Comic-Con 2026: Full Schedule

10:00am PDT

Creating Molds for Prosthetics and Accessories

Thursday July 23, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT

Lucia Mason (costume educator, designer), Jared Salls (makeup artist), Marc Salls (makeup artist), Rachel Salls (hair/makeup artist), and Daniel Partridge (makeup assistant) discuss the first step to creating a quality custom-cast prosthetic or accessory: making the mold. Learn all about the wide variety of materials and techniques available to make custom molds for all your cosplay needs.

Thursday July 23, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
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1: Programs, Comic-Con How To, Cosplay, Costuming

11:00am PDT

Learn to Draw Professional Comics

Thursday July 23, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm PDT

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Whilce Portacio (Uncanny X-Men, Punisher), Ryan Benjamin (Absolute Batman, Iron Man), Alex Sinclair (Hush 2, Justice League), and Carlos D'Anda (Justice League vs. Godzilla) lead a hands-on drawing workshop teaching professional strategies for pencils, inks, and colors.
All of the necessary supplies to participate in this Comic-Con How To session will be provided.

Thursday July 23, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con How To, Comics, Education, Seminars & Workshops, Superheroes

12:30pm PDT

Theme: The Heart of a Story

Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT

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Without theme, a story is just a sequence of events. Theme is the heartbeat of narrative, the thread that gives meaning to every scene and character arc. But what is theme? How do you find it? More importantly, how do you use it to craft stories that truly resonate? Award-winning author Maxwell Alexander Drake examines one of storytelling's most misunderstood elements and offers practical insight into creating stories that linger with readers long after the final page.

Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Books, Comic-Con How To, Writers & Writing

1:30pm PDT

Watercolor Step-by-Step: Techniques and Essential Materials

Thursday July 23, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

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Beyond the role as the representative of Kim Jung Gi and founder of Superani, Hyunjin Kim is an accomplished artist and educator. In this live demo, Hyunjin shares an approach to watercolor portrait painting, along with the tools used and recommended. The session examines how the right materials can elevate workflow, speed, and the overall painting experience.

Thursday July 23, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con How To, Education, Seminars & Workshops

2:30pm PDT

Costuming Every Body: Creating Size-Inclusive Costumes

Thursday July 23, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT

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Costume designer, educator, and author of Costuming the Curve: Dressing Bodies of Size for Stage, Screen, and Life Jeannie Galioto explores the art and creative possibilities of size-inclusive costume design. Drawing on professional experience in theater, film, and live performance, Galioto shares techniques for fitting larger bodies, improving comfort and mobility, and creating costumes that celebrate diverse shapes and sizes. Whether for cosplay, costume making, performance, or design, this panel offers practical strategies for achieving exceptional design while making costuming more inclusive, accessible, and body-positive.

Thursday July 23, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Comic-Con How To, Cosplay, Costuming, Education, Seminars & Workshops

3:30pm PDT

Drawing with Todd Nauck

Thursday July 23, 2026 3:30pm - 5:00pm PDT

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Todd Nauck (Marvel and DC Comics comic book artist; Amazing Spider-Man, Young Justice) demonstrates his approach to comic art, shares tips and tricks, and relates stories and experiences from his 30+ years as a professional comic artist.
All of the necessary supplies to participate in this Comic-Con How To session will be provided.

Thursday July 23, 2026 3:30pm - 5:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con How To, Comics, Superheroes

5:00pm PDT

A Master Class in Comic Coloring

Thursday July 23, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT

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Brian Haberlin (Spawn, Witchblade), award-winning comic coloring pioneer, will take you behind the scenes on coloring comics. The panel will cover color theory and process, then final production techniques to get your work looking how you want it to in print or on the web, and will explore new methods and techniques.

Thursday July 23, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Comic-Con How To, Comics, Web

6:00pm PDT

Build Your Own World and Intellectual Property

Thursday July 23, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT

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John Jennings (Eisner Award winner), Quinn McGowan (Eisner nominee), Mark Nazal (Emmy Award winner), Tara Madison Avery (Ignatz Award winner), and Britton Payne (entertainment attorney) discuss creating original comics and turning them into lasting intellectual property. Practical strategies for worldbuilding, publishing, marketing, protecting your work, and growing your audience while building a comics career on your own terms will be covered. Whether just starting out or expanding an existing project, attendees will leave with tools to create, launch, and sustain their own comics IP. Moderated by Lorran Garrison (school psychologist, Little Brainstorm).

Thursday July 23, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Comic-Con How To, Comics, International, Writers & Writing

7:00pm PDT

Where Did I Go Wrong?

