My Convention Schedule for Anime Blues Con

As we get closer to the Anime Blues Con 2012, here' s a list of the Art Track events I'll be a part of:

Artists of ABC
This is where the fun begins! Want to meet the featured artists as well as your favorite creators from Artist Alley? Come mingle and talk shop with the Artist of ABC 2012.

Writing for Comics and Manga 101
Manga isn’t all about the art. You have to have a story. Join Action Lab Entertainment President, Shawn Pryor and IDW writer, Sean Taylor as they break down the ins and outs of storytelling.

Breaking into the business of Comics and Manga
If you are a writer, artists or future publisher, this panel is for you. From Manga, to comic books, to animated and live action feature films, the influence of the comic medium on pop culture is astounding. Find out how to get your ideas from your mind and to the printed page. Join Dave Beaty, illustrator for DC Comics, Shawn Pryor, President of Action Lab Entertainment, and Sean Taylor, writer for IDW, for an in-depth conversation on the business of Manga and comic books.

Jetta: Tales of the Toshigawa -
Graphic Novels, Music and Movies
Jetta: Tales of the Toshigawa has been a graphic novel fixture for 17 years as readers have followed Shianndrea Toshigawa, AKA Jetta, on her journey to become the Chosen One of the Toshigawa Ninja clan. Now, the books climatic end is fast approaching. With a live action movie in the works, the creative team that brought you this independent hit would like to celebrate this 17 year journey with Anime Blue Con! Come meet MAW Productions creators, Martheus Wade, Kevin Williams and Janet Wade with special guests Alex Zemke as they talk the past, present and future of this exciting story. This panel will be kicking things of with live music from Iyse Gibson and D’Voted as they perform tracks inspired by the Jetta: Tales of the Toshigawa - Defiance soundtrack! Don’t miss this celebration! (I may jump in on the "future" part of this to discuss the upcoming Turra: Gun Angel book.)

Hope to see all of you there!! It's going to be an AWESOME time!!

ANIME BLUES CON 2O12
JUNE 15-17, 2012
AT THE MEMPHIS HILTON
http://animeblues.com/

[Link] Live Art Tutorials at Anime Blues Con 2012

We will be foregoing our regular tutorials in order to let you guys know about an important event that is directly related to what we do here on MAWPRO.COM.

You all know that we love to teach what we know to aspiring artists, writers, performers and illustrators. As indy comic book guys (and gal), we feel a need for the artistic community to embrace the new, the young, and the undiscovered talent in the comic book industry in order to further its growth and survival. What you may not know, is that Martheus Wade is the Art Track head for a huge convention called Anime Blue Con, June 15-17, 2012. It's a convention in Memphis TN that specializes in all things anime and beyond. From movies, to cartoons, to books, Anime Blues Con has it all. And, in the realm of artistic education, Anime Blues Con is just as effective. We have set up a great line up of tutorial classes and informational panels that are sure to give you a leg up when looking to further your skills or break into the industry. Check out what we've set up for you at Anime Blues Con 2012!

Continue reading: http://mawproductions.blogspot.com/2012/03/live-art-tutorials-at-anime-blues-con.html

New Convention Announcement! I'll be at Anime Blues Con!

Anime Blues Con
June 15-17, 2012
Memphis, TN
http://animeblues.com/

Anime Blues Con will be holding an Anime convention in Memphis. This event is the first of its kind to come to the Bluff City. The convention is made up of games, guests and different ways to immerse yourself in Asian culture.

The convention will feature five different tracks:

• The Art track will showcase local artists from the Memphis Comic Book Club including featured artist Martheus Wade.
• The Culture Track will highlight different aspects of Asian culture and include a Street Fashion Show.
• At the Gaming Track guests will be able to participate in all kinds of games from D&D to Street Fighter.
• The Otaku Track is the main event which showcases all things Anime.  With special guests Vic Mignogna from Full Metal Alchemist, Tsubasa, and Ouran High School Host Club; Maile Flanagan from Naruto and Transformers 3 ; Kyle Herbert from Dragon Ball Z, Street Fighter IV, Naruto, Bleach; Maria Vu from  Dragon Ball Z;  and Jon Crumpton, a local voice actor who is the voice of the Star Wars: The Clone Wars toys.
• There is even an Adult track for guests that are 18+ that have a taste for the racier side of con life.

During the convention there will be charity events to raise money for the Red Cross and the Kids Wish Network. Anime Blues Con is a non-profit organization designed to promote Asian cultural awareness in the Mid-South.

The event will take place at the Hilton East July 8-10.