of a panel.
The 2000ad panel heartily endorses the upcoming film of the 2000ad character Judge Dredd.
Not really anything to go on.
Quote from: Dunk!;597058The 2000ad panel heartily endorses the upcoming film of the 2000ad character Judge Dredd.
Not really anything to go on.
Thanks for the updates guys, l'd love to be there. I've a feeling their holding out and some big DREDD related surprise will appear during the day.
Quote from: dracula1 on 09 April, 2011, 02:33:04 PM
Quote from: Dunk!;597058The 2000ad panel heartily endorses the upcoming film of the 2000ad character Judge Dredd.
Not really anything to go on.
Thanks for the updates guys, l'd love to be there. I've a feeling their holding out and some big DREDD related surprise will appear during the day.
yeah... Cellar of Dredd breeched!!!
PubCon is officially under way. We have beer and Uncle Fester is sketching (he's good, you know) :)
Me and JB will be there soon!
My mind is now at ease, especially as I collared Jock after the panel.
On the merchandise front, let's just say I am extremely happy with the news that I now know :D
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 09 April, 2011, 04:41:29 PM
My mind is now at ease, especially as I collared Jock after the panel.
Do tell or we torch the
cellar.
Pubcon exclusive: judge minty updates and footage!! Who needs Hollywood?
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 09 April, 2011, 04:41:29 PM
On the merchandise front, let's just say I am extremely happy with the news that I now know :D
dont leave it there man! tell and we might let you have some stuff back! ;)
Roll call at the pub so far: pete wells, kevlev, supersurfer, commando forces, el chivo, steve + steve + steve (aka the mintys plus a Mrs), fester, spire68 (who isn't called that but it's quite noisy here) plus one, and another person who I have to go meet now.... There is beer, there are sketches, life is good :-)
Don't close here till 7.30 then I've got to find my hotel. Doubt I'll be there till 8.30. Hope you'll still be there!
We have gained Wake, plus 2. Supersurfer's judge death sketch is fab. I have had my portrait drawn by kerrin, but have now put myself in the hands of pete wells - worried....
Keep an eye on 'those' hands.
Back.
Uploading photos as we speak, will post a link later.
Missed out on the panel, due to me forgetting my camera and having to travel across London to fetch it... Althought the knowledge that there wouldn't be any Dredd footage or stills didn't make it quite so annoying.
Most of the day was spent shadowing CF in costume, and met up with quite a few creators - everyone was great and finished the day in the pub.
Pretty busy, and I think with more organisation it could be really something.
best quote of the day on a massive queue for Mark Millar "There were that many people who wanted to give him a slap?"
http://www.flickr.com/photos/stephendgreen/sets/72157626462798298/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/stephendgreen/sets/72157626462798298/)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5069/5603642859_f51f6949ea.jpg)
I had a good, if hot, day.
Dredd badges sold out (apart from two display copies, and one that's now reserved)
Zarjaz sold out (15 copies)
FutureQuake down to 1 copy left out of 5.
Lot'a of photos of people wearing the helmet.
Shame I couldn't make any of the talks or see many creators (though Brendan said hi, which was cool).
Tomorrow I'll have 5 helmets to sell, but not much else, since noone seems tempted by the Blake's 7 badges.
Cheers,
Wake
Had a great day bringing The Law to quite a few criminals, both inside and outside of Kapow.
I gave most of these perps a choice, hit with the day stick, shot by the Lawgiver or punched in the face and they all enjoyed their chosen punishment.
One lad asked if I could stand on his back and shoot him in the head, I was only too happy to oblige!
Roll on tomorrow when I do it all again.
Looking at Steve's pictures I kinda wish I'd been now! I had planned to. Never mind. If it was successful maybe there'll be more.
The guy on the right in this picture (http://www.flickr.com/photos/stephendgreen/5603656125/in/photostream/) looks like his helmet is on a bit of a wobble! Hee, hee.
Anyway, looked a lot of fun. Bet that helmet was sweltering.
Steve can't resist grading his pictures to make them 'gritty'.
Well, since Bolland was charging £100 a pop for sketches, I thought should add some value for money :)
£100 a sketch? You're shitting me! I'd expect him to frame it, come round my house and hang it on the fucking wall for that!
The Wells monster is snoring away next to me as I look out of the window and feel another hot day coming but justice must be served, no matter what the weather.
It's a slightly later start today so there is no rush!
Along with Bolland charging £100, some Yank was asking £75, still I got a few superb sketches at the pub last night, I'll upload my pics later.
Well its time to wake the thing from the black lagoon, bye!
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 09 April, 2011, 11:52:50 PM
Had a great day bringing The Law to quite a few criminals, both inside and outside of Kapow.
I gave most of these perps a choice, hit with the day stick, shot by the Lawgiver or punched in the face and they all enjoyed their chosen punishment.
One lad asked if I could stand on his back and shoot him in the head, I was only too happy to oblige!
Roll on tomorrow when I do it all again.
That's a great post John, I'm glad you are such a pro at this ;-)
You forgot broken neck or kicked in the groin.
The photos are really good Steve, I'm glad Tharg made an appearance.
Cosplay day today too ....
Quote from: Dandontdare on 10 April, 2011, 01:21:49 AM
£100 a sketch? You're shitting me! I'd expect him to frame it, come round my house and hang it on the fucking wall for that!
According to Steve S, there was a list with mostly £100s and one £200.
For that you get plastering and decorating done as well...
Adi Granov had a portfolio for sale. A snip at £1,400...
Big thanks to all the boarders at the Slug & Lettuce post-con who made me feel very welcome (and bought me beer). Good to faces names, and a pleasure to meet some of you again.
I must apologise for being a bit frazzled and perhaps not my usual witty self (although I had a couple of choice bon mots for Pete Wells) and for my early exit upon realising that a small cereal bar at eight in the morning did not make a sound basis for an evening's drinking!
Onwards to Bristol!
Cheers
Jim
So-called portfolio reviews were a complete joke; few, if any, were looked at; unorganised chaos apparently. Reviews are supposedly going to take place on the Sunday, but don't hold your breath. The lad was not amused, but cheered up after a night in the pub with pals!!
Confronted Mark Millar, fists flew, photographic evidence will be up tonight :D
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES;597223Confronted Mark Millar, fists flew, photographic evidence will be up tonight :D
Dispense justice please.
Nice one, CF!
Chi
Just want to say MANY thanks to Pete and John , who met me in the Jurys , for holding my hand on the Sat morning and getting me in the queue ( near the front , thanks to Johns friend , who for shame I can't remember his name ). I genuinely would have chickened out otherwise.
My only gripe was I realllly wanted Steve Dillon to sign and sketch but missed him :(
To be honest I only got Pat Mills , Clint Langley ,David Baillie and Shaky Kane to sign as the queues were horrendous.
The best part for me was taking a picture of Harley Quinn who I stalked for ages to get a shot - she was gorgeous , as were the four girls dressed as DC characters.
On another plus side , I just recieved an email saying I won the blu-ray compo that I entered while I was there. Hopefully I'll now win the GIANT T-600 terminator next!
Great day , thanks to John and Pete , and next up is Bristol in May!
That was great fun. A pleasure as always to meet all the boarders, creators and 2000AD staff who were there. The 2000AD panel was interesting and Jock let slip he'd seen the first five minutes of the new film and it was "Fucking great!". Tharg showed us some images from upcoming stuff which I know some people got sneaky pics of, Absalom looks class.
I was completely slack on the photo taking front, didn't get round to acquiring any sketches, apart from one belter from Uncle Fester and only ended up buying two GNs. Ah well, good fun nonetheless.
Here's a few phone photos I managed to get.
You dare laugh at my judicial crotch?! CF gets into character.
(http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq47/spugnut/IMG_0078.jpg)
Jim Campbell (far left) during the successful world record attempt. On Jim's left is Steve Yeowell, on Jim's right is Brendan McCarthy and opposite Jim is Dave Gibbons. Not a bad little get together. The others round the table are also no doubt extremely well known but I'm afraid I have no idea who they are.
(http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq47/spugnut/IMG_0079.jpg)
Supersurfer, Pete Wells and Lady Festina. They don't call him Wellsy Beer for nothing.
(http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq47/spugnut/IMG_0081.jpg)
And some lovely cosplay ladies from this morning.
(http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq47/spugnut/IMG_0084.jpg)
(http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq47/spugnut/IMG_0085.jpg)
HURRAH!
The two Minty Steve's were there as well and some of the footage they had on their iPads was awesome, Pat Mills was particularly impressed.
All in all a ruddy good do.
Quote from: strontium71 on 10 April, 2011, 02:55:40 PM
Just want to say MANY thanks to Pete and John , who met me in the Jurys , for holding my hand on the Sat morning and getting me in the queue
I recommend that alcohol-based hand wash for next time - a couple of shots of that and Pete goes to sleep in the corner.
Quote from: strontium71 on 10 April, 2011, 02:55:40 PM
The best part for me was taking a picture of Harley Quinn who I stalked for ages to get a shot - she was gorgeous
The one without a hat?
Quote from: Kerrin on 10 April, 2011, 03:32:55 PMJim Campbell (far left) during the successful world record attempt. On Jim's left is Steve Yeowell, on Jim's right is Brendan McCarthy and opposite Jim is Dave Gibbons. Not a bad little get together. The others round the table are also no doubt extremely well known but I'm afraid I have no idea who they are.
(http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq47/spugnut/IMG_0079.jpg)
Blimey that is rather a star-studded table (and Jim ;) ). Well done all, any more details on this?
Looks like you all had a great time while I was here working away.
So come on then what was Movie X at 2:15?