Thursday July 23, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT

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Makeup effects artist Jeff Barkley (Universal Horror Unleashed) identifies and explains common mistakes in FX makeup while demonstrating an in-person makeup application. The discussion addresses common challenges for first-timers, beginners, and long-time amateurs, with time for questions. Jeff Barkley is joined by Trey Barkley (Sparrow) and DesiRee Preston (Cosmic Fool Cosplay) for a Q&A segment.

Thursday July 23, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Comic-Con How To, Cosplay, Costuming, Horror and Suspense

8:00pm PDT

Sam Kieth: Celebrating an Artistic Life

Thursday July 23, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm PDT

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Sam Kieth was a unique talent. Several of Sam's friends and colleagues share memories and celebrate a truly wonderful person who left us much too soon. There will be a slideshow presentation featuring many images by Sam that were scanned from his original art. Attendees are welcome to share their memories of Sam Kieth. Moderated by Scott Dunbier, with others to be announced.

Thursday July 23, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Books, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comic-Con How To, Comics, Historical, LGBTQIA+, Superheroes, Tributes, After Dark

10:00am PDT

Casting Custom Prosthetics and Accessories

Friday July 24, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT

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Want to cast your own professional-looking prosthetics or costume embellishments but don't know how to start? Lucia Mason (costume educator, designer), Jared Salls (makeup artist), Marc Salls (makeup artist), Daniel Partridge (makeup assistant), and Rachel Salls (hair/makeup artist) discuss the wide variety of techniques and materials available to cast professional-looking cosplay prosthetics and accessories.

Friday July 24, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
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1: Programs, Comic-Con How To, Cosplay, Costuming

11:00am PDT

Life Drawing on the Go!

Friday July 24, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

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Ray-Anthony Height (Midnight Tiger, Star Wars: Doctor Aphra), Danny Trang (Harley Quinn animated series, Kite Man: Hell Yeah!), Marcus Newsome (Marvel sketch card artist, Lightning Strike), and Don Nguyen (Marvel/DC/Star Wars sketch card artist, Pablo the Gorilla) lead the audience in a life-drawing session featuring stellar cosplayers BecomeAPrime, Tafetta Darling, Jeanie Herger, and Crystal Rose Schaefer. Drawing supplies will be provided, but attendees are welcome to bring their favorite tools, whether digital or analog. All skill levels are welcome. Surprises may be included.
All of the necessary supplies to participate in this Comic-Con How To session will be provided.

Friday July 24, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con How To, Cosplay, Education

12:00pm PDT

Writing Dialogue that Drives Your Scenes

Friday July 24, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT

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Dialogue is one of the hardest elements to master in writing novels. Why? Because it is more than just conversation. Great dialogue must drive the plot, reveal character depth, and add drama without sounding forced. Award-winning author Maxwell Alexander Drake shares techniques for creating dialogue that feels natural, sharp, and purposeful, showing how effective dialogue can deepen characters and advance a story with every word spoken.

Friday July 24, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Books, Comic-Con How To, Writers & Writing

1:00pm PDT

Art of the Hollywood Backdrop: Masterclass and Q&A

Friday July 24, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT

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Scenic art historian and master artist Karen Maness explores the process behind mid-century cinematic illusion. Tailored for illustrators, matte painters, and visual storytellers, this session deconstructs the mechanics and optical techniques used to paint monumental backdrops for The Wizard of Oz, Forbidden Planet, Star Trek, and Battlestar Galactica. Topics include physical materials, forced-perspective techniques, color theory, and brushwork styles from Hollywood's scenic art studios, with an interactive, technical Q&A on applying classic analog painting principles to modern visual design.

Friday July 24, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con How To, Movies, Seminars & Workshops

2:00pm PDT

How to Use Mixed Media in Comics and Illustration

Friday July 24, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

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Brian Haberlin, award-winning artist, demonstrates multiple techniques for giving work a more artistic approach and look. From transfers to watercolors, he explores both new and twisted traditional approaches.

Friday July 24, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con How To, Comics, Seminars & Workshops

3:00pm PDT

From Ordinary to Dynamic: Reimagining Everyday Scenes

Friday July 24, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

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Dong Ho Kim shares a creative process for turning observation into imagination, showing how familiar environments can become unique, story-driven illustrations. By developing this skill, the places seen and experienced every day can be reimagined into one-of-a-kind visual narratives.
All of the necessary supplies to participate in this Comic-Con How To session will be provided.

Friday July 24, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con How To, Comics

4:00pm PDT

The Return of Cute!

