Post by The Ultimate Nullifier on Sept 27, 2014 19:10:12 GMT -6
There’s no ambiguity about the Claremont Packing House Comics and Collectibles show, which has a definite focus on local vendors and bargain comics; one outfit is selling them by the pound.
www.dailybulletin.com/arts-and-entertainment/20140924/claremont-packing-house-comic-book-and-collectible-show-to-highlight-local-artists
Missed out on this year’s San Diego Comic-Con International? Have no fear, the Claremont Packing House Comic Book and Collectible Show is here.
There are about 20 vendors scheduled to attend the Sunday event, including representatives from area comic book shops, private collectors, graphic novelists and local artists. Along thousands of comic books there will be collectibles, card sets, statues, figures and T-shirts.
“This is a labor of love,” said event coordinator Chris Peterson.
Known as The Comic Bookie. Peterson started the show in 2008, initially hosting it every other month. While it faltered a bit, Peterson said things started to pick up in 2010 and is excited to keep up the momentum.
“This is a fun show where you can hang out with people who share your interests,” Peterson said. “There are also some really great deals at the show, and being free you can come down and spend and hour or spend the day for an inexpensive day out.”
Anywhere between six and 10 comic book/collectible vendors showcase something new each year. In fact, Peterson plans to offer specially packaged “grab bags.”
I sell 25 comics for $10,” he said. “I personally package them myself and make sure each package has good comics included, definitely exceeding the cost.”
Rancho Cucamonga’s 4 Color Fantasies, a comic book and collectible shop, is also planning a unique way to sell some of its comics.
“We’re selling a huge selection of our ‘80s and ‘90s comic books by the pound,” said Chris Brady, owner of 4 Color Fantasies. “It’s $4 a pound. We’ll weigh what people have and they can take one off or put one on depending on what they want and what the scale says. It’s a fun way to sell comics.”
Adam West The Bat, which actually does not include the 1960s Batman star, is also expected to perform theme songs from popular superhero shows and movies.
“This is one of the better shows in the area,” said Brady, who has been participating in the show since 2008. “We get to see people who don’t come in the store. It gives us contact with the community and time to talk.”
Brady brings a variety of discounted stock as well as high-priced collectibles and separate boxes of kid-friendly comics, ensuring there’s something for most consumers.
Local artists John Narcomey and Jimmy Purcell will be at the show offering their current work, providing on the spot caricatures and to discuss commissions.
“I have made many new friends who have become fans from my times at the Packing House,” said Purcell, who’s been drawing professionally since 2004. “I know that sometimes people are too intimidated to stop by; they don’t want to make eye-contact, afraid they’ll be pressured into buying something, but I really just want them to stop by see my stuff and chat.”
Purcell, also a graphic novelist, has written and illustrated many stories on his website beenbettercomic.com. The Ontario resident is slated to unveil the first installment of a new series and concept.
“It will be a Halloween-themed 12-page comic I’ll be selling only through the month of October for $2,” he said. “It will not be available again until next October, along with the new installment. Eventually, I will make a hard bound book of the series.”
Purcell decided to release the Been Better Halloween tale at the Packing House Show because of areas readers.
“The Inland Empire is very passionate and very anti-elitist about the comic book scene,” Purcell said. “This show has always been a positive experience. We give people a chance to chat with the guys behind the art in a small setting. It’s socially welcoming and people aren’t rushed away.”
www.dailybulletin.com/arts-and-entertainment/20140924/claremont-packing-house-comic-book-and-collectible-show-to-highlight-local-artists
Missed out on this year’s San Diego Comic-Con International? Have no fear, the Claremont Packing House Comic Book and Collectible Show is here.
There are about 20 vendors scheduled to attend the Sunday event, including representatives from area comic book shops, private collectors, graphic novelists and local artists. Along thousands of comic books there will be collectibles, card sets, statues, figures and T-shirts.
“This is a labor of love,” said event coordinator Chris Peterson.
Known as The Comic Bookie. Peterson started the show in 2008, initially hosting it every other month. While it faltered a bit, Peterson said things started to pick up in 2010 and is excited to keep up the momentum.
“This is a fun show where you can hang out with people who share your interests,” Peterson said. “There are also some really great deals at the show, and being free you can come down and spend and hour or spend the day for an inexpensive day out.”
Anywhere between six and 10 comic book/collectible vendors showcase something new each year. In fact, Peterson plans to offer specially packaged “grab bags.”
I sell 25 comics for $10,” he said. “I personally package them myself and make sure each package has good comics included, definitely exceeding the cost.”
Rancho Cucamonga’s 4 Color Fantasies, a comic book and collectible shop, is also planning a unique way to sell some of its comics.
“We’re selling a huge selection of our ‘80s and ‘90s comic books by the pound,” said Chris Brady, owner of 4 Color Fantasies. “It’s $4 a pound. We’ll weigh what people have and they can take one off or put one on depending on what they want and what the scale says. It’s a fun way to sell comics.”
Adam West The Bat, which actually does not include the 1960s Batman star, is also expected to perform theme songs from popular superhero shows and movies.
“This is one of the better shows in the area,” said Brady, who has been participating in the show since 2008. “We get to see people who don’t come in the store. It gives us contact with the community and time to talk.”
Brady brings a variety of discounted stock as well as high-priced collectibles and separate boxes of kid-friendly comics, ensuring there’s something for most consumers.
Local artists John Narcomey and Jimmy Purcell will be at the show offering their current work, providing on the spot caricatures and to discuss commissions.
“I have made many new friends who have become fans from my times at the Packing House,” said Purcell, who’s been drawing professionally since 2004. “I know that sometimes people are too intimidated to stop by; they don’t want to make eye-contact, afraid they’ll be pressured into buying something, but I really just want them to stop by see my stuff and chat.”
Purcell, also a graphic novelist, has written and illustrated many stories on his website beenbettercomic.com. The Ontario resident is slated to unveil the first installment of a new series and concept.
“It will be a Halloween-themed 12-page comic I’ll be selling only through the month of October for $2,” he said. “It will not be available again until next October, along with the new installment. Eventually, I will make a hard bound book of the series.”
Purcell decided to release the Been Better Halloween tale at the Packing House Show because of areas readers.
“The Inland Empire is very passionate and very anti-elitist about the comic book scene,” Purcell said. “This show has always been a positive experience. We give people a chance to chat with the guys behind the art in a small setting. It’s socially welcoming and people aren’t rushed away.”