Portland Programming
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Programming
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20184:45 PM - 5:30 PM location: Creative Stage
manga art school
Join Jeyodin (@jeyodin) from Saturday AM as demonstrates five tips to drawing manga.
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20185:00 PM - 5:45 PM location: Room E142
death-rays and dynamos: the dreams of nikola tesla
This presentation will investigate the blueprints and ideas Nikola Tesla left behind, some of which might have worked if Tesla’s funding hadn’t been cut off. Everything from the luminiferous aether to particle beams that never have to be recharged will be discussed, with anecdotes about and mysteries surrounding the famous inventor prominently featured.
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20185:00 PM - 6:30 PM location: Room E 148
cosplay body paint with princess morgan
Have you ever wanted to be blue, green, or anywhere in between? Join cosplayer and professional makeup artist Princess Morgan to learn all about applying and refining face and body paint to last all convention long. All attendees will receive a disc of Mehron Paradise Paint and applicators to apply their face paint together.
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20185:00 PM - 6:30 PM location: Room E147
learn to play pokemon workshop
Calling all Pokémon fans! Have you ever wanted to learn how to play the official Pokémon Trading Card Game? I mean it’s only been around for 20 years! Like many people, you buy the cards because of your love for Pokémon but haven’t exactly mastered how to play the game with the correct rules. Well now you can learn how to play with the help of Pokémon YouTuber RealBreakingNate! Bring your own deck or learn play with one of our pre-made decks! Come learn to play as RealBreakingNate takes you through the game card. Breaking down what cards do and a step by step play through of the game. Not only will you get an introduction on how to play the game but every paid attendee will walk away with a Burning Shadows booster pack! This is a great opportunity to bond with your child and learn how to play the game together or to finally put all those cards to use after buying them for years on end!
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20185:30 PM - 6:15 PM location: Room E146
nerdprov
Laugh Your Asgard Off with improvisers from ComedySportz Portland, as they battle for your laughs Thunderdome style in a head to head battle of wits using your nerdiest suggestions and featuring cosplay volunteers from the audience. With your host, New York comedian, Mike Gregorek.
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20185:45 PM - 6:15 PM location: Creative Stage
wiz-art preview with josh lyman
Join Josh for a demonstration of all the techniques and skills you will learn during his Wiz-Art workshops.
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20186:00 PM - 6:45 PM location: Room D138
write what you know
Taking your own experiences and building off of them to make your characters more real
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20186:00 PM - 6:45 PM location: Room E142
diversity in pop culture
From Wakanda to Themyscira, much has changed in the landscape of pop culture- however, many obstacles still exist. In this humorous but poignant discussion, diverse geek experts discuss breaking ethnic stereotypes, current casting decisions and what changes need to happen for us to boldly go into the future. Hosted by Tony Kim (Crazy4Comiccon.com, HeroWithin).
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20186:30 PM - 7:15 PM location: Room E146
cosplay 101
Want to begin cosplaying but don’t know how to get started? Join Wizard World Cosplay Guests in a discussion that will provide you with a guideline on crafting supplies, wigs, contacts, makeup, etc! Bring your questions for this Q&A and get some answers!
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20186:30 PM - 7:15 PM location: Creative Stage
keeping it kid friendly
Through style and design, pro-illustrator Jason Meents shows you how he makes all-ages art work, featuring your favorite characters from comics, cartoons, and more!
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20187:00 PM - 7:45 PM location: Room E142
anime trailer park
Wizard World will be screening some of the newest and most anticipated Anime trailers from upcoming movies/tv series and discussing them with you the fans! Join Steven Hubbard and NoFace Cosplay to discuss your initial thoughts and fears for each trailer, and maybe learn a thing or two about the latest and greatest news regarding newly announced film and tv projects.
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20187:00 PM - 7:45 PM location: Room D138
wizard world pitchfest: how to pitch your idea
Are you looking for tips on pitching your ideas to publishers and studios? Join Frederick Jones (Saturday AM), Matt Haley (Wonder Woman 77, Gotham) and Sean Hoade (Ain't That America, Cthulhu Attacks! trilogy) as they discuss their experiences pitching ideas in mediums including film, tv, books and comics.