Emperor - the one with the hat. I'm uploading to Photobucket as I write so hopefully I can provide a linky shortly. You'll like the 4 DC girls as well . Kerrins pic above has 2 of them but mine shows the Deadpool girl sans mask - yum!
Edit: I've just realised thanks to Kerrins pic above that I forgot about the bloody Slug get-together :(
Who is that character with Deadpool in Kerrins picture by the way? I've named my other three but she eludes me...
Quote from: strontium71 on 10 April, 2011, 04:15:08 PM
Who is that character with Deadpool in Kerrins picture by the way? I've named my other three but she eludes me...
I honestly haven't got a clue. I couldn't have told you
who the majority of the cosplay characters were but fair play to 'em. Especially Geek Hulk.
Here's the sketch Uncle Fester did for me in the pub. I had no idea he was doing it and to say I'm impressed doesn't quite cover it. It's amazing to see some one else go with an idea of yours and knock it out of the park. I now have added impetus to get off my lazy arse and write a five pager.
The return of...
The Fatty Tank!
(http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq47/spugnut/IMG_0087.jpg)
LOVE IT!
Quote from: LARF on 10 April, 2011, 04:02:08 PM
Looks like you all had a great time while I was here working away.
So come on then what was Movie X at 2:15?
Just looked on Twitter and it appears to have been 'Super'.
Quote from: strontium71 on 10 April, 2011, 04:04:34 PM
Emperor - the one with the hat.
So this one:
http://misskatequinn.tumblr.com
Not this one:
http://harlequinfairy.tumblr.com
The ladies to love their Harley Quinn cosplay.
Quote from: strontium71 on 10 April, 2011, 04:04:34 PM
Who is that character with Deadpool in Kerrins picture by the way? I've named my other three but she eludes me...
Always a tricky one, they could be mistake for someone doing a Black Widow (not a sexual position), but the eye furthest from us, and largely obscured, is the clue - it is Domino:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Domino_%28comics%29
OK here is a linky to Photobucket
http://s994.photobucket.com/albums/af68/strontium71/
I'm sorry , I still don't know how to reduce my pictures for inclusion here but this is the next best thing.
Yes indeed it was the first one and yes it looks like Domino - well done!
Kapow was really great.
Bought a copy of FutureQuake, bought a lot of other comics, attended a lot of panels (ducked out of Movie X when it turned out to be 'Super' and went to the Spiderman panel instead) and just had a great time.
Headed home to Edinburgh tomorrow, just trying to work out what to do with the rest of my day.
Back home in sunny Derbyshire now. What a fantastic weekend(that includes Grease on Friday night!). Many many thanks to Commando Forces,Pete Wells and Strontium71 for letting me tag along, I suppose saving em a space right at the front of the Q meant they probably didn't have a choice he heh he.
As for Kapow I thought overall it was ok. The 2000ad panel was excellent, especially when Jock said do you want me to talk about the film and everyone said yes. Having a 20 min chat with Brian Bolland was pretty awesome, I was a little starstruck to say the least, got some great sketches at Kapow from David Baillie, Shakey Kane(unfinshed) and a stonking pic of Joe PIneapples from Clinton Langley.
The pub con was brill. The fact I have never met any of the boarders before made their friendship and company more amazing. Many thanks to Uncle Fester, Supersurfer, El Chivo and Kev for the excellent sketches in my £3 2000ad Sketch Book, thanks again guys. Was great to meet Lady Festina, Kerrin, The Minty Boys, Colin(sorry I went before you came back dude) , Wake, and anyone else I have forgotten. Was great to chat with likeminded people as no one understands phrases like drok, I am the law, Dredd, etc etc etc up here in darkest Derbyshire, as my Mrs said to me last night " your like a kid in a sweet shop". I must give Linda (the Mrs) a special mention as she was expecting to meet lots of geeks and dweebs, not the "NORMAL" lot who was in the pub!!!!! I will be emailing CF the team photo she took last night within the hour hopefully so it will be up on here soon.
Thanks again to all the boarders who made me feel very welcome, hope to meet up again very very soon.
Shaky never finished your pic Spireite? Did he not return?
And it was great to meet you as well , your pic is up on photobucket - just go back a few posts for the linky.
See you next time..
Yeah he returned but when i went back to his table there was a lot waiting and he looked a little flustered so i decided not to inflict Dredd on him again!!! Hey stront do you still have the pic of Comic Book Guy? Can you put it on here he he he.
The file is too large , I still don't know how to reduce. It's on Photobucket if someone wants to bring it over if possible. He was funny wasn't he?
And Shaky reaaally didn't want to do my Dredd ha ha - he said he was a bit out of touch bless him.
http://s994.photobucket.com/albums/af68/strontium71/
This is the direct link to Comic Book Guy :lol:
Actually I effed up , it isn't the direct link , this is..
Apologies if he's a fellow boarder gulp..
http://s994.photobucket.com/albums/af68/strontium71/?action=view¤t=004.jpg
The guy in the red t shirt was at Kapow and is COMIC BOOK GUY from The Simpsons. The dosnt do him much justice but i swear it was him!!!!! Thanks for the pic Stronty.
http://s994.photobucket.com/albums/af68/strontium71/?action=view¤t=004.jpg
Yeah , he's a bit hidden away there , but it was him though
What actually was Movie X ?
And was it actually a flm or just a trailer or what ?
:-*
Super I think. I'd gone by then.
Quote from: Steve Green on 10 April, 2011, 07:36:39 PM
Super I think. I'd gone by then.
Seriously ?
Talk about disappointment...
:|
Seems to be the case, according to various tweets.
I had to get some work done, so I wasn't hanging around on Sunday...
Well back home after KaPow and it was a mixed bag.
The good: was meeting so many fine folk from the board.
The bad: not really having enough time to speak to everyone as was also catching up with some friends I'd not seen for an age and being old and grumpy the pub was too loud to do both comfortably
The good: so much to do Saturday I didn't get even close to doing it all
The bad: not enough to do Sunday so much so I popped off for a good chunk of the afternoon for a speedy visit to some of my favourite bits of the British Museum
The good: Some great stalls and bargains to be had (particularly fond of the deal at Cinebooks)
The bad: not enough back issue bins so my want list is barely dented
The good: Meeting Chief and seeing the brilliant binds he gets done
The bad: this new found expense to my wife!
A mixed bag all in all but well worth it.
Truly sorry I missed this, purely for the boarder evening meet up.
and now the fact that Khandie Khisses was there apparently. sigh
I shall post many things later and lots of pics, as I'm having some family time but here is just one of those pics to wet your appetite.
Where's DREDD?
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/P4100946.jpg)
For the dads out there I would say that Bristol / Bham = day out at Blackpool, and & kapow = Disneyland.
It was faster, relentless, much better tied in to other media but just on a whole new scale. You had to wait longer but you got to see much bigger names but ultimately spend less time with them.
I sat in the millarworld panel full 750 seats and standing, 2000ad had a 500 seated less than a third full. So first of all miller has turned is into a movement. He has spotted the tv link I hadn't MASSIVE queues for Skins and Merlin (who would have thought).
deep down I'm still rather fond of blackpool, it's familiar, safe and still pulls in the crowds but this was a whole new level and I hope it continues next year as it has the best chance of getting comics to a new audience. You had to choose what to do and stick with it or risk seeing nothing. but the overall experience was quite overwhelming. I do now consider millar to have the influence in the 10s that 2000ad had in the 80s. He has a real zeitgeist of cynical, optioned in advance but well structured comics...
Judging by the size of the crowds , I think it's a given that it was popular enough to hopefully come back next year. The brilliant weather didn't hurt either.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 10 April, 2011, 08:57:59 PM
I shall post many things later and lots of pics, as I'm having some family time but here is just one of those pics to wet your appetite.
Where's DREDD?
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/P4100946.jpg)
If the next frame isn't full of red, I will be disappointed John :)
Anyone want to animate that and stick it on a conveyor belt over a pit of molten steel?
Movie x was Super. I spoke to quite a few pissed off people who had qued for nearly 2 hrs to try & get in only to be turned away & then told what the film was. The que went around nearly the whole of the top floor.
Just got home after a cracking weekend. I'm off to prod the missus in the back, so I'll talk more tomorrow!
Quote from: Pete Wells on 10 April, 2011, 10:42:40 PM
Just got home after a cracking weekend. I'm off to prod the missus in the back, so I'll talk more tomorrow!
You could at least kiss her first.
I have a great time, though I didn't get to see much beyond my table.
Took over 200 photos, mostly of people wearing my Dredd helmet. If you're in the album, please tag yourself.
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=642586&id=872860541&l=b58a796f6a (http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=642586&id=872860541&l=b58a796f6a)
Sold all 30 Dredd badges, all 15 Zarjazes, all 5 FutureQuakes, around 4 pages of artwork and 2 Dredd helmets.
I just spent ages doing a masive post and the computer crashed so I'm just gonna post a few pics from both days up now and jabber on tomorrow (somewhere in this batch will be what happened with Mark Millar).
After a couple of hours sleep on Friday, me and Pete have a slap up breakfast on the way to the con.
Picture by strontium71 (stolen by me)
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spireite68 sees us walk round the corner and becons us to the front of the entrance queue, it would have been bad manners to turn down such a request!
Again, picture stolen from strontium71
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2000AD panel Due to the fact that I was first in the Queue, I was sat front and centre, sah!
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Me and Pete at the 2000AD stand.
MERCHANDISE ALERT!
So, you want to become a Judge, watch this space! That is all I can say on the matter, so please don't ask! Suffice to say the droids could not resist my powers of persuasion. And no I didn't employ any torture methods. I said it on the weekend that I was very happy with what is coming, well believe me I am and so will you lot!