Friday July 24, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT

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Round and square, jagged and smooth, shapes have a language all their own. Shape language gives characters personality at first glance. Guin Thompson (Archaia/BOOM!) and Durwin Talon (DC Comics, TwoMorrows Publishing) demonstrate that sometimes the best designs rely on impactful shapes and that clarity may be the quickest way to elicit emotion. Attendees can draw along and create their own cute characters.
All of the necessary supplies to participate in this Comic-Con How To session will be provided.

Friday July 24, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Books, Comic-Con How To, Comics, Superheroes

5:00pm PDT

Live Voiceover Coaching: Get Paid to Talk

Friday July 24, 2026 5:00pm - 6:30pm PDT

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Audience volunteers will perform actual scripts from across the VO spectrum and get live coaching from voiceover luminaries, including Scott Brick (Audible Hall of Fame narrator, the Dune saga, Jurassic Park), TJ Storm (video game VO actor, motion capture for Godzilla, Deadpool), Eric Jason Martin (author/narrator, the New Arcadia series), and Roy Samuelson (audio description performer, The Last of Us, House of the Dragon). Moderated by Suzanne Elise Freeman (Audie Award–winning narrator, Five Nights at Freddy's). The panel will also feature audience Q&A.
All of the necessary supplies to participate in this Comic-Con How To session will be provided.

Friday July 24, 2026 5:00pm - 6:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Animation, Books, Comic-Con How To, Education, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Seminars & Workshops, Television, Video Games

6:30pm PDT

Cosplay and Photography 101: Building Stories and Relationships

Friday July 24, 2026 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT

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Photographers Pat Loika (author, Four Color Realities, Photo Works) and Jim Donnelly (published photographer) discuss how to become better storytellers by building relationships with collaborators. They are joined by cosplayers Amanda Lynne (published cosplay model, X-Men), Captain Britt Cosplay (cosplayer, builder), Sara Moni (published cosplay model), Ashe Frost (cosplayer, builder), and Megan Random (published cosplay model).

Friday July 24, 2026 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Comic-Con How To, Cosplay, Costuming, Education

7:30pm PDT

Deaf Representation in Popular Culture, Year V

Friday July 24, 2026 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT

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Yvonne Hunt returns with another panel featuring CJ Jones (creative, Avatar: Fire and Ash), Jon Mowl (CEO, ASL app creator), Jevon Whetter (director, The Flash Before the Bang), Jon Savage (artist, gallery work), and Jonathan Kovacs (actor, Little House on the Prairie). The conversation is moderated by Brandon Carmedy (moderator extraordinaire) and Jojo Savea (creative, Disney Animation's Songs in Sign Language [2026]).

Friday July 24, 2026 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Comic-Con How To, Movies, Music, Writers & Writing

10:00am PDT

Wig Masters: Customize Your Wig Block

Saturday July 25, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT

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Theater wig and wardrobe professionals Junior Bergman (wardrobe supervisor, La Jolla Playhouse) and Anna Campbell (professional costumer; wig and wardrobe crew) demonstrate how to prep hair and customize a wig block to match the wearer’s head. With audience volunteers, the panel will show the process of making a head wrap from tracing to transfer, creating a true-to-size head block for a better-fitting wig for cosplay building and styling.

Saturday July 25, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
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1: Programs, Comic-Con How To, Cosplay, Costuming, Education

11:00am PDT

Live Audition and Casting Director Q&A: Sci-Fi + LitRPG Audiobooks

Saturday July 25, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm PDT

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Randomly chosen audience members will audition with actual audiobook scripts and get feedback from major casting directors and audiobook coaches, including Scott Brick (Audible Hall of Fame narrator and coach, the Dune saga, Jurassic Park), Khai Dattoli (executive casting director, Podium Entertainment), Melanie Gagne (independent casting director and executive producer, Scholastic Audio), and Eric Jason Martin (author/producer/narrator, the New Arcadia series). The panel will include discussion about audiobook casting and performance, as well as audience Q&A. Moderated by Suzanne Elise Freeman (Audie Award-winning narrator, Five Nights at Freddy's).

Saturday July 25, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Books, Comic-Con How To, Education, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Writers & Writing

12:30pm PDT

Comic Books for the Blind

Saturday July 25, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT

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Scott Brick (Audible Hall of Fame narrator, the Dune saga, Blade Runner), blind martial artist and competitive surfer Joshua Loya, Roy Samuelson (audio description performer, The Last of Us, House of the Dragon), and Chad Allen (creator of the audio comic Unseen, who also happens to be blind) discuss the ways in which blind and low-vision comic book fans can enjoy every aspect of geek culture.