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20187:00 PM - 8:30 PM location: Room 148
basics to social media workshop
There’s no better place for creators and businesses alike to share their content and build an audience than Social Media - but with today’s algorithms, it’s more difficult than ever to build your brand. Take Sophii’s social media workshop and walk away with a wealth of new knowledge about how various social media platforms work, how to maintain a healthy algorithm and better organic reach, self promotion and more! Print outs of the slides will be provided for you to take home and note taking is encouraged!
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20187:30 PM - 8:15 PM location: Creative Stage
creating art with dramatic lighting
Using only traditional materials, star artist Stuart Sayger shows you how lighting effects and accents can have dynamic effects on your art!
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20187:30 PM - 8:30 PM location: Room E146
marvel vs dc: the great debate
Which company has better heroes, villains, cartoons, movies, storylines, etc? Join comic industry pros, cosplayers and professional nerds as they discuss all aspects of this age old rivalry and with the help of the crowd declare a winner.
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20188:00 PM - 8:45 PM location: Room D138
digimon & friends with derek stephen prince (ages 18+ only)
This is a card based game where you can ask ANY question you want to either "Steve" or any character he's voiced. Depending on the card, the tables may turn and one of the "friends" may entertain you with some "adult-based" reading.
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20188:00 PM - 8:45 PM location: Room E142
sympathetic villains
Learn how to write characters that the audience cheers for
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20188:30 PM - 9:00 PM location: Room D136
cosplay & cocktails cosplay vip event
Wizard World Cosplay VIP’s, here is your chance to meet, hang out and ask your questions to the Wizard World Cosplay Guests in a friendly setting!
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Friday, Apr. 13, 20189:30 PM - 11:30 PM location: Spirit of 77
drink & draw: truly outrageous 80’s edition
All professional and amatuar artist and writers are invited to come and compete in this live drawing and writing competition! You bring the creativity and we will take care of the rest! Scenarios and scenes will be described to the artist and writers, where you will have 1 hour to compete. Stay through to the end where one writer and one artist will be selected to win amazing prizes! Including prizes from U Cre-8 Comics with the grand prize being an Artist Alley table for Wizard World Portland 2019!. Hosted by Victor Dandridge and special guest, the voice of Jem, Samantha Newark and 80’s trivia with Mike Gregorek!
Located at: Spirit of 77 1022 SW Stark St, Portland OR 97205 (across from the convention center)
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Friday, Apr. 13, 201810:00 PM - 2:00 AM location: The Barrel Room
wizard world friday night after party
The fun doesn't stop when the doors close at Wizard World Portland. Fans can party on into the night at The Barrel Room with drink specials, costume contest with a cash prize, free admission with your Wizard World wrist band and an acoustic performance from Thomas Ian Nicholas! Barrel Room- 105 NW 3rd ave, Portland, OR 97209
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 201811:00 AM - 11:45 AM location: Creative Stage
making the merc with the mouth with marat and mostafa
Grab some paper, a pencil, and a plate of chimichangas and get ready for this 4th wall shattering crash course on how to draw Marvel’s most popular mercenary — DEADPOOL!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 201811:00 AM - 12:00 PM location: Room D136
manga/comic reviews
Swing by and present your comic and/or manga to our team of artists and staff. Bring your sequential art, portfolio, and/or tablet for us to review your work and provide you a list of options to get YOUR WORK PUBLISHED through Saturday AM or other partners. Available Saturday and Sunday mornings, stop by their booth to register.