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I sense the bloody thing is gonna crash so I'm stopping for the night. I'll continue later today
Great stuff! Fine figures of British manhood!
A big thank you to Lady Festina and the other guys at the Slug and Lettuce for keeping me sane. . . well, some way towards sanity.
Who are those London Rockin Rollers?! Yum! ;)
Saturday was a lot of fun. Always good to meet up with more people from this forum and it was a lot of fun in the pub. The event itself was ok. Apart from the 2000AD panel there was nothing much else that i was really interested in seeing. Did get a copy of The Red Seas signed by both Ian Edginton and Steve Yeowell though, along with some nice sketches including one by Chris Weston.
The 2000ad panel discussion is being picked up by some of the mainstream media:
QuoteJock has discussed the upcoming Judge Dredd movie at Kapow! Comic Con.
Speaking at the 2000 AD Mega-Stars panel, the artist said that he had seen some footage recently and that it was "very promising".
"It looks great," he said. "It's tough, it's hard, it's violent. I was worried that I would have to come here and say, 'Yeah, it's okay.' "
http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/movies/news/a313847/judge-dredd-very-promising-says-jock.html (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/movies/news/a313847/judge-dredd-very-promising-says-jock.html)
Quote from: Colin Zeal on 11 April, 2011, 09:24:59 AM
Did get a copy of The Red Seas signed by both Ian Edginton and Steve Yeowell though
Has Yeowell got a restraining order on you yet or did you go in disguise? :) Cheers for the Sunday ticket btw. After seeing Old Tankie's post about the portfolio fiasco I decided to give it a miss though.
Quote from: uncle fester on 11 April, 2011, 10:06:29 AM
Quote from: Colin Zeal on 11 April, 2011, 09:24:59 AM
Did get a copy of The Red Seas signed by both Ian Edginton and Steve Yeowell though
Has Yeowell got a restraining order on you yet or did you go in disguise? :) Cheers for the Sunday ticket btw. After seeing Old Tankie's post about the portfolio fiasco I decided to give it a miss though.
My stalking of Steve Yeowell took place after the signing, so no need for a disguise. Although I'm not sure it really was stalking. I mean, I only followed him down the street for about 50 yards or so.
No problem about the ticket. I had a nice day in front of the tv and then went to the pub in the afternoon.
Pat Mills has put a link for the Minty trailer on his Twitter feed and a photo of himself with CF as Dredd. What a nice man!
Quote from: Lucifal on 11 April, 2011, 07:27:30 AM
A big thank you to Lady Festina and the other guys at the Slug and Lettuce for keeping me sane. . . well, some way towards sanity.
Hmm. Seems there were a significant number of boarders at the Slug & Lettuce to whom I wasn't introduced, or to whom I failed to introduce myself. My apologies if you were one of those people, particularly if I seemed rude. Perhaps we should all have name badges next time?
Cheers!
Jim
Quote from: Kerrin on 11 April, 2011, 10:46:16 AM
Pat Mills has put a link for the Minty trailer on his Twitter feed and a photo of himself with CF as Dredd. What a nice man!
Yeah, we had a chat with Pat and Clint on Saturday, really enthusiastic and great to talk to.
Okay, I'll just do numerous short posts, just in case this bloody machine crashes again! The fan stopped working and it started to heat up so quickly and that's why it died ::)
Stay tuned......
As soon as we entered the convention hall we made a beeline to the 2000AD stand and had numerous chats with the lads there and the same at Wake's stand. These became my focal points for the weekend.
Talking to the 2000AD lads, it seems as if they did some excellent business, which can only bode well for the future. Yes I did talk merchandise and as said before what is coming is bloody exciting (I've just pm'd them to see if I can reveal one thing, that I have not even hint'd at because I have only just remembered it now. So lets hope they say yes or they do an official announcement)
On the merchandise front Wake sold quite a large part of his stock and if you look at his facebook page he has hundreds of people wearing one of the helmets. There are a couple of Judge Giants and a couple of Dirty Franks, which are :lol:
As soon as I could start to queue up for the 2000AD talk I did and as one would expect, I was at the front. Dedication has to be shown at all times. As said by many already, this was informative but also very funny. Seeing as Wake asked if I could record the panel on his digital voice recorder and as I was sat at the front, I did. The panel was supposed to be 60 mins but overran by 10, great stuff. Obviously DREDD was mentioned, future stories and memories from each creator.
QuoteSeeing as Wake asked if I could record the panel on his digital voice recorder and as I was sat at the front, I did.
Are you going to post in anywhere? I wouldn't mind a listen...
You'll have to contact Wake as he has the device, he did tell me that he had enjoyed listening to it. Only a few quiet bits due to audience questions but overall not bad!
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 10 April, 2011, 08:57:59 PM
I shall post many things later and lots of pics, as I'm having some family time but here is just one of those pics to wet your appetite.
Where's DREDD?
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/P4100946.jpg)
Wow! I never knew Michael Ball was a big fan of comics
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Great reporting guys, loving tghe photos, keep em coming
Laptop has froze again (on phone now) so will try uploading later as I am slightly unhappy to say the least!
Quote from: Wake on 10 April, 2011, 11:33:23 PM
I have a great time, though I didn't get to see much beyond my table.
Took over 200 photos, mostly of people wearing my Dredd helmet. If you're in the album, please tag yourself.
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=642586&id=872860541&l=b58a796f6a (http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=642586&id=872860541&l=b58a796f6a)
Sold all 30 Dredd badges, all 15 Zarjazes, all 5 FutureQuakes, around 4 pages of artwork and 2 Dredd helmets.
Am pleased to see myself as photo 197 (but cant tag), it was great wearing the helmet hence the smile rather than the usual Dredd Grimace, also wish I'd had a shave now too.
Thanks to Wake, you must have been inundated with requests for the helmet etc and considering I caught you when the show was closing, you were very open to any pic requets, cheers mate!
Quote from: Kerrin on 10 April, 2011, 03:32:55 PMJim Campbell (far left) during the successful world record attempt. On Jim's left is Steve Yeowell, on Jim's right is Brendan McCarthy and opposite Jim is Dave Gibbons. Not a bad little get together. The others round the table are also no doubt extremely well known but I'm afraid I have no idea who they are.
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There you go Kerrin:
www.bleedingcool.com/2011/04/11/monday-runaround-record-breakers/
I'm not sure if "top shot" means one taken from up top or if the shot is top, but I'll go with both ;)
CF,if happy on the merchandising means action figures then yes i am or of course an affordable dredd helmet hope you can reveal more soon!
Quote from: mogzilla on 11 April, 2011, 02:21:50 PMaffordable
That word was said, which is good news for all :D
Things can't be said but let's just say this for now. Everyone is going to be happy with what is in the pipeline, it's just that with everything, certain things have got to be followed before official news hits the forum.
Believe me when I say that the merchandise future is looking
Fantastic :thumbsup:
Quote from: Emperor on 11 April, 2011, 02:03:14 PM
Quote from: Kerrin on 10 April, 2011, 03:32:55 PMJim Campbell (far left) during the successful world record attempt. On Jim's left is Steve Yeowell, on Jim's right is Brendan McCarthy and opposite Jim is Dave Gibbons. Not a bad little get together. The others round the table are also no doubt extremely well known but I'm afraid I have no idea who they are.
(http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq47/spugnut/IMG_0079.jpg)
There you go Kerrin:
www.bleedingcool.com/2011/04/11/monday-runaround-record-breakers/
I'm not sure if "top shot" means one taken from up top or if the shot is top, but I'll go with both ;)
They probably nicked that shot from this forum as they only name the same people anyway (and are probably wondering who the feck Jim Campbell is! :D)
Quote from: Emperor on 11 April, 2011, 02:03:14 PM
There you go Kerrin:
www.bleedingcool.com/2011/04/11/monday-runaround-record-breakers/
I'm not sure if "top shot" means one taken from up top or if the shot is top, but I'll go with both ;)
They even used my crappy cropped phone photo! Someone must have got better shots than that.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 11 April, 2011, 02:29:39 PM
Believe me when I say that the merchandise future is looking Fantastic :thumbsup:
Cool! I presume you told them you'll be happy to look after any prototypes they produce John. ;)
Here's my take on the lovely weekend.
Friday & Saturday
Like the git big posh git I am, I flew into London which was ace. Veeery pretty at night. I met CF at about 10 and we diddled off to our shit tip of a hotel.
We went to meet Ian at his (much nicer) hotel and drank until nearly 3am. After falling asleep mid-sentence when talking to CF I awoke at 6am with a stinking hangover and bursting bladder. I crept to the lavvy and when I'd finished was ready to crawl back into bed for a couple of hours but no such luck - there was CF all wide eyed with the telly blasting - oooh, my poor head...
As we were queuing for the con, we saw Jonathan Ross. He was locked out of the place and was frantically trying to get in to get ready for his quiz thingy. We were all laughing so he treated us to a cheery "Fack off!"
Once in, I listened to CF griping to poor Keith (the 2000AD merch dude) for ages though he did give us some very exciting nuggets of info. I queued for the 2000AD talk with Alec Whorley (a lovely, very passionate (about comics!) guy who was brimming with enthusiasm,) Ben Willsher (a lovely, very passionate (about men's arses!) guy,) Kerrin, Colin and a few others from the board. The lure of CF's amazing commission from KevLev made me gravitate to the front of the queue and I walzed in like Lady Muck to the panel.
The panel was fascinating (even though I was fighting the urge to sleep) and Jock got us all very excited about the film. The calibre of artist at the panel showed the immense love for the comic. It really would be lovely if Dave Gibbons would do us a cheap cover or two to more publicly show his love...
Speaking of love for 2000AD, I was really struck by how many of the (non-2000AD) artists had pictures of Dredd on their tables...
