Image Comics panels tease the future of RADIANT BLACK & more

By Christopher Baggett

Image Comics’ presence at SDCC has been introduced. The legendary writer might be on-hand at San Diego Comic-Con sales space #1915 with a quantity of spectacular exclusives, in addition to internet hosting signings all through the weekend.

They’ll even be internet hosting a number of panels, together with creator highlight conversations with Jeff Lemire, Todd McFarlane and Rick Remender, a dialogue on the future of Radiant Black and the Massive-Verse, and a dialogue with gaming legend Cliff Bleszinski on his first comedian ebook debut, Scrapper.

Outside of the conference flooring, Image Comics can even be internet hosting an off-site networking occasion with comedian creators. The occasion will permit attendees to satisfy and greet creators in what the writer describes as a “speed dating” model networking occasion.

IMAGE COMICS AT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON 2023

PORTLAND, Ore. 07/11/2023 — Image Comics is happy to return to San Diego this 12 months for Comic-Con on Wednesday, July 19 by means of Sunday, July 23 at sales space #1915.

Please observe: updates to the schedule could seem on-line throughout the present. Please consult with www.imagecomics.com for the most modern info.

LIMITED* CONVENTION VARIANTS SOLD AT THE IMAGE BOOTH (#1915):

*Quantities might be restricted by buyer and per day on a first-come, first-served foundation. Please ask at the Image sales space about availability.

Big Game #1 Convention Exclusive by Mark Millar & Pepe Larraz, cowl artwork by Larraz, $5 + tax

Eight Billion Genies deluxe version Vol. 1 Convention Exclusive hardcover by Charles Soule & Ryan Browne, cowl artwork by Browne $39.99 + tax

Inferno Girl Red Convention Exclusive hardcover by Mat Groom & Erica D’Urso, cowl artwork by D’Urso, $40 + tax

Night Fever hardcover by Ed Brubaker & Sean Phillips with Convention Exclusive mud jacket, cowl artwork by Phillips, $24.99 + tax

A Righteous Thirst for Vengeance deluxe hardcover by Rick Remender & André Lima Araújo with Convention Exclusive mud jacket, cowl artwork by Araújo, $39.99 + tax
Paper Girls x Blackwings collab pencils, $25 + tax
Black Science statue, $100 + tax

AVAILABLE AT THE MAD GHOST PRODUCTIONS BOOTH (#1320):

Geiger: Ground Zero full coloration, 8-page Convention Exclusive ashcan

IMAGE COMICS SDCC PANELS:

—THURSDAY, 7/20—

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Image Comics: Spotlight on Bestselling Creator Jeff Lemire

Join us for an in-depth dialog with bestselling, a number of award profitable, grasp storyteller Jeff Lemire as he shares particulars about his new collection Fishflies and Tenement in addition to his upcoming graphic novel Cosmic Detective and even more in retailer for his followers. Moderator Ashley V. Robinson of Popverse, Geek History Lesson podcast. Room: 25ABC

—FRIDAY, 7/21—

10:30AM – 11:30AM
Image Comics: Spotlight on the Legendary Todd McFarlane

Todd McFarlane Spawn and Venom creator, McFarlane Toys’ CEO, and President of Image Comics takes followers on a behind-the-scenes have a look at Spawnmania. McFarlane provides followers a sneak peek into the future of upcoming toys, what’s forward for the Spawn Universe, and all the thrilling developments on the horizon.

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Image Comics: Spotlight on Bestselling Writer Rick Remender

Join comics titan Rick Remender for an in-depth dialog about his Giant Generator imprint at Image Comics, his 25 years as one of the main voices shaping the panorama of creator owned comics with tiles like Fear Agent, Black Science, Low, Deadly Class, and Seven to Eternity, how the business perspective in the direction of creator rights has modified, the energy of DIY considering, and the inside scoop on his new ongoing collection with Max Fiumara, The Sacrificers! All of this and a large announcement a few new Giant Generator venture slated to hit subsequent 12 months! Moderator: Robert Kirkman of Invincible, The Walking Dead. Room: 25ABC

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Syzygy Publishing’s Tales of Syzpense: its latest Past, present Present, and thrilling Future

Join Chris Ryall and Ashley Wood, the co-founders of Image’s latest imprint, Syzygy, and a few of Syz’s key creators for spirited Tales of Syzpense involving what’s come earlier than and what’s developing subsequent. Panelists embody multiple-Eisner nominees and Rain co-creators David M. Booher and Zoe Thorogood! Hitomi author HS Tak! And Artist Uko Smith! Interesting bulletins and nice artwork might be supplied, free of charge, to all attendees! Room 24ABC

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Image Comics: The Future of RADIANT BLACK’s The Massive-Verse

Join Massive-Verse superstars Kyle Higgins (Radiant Black, No/One), Brian Buccellato (No/One), Melissa Flores (The Dead Lucky), Ryan Parrott (Rogue Sun), and more particular, movie star shock visitors as the crew unveils thrilling new developments and bulletins in retailer for the Massive-verse this 12 months and past! Moderator: TBA. Room: 5AB

5:00 – 6:00 PM
Cliff Bleszinski: Games to Comics

Games legend Cliff Bleskinski (Gears of War, Fortnite) discusses the creation of his debut comedian Scrapper (Image Comics) with co-writer Alex de Campi (Dracula, Motherf**ker!, Bad Karma, Parasocial), plus a Q&A moderated by John Nee (writer, Marvel; president Wildstorm). Room 23ABC.

6:15 – 7:00 PM
Cliff Bleszinski post-panel signing in Autograph Area

—SATURDAY, 7/22—

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Image Comics: Comics Storytelling, Genre & Craft

Join Dustin Nguyen (Little Monsters), Zoe Thorogood (It’s Lonely at the Centre of the Earth), Daniel Warren Johnson (Do a Powerbomb!), Alex De Campi (Parasocial), Ryan Stegman (The Schlub), and Pornsak Pichetshote (The Good Asian) for a freewheeling dialog amongst some of the prime expertise in the comics business as they talk about style, storytelling, business secrets and techniques, and tricks-of-the-trade. Moderator: Chris Arrant of Popverse. Room: 28DE

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Spotlight on Alex de Campi, bestselling author/co-creator of Dracula, Motherfker!

Cult comics author Alex de Campi (Dracula, Motherfker!, Bad Karma, Parasocial) discusses her profession and the three books she has popping out this Autumn. Q&A to comply with. Moderator: Khai Krumbhaar of Geekiary & True War Stories. Room 9.

1:30 – 2:00 PM
Alex de Campi post-panel signing in Autograph Area.

—SUNDAY, 7/23—

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Image Comics: Comics characters followers will love or hate—or like to hate!

Join Mirka Andolfo (Sweet Paprika), Tony Fleecs (Local Man), Sanford Greene (Bitter Root), David F. Walker (Bitter Root), Rodney Barnes (Killadelphia) and particular shock visitors come collectively for an in-depth dialogue of character constructing that leaps from the web page and the secret behind what makes for loveable or unlikable characters for readers. Moderator: Graeme McMillan of Popverse. Room 10

SIGNINGS AT THE IMAGE COMICS BOOTH (#1915):
*All objects offered for signing are topic to assessment and denial by employees. No CGC, CBCS, or different witnessing/grading.

—THURSDAY, 7/20—

1:30 – 2:30 PM

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Charles Soule
John Layman

3:30 – 4:30 PM

Gerry Duggan, Brian Posehn & Scott Koblish

4:30 – 5:30 PM

David F. Walker & Sanford Greene

—FRIDAY, 7/21—

10:30 – 11:30 AM

Zoe Thorogood (no sketches)

11 – 12 PM

12 – 1 PM

12:30 – 1:30 PM

1:30 – 2:30 PM

2:30 – 3:00 PM

4:00 – 5:00 PM

Massive-Verse group signing

4:30 – 5:30 PM

Charles Soule & Ryan Browne

—SATURDAY, 7/22—

10:00 – 11:00 AM

Charles Soule & Ryan Browne
Fred Kennedy, Allison O’Toole & Nick Marinkovich

11:30 – 12:30 PM

Zoe Thorogood (no sketches)
Daniel Warren Johnson

1:00 – 2:00 PM

Tony Fleecs & Tim Seeley (restricted amount free promotional Local Man buying and selling playing cards out there to signing attendees, first come, first serve).
Pornsak Pichetshote

2:30 – 3:30 PM

Rodney Barnes & Jason Shawn Alexander
Shof Coker

4:00 – 5:00 PM

Rick Remender
Sanford Greene

—SUNDAY, 7/23—

10:00 – 11:00 AM

10:30 – 11:30 AM

Zoe Thorogood (no sketches)

OFF-SITE SDCC PROGRAMMING:

—SATURDAY, 7/22—

4:00 – 6:00 PM
Creators Assemble: Comics Camaraderie, A Networking Event
Together, creators, publishers, comedian store homeowners, academics, and library employees have introduced higher acceptance to comics and fan tradition. Take a break from hectic conference life to expertise “speed dating”model networking with various comics fans from all backgrounds. Guests embody: Alex Antone (Skybound Entertainment), Heather Antos (IDW Publishing), Vince Alvendia (Egg Drop Ramen Studios), Matthew Atherton (CSUSM), Moni Barrette (2023 Eisner choose), David M. Booher (Killer Queens), J.M. Brandt (Swamp Dogs: House of Crows), Cherish Chen (Massive-Verse), Amy Chu (Carmilla: The First Vampire), Dani Colman (The Unfinished Corner), Barbra Dillon (Fanbase Press), Andi Dukleth (Accidental Aliens), Kyle Higgins (Massive-Verse), Phil Jimenez (Wonder Woman Historia), Nikita Kannekanti (Legendary Comics), Mathias Lewis (Knowhere Games & Comics), Hannah Rose May (Rogues’ Gallery), Don Nguyen (Zoo Magnet Inc.), Alonso Nunez (Little Fish Comic Book Studio), Morgan Perry (Skybound Entertainment), Jack Phoenix (comics librarian), Jimmy Purcell (A3 Publishing), Chris Ryall (Image Comics/Syzygy), Brian Schirmer (Quests Aside), Erin Snider (Creators Assemble!), and Charlie Stickney (White Ash). Marriott Marquis Marina