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 201811:00 AM - 12:30 PM location: Room E148
introduction to sculpting with shield labs
Learn how to sculpt and model your own clay creatures and original creations with Expert Sculptor & Prop builder Calen Hoffman of Propcustomz. Propcustomz will provide everything attendees need to make their our custom clay creation! Several physical pre-made examples will be shown along with attendees receiving one on one instructions throughout the course of the workshop! Come for the fun and leave with your own creation!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 201811:30 AM - 12:15 PM location: Room E142
cosplay anime: big eyes, big swords, and little details
Join Momo Kun and NoFace Cosplay in discussing cosplaying your favorite anime characters! Let’s discuss how to get those anime eyes, giant props, and all the uniforms! From newbie to veteran cosplayers, everyone can cosplay Anime!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 201812:00 PM - 12:45 PM location: Room E146
trailer park
Wizard World will be screening some of the newest and most anticipated trailers from upcoming movies/tv series and discussing them with you the fans! Join SuperKayceCosplay & RealBreakingNate to discuss our initial thoughts and fears for each trailer, and maybe learn a thing or two about the latest and greatest news regarding newly announced film and tv projects.
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 201812:00 PM - 12:45 PM location: Creative Stage
you can learn to draw in 30 minutes!
Join Emmy award winner Mark Kistler for an inspiring FUNTASTIC interactive family ART ATTACK! Your parents remember drawing with "Commander Mark" on The Secret City PBS children's series back in the 80's and 90's! Well now YOUR kids can learn how to draw with him too! And IN-PERSON!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 201812:30 PM - 1:15 PM location: Room D138
jeopardy with derek stephen prince
Attendees, how much do you know about your guest? If you think you can answer enough questions correctly you will win a one-on-one meeting with him!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 201812:30 PM - 1:15 PM location: Room E142
wonderful world of words & comics
Comics ARE a visual medium, but ALL of the most well-known characters and stories began with a single voice, or collaborative choir, wanting to tell a story. Hear tales from the trenches, from some modern storytellers, about the fun and fails of writing for comics! Featuring Jason Inman and Ashley V. Robinson (Jupiter Jet) and Victor Dandridge (Wonder Care Presents: The Kinder Guardians, and The Trouble w/Love).
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20181:00 PM - 1:45 PM location: Portland Ballroom
welcome to the fang club: a conversation with ian somerhalder
Join the CONversation!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20181:00 PM - 1:45 PM location: Room E146
it was totally the best stargate show: a conversation with stargate atlantis’ joe flanigan
Lieutenant Colonel John Sheppard, second-in-command of the Stargate Atlantis expedition, is here to tell you about appearing in all 100 episodes of the best of the Stargate shows. Yeah, we went there.
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20181:00 PM - 1:45 PM location: Creative Stage
different approaches to inking with mostafa moussa & gary martin
Artist Demo!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20181:30 PM - 2:15 PM location: Room D138
“saturday morning to the future, the history of animation” with legendary animator and director tom cook
Join Tom Cook for a trip through animation history starting with Saturday morning cartoons all the way to what’s on television right now.
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20181:30 PM - 2:15 PM location: Room E142
“bad samaritan” sneak peek
Electric Entertainment and Legion M lead a discussion of Dean Devlin’s new thriller Bad Samaritan, starring David Tennant (Doctor Who, Jessica Jones, Broadchurch) and Robert Sheehan (Geostorm, Mortal Engines, The Umbrella Academy). They will debut exclusive footage from the film and answer questions!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20181:30 PM - 3:30 PM location: Room E148
introduction to worbla with princess morgan
Would you like to create armor, props, accessories, and so much more? Not sure where to start? Join cosplay artist Princess Morgan for a hands on Worbla workshop. Worbla is a thermoplastic popular among cosplayers for a wide array of crafting purposes. Attendees will be provided with the proper tools and materials to create a piece of Worbla armor. Princess Morgan will help walk you through the steps of molding and shaping your armor that you get to keep and a sample piece to take home!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20182:00 PM - 2:30 PM location: Entertainment Stage
wizard world kids costume contest
Calling all kids ages 13 and under to come out and strut your stuff at the Wizard World Kids Costume Contest! You won't want to miss this Kodak moment packed with a whole lot of fun, laughs and prizes for all participants!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20182:00 PM - 2:45 PM location: Room E146
disney trivia against the disney brothers
Calling all Disney fans! Join us as audience members battle it out against the stars of ‘Walt Before Mickey’, Jon Heder and Thomas Ian Nicholas, in this epic trivia event! Questions could cover anything….Disney Movies, Parks, and even Walt Disney himself! There will be tons of fun and even more laughs! So come test your skills and win some prizes along the way! Hosted by Lani Sarim.