After getting a great Mean Machine sketch from David Ballie and gushing to Clint Langley for a bit, I slinked back to the shit tip for an afternoon nap.
Next came the Slug and Lettuce which was an utter triumph (thanks to Lady F.) Idiotic confession time - I was only Saturday night when I realised that Uncle Fester and Lady Festina were a couple - duh! However, I managed to cop off with both of 'em so it doesn't really matter.
I did a rather touching life drawing for Lady F (Kerrin did her an AMAZING portrait!) and I had a wonderful time giving Kev Levelle and Uncle Fester some invaluable art tips, which I know gave both plenty to think about. I was thrilled when cheeky Mr Campbell flirted with me for the rest of the evening with that silver tongued patter of his. Later on we were joined by Alec W and Keith the Merch. Oooooh, saw the Judge Minty footage which is simply stunning.
Me, Mr & Mrs F and Silversurfer were the last four standing in the pub and I got well and truly lost trying to find my hotel.
Sunday
Had a lovely chats with Chris Weston, Kev Crossley (AMAZING portfolio) and the lovely Alec W and then came the highlight - CF vs. Mark Millar! CF absolutely towered over Millar and it was fun seeing the colour drain from his face as John admonished him. Ever the softie though, I just shook his hand and told him I'd had a lovely time, thanks very much! Next we bought our Dredd prints from Liam Sharp who very kindly showed us two excellent forthcoming covers which are ACE!
After a bit more hobnobbing it was time to go, but I was thrilled that Ben Willsher came to find me to do a sketch he'd promised - how nice is that!?! He also showed us the Dredd strip he's working on (it's a Wagner) in which he's put a cameo that'll make one boarder very happy!
Sorry this went on a bit, not bad for a weekend in which I was pissed half the time!
Ah you've sold me on it. I'm going to give it a blast and head down to London for this next year.
I bet I get to the bar before the lot of you though.
jealous of the lot of ya! ;)
hope the manchester expo goes ahead if it is a proper conventiony thingy...i wish there was more stuff up here in t'north ...
Quote from: Alex on 11 April, 2011, 03:18:18 PM
I bet I get to the bar before the lot of you though.
Challenge accepted!
Great report Pete. You nut! Thank god you didn't tell 'em about our willy conversation in the pub. Shit.
That hotel really was a dive though. If you're looking for a cheap place to stay in London, avoid the Swinton Hotel. It's a shithole.
I think the guy with his back to the camera sitting next to mr Gibbons is Steve Penfold - the guy who did the art on Fallen Heros. I think I recognise the guy in glasses too, it'll come to me. Where's Jim when you need him.
So a good time had, I am enjoying very much reading the adventures of Pete Wells and John Burdis - :-)
Just to confirm, Pete Wells DID fall asleep during the 2000AD panel..... :lol:
Quote from: Large48 on 11 April, 2011, 03:32:19 PM
Just to confirm, Pete Wells DID fall asleep during the 2000AD panel..... :lol:
aw Pete, you haven't just let yourself down, you let us all down! :-)
Surely the rest of the con would have heard it :)
Quote from: Large48 on 11 April, 2011, 03:32:19 PM
Just to confirm, Pete Wells DID fall asleep during the 2000AD panel..... :lol:
I hope that didn't happen during the bit where Dave Gibbons and Jock where offering free commissions?
-pj
Quote from: Dandontdare on 11 April, 2011, 02:42:18 PM
Quote from: Emperor on 11 April, 2011, 02:03:14 PM
Quote from: Kerrin on 10 April, 2011, 03:32:55 PMJim Campbell (far left) during the successful world record attempt. On Jim's left is Steve Yeowell, on Jim's right is Brendan McCarthy and opposite Jim is Dave Gibbons. Not a bad little get together. The others round the table are also no doubt extremely well known but I'm afraid I have no idea who they are.
(http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq47/spugnut/IMG_0079.jpg)
There you go Kerrin:
www.bleedingcool.com/2011/04/11/monday-runaround-record-breakers/
I'm not sure if "top shot" means one taken from up top or if the shot is top, but I'll go with both ;)
They probably nicked that shot from this forum as they only name the same people anyway (and are probably wondering who the feck Jim Campbell is! :D)
You mean Eagle Award-nominated "Gentleman" Jim Campbell? I very much doubt that is the case. He is also signed up over there for some blog pimpage, which might help ;)
The photo was indeed nicked from here - I sent them the tip and they link back to Kerrin's post on the first line of the report.
Pete warned me about his snoring and I must admit it was pretty amazing.
On Friday night when we went to bed he started. At first it was like a motorbike just ticking over, then the revs started to kick until and he ended with numerous backfires...
When those happened I just laughed my head off and then fell asleep. So long as I know a noise is gonna come I can sleep through it easy enough!
The next afternoon he actually fell asleep in the hotel as I was talking to him and then the snores kicked in :lol:
Quote from: Emperor on 11 April, 2011, 03:59:54 PM
The photo was indeed nicked from here - I sent them the tip and they link back to Kerrin's post on the first line of the report.
Oh yeah. Not fussed at all that someone used it, just thought there would be some better photos about. I'm certain I saw some proper press photographers taking shots of the record attempt in progress.
Jim was an absolute stalwart and was there long after all those flighty artists had departed. Letterers, they're a hardy breed.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 11 April, 2011, 04:03:21 PM
Pete warned me about his snoring and I must admit it was pretty amazing.
You didn't try the earplugs I gave you then? :D I used mine, the amount of traffic outside the hotel was unreal and it was way too warm to have the window shut. The big city eh?
Quote from: radiator on 11 April, 2011, 11:50:00 AM
QuoteSeeing as Wake asked if I could record the panel on his digital voice recorder and as I was sat at the front, I did.
Are you going to post in anywhere? I wouldn't mind a listen...
I'll sort that out in the next day or two. Thanks muchly to CF to getting a front row seat with my recorder.
Cheers,
Wake
Computer seems okay at the moment so here are a load of Minty pics of Dredd at the con. This batch are all kindly stolen borrowed from the extremely talented Steve Green.
Just look at all those perps at city bottom!
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Dredd talks merchandise with the green one!
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Perp time!
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Dredd is all for equal opportunities, he hits everyone!
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No that is not a Drokkin' Lawmaster behind me!
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/JudgeBurdisPerp6.jpg)
That is NOT how you wear a uniform!
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Sneaking in on a photo and then telling them all afterwards that I would kill them all :lol:
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Hi-Ex!
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/JudgeBurdis7.jpg)
Godfather of what, you're just a perp to me!
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/JudgeBurdisPatMills.jpg)
Biz tries to lean on the LAW!
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/JudgeBurdisBiz.jpg)
Back to Rowdy Yates Block!
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Mind you, CF and Wake together in uniform.............
Shouldn't there be a piano and a load of steps somewhere?
:-X
I think that carpet breaks a couple of laws.
A couple more for you from Steve Green.
More Perps outside
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Early Mechanismo unit!
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I must add a massive thanks for Steven and Steve for allowing me to do this and I now know the kick all the cos players must get.
One of my favourite bits of being Dredd was when I walked up to this lady and her son, who was about 4. He was looking away and as he turned round I was towering over him.
I bent down and pointed my finger at him and said "Have you been a good boy for your mum"
He said "yes"
I repied with "Good, always be good to your mum and you will have nothing to fear from the Judges". I then shook his hand and walked off. I heard his mam saying "Do you know who that was, it was Judge Dredd!"
Now that just gives me a happy tingle when I think about how happy they both were just for seeing Dredd!
Thanks again to the Minty crew.
Ah, I just took the photos, Steve brought the stuff down, and Dan's the talent.
Of course it also needs someone willing to play the part, and put up with the heat...
MILLAR TIME!
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Okay, I promised if I saw him I would confront him about DREDD! On the Sunday me and Pete walked past him and I sort of did a double take and asked Pete to verify that it was him. Once he did I moved in.
I said who I was and that I was a big Dredd fan and also about my cellar and then added I'm not plugging anything and from then on the conversation went along these lines.
CF I, along with many other fans came here just to see some snippets from the Dredd movie, even just photo's would have been enough. It said on your 'official' website that there was something going to happen in the 2000AD panel. This made many people buy tickets and travel from all over the country, just for this. About a week ago that one sentence vanished from your site without any explanation. Now that as far as I am concerned is not on, we as the fans should have been told what was going on!
MM Sorry about that, we get up to 20% of people pulling out before an event!
CF I understand that but you could have at least have shown the fans a bit of common decency and put the reason up as soon as you knew what was up, or at least one of your minions.
MM I can put it up now if you like!
CF It's a bit late now. So, why was there a no show?
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MM The film company pulled it!
CF #@**##@##
After that he did tell me that many movie bigwigs came on the Saturday and loved it and there are already 4 films linked with next year. Yes folks there will be a next year. I asked him would it be the same location and he said yes. (No Swinton for me I'm gonna be in that Hilton next door once tha dates are up)
After some other words I asked for a pic and pushed my fist towards his face as Pete took the pic!
So that's it folks the film company think Fuck all about the fans who have been the supporters of Dredd for the last 34 years. I don't give a shit if the US is the movie capital of the world, as it pissing well ain't, that place is India, so get over it Hollywood.
Best stop now as I'm getting wound up just thinking of what happened :-X
Good on yer John. At least he had the decency so appear a bit embarrassed. I (and many other 2000AD fans) had several conversations over the weekend about how DNA/Lionsgate had managed to make a right balls of the PR for the movie so far. Instead of combating any negativity from the dodgy spy shots we've seen with official images (how difficult would a low angle, 3/4 front, lowlight shot of the Lawmaster be?), they've jumped in with their size tens and created lower expectations than were ever necessary. Jock reckoned the footage of the Lawmaster he'd seen was ace, just give us a teaser shot of it. Or a heavily shadowed Dredd or Anderson, anything really rather than treating the fans like an inconvenience.
