Shazam!
The wait is nearly over as the third Tetbury Comic-con opens its doors on October 13 at Tetbury Goods Shed at 10.30 am this year even bigger than before as the smash hit of last Two year's first event proved, It will be jam-packed full of fabulous fun. Complimented by a real cornucopia colourful costume characters there will be plenty for the collector of comics, collectibles, and toys! And now with extra space of a marquee. Kevin Painter founder of the 451 Comic Con said 'I hope you'll be in as I am thrilled as I am as this year as well as being all about comics it's a great Fun family day out, with many stalls. we are joined with again with Tetbury's own professional princess Gwen Bruist-Hobson who will be overseeing the cosplay parade and competition ( the activity or practice of dressing up as a character from a work of fiction) and again back for a second year-end open to all ages, all characters. The Gloucestershire Geek Society who will have there Retro console Arcade set up with some great games from yesterday all the way up to modern day!! Andy Hanks a licensed Star Wars trading card artist, he regularly tables comic conventions Under the name ‘I Am Zoot’ where he sells art prints as well as copies of his robot sketchbooks will be back for his third year. Nerd Base Cirencester will be back with a variety of Collectibles, Toys and Comic Books. You will find a range of Anime, Funko Pops!, Neca, Hot Toys and other modern lines. New faces for this year this year is Redflare Models a local business for Star Wars and Sci-Fi enthusiasts seeking meticulously crafted models and props. artist and writer who goes by the name S.P:Zero.who is the creator of a comic called After the Robot Apocalypse. And something totally new for this year VRXPerience The ultimate immersive experience in Virtual Reality. Convention favourite Kev F Sutherland. Who has been writing and drawing comics for everyone from Beano to Marvel, Doctor Who to Viz, Red Dwarf to The Dandy. But if you are a comic book fan there is more! we were asked for more comic book creators and WOW we have managed to get the most successful and critically acclaimed British artist Mr Brian Bolland who will be joining our other guests, who to many is the definitely definitive judge Dread artist, consummate Wonder Woman cover artist and of course redefined the Joker with the now classic Killing Joke graphic novel with Alan Moore. But you probably have your own favourite work of his amazing catalogue.'
You may wish to talk about having your comics valued or even wanting to sell them. There will be professional artists who you can discuss your own art work with or you may wish to even sign up for one of our future comic book workshops. It will be a fantastic day if you love comics and an amazing day even if you have a casual interest there really will be something for all the family as an enthusiastic character from the 60s would say ‘Holy great day out Batman!’ This really is a love letter to this underrated genre to thank it! And to thank you.
To find out more to check times or book your ticket please Visit visit the new website:www.tetburygoodsshed.co.uk
If you would like to find out more or have any questions and please contact Kevin on (07745) 716547 or email comics451@icloud.com
*Why SHAZAM Fun Fact. Apparently coined by American comic book writer Bill Parker in 1940 used to signify, or seemingly command as if by magic, a sudden and surprising change or occurrence as the magic word that turns young Billy Batson into the original Captain Marvel,
It’s always good to have something to look forward to and with the launch of the 451 Art Gallery, this is just the beginning.
This new amazing attraction located in the idyllic Cotswolds the Tetbury Comics Art Gallery honours the creators and heroes of the 9th Art. With regularly renewed permanent exhibitions and a diversified programme of permanent and temporary exhibitions that will enable visitors to discover the countless aspects of Comics Art, with first edition comics and original art.
How often can you discover an artistic golden age only after its long over? Right now!
We are looking forward to the opening of the 451 initiative this June and sharing our enthusiasm with you in a world where reality and imagination are blurred.
To complement the opening of the 451 Comic Art Gallery we will be hosting a Comic-con in August/September, to say thank you and celebrate the wonderful world of comics. So whether you're a collector, enthusiast cosplayer or even a dealer, we hope to see you there, for fun and enjoyment for all ages. For further information please contact us. By email comics451@icloud.com or ring/text 07745716547
NEW LOCATION
The Tetbury 451 Comic Book Initiative Gallery Centre dedicated to the display of the original comic book art and first editions, which was due to open just before the crisis prevented it, is having to move due to the fact The Town Council felt that current lease for the Combe House building/hub with its business rates and maintenance contract was too high and voted not to renew it
However it will now have a new home situated at the Old Courthouse 63 Long Street, which is of course home to the Town Council and will be sharing and complimenting the Police Museum. And as with the Police Museum will be completely free, when allowed to open.
The 451Initiative has many facets. The free centre/museum will be a home to display and exhibit original art and comics from our past our childhood heritage. There will also be residential Workshops. Outreach/touring workshops. And of course the initiative will be going online as well. It is hoped there will be Comic Convention with Cosplay later this year if guidelines allow. so if you have an interest in this medium, or even a writer artist of any level please get in contact
The aim is to promote this Art form as an Art form and everyone involved in this medium. We will be looking for donations of old comics, graphic novels or artwork anything comic book related. If you would like further information suggestions or get involved in this initiative please visit the website 451comics.co.uk or contact Kevin by email comics451@icloud.com if you prefer you can ring or text on 07745716547. Thanks must go to the Town Council for the ongoing support.
LOW KEY LOKI !
Disney has confirmed that Loki will make his way onto Disney Plus starting on June 11, 2021. It was originally planned for a release in May 2021, but the dates shifted in February 2021. Loki features the God of Mischief as he steps out of his brother’s shadow in a new series that takes place after the events of Avengers: Endgame. Tom Hiddleston returns as the title character, joined by Owen Wilson, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Sophia Di Martino, Wunmi Mosaku and Richard E. Grant. Kate Herron directs Loki, and Michael Waldron is head writer. Loki debuted way back in classic Journey into mystery number 85 1962. It was a lovely surprise to bump into the charming Mr Grant who was taking a break from the Marvel universe picking up some essentials in Tetbury.
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The Dynamic Duo and the Amazon Princess find the Man of Steel under a trance due an alien flower known as “Black Mercy”, courtesy of Mongul, one of the most powerful enemies of Superman. The “Black Mercy” provokes the worst thing that you can experience…your deepest desire in life.
While Superman is “living” his deepest desire. Batman, Robin (Jason Todd) and Wonder Woman will fight (literally) for their lives against Mongul, an alien behemont, so strong, that only Superman would be able to fight him back.
Alan Moore, who mastered the ability to explore deep philosophical and psychological questions through well-written and entertaining
The same creative team of Watchmen, with the beautiful
art by Gibbons simplicity itself and yet is the perfect foil to enhance the cleverness of Moore's writing
This latest volume Collects 'For the Man Who Has Everything' from Superman Annual #11; 'The Jungle Line' from DC Comics Presents #85; 'Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?' from Superman #423 and Action Comics #583; Green Lantern/Superman: Legend of the Green Flame. Enhanced by a bonus feature detailing how Moore and Gaiman's experiences with DC Comics and Superman continuity shaped their careers, plus an afterword by Gaiman, these are some of the finest Superman stories ever published.
If it happens in comics, it's news to us!
This is the news and review section. Obviously due to the crisis we've had to put our projects on hold. It is now looking possible that that all the projects will be commencing thank you for your patience and we will update as soon as possible.