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20182:00 PM - 2:45 PM location: Creative Stage
intro to painting armor & props
Come learn the basics of creating, painting, and handling cosplay props and armor with Wizard World Cosplay Guests OhMySophii and Jennifer Van Damsel
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20182:00 PM - 2:45 PM location: Portland Ballroom
longing. rusted. seventeen. daybreak….you get the picture: a conversation with the winter soldier, sebastian stan (portland ballroom)
Join the CONversation!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20182:00 PM - 4:00 PM location: Room E147
intro to improv workshop
Ever see Who's Line is it Anyway? or Wild 'N Out and think I can do that? Truth is, you probably can. Join improviser and coach, Mike Gregorek, and get your feet wet in the art of short form improvisation. This workshop will feature group exercises, improv games, and an intro to improv performance. No experience required, but bring it if you have it. Mike is has trained at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in New York and is a current owner and performer at ComedySportz New York City.
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20182:30 PM - 3:00 PM location: Room E142
jumping the shark: a conversation with happy days' henry winkler
Ayyyyy! Don’t miss this panel by the legendary actor behind Arthur “The Fonz” Fonzarelli. Come hear about Henry’s storied career, his series of children’s books, and turning down Grease!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20182:30 PM - 3:15 PM location: Room D138
family with a touch of yellow, my life with america’s favorite family the simpsons
Simpsons designer Phil Ortiz will share stories of his career in animation and talk about the simpsons and his journey with them all while answering your questions.
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20183:00 PM - 3:45 PM location: Creative Stage
saturday am presents manga live!
Saturday AM artists demo popular manga techniques!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20183:00 PM - 3:45 PM location: Portland Ballroom
unite the league: a conversation with justice league’s ezra miller and ray fisher
Moderated by Jason Inman
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20183:00 PM - 3:45 PM location: Room E146
women of pop culture
Join Holly Marie Combs (Charmed) and Charisma Carpenter (Buffy) as they share stories and answer your questions about being a woman in the male dominated industry that is Pop Culture.
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20183:30 PM - 4:15 PM location: Room D138
black to the future
Creating a sci-fi blaxploitation tv series in Portland from scratch, Come get a sneak peek at an exciting new sci-fi series called “Blackstar Warrior” grown in Portland! Meet the director and some of the cast and crew as they answer (and ask!) questions about their retro sci-fi blaxploitation series, and showcase the pilot! moderated by David Walker
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20183:30 PM - 4:15 PM location: Room E142
infinity war challenge
The countdown has begun and half of mankind stands in the balance. Join professional nerds as they compare and contrast all the Marvel films leading up to Avengers: Infinity War. In this comical debate, panelists will pit various films together to come up with the ultimate winner. This will be a great refresher before the latest Marvel Avengers installment. Hosted by Tony Kim (Crazy4Comiccon.com, HeroWithin)
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20184:00 PM - 4:45 PM location: Portland Ballroom
out for a bite: a conversation with buffy’s james marsters
Join the CONversation!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20184:00 PM - 4:45 PM location: Room E146
the voices in your head: anime edition
Join Tiffany Vollmer (DragonBall), and Derek Stephen Prince (Naruto, Bleach, Digimon) for an in depth anime voice acting discussion and Q&A!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20184:00 PM - 4:45 PM location: Room D136
words create worlds: lessons from a storyteller
If you have ever thought “I want to write a book” or wonder if your story can be told in song but don’t know where to begin or how to continue, this is perfect for you! Aspiring and current writers will want to take part in this interactive workshop to ask questions and learn about what it takes to write a book and be a published author or songwriter! Come and learn about the writing process from author, singer/songwriter, and advocate James Morris (Sky Bound, Water Tower, Surface) as he shares the challenges and excitement that comes with creating new worlds. This workshop will discuss the art of storytelling and share valuable tips, tricks, and organizational skills to help get you started and keep going. Be sure to bring your questions. This workshop is perfect for writers and aspiring writers of all ages.