I'll be in the Hilton too. Easy access for con and pubs.
I just think it's tug-of-war.
DNA want to do the right thing, but are overruled by the backers/marketeers.
Yeah, they put up the money, but they've been absolutely shitty in their handling of everything about it from all that I've seen so far.
Thanks for the fantastic insights and pic's of the event chaps, wish l could have been there.
l've said it before and l'm gonna reiterate it again. Those DREDD PR monkeys can go jump off a 900 storey city block.
Quote from: Steve Green on 11 April, 2011, 05:54:42 PM
DNA want to do the right thing, but are overruled by the backers/marketeers.
You'd hope that's the case Steve. You'd hope, that a smallish British film company wouldn't treat an icon of British popular culture in such an insensitive manner. Hollywood money suits on the other hand, well, we know they're a bunch of wankers.
Anyhoo, the con was great and I'd recommend it if you didn't make it this year.
To be fair to him- he's right. The few weeks running up to a convention are a fucking nightmare, because that's when guests suddenly realise they can't come and stuff falls through and you cannot replace it at that kind of short notice.
Whatver happened to discussing films AFTER they are released? As far as I'm concerned the company have no obligation to spoonfeed the fans with teasers, pre-release photos or anything.
Whether or not it makes wise business sense in this internet age is another matter, but i don't think fans have a right to DEMAND it.
You deserve a knighthood for that CF :O
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 11 April, 2011, 06:01:23 PM
To be fair to him- he's right. The few weeks running up to a convention are a fucking nightmare, because that's when guests suddenly realise they can't come and stuff falls through and you cannot replace it at that kind of short notice.
Yeah... I used to help organize one of the larger Goth events in the UK and the logistics are pretty much the same for all these sort of things -- there's a trio of elements to deal with: exhibitors/stall holders; the venue; and the guests. Between the potential for each of these to fuck up, it's a minor miracle any of these events happen, ever. From the bar manager announcing that there would be no draft beer on the night, to the next-to-top-bill band splitting up two days before the event, to the headliners missing their ferry and not having
a single mobile phone between them...
At the end of it, the thing takes on a momentum of its own, and all you can really do is make sure the doors open and the venue doesn't fall down; the rest is basically damage control!
Cheers
Jim
Thanks John for sharing the info you 'squeezed' out of Millar, something to look out for in the near future. Thanks to Steve S for bringing Dan's superbly made Judge Minty costume for John to wear, thanks to Steve G for taking some great shots of John (CF) wearing it and of course thank you John for wearing it and dispensing some well deserved justice on some 'rough looking' perps :lol:
Great to see you all had a great weekend and only wished I had made it to enjoy it all with you. Well with the good news it will be hosted again next year that is an event I will NOT miss next year.
Wake, great to see you wearing Jon's (Sloopyjon's) new Judge pads he made, they look great and good to hear you had a sellout of your badges etc, nice one!
QuoteAt the end of it, the thing takes on a momentum of its own, and all you can really do is make sure the doors open and the venue doesn't fall down; the rest is basically damage control!
Yeah- that thought is pretty much what keeps the convention organiser going in the week or so leading up to the event.
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 11 April, 2011, 05:22:38 PM
MILLAR TIME!
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CF I, along with many other fans came here just to see some snippets from the Dredd movie, even just photo's would have been enough. It said on your 'official' website that there was something going to happen in the 2000AD panel. This made many people buy tickets and travel from all over the country, just for this. About a week ago that one sentence vanished from your site without any explanation. Now that as far as I am concerned is not on, we as the fans should have been told what was going on!
MM Sorry about that, we get up to 20% of people pulling out before an event!
CF I understand that but you could have at least have shown the fans a bit of common decency and put the reason up as soon as you knew what was up, or at least one of your minions.
MM I can put it up now if you like!
CF It's a bit late now. So, why was there a no show?
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MM The film company pulled it!
CF #@**##@##
You made one fatal mistake here - believing Mark Millar ;) Either then or in the hype.
Allow me to run it through the de-millariser:
QuoteMM I just make shit up, I didn't think anyone believed anything I said any more.
@ddd
No there's no right to give the fans anything, but a few stills would have been nice.
They may not give a flying fuck about the fans, but they are a valuable and free resource for promotion.
Maybe look at this from another angle. The film company wants to get this right, I think this is something that has been expressed all along by both them and Rebellion. If they had nothing to show that they were happy with leading up to Kapow then from a design perspective I would not have been happy releasing anything just to 'please the fans'. Personally I'll ride with the hype and wait for something official to come that is polished and supplied with pride by the film makers.
It's OK pleasing the fans and letting something out, but what if we all thought it was shit because they'd rushed it just to placate us? Enjoy the tension, the anticipation and the anal retention prior to the release of the proper first pics and trailer.
It's all down to it being on the website and somebody took it down. How long does it take for that same minion to put the reason up, as I reckon no more than a minute.
All this why should they listen to the fans stuff. We didn't ask for Dredd info to be at the con, they put it up that there would be. END OF STORY!
Anyway I shall post some more pics next :D
Quote from: LARF on 11 April, 2011, 06:49:56 PM
Maybe look at this from another angle. The film company wants to get this right, I think this is something that has been expressed all along by both them and Rebellion. If they had nothing to show that they were happy with leading up to Kapow ...
Given the entire film is all shot (and presumably the promo photos were taken at the same time?) that'd be a bit worrying, surely?
If they havent got anything now they think looks good, wheres it gonna magically appear from?
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 11 April, 2011, 07:34:26 PM
It's all down to it being on the website and somebody took it down. How long does it take for that same minion to put the reason up, as I reckon no more than a minute.
All this why should they listen to the fans stuff. We didn't ask for Dredd info to be at the con, they put it up that there would be. END OF STORY!
Anyway I shall post some more pics next :D
Absolutely - everyone understands that circumstances change, although not even being able to show a few stills is pushing it... I can't imagine they could have come up with something more badly shot than the single official picture they have put out, and is the only one magazines and sites can run.
The longer this goes on, the more I feel like I'm obliged to see this film, rather than actually want to.
One last Dredd one with his mate Dirty Frank before the pub ones (Stolen from Craig Kennedy)
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/JudgeBurdisBiz2.jpg)
A lovely sunny evening with Connor, Pete, John & Kerrin
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/P4090929.jpg)
Judge Minty's director Steven keeps a tight hold of the footage while Cinematogrpher Steve has his footage out in the open and Pete didn't even try to steal it!
Yes folks all at the table saw unfinished stuff from Minty and, well I'm sure they can say how it all looks ;)
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/P4090934.jpg)
Sketches galore from the table and Lady Festina shows us what she does to Conor to help him relax as he draws his superb stuff :D
I'm gonna have to just put sarky comments up and not list everyone, as I'm off to work soon and I haven't got time to risk it before this thing dies!
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/P4090935.jpg)
Conor took to holding invisible glasses quite well.
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/P4090936.jpg)
No words needed!
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/P4090937.jpg)
I may have mentioned merchandise once but I think I got away with it!
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/P4090939.jpg)
FOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/P4090940.jpg)
Look at the drunks! (given by spireite68)
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/DSCF0055.jpg)
Tomorrow I shall talk about Sunday, sketches and numerous other things Dredd related.
Quote from: Leigh S on 11 April, 2011, 07:39:20 PM
Quote from: LARF on 11 April, 2011, 06:49:56 PM
Maybe look at this from another angle. The film company wants to get this right, I think this is something that has been expressed all along by both them and Rebellion. If they had nothing to show that they were happy with leading up to Kapow ...
Given the entire film is all shot (and presumably the promo photos were taken at the same time?) that'd be a bit worrying, surely?
Not necessarily. There is going to have to be a lot of post-production work done and they don't want to screen something that looks shoddy - I think everyone has learned the lesson from the sneaked photographs on set, letting anything out before it is ready to go could really spoil it for potential viewers. I'm just guessing, but that'd be what I'd want to do so that when you see the first footage you think "oh hell, yeah, I'm seeing that even if I get one of my nuts trapped in a lift door (again)." There are, obviously, pluses and minuses to that approach but if you are relying heavily on special effects to make the film shine, it would explain all the secrecy and the keeping of cards close to their chest.
Personally, I'm not that bothered about seeing footage or piccies from the set until they are good and ready to blow my mind - in some ways the Net has rather spoiled us, dripfeeding in tasty news morsels all the time.
Not sure I can do justice to the story of Kapow, so here are some pictures....
The amazing Pete Wells showed that his artistic talents are not totally reliant on Powerpoint and drew this wonderful portrait of me... The inset box, which is what I see through my avatar's eye, is in fact Mr Wells in full "glory":
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/_jcZk251suPU/TaNc9mumTWI/AAAAAAAAAH4/D10vzYEsAOU/s512/Lady%20F%20by%20Pete%20Wells.JPG)
And here, well, this one was a true honour to receive. I do believe that Young Master Kerrin will be taking a table at the next Con to sell some portraits:
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/_jcZk251suPU/TaNcv1L9GRI/AAAAAAAAAH0/UaTiloNth0A/s512/Lady%20F%20by%20Kerrin.JPG)
Love it!
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 11 April, 2011, 08:15:06 PM
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/DSCF0055.jpg)
I think that settles the "Is 2000ad a kid's comic" argument once and for all! It's like Last of the Summer Earthlets!