Saturday July 25, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Animation, Books, Comic-Con How To, Comics, Education, Fandom, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television

1:30pm PDT

How to Draw an Octopus . . . Returns!

Saturday July 25, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

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Pop culture is full of cephalopod characters, from Squidward to Doc Ock, but how accurate is their anatomy? SS Julian (Octopolis), Danna Staaf, Ph.D. (Monarchs of the Sea, The Lady and the Octopus), and Kassandra Cruz (Puppy Knights) share the art of drawing octopods. The panel explores why cephalopods fascinate us, how to combine true anatomy with engaging character design, and practical techniques for committing these elusive invertebrates to ink while avoiding the abyss of artificially hallucinated reference material. Drawing supplies will be provided, but attendees may also bring their own.
All of the necessary supplies to participate in this Comic-Con How To session will be provided.

Saturday July 25, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
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2:30pm PDT

How-To Comics with Dustin Nguyen and Friends

Saturday July 25, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm PDT

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Eisner Award–winning artist Dustin Nguyen of DC and Image Comics joins fellow industry professional Peter Nguyen (Marvel and DC) to draw live and discuss comics, fun, and life as an artist. Moderated by Fletcher Chu-Fong (Fletch-A-Sketch Talent Representation and Event Solutions).
All of the necessary supplies to participate in this Comic-Con How To session will be provided.

Saturday July 25, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con How To, Comics, Seminars & Workshops

4:00pm PDT

How to Transform Reference into Character Design

Saturday July 25, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT

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Rockhe Kim presents a first demo in the United States, showcasing expertise in human anatomy. Using a reference photo as a starting point, Rockhe demonstrates how to transform a single pose into dynamic character designs inspired by familiar figures such as the Hulk, Spider-Man, and more. This session emphasizes the importance of a strong anatomical foundation.
All of the necessary supplies to participate in this Comic-Con How To session will be provided.

Saturday July 25, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con How To, Seminars & Workshops, Superheroes

5:00pm PDT

The Marco Polo Loose Inking Technique

Saturday July 25, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT

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Cutter Hays demonstrates fast methods for achieving dynamic inks in a flashy, sped-up sumi style. Questions are taken throughout the demonstration, and subject suggestions may be incorporated as a challenge. These drawings are completed in one to five minutes, but the method can be developed as far as the artist wants to take it. For beginners, the technique can serve as a launching pad; for advanced artists, it offers another tool to add to the arsenal. The session also shows how traditional inking can be more approachable and fun than expected.

Saturday July 25, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Animation, Art and Illustration, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comic-Con How To, Science Fiction & Fantasy

6:00pm PDT

How-To Motion Graphics for Film, TV, and Entertainment

Saturday July 25, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT

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Award-winning motion graphics artist Jonathan Winbush (Transformers, My Little Pony) demonstrates how tools such as Adobe After Effects, Unreal Engine, and Cinema 4D are used to craft animated titles, commercials, and visual sequences for the entertainment industry. Winbush walks through foundational techniques for building motion graphics and participates in a Q&A session.

Saturday July 25, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Animation, BIPOC, Comic-Con How To, Education, Movies, Television, Video Games

7:00pm PDT

The Design Is in the Details: Graphic Designers in Film and Television

Saturday July 25, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT

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Graphic designers of the Art Directors Guild are the creative minds behind every logo, sign, and branded item seen on screen, from alien typefaces and futuristic spaceship interfaces to superhero emblems and brand identities for evil corporations, which often begin as nothing more than words on a script page. Panelists Hilary Ament (The Odyssey, One Battle After Another), Dianne Chadwick (Iron Man, Licorice Pizza), Kristopher Gifford (Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire, Space Jam: A New Legacy), Kelly Rae Hemenway (Moana, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3), and Maybelle Pineda (Superman, Godzilla vs. Kong), moderated by Kate Weddle (Yellowstone, Dutton Ranch), discuss navigating different genres and time periods and offer a behind-the-scenes look at the craft of graphic design for film and television.

Saturday July 25, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con How To, Movies, Television

8:00pm PDT

Gerry Conway Celebration

Saturday July 25, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm PDT

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A celebration of the life and work of comics, television, and film writer Gerry Conway (Spider-Man, Justice League), who co-created enduring characters including the Punisher and Firestorm. Moderated by Paul Levitz (Legion of Super-Heroes), with Laura Conway, Nick Lowe (Marvel Comics), Jody Houser (Spider-Man: Renew Your Vows, What If . . . ? Dark: Spider-Gwen), Christine Valada, and others.