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20184:30 PM - 5:15 PM location: Room D138
cosplay on a budget
Cosplay doesn’t need to be expensive to be awesome! Come learn from Wizard World Cosplay Guests, Oh My Sophii, Princess Morgan and NoFace Cosplay about the different ways to make your cosplays on a budget.
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20184:30 PM - 5:15 PM location: Room E142
legion m: how the power of fandom is changing hollywood
Every fan has the potential to change the way entertainment is made. Legion M, the world's first fan-owned entertainment company, has helped produce such hot genre films as Colossal with Anne Hathaway, the upcoming Mandy starring Nicolas Cage, and Ant Timpson's The Field Guide to Evil. Legion M's Paul Scanlan (CEO), Terri Lubaroff (COO), and David Baxter (head of development) reveal how Legion M works, what's coming next, and how you can join.
With surprise guests, announcements, and special giveaways.
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20184:30 PM - 6:00 PM location: Room 148
cosplay foam fabrication with superkayce
Have you ever wanted to learn the fine art of foam crafting? Join SuperKayce as she guides you through your foam build. She will help you by presenting how to build them, answering questions, showing tricks, etc.
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20185:00 PM - 5:45 PM location: Room E146
dungeons & dragons & improv
Join comedians and tried-and-true geeks from Portland's own The Minions: Improvised Mis-Adventures, as they play a live Dungeons & Dragons game. These Wizards of the Northwest Coast will embark on an epic quest built entirely from audience suggestions. With New York based DM & host Mike Gregorek, video-projected dice, and YOU cheering along with every Critical Hit!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20185:00 PM - 5:45 PM location: Creative Stage
basic training
TEN HUT!! So, you wanna be a top notch comic creator — well it’s not all comic cons and splash pages!! Being one of the greats takes DISCIPLINE and we’re here to serve you heaping helpings of what it takes to hone your skills to pro levels! Grab your gear and let’s get to it — we’re gonna make your portfolio STRONG!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20185:00 PM - 6:00 PM location: Room 147
wiz‐art: encounter at art point with josh lyman
Whether you have never drawn before, only drawn digitally, or are just looking to brush up on some techniques, this workshop has got you covered! You’ll learn about drawing exercises, use of a fine tip brush pen as well as choosing the right tools, as well as taking a piece of art from sketch to inks! Come and Explore the World of Wiz‐Art and take home your finished art piece and tools!”
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20185:30 PM - 6:00 PM location: Room D136
anime vip only meet & greet
Wizard World Anime VIP badge holders here is your chance to meet, chat and grab a bite with Derek Stephen Prince, Tiffany Michele Vollmer and Samantha Newark!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20185:30 PM - 6:15 PM location: Room E142
war journal: a frank (castle) convo with carl potts
For many, 13 is an unlucky number. But for Carl Potts, it counts the years served on staff at Marvel Comics, where he pulled double duty as writer and layout artist for the Punisher War Journal series. Hear how he helped make The Punisher a household name, and get his insider take on characters evolutions and successes since his run!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20185:30 PM - 6:15 PM location: Room D138
building the scene: step-by-step instructions for creating fantastic fiction
Once you have an outline and understand who your characters are and why they do what they do, you're ready to get writing. This seminar will take you through the next step: building the scene, spinning the web that connects it to the next scene, and then writing that next scene—all the way to a finished first draft of your novel. Step by step, you will learn how to bring your dream to life!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20186:00 PM - 6:45 PM location: Room E146
the nerd off
Just because we are all nerds doesn’t mean we are all on the same side or know what the heck we are talking about when it comes to a fandom. During this panel hosted by YouTuber RealBreakingNate two audience members at a time will debate on which is better and why. For example a single round debate could be who would win in a battle Batman vs. Iron Man or which franchise is better Lord of the Rings or Harry Potter? Has this description already started an argument? Then this is your type of panel. Oh and did I mention…..PRIZES!