Quote from: Emperor on 11 April, 2011, 08:51:06 PM
Quote from: Leigh S on 11 April, 2011, 07:39:20 PM
Quote from: LARF on 11 April, 2011, 06:49:56 PM
Maybe look at this from another angle. The film company wants to get this right, I think this is something that has been expressed all along by both them and Rebellion. If they had nothing to show that they were happy with leading up to Kapow ...
Given the entire film is all shot (and presumably the promo photos were taken at the same time?) that'd be a bit worrying, surely?
Not necessarily. There is going to have to be a lot of post-production work done and they don't want to screen something that looks shoddy - I think everyone has learned the lesson from the sneaked photographs on set, letting anything out before it is ready to go could really spoil it for potential viewers. I'm just guessing, but that'd be what I'd want to do so that when you see the first footage you think "oh hell, yeah, I'm seeing that even if I get one of my nuts trapped in a lift door (again)." There are, obviously, pluses and minuses to that approach but if you are relying heavily on special effects to make the film shine, it would explain all the secrecy and the keeping of cards close to their chest.
Personally, I'm not that bothered about seeing footage or piccies from the set until they are good and ready to blow my mind - in some ways the Net has rather spoiled us, dripfeeding in tasty news morsels all the time.
True enough,but i thought the film was deliberately effects light in comparison to the last effort at least. An image of a costume or lawmaster prop shouldnt need a lot of post production if its been shot well - it shouldnt need any really!
That said, I'm not a spoiler hound for this and am looking forward to the new Who almost entirely spoiler free, which i think is the best way to do it. There must be some mindblowing images to be released - Jocks seen them we hear. The main crux of the gripe that I think is valid is that they themselves said something would be available so they reaised the expectations, and Kapow sold tickets on the back of that.
Quote from: Dandontdare on 11 April, 2011, 09:12:00 PMI think that settles the "Is 2000ad a kid's comic" argument once and for all! It's like Last of the Summer Earthlets!
I did actually ask a question along those lines during the 2000AD panel Phil. If funds allowed, did the panel think a 2000AD publication aimed at younger readers would be a good idea? Didn't really get much of an answer, though Dave Gibbons did say how it was odd that comics used to be aimed at 10-13 year olds and now they were mostly aimed at adults. I'm for it myself but the amount of money needed makes it a moot point.
What's the demographic for the typical US superhero comic? Is there still a healthy section of younger readers or is it mostly older readers?
Anyone know how CLiNT is doing, sales-wise?
Quote from: Leigh S on 11 April, 2011, 09:49:59 PM
Quote from: Emperor on 11 April, 2011, 08:51:06 PM
Quote from: Leigh S on 11 April, 2011, 07:39:20 PM
Quote from: LARF on 11 April, 2011, 06:49:56 PM
Maybe look at this from another angle. The film company wants to get this right, I think this is something that has been expressed all along by both them and Rebellion. If they had nothing to show that they were happy with leading up to Kapow ...
Given the entire film is all shot (and presumably the promo photos were taken at the same time?) that'd be a bit worrying, surely?
Not necessarily. There is going to have to be a lot of post-production work done and they don't want to screen something that looks shoddy - I think everyone has learned the lesson from the sneaked photographs on set, letting anything out before it is ready to go could really spoil it for potential viewers. I'm just guessing, but that'd be what I'd want to do so that when you see the first footage you think "oh hell, yeah, I'm seeing that even if I get one of my nuts trapped in a lift door (again)." There are, obviously, pluses and minuses to that approach but if you are relying heavily on special effects to make the film shine, it would explain all the secrecy and the keeping of cards close to their chest.
Personally, I'm not that bothered about seeing footage or piccies from the set until they are good and ready to blow my mind - in some ways the Net has rather spoiled us, dripfeeding in tasty news morsels all the time.
True enough,but i thought the film was deliberately effects light in comparison to the last effort at least. An image of a costume or lawmaster prop shouldnt need a lot of post production if its been shot well - it shouldnt need any really!
I know there will be some big set pieces scenes with heavy CGI but the impression I kind of get is it will be more like how they use special effects these days in TV shows you'd never have thought even used them. I think it has come up before here, but see:
http://mikesenese.com/DOIT/2010/01/mind-blowing-green-screen-tv-and-film-effects-and-how-to-do-them-yourself/
The bulk of it might not be flashy work that jumps out at you, but a skim of CGI to take the locations and give them a bit of a futuristic twist. It might be one of the reasons they hooked up with the District 9 team (as well as price) as they managed to get that combination working for them without breaking the bank. The same with the first bit of Blomkamp's Halo short film, when you realise the robots are making the Halo jeeps but it all seems seamless:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sQfc0VIRMk
It has to make you wonder about the Lawmaster photo and whether they are going to give that a little oomph too.
It'll be interesting to see the first footage when they are ready, as well as the making of DVD extra - it might explain all the on-set security.
Glad the weekend was a success for everyone involved despite the lack of any JD material.
Why cant MM treat everyone like an adult [and behave like one] and just state the reason why there was no JD material instead of trying to sweep under the rug ? ::)
I had my ticket but i wasnt feeling too good and i couldnt face crowds or pubs/socialising or even going to London.Nothing to do with any of you BTW but it was gorgeous weather and i needed to go and get mind and body together in the countryside which is what i did.
Quote from: Kerrin on 11 April, 2011, 09:52:20 PM
I did actually ask a question along those lines during the 2000AD panel Phil. If funds allowed, did the panel think a 2000AD publication aimed at younger readers would be a good idea? Didn't really get much of an answer, though Dave Gibbons did say how it was odd that comics used to be aimed at 10-13 year olds and now they were mostly aimed at adults. I'm for it myself but the amount of money needed makes it a moot point.
Though that's the market that Strip is going for isn't it? Hopefully with the international backing it has to get going they can prove this wrong. Of course the question will then be can the market sustain two such comics!
Best part of the day was *ahem* Pub-con! Was really nice to meet up with fellow boarders and do some sketches... Really looking forward to the next *ahem*, wherever that may be!
Some sketches
ranging from 60 seconds to 60 minutes!
Wow, Chris Weston gives good sketch.
Is that one of these fabled £100 Bolland sketches?
If so it's very nice. Like a mini-commission done on the spot. And who gets to commission Mr Bolland?
Quote from: matty_ae on 12 April, 2011, 10:31:28 AM
Some sketches
ranging from 60 seconds to 60 minutes!
I saw Chris Weston doing this while I was waiting to talk to him, he was really giving it his all, amazing to watch the guy work.
Okay folks, here are the sketches that I managed to gather. I didn't get any on the Saturday at the Con, too busy enjoying chats with people and also being Dredd, so I started in the Pub, with this highly talented bunch off here!
I bought a new A5 sketch journal especially for this event and all future forum gatherings and pub meets!
Conor does Dredd and the pressure was on being the first.
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KevLev does Hershey (my favourite hairstyle and with the eye make up of another style I like)
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Dredd%20artwork/P4110931-1.jpg)
El Chivo moves into Johnny mode and shows how easy it is to draw (stop it) Johnny's helmet!
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Dredd%20artwork/P4110933-1.jpg)
SuperSurfer comes up with the Superfiend and can't stop adding detail until we have to force him to stop.
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Dredd%20artwork/P4110934-1.jpg)
An excellent start to this new sketchbook, who will be next at the next drinking session?
Now the actual con sketches. I just realised that I did get one on Saturday, so that's first!
David Ballie sat near the 2000AD stand, very clever!
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Dredd%20artwork/P4110925-1.jpg)
Clint Langley who was just going to lunch as I collared him.
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Dredd%20artwork/P4110926-1.jpg)
Huy Truong favourite of the weekend and going for a fun commission in the near future ;)
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Dredd%20artwork/P4110928-1.jpg)
Ben Willsher after this me and Pete were basically thrown out of the con, as they were shutting up :D
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Dredd%20artwork/P4110929-1.jpg)
Some belting sketches there. I'm sooooo jealous.
Now for the Sunday pics!
The crowds in the main arena
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Guy meets some strange bugger!
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/ThargGuy.jpg)
And then ate him!
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/P4100955.jpg)
Chris Weston
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Conventions/P4100942.jpg)
Me and my minders!
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Huy Truong doing my sketch
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Liam Sharp and my print
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Liam Sharp and Pete's print
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Cosplay women
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Best till last :o
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steady on now CF!
I've seen the purple guitar chick in lots of photos - id she have to stand in one place all day or did she drag that massive amp around with her? And who is she supposed to be?
Great sketches and photos John!
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 12 April, 2011, 08:20:21 AM
Quote from: Kerrin on 11 April, 2011, 09:52:20 PM
I did actually ask a question along those lines during the 2000AD panel Phil. If funds allowed, did the panel think a 2000AD publication aimed at younger readers would be a good idea? Didn't really get much of an answer, though Dave Gibbons did say how it was odd that comics used to be aimed at 10-13 year olds and now they were mostly aimed at adults. I'm for it myself but the amount of money needed makes it a moot point.
Though that's the market that Strip is going for isn't it? Hopefully with the international backing it has to get going they can prove this wrong. Of course the question will then be can the market sustain two such comics!
Absolutely Colin! I'd forgotten about Strip when I wrote that. I'm really looking forward to seeing what it's like and I'll more than likely buy a few to dish out to mate's kids. Pester power! Is the plan to have it ready for Bristol? I've lost track of what the release date is now.
How unforgivably sexist of you, CF! I notice all the MEN get their names recorded- yet we have "Cosplay women", as if they are nothing but nameless pieces of MEAT for you to drape yourself over! You should be ashamed! :P
SBT
Quote from: Dandontdare on 12 April, 2011, 06:06:37 PM
steady on now CF!
I've seen the purple guitar chick in lots of photos - id she have to stand in one place all day or did she drag that massive amp around with her? And who is she supposed to be?
