NCN (ISCA) at the NYCC in FEB?
 The article as it appears on page 20 of EF issue 2009.2 | |
| Author | Scott Hamilton |
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| Published | EF Issue 2009.2 |
Publication date | Spring 2009 |
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| Pages | 20 |
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As the treasurer and a member, I try to promote our organization as much as possible. But with my limited circle of caricature artists in Massachusetts, it’s tough to get the major word out. Attending comic book shows as a guest is great but I’m usually the only caricaturist there. After getting board approval, we purchased a half-table for the New York Comic Con, the east coast’s biggest comic book and related media convention.
I set up with copies of Exaggerated Features, Fractured Atlas info and examples of work. I also had a sign that said, “Ask me about the ISCA.”
The first couple of hours of the convention is always devoted to exhibitors, dealers, artists and guests. It is a great time to walk around without being mobbed by a throng of fans and you can hear yourself think. I spoke with many artists about the ISCA. I told people about our worldwide organization of fabulous folks who can draw, too. I mentioned a couple of famous names as well as our yearly convention. Most seemed sincerely interested, a couple very much so.
As soon as the doors opened on Saturday, the place was filled to the brim with convention-goers. I had a few friends stop by and say Hi. I also had a couple of folks ask me to draw sketches in their sketchbooks. It’s quite an honor to be included in sketchbooks as people are looking for a free head sketch in their books from a variety of artists. I drew for a couple of kids, gave them advice (which they asked for) about how they should learn to draw better (draw every day and draw everything!) and the rest of the day I spoke with folks about the ISCA and practiced some new techniques in my sketchbook. Sunday was the best day of the show for a couple of reasons. First, I spoke with MANY people about the organization. One girl chatted with me for over a half hour. I told her about the recent convention, memberships, the forums, etc. She was new to the live caricature world and was very enthused about her craft.
The other reason was that when people saw my name stopped and asked for my autograph and a picture. Two girls even asked me to sign their convention passes! I’ve been doing caricature and superhero cartooning for over 16 years at conventions and this was the first time I felt like a celebrity.
Being a member of this organization is a pleasure, a privilege and is the best thing I’ve ever done for myself and my art. If there had been more time I would have had a super display with ISCA screaming out to all who came by. Next time we’ll be a presence.
I encourage all who attend events whether as an artist or a viewer talk to folks about the ISCA. If you see a caricaturist just ask them point blank, “Hey, have you heard of the ISCA?” I’m sure they’ll be interested in hearing about it and in turn you can feel proud to have told people about your caricature family! See you at the next show!!!
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