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20186:00 PM - 6:45 PM location: Creative Stage
u cre-8 comics presents: character crafters
Are you the next GREAT comic creator?! Take the Raconteur’s challenge and design your own character from start to finish! Establish powers, design costume ideas, create an origin story and more with U Cre-8 Comics -- the PERFECT jumpstart to YOUR comic universe! Hosted by the dreamy Victor Dandridge.
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 20187:30 PM - 9:00 PM location: Portland Ballroom
wizard world costume contest
Hosted by our very own superheroes Victor Dandridge and Mike Gregorek, the Wizard World Comic Con Costume Contest is no joke. The best of the best will be dressed to impress in their superhero & pop culture finest, so be prepared for some serious cosplay. Grab your buddies and suit up to take a chance at bringing home the gold! Categories include Best in Show, Best Hero, Best Villain, Best Group and Best Anime (Prize Package Sponsored by RightStufAnime.com)!
Anyone interested in participating can sign-up at the SHIELD LABS Booth #423 inside the exhibition floor on Saturday. Registration closes at 5PM! We’ll see you there! (Recommended for ages 13+)
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 201810:00 PM - 2:00 AM location: The Barrel Room
wizard world after party
The fun doesn't stop when the doors close at Wizard World Portland. Fans can party on into the night at The Barrel Room with drink specials, costume contest with a cash prize, free admission with your Wizard World wrist band. Located at The Barrel Room- 105 NW 3rd ave, Portland, OR 97209
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Saturday, Apr. 14, 201810:00 PM - 2:00 AM location: The Whiskey Bar
wizard world after party part 2!
The After Party fun continues with a lively night at The Whiskey Bar with live painting, FREE quesadillas until 11:00 PM and $5 admission with your Wizard World wrist band. Located at 31 NW 1st Ave Portland, OR.
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 201811:00 AM - 12:30 PM
learn to play pokemon workshop
Calling all Pokémon fans! Have you ever wanted to learn how to play the official Pokémon Trading Card Game? I mean it’s only been around for 20 years! Like many people, you buy the cards because of your love for Pokémon but haven’t exactly mastered how to play the game with the correct rules. Well now you can learn how to play with the help of Pokémon YouTuber RealBreakingNate! Bring your own deck or learn play with one of our pre-made decks! Come learn to play as RealBreakingNate takes you through the game card. Breaking down what cards do and a step by step play through of the game. Not only will you get an introduction on how to play the game but every paid attendee will walk away with a Burning Shadows booster pack! This is a great opportunity to bond with your child and learn how to play the game together or to finally put all those cards to use after buying them for years on end!
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 201811:00 AM - 12:30 PM
patterning for cosplay workshop
In this class participants will be shown how to create a pattern for a bodice or dress-top for themselves. This Cosplay pattern method can also be used for armor, props, shoes, etc. Participants will be given examples of various costumes this pattern could work for, and leave the class with a paper pattern and fabric pieces. If time allows, there will be a short Q&A at the end for all participants!
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 201811:30 AM - 12:15 PM location: Room D138
gods and monsters: h.p. lovecraft’s horrifying creatures
From Cthulhu to Yog-Sothoth, from Dagon to the Elder Race, H.P. Lovecraft and his circle wrote about, swapped, and adapted one another's inhuman creations. What were the best? The silliest? The scariest? Audience participation welcome!
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 201811:30 AM - 12:15 PM location: Room E142
everything digimon with the voice of veemon
Fans of Digimon all come together and talk about shared experiences. "Steve" has been in every season except for Season 5, and the Tri movies.
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 201811:30 AM - 12:15 PM location: Room D136
manga/comic review
Swing by and present your comic and/or manga to our team of artists and staff. Bring your sequential art, portfolio, and/or tablet for us to review your work and provide you a list of options to get YOUR WORK PUBLISHED through Saturday AM or other partners. Available Saturday and Sunday mornings, stop by their booth to register.
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 201812:00 PM - 12:45 PM location: Creative Stage
you can learn to draw in 30 minutes!