Special Guests

Paul Levitz

Comic-Con Special Guest

Paul Levitz has been a comics fan (The Comic Reader), editor (Batman), writer (Legion of Super-Heroes), executive (decades at DC Comics, ending as president & publisher), historian (Will Eisner: Champion of the Graphic Novel) and now teacher of subjects related to comics and tra... Read More →

Saturday July 25, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Comic-Con How To, Comic-Con Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Comics, Movies, Superheroes, Television, Tributes, Writers & Writing, After Dark

10:00am PDT

Life Drawing on the Go! 2

Sunday July 26, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT

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Don Aguillo (cover artist, Sam & Twitch, King Spawn), Marcus Newsome (Marvel sketch card artist, Lightning Strike), and Don Nguyen (Marvel/DC/Star Wars sketch card artist, Pablo the Gorilla) lead a life-drawing session featuring cosplayers Jeanie Herger, LIT Legend, Daniel Prime, and Hera Thea. Drawing supplies are provided, and attendees may bring preferred tools (digital or analog). All skill levels are welcome.
All of the necessary supplies to participate in this Comic-Con How To session will be provided.

Sunday July 26, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con How To, Cosplay, Education

11:00am PDT

Want to Be a Toy Designer?

Sunday July 26, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

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What does it take to create the toys, collectibles, and consumer products found on store shelves around the world? Industry professionals John Muniz (Netflix, creative production manager), Karl Altstaetter (comic book artist, director, and former PhatMojo creative leader), Dennis Canon (packaging director, PhatMojo; formerly Moose Toys), and Cesar Mora (product development, Mattel) provide an inside look at careers in the toy and consumer products industries. Panelists discuss skills employers seek, educational paths, how products move from concept to shelf, and what it is like to work at companies such as Mattel, Hasbro, Spin Master, Netflix, and others. Artists, designers, marketers, engineers, and fans of toys and collectibles can learn about creating products for fans and families.

Sunday July 26, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con How To, Comics

12:00pm PDT

How to Make a Minicomic out of One Sheet of Paper

Sunday July 26, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm PDT

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Zander Cannon (Heck, Top 10, KAIJUMAX, Sleep) walks through the process of making a simple, photocopyable four-page minicomic, covering everything from tools to storytelling, from shading to crosshatching, from lettering to logos, and from character design to word balloons. Attendees may bring their own materials and draw along or contribute plot, dialogue, and character suggestions. A Q&A follows, along with a giveaway minicomic featuring instructions on how to photocopy, cut, and fold the finished work.
All of the necessary supplies to participate in this Comic-Con How To session will be provided.

Sunday July 26, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con How To, Seminars & Workshops, Writers & Writing

1:30pm PDT

Seeing the Unseen: Drawing Imagination in Perspective

Sunday July 26, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

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Peter Han presents a live drawing demo and shows how to turn a single prompt into a compelling illustration. Using familiar characters, Han shares a process for developing compositions and creating client-ready artwork. This session is designed for artists looking to strengthen their ability to visualize and execute ideas from simple briefs.
All of the necessary supplies to participate in this Comic-Con How To session will be provided.

Sunday July 26, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con How To, Seminars & Workshops

2:30pm PDT

Blank Cover to Graded Slab with Artgerm

Sunday July 26, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT

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Internationally renowned artist Stanley "Artgerm" Lau transforms a blank comic cover into a one-of-a-kind original work of art live on stage. Known for iconic DC and Marvel covers and highly valued original commissions, Artgerm shares his artistic journey, creative process, and mindset when creating an instant classic. He is joined by Michelle Waffle (senior comic specialist, PSA) and Chris Tung (co-founder and CEO, Raremarq) to discuss how original sketches transition into authenticated, high-end collectibles, covering provenance, market trends, and essential knowledge for collectors before buying or commissioning original art.

Sunday July 26, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con How To, Comics

3:30pm PDT

How to Sketch Anything in Ballpoint Pen

Sunday July 26, 2026 3:30pm - 5:00pm PDT

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Think a ballpoint pen is just for taking notes? Think again. Artists and educators Rembert Montald (Valorant, League of Legends) and Esther Wu (Blue Eye Samurai) present a fast-paced exploration of the fundamental drawing skills that can help artists draw virtually anything. Through live demonstrations and practical examples, they show how gesture, perspective, construction, line quality, and observation work together to simplify even the most complex subjects.
All of the necessary supplies to participate in this Comic-Con How To session will be provided.

Sunday July 26, 2026 3:30pm - 5:00pm PDT
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1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comic-Con How To, Seminars & Workshops, Video Games

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