She was in one place - I think she was doing it for some Guitar Hero type game.
Quote from: SmallBlueThing on 12 April, 2011, 06:51:37 PM
How unforgivably sexist of you, CF! I notice all the MEN get their names recorded- yet we have "Cosplay women", as if they are nothing but nameless pieces of MEAT for you to drape yourself over! You should be ashamed! :P
SBT
Deadpool Girl
Black Cat Girl
Guitar Hero type Girl
;)
Guitar girl was in one place all day and surprisingly, I found myself in that place lots of the time, drool....
Unbelievable. Guinness World Records actually has a piece about the record attempt on YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzjYJ1iszP0) and feckin' Burdis is in it more than I am!
Gaah!
Jim
He's in it more than the supposed 'comic' which I see no actual proof of?
Quote from: JOE SOAP on 12 April, 2011, 11:02:49 PM
He's in it more than the supposed 'comic' which I see no actual proof of?
There's a PDF of it sitting on my hard drive. The clock stopped when I assembled and saved down the last page.
Cheers
Jim
Quote from: Dunk! on 12 April, 2011, 10:53:13 AM
Wow, Chris Weston gives good sketch.
He does, doesn't he!!
There is a great Canon Fodder one here:
www.2000adonline.com/forum/index.php/topic,32531.msg597485.html#msg597485
A couple of photos from Twitter:
A sneak shot of a Judge on patrol:
(http://a.yfrog.com/img614/3210/62790911.jpg)
http://yfrog.com/h262790911j
A hat/helmet swap:
(http://twitpic.com/show/thumb/4jmfh7.jpg)
http://twitpic.com/4jmfh7
Quote from: Kerrin on 12 April, 2011, 06:51:10 PM
Absolutely Colin! I'd forgotten about Strip when I wrote that. I'm really looking forward to seeing what it's like and I'll more than likely buy a few to dish out to mate's kids. Pester power! Is the plan to have it ready for Bristol? I've lost track of what the release date is now.
It doesn't have one, not since the originally announced February 2011 one came and went.
It's no secret that Strip's had problems getting off the starting blocks - the Monsterology project that PJ Holden and I were doing for them (as mentioned in the recent Meg article) is now unfortunately happening elsewhere - but I'm hoping there'll be some more news at Bristol.
John Freeman's poured an incredible amount of work and dedication into it, and I'm hopeful we'll soon see the outcome of it all.
[quote
The bulk of it might not be flashy work that jumps out at you, but a skim of CGI to take the locations and give them a bit of a futuristic twist. It might be one of the reasons they hooked up with the District 9 team (as well as price) as they managed to get that combination working for them without breaking the bank. The same with the first bit of Blomkamp's Halo short film, when you realise the robots are making the Halo jeeps but it all seems seamless:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sQfc0VIRMk
[/quote]
Thanks for sharing that link Emperor, that Halo footage looks awesome, the CGI effects were very impressive! :)
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 12 April, 2011, 10:54:16 PM
Unbelievable. Guinness World Records actually has a piece about the record attempt on YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzjYJ1iszP0) and feckin' Burdis is in it more than I am!
Gaah!
Jim
Lol, I noticed that too Jim, a great left to right scanning short of John about to Hi-Ex a perp. Great to see Dan's costume out in the mainstream again. :)
Ha! Actually now I've watched that clip, it turns out I'm in it too! Along with Lady F and KevLev's quiff! We only went to the table to say hello to Jim!
You lucky people you, i'm so gutted I missed this! :( Roll on next year's Kapow Con :)
OK finally back and rested from KaPow and a great King's X gig where I had the added pleasure of meeting top bloke and fellow boarder Steve Longdon!
My take on the event:
The 2000ad panel on Saturday was cool and it was reassuring to hear Jock say that the rough footage he'd seen of the Dredd movie was hardcore and shit-hot as was the Lawmaster.
Matt Smith added that we should not expect the finished film until spring 2012.
Little disappointed not to see any stills, footage or input from the filmmakers but I can appreciate why there wasn't.
Steve Dillon was a top bloke as was the lovely Duncan Jones-who signed my copy of Moon (and the Wife blagged a nice signed Source Code poster) and was also kind enough to answer my question on his love of 2000ad and if he'd be up for directing a Rogue Trooper movie-which he said he'd love to do if he could incorporate the bio-chips successfully.
The Stan Lee awards ceremony was a bit of a shambles-but it was the first one so there were bound to be a few teething troubles and hopefully they'll sort this out for next year.
Sunday was a shorter day for me as I was begin to suffer a bit of queuing fatigue, but I did have the pleasure of meeting the charming Liam Sarp and his lovely partner and picked up my signed Dredd print and even though he was running out of time for his slot he was kind enough to do me a Dredd sketch- which I'll treasure.
The venue layout was very good and overall I had a great time and would certainly consider next year's.
'as was the lovely Duncan Jones-who signed my copy of Moon (and the Wife blagged a nice signed Source Code poster) and was also kind enough to answer my question on his love of 2000ad and if he'd be up for directing a Rogue Trooper movie-which he said he'd love to do if he could incorporate the bio-chips successfully.'
You must have read my mind, that would have been the very thing Id have asked, (or maybe Stront...)
Looks like for a first go the con was a good one, must book a table for next year !
Commando Forces must have had a ball as Dredd, awesome to have a true crowd pleaser in our midst ;-)
D
Amazing as it may seem, I actually bought some non Dredd/2000AD items over the weekend, this being my favourite
The Gutters Omnibus Vol 1It's an oversized coffee table book about 15" square and it's bloody lovely. The cover drew me to it as it's taken from an old pic on a skyscraper and all the superheroes are slightly raised from the page. I always ask people selling non Dredd items to try and sell their stuff to me, so obviously I asked the bods at this stand to have a go. They did a good job and I said I would be back near the end of the con to get it, as it was big. It was priced at £30 and when I eventually came back they knocked off a tenner, they said many people say they will be back but I was the only one and so they did that for me. How nice!
Without me jabbering on about it I thought I would swipe a quote from their website about the book.
QuoteIn brief, Gutters is a series of standalone pages that parody the comic book industry and the heroes and characters that dwell within. Think of it as an editorial cartoon targeting comic books, and you'll understand where we're going with it. Gutters is written by Ryan Sohmer, with Lar deSouza as Art Director and Ed Ryzowski serving as colorist. As for who will be doing the actual art, well, that's where things get interesting (and slightly different). Rather than have one artist pencil each page, we elected to have a rotating roster of professional artists, among them some giants in the comic book industry alongside new and emerging talent.
This is very funny and the perfect book just to dip in and out of when you feel like it. I've added a few pics, just to show the quality of the whole thing!
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(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t136/commandoforces/Books/P4110942.jpg)
I love the Gutters, comics are here:
www.the-gutters.com
Quote from: dweezil2 on 13 April, 2011, 04:08:19 PM
Steve Dillon was a top bloke as was the lovely Duncan Jones-who signed my copy of Moon (and the Wife blagged a nice signed Source Code poster) and was also kind enough to answer my question on his love of 2000ad and if he'd be up for directing a Rogue Trooper movie-which he said he'd love to do if he could incorporate the bio-chips successfully.
Well done that man. Now someone make this happen.
I've uploaded the 2000AD talk here
http://www.2000ad.org/audio/kapow2011.php (http://www.2000ad.org/audio/kapow2011.php)
Does anyone have a photo of the panel that I can use on the page?
Cheers,
Wake
Any chance of a downloadable MP3*? I'm getting requests to install a missing plugin on that page and then being told there is no such plugin available.
* Or if you are worried about bandwidth I can upload it to Tumblr.
Quote from: Emperor on 13 April, 2011, 06:26:11 PM
Any chance of a downloadable MP3*? I'm getting requests to install a missing plugin on that page and then being told there is no such plugin available.
* Or if you are worried about bandwidth I can upload it to Tumblr.
It's in Windows Media .wma format at the moment. I'll see about converting it to .mp3 of you could try and download the file. I'll add a link on the page.
Cheers,
Wake
Wake, if you go to page 23 there are two close pics of the panel one of the left side and one of the right. That's the best I could do!
The add on worked straight away for me and I'm listening to it now...
There are quite a few photos towards the end of staticgirl's flickr stream.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/staticgirl/5603921556/in/set-72157626466856636/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/staticgirl/5603921556/in/set-72157626466856636/)
More details on the Guinness World Record here:
http://community.guinnessworldrecords.com/_Guinness-World-Records-at-Kapow-Comic-Con/blog/3454984/7691.html
A couple of seconds of Wake at 02:06 on this vid, short and sweet so why not watch the lot ;)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lPv7gY1pDWo (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lPv7gY1pDWo)
And some more at about 00:22 on here
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0tAoeKyfYE&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0tAoeKyfYE&feature=related)
Quote from: GordonR on 13 April, 2011, 11:02:11 AM
Quote from: Kerrin on 12 April, 2011, 06:51:10 PM
Absolutely Colin! I'd forgotten about Strip when I wrote that. I'm really looking forward to seeing what it's like and I'll more than likely buy a few to dish out to mate's kids. Pester power! Is the plan to have it ready for Bristol? I've lost track of what the release date is now.
It doesn't have one, not since the originally announced February 2011 one came and went.
It's no secret that Strip's had problems getting off the starting blocks - the Monsterology project that PJ Holden and I were doing for them (as mentioned in the recent Meg article) is now unfortunately happening elsewhere - but I'm hoping there'll be some more news at Bristol.
John Freeman's poured an incredible amount of work and dedication into it, and I'm hopeful we'll soon see the outcome of it all.
I really hope so too Gordon. John's a top bloke and from the bits of Strip I saw at BICS the comic has a proper fighting chance of success if it can get to the shelves.
The Monsterology art that PJ had at BICS was phenomenal, myself and Jim Campbell were just stood there gobsmacked at one of the double page spreads, unbelievable. On my 'must buy' list when it appears. I've already got a sketch of Harry Wilmington!
(http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq47/spugnut/img029.jpg)
Quote from: dweezil2 on 13 April, 2011, 04:08:19 PM
OK finally back and rested from KaPow and a great King's X gig where I had the added pleasure of meeting top bloke and fellow boarder Steve Longdon!
That's me folks.
Great to meet you Dweezil.
Haven't had a chance to post since the weekend but have to say I had a great weekend at Kapow! Really glad I went. Was good to meet again with so many boarders and to meet more of the guys for the first time – in particular those who travelled from afar.
Really enjoyed the Mills and O'Neill talk. Missed first 10 mins as I queued for so long and once I was in I had to hunt for a plan/timetable. Why wasn't there one in that bag of crappy posters? Shame about the turnout at the talk. Was surprised I didn't see more of you lot there. I later found out some were concerned that they should get queueing for the 2000AD talk. Pat Mills is always interesting to listen to and was good to hear his and Kevin O'Neill's tales about the old guard at IPC. So depressing to hear about 2000AD artwork being chucked in skips when Murdoch bought IPC. Sacrilege. The audience was told how the bigwigs at IPC thought the Mills & O'Neill Robusters was a load of rubbish but they were torn between their hatred of Mills and O'Neill's work and their greed, as 2000AD was selling so well. Well I must admit I had goosebumps when images of this 'rubbish' was being projected as I recall the impact these particular episodes had on me as a kid.
(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x141/mycenaean/photos/MillsOneill_Kapow2011_0082.jpg)
2000AD talk. Plenty has been said about this already. Preview image of an upcoming Zombo story:
(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x141/mycenaean/photos/2000ad_kapow2011_0084.jpg)
Judge Chivo:
(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x141/mycenaean/photos/judge_chivo_kapow2011_0088.jpg)
One of the highlights was watching and talking to artists as they were drawing and looking through their portfolios. I rarely get to see original art in the flesh. So much amazing work. I would say it was inspiring but quite the opposite. Scared the life out of me due to just how good the pros are. Case in point were Brian Bolland and in the background are Duncan Fegredo (Sean Phillips is just out of picture):
Gary Erskine was very generous with his advice on inking. Stunning work from him as well. He was super busy and was actually working. I did offer to fill in his blacks. Turns out he has an assistant for that already who works many hours a week!
(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x141/mycenaean/photos/bolland_fegredo_kapow2011_0086v2.jpg)
I missed CF as Dredd. I was only interested in the talks I mentioned above.
Drinks session was a good laugh as usual. (Apologies to the fella I missed out when getting a round in). Was humbled to do sketches for CF and Spirite (apologies for not remembering your avatar). Many thanks to Lady Festina for organising drinks.
Heh, heh , nice pic m8!
Good hanging out with u bud, catch u at next one
Cheers
Chi
Folks- a bit rude, but I really liked the pic of CF walking that Emps posted at the top of page 29, so i've roughly (very roughly) cropped into it and pasted it on a plain black BG to have as a wallpaper. If anyone else wants it- the link is below.
Apologies to whoever took the photo for nicking it, but I really like the image.
If I get grief for this I'll happily take it down.
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v71/Bolt-01/?action=view¤t=WalkingJudge.jpg
If it became a bit of merchandise would that mean CF would be forced to stay in the Cellar of Dredd?
Quote from: SuperSurfer on 14 April, 2011, 01:44:25 AM
So depressing to hear about 2000AD artwork being chucked in skips when Murdoch bought IPC. Sacrilege. The audience was told how the bigwigs at IPC thought the Mills & O'Neill Robusters was a load of rubbish but they were torn between their hatred of Mills and O'Neill's work and their greed, as 2000AD was selling so well. Well I must admit I had goosebumps when images of this 'rubbish' was being projected as I recall the impact these particular episodes had on me as a kid.
I thought i would let yourself and others know that some of the artwork that was skipped was salvaged and is now in collections.I know who has some of it but they wont sell. >:(
There is still a certain amount that wasnt salvaged that ended up in landfill and i will guess that about 50 percent of it is lost forever.IPC did contact various artists about wether or not they wanted the art before it was chucked and one example was Belardinelli who declined the offer because he was concerned over the shipping costs amongst other things.
Quote from: Peter Wolf;598328I thought i would let yourself and others know that some of the artwork that was skipped was salvaged and is now in collections.I know who has some of it but they wont sell. >:(
There is still a certain amount that wasnt salvaged that ended up in landfill and i will guess that about 50 percent of it is lost forever.IPC did contact various artists about wether or not they wanted the art before it was chucked and one example was Belardinelli who declined the offer because he was concerned over the shipping costs amongst other things.
Wot a set of twats!...all that ditched artwork is priceless to first gen 2000ader's like me. It all would have looked princely displayed in a museum for public perusal.
Maxwell, not Murdoch. there are many things to dislike Murdoch for, but that's not one of them.
Not disagreeing with the sentiment though.
A bit surprised that the Art Editors didn't get the opportunity to act as caretakers for the art though, or sell it on behalf of the artists - I remember seeing art in FP for sale in the early 80s so it's not like there was no market for it.
Quote from: Steve Green on 14 April, 2011, 10:07:56 PM
Maxwell, not Murdoch. there are many things to dislike Murdoch for, but that's not one of them.
Not disagreeing with the sentiment though.
A bit surprised that the Art Editors didn't get the opportunity to act as caretakers for the art though, or sell it on behalf of the artists - I remember seeing art in FP for sale in the early 80s so it's not like there was no market for it.
This kind of thing seemed to have been going on right across the industry too. I remember reading somewhere that in the Marvel offices in the 70's, artists work was chopped up into individual frames and handed out to kids who were being given tours of the building.
There just seems to have been total lack of any regard for the work of comic artists until relatively modern times.
Quote from: chris_askham;598397This kind of thing seemed to have been going on right across the industry too. I remember reading somewhere that in the Marvel offices in the 70's, artists work was chopped up into individual frames and handed out to kids who were being given tours of the building.
There just seems to have been total lack of any regard for the work of comic artists until relatively modern times.[/QUOTE
Is it the UK and American comics industries that used to treat this wonderful art form with such distain? l'm sure Countries like France and Italy have museums celebrating this kind of artists work. It's an horrendous thought to think that my favourite artists work ( the late great Belardinelli) was consigned to a skip. His work was fine art in it's execution and imagination.
Forgot to mention this earlier but me and Pete became film producers over the weekend :o
Porn in the hotel room?
I reckon they paid a couple of drunk tramps to have a fight.
I could see if it was the other way round :)
Quote from: Steve Green on 14 April, 2011, 10:07:56 PM
Maxwell, not Murdoch.
:-[ Of course. Had a picture of Maxwell in my mind so dunno why I said Murdoch.
Oh, by the way, at Kapow! I bought Case Files 2, Paragon and Zarjaz. On Sunday I popped into Orbital Comics as was in the area and was glad to see Zarjaz, Futurequake etc on sale there. That was my tip to Bolt by the way.
Here are some of the sketches I managed to get whilst at Kapow. Hope you all like :D
(http://img856.imageshack.us/img856/6002/lloyd.jpg) (http://img856.imageshack.us/i/lloyd.jpg/)
V by David Lloyd
(http://img171.imageshack.us/img171/4269/fabryq.jpg) (http://img171.imageshack.us/i/fabryq.jpg/)
Preaher by Glenn Fabry
(http://img821.imageshack.us/img821/6792/langley.jpg) (http://img821.imageshack.us/i/langley.jpg/)
Joe Pinapple by Clint Langley
(http://img831.imageshack.us/img831/2406/jock.jpg) (http://img831.imageshack.us/i/jock.jpg/)
Lastly (my personal fav) Dredd by Jock
Cor! That's a great Dredd Dodsy, nice one.
Love that Jock one, those squiggles on the chin are the biz. When you watch him do that you wonder what he sees as there is nothing but the aforementioned squiggles, then all of a sudden Dredd appears.
That's what I noticed when he did mine at one of the Dreddcon's.
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 15 April, 2011, 09:24:52 AMHotel porn/a couple of drunk tramps having a fight.
Ha ha!
I'll elaborate. There was a comic-based indie film called Electric Man selling merchandise to help with distribution costs. Me and him bought some (I got a comic of the film by 2000AD's Graham Manley) and the director guy got us to write our names in a book. He then explained that everyone who had bought anything will make it onto the credits at the end of the film! Good ploy, eh?
http://electricmanthemovie.blogspot.com/ (http://electricmanthemovie.blogspot.com/)
I think that's what CF was referring to, unless he was talking about the biscuit game we filmed on our phones with me, him, Kerrin and two tramps...
Pete I did hear you won lost that game though! ;)
And then we didn't get to talk about artwork. :(
Quote from: COMMANDO FORCES on 17 April, 2011, 04:14:07 AM
Love that Jock one, those squiggles on the chin are the biz. When you watch him do that you wonder what he sees as there is nothing but the aforementioned squiggles, then all of a sudden Dredd appears.
That's what I noticed when he did mine at one of the Dreddcon's.
I noticed the exact same thing, didn't help I was looking at it upside down either. I was thinking "what the hell is he doing" and next thing I know Dredd was on the page.
He's eyes lit up when I asked him to draw me a Dredd though. Everyone else was asking for a Batman or Constantine and when I put my sketch book infront of him he asked what I would like, I told him his choice either Batman or Dredd. He's eyes lit up like I said and he just went "Can I do you a Dredd"? lol. I was like Hell Ye!