Join Emmy award winner Mark Kistler for an inspiring FUNTASTIC interactive family ART ATTACK! Your parents remember drawing with "Commander Mark" on The Secret City PBS children's series back in the 80's and 90's! Well now YOUR kids can learn how to draw with him too! And IN-PERSON!
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 201812:00 PM - 12:45 PM location: Portland Ballroom
back to hogwarts: a conversation with bonnie wright
Ginny Weasley is here to answer all your Potterverse questions!
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 201812:30 PM - 1:15 PM location: Room D138
saturday am presents: diversity in manga!
Come and hangout with us for this fun and informative discussion on the indie publishing industry and the importance of diversity. From our own global approach to manga, learn why comics are in need of new ideas, how to find your creative partner, and what steps to take to get your indie comic off the ground. Hosted by Frederick Jones and featuring several of Saturday AM’s top creators.
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 201812:30 PM - 1:15 PM location: Room E142
creating cosplay content: patreon, social media, etc!
Creators and their content go hand in hand in today’s community. We discuss the ways social media outlets have changed the face of cosplay and the good practices you need for your professional pages. This Q&A format panel encourage audience participation and allows Wizard World guest cosplayers to give tips & tricks while explaining their own public content! Join OhMySophii, Jennifer Van Damsel, and Momokun!
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 20181:00 PM - 1:45 PM location: Room E146
superman’s 80th anniversary
The big boy scout turns 80 and we are celebrating by discussing all things supes! No other hero has influenced and inspired the superhero genre more than Man of Steel- however, just like his journey from Krypton, Superman’s history has been fraught with many ups and downs. Join professional nerds as they discuss the most significant moments over the past 8 decades and speculate on the future of the last son of Krypton. Hosted by Tony Kim (Crazy4Comiccon.com, HeroWithin)
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 20181:00 PM - 1:45 PM location: Portland Ballroom
there and back again: a conversation with sean astin
Join the CONversation!
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 20181:00 PM - 2:00 PM
wiz‐art: where no one has drawn before with josh lyman
From dragons to robots, from heroes to villains, and even creatures of unusual sizes, character design is always fun! Come join us to learn the core principles of concept art and character designing, and let your imagination flow. Get tips on creating characters for various medias, and how to create a character that is iconic! You, as a group will decide the topic, and from there we will create our own wonders!
Take home your finished art piece as well as a small kit!
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 20181:00 PM - 3:00 PM
introduction to resin casting
A step by step introductory to making silicone molds and solid urethane resin cast with professional Maker & Prop builder Casey McBroom of Shield Labs. Complete the Sculpting workshop and bring your creation along with you or grab one of the pre-made sculpts provided and jump right into molding/casting your own item! Attendees will receive instructions and have any questions answered along the way!
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 20181:30 PM - 2:15 PM location: Room D138
comic creator quiz show
Calling all comic lovers! Test your knowledge of comicdom alongside your favorite comic creators in this exciting game show panel.
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 20181:30 PM - 2:15 PM location: Room E142
truly outrageous! a conversation with the voice of jem
Jem and the Holograms stands as an 80’s girl power icon, join us for a Q&A with Jem herself Samantha Newark!
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 20182:00 PM - 2:30 PM location: Entertainment Stage
wizard world kids costume contest
Calling all kids ages 13 and under to come out and strut your stuff at the Wizard World Kids Costume Contest! You won't want to miss this Kodak moment packed with a whole lot of fun, laughs and prizes for all participants!
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 20182:00 PM - 2:45 PM location: Creative Stage
jeremy clark cover design tutorial
Live Art Demo!
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 20182:00 PM - 2:45 PM location: Portland Ballroom
adventures in middle earth with billy boyd
Join the CONversation!
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Sunday, Apr. 15, 20182:00 PM - 3:00 PM location: Room E146
pokemon game show
Calling all Pokémon fans! Join SuperKayce and RealBreakingNate as audience members battle it out in this epic game show event! You might just have to answer a simple trivia question OR you could get stuck with a Pokémon dare challenge! Either way there will be tons of fun and even more laughs! So come test your Poke skills and win some prizes along the way!
