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June 22: Jim Lee Signs For The CBLDF At Outer Planes Comics & Games!
This Sunday, June 22, Jim Lee, the legendary artist and CBLDF Defender of Liberty will be signing comics to benefit the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund at Outer Planes Comics & Games! 526 Seventh St. Santa Rosa CA 95401 For more info call 707-546-2000
Outer Planes Comics is proud to announce legendary comic book artist and creator Jim Lee in a rare in store signing as he limits his appearances to comic book conventions. Mr. Lee earned acclaim for his work on Marvel comics *X-Men* before joining other Marvel artist to form Image comics where he published his creation *Wildcats* under his Wildstorm imprint. In 1998 he left Image and sold Wildstorm to DC comics. In 2003 he returned to his roots and collaborated with writer Jeph Loeb on a 12 issue run of *Batman* titled "Hush." His run became a breakout success as his artistic skills achieved new heights. He followed this with a award winning run on Superman. In 2005 he joined controversial comic creator and film director Frank Miller for *All Star Batman and Robin,* which continues today to much acclaim.
Proceeds for the signing will benefit the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund is a United States non-profit organization created in 1986 to protect the First Amendment rights of comic book creators, publishers, and retailers through assistance with legal expenses. This is of particular importance with this being an election year. CBLDF memