This show was designed to be a small expo that allowed fans to meet their favorite comic creators in a more intimate setting. The very first two shows were in Jonesboro, Arkansas and were great successes. Featured guests included Kenneth Rocafort (Top Cow, DC, Marvel) Tom Nguyen (Marvel, DC, Dark Horse, IDW) Lorenzo Lizana (Lion Forge Comics) John Lucas (Marvel, Darkhorse) Esteban Valdez (Echobridge Pictures) and Kelly Williams (Dark Horse). TMNT actor Ernie Reyes Jr was also a guest the first year.
After 2 successful years in Jonesboro Arkansas, they have moved the show to Northwest Arkansas in the Fayetteville/Bentonville area.
FRIDAY EVENTS
GRAND OPENING
Be there when APCE has it’s first ever show in NWA. Industry top talent from Marvel, DC, IDW, Dark Horse and more will be at the show Friday & Saturday to talk comics and sign autographs. Pick up prints, original art or signed comics from your favorite creators. Vendors will be there with a great selection of collectibles, rare comics and other pop culture items.
NOTE: Vernon Wells photo ops are on this day.
SATURDAY EVENTS
HOW TO DRAW COMICS
Tom Nguyen walks you through the basics of how to draw comics. He should know, he’s been working as a pro since the age of 19. This event starts at 12 PM.
FREE
FACE OFF Q&A
This is your chance to meet and ask Keaghlan Ashley what it’s like working as a makeup artist and being on the hit SyFy show – FACE OFF. This event starts at 1 PM.
FREE
CREATING INDIE COMICS Q&A
Meet Daniel Woolley and ask all your questions regarding breaking into indie comics and what all is involved in getting your comic book into comic shops. This event starts at 2 PM
FREE
SPECIAL EFFECTS MAKE UP WORKSHOP WITH KEAGHLAN ASHLEY
In this workshop Keaghlan will do a live demo showing her various techniques for creating show-stopping makeup. Take your movie or cosplay makeup to the next level! This event starts at 4 PM.
$40 NOTE: Must buy THIS ticket online. Not sold at door.
COSPLAY CONTEST
A favorite of the expo, don’t miss your chance to see some of NWA’s most talented cosplayers strut their stuff on the red carpet. A winner will be chosen by a special guest Keaghlan Ashley. Winner will receive the BEST COSPLAY trophy. There will be an Adult and Childrens category. Event starts at 6PM.
FREE
MEET AND GREET
Ever have a really good question but with all the people around you were too nervous to ask? Well this is your chance to sit down with the creators in a no pressure environment and ask them all the questions you want. Got a portfolio? This is the perfect time to get some pointers. This event starts at 7PM and comes with 2 slices of pizza.
$30 NOTE: Must buy THIS ticket online. Not sold at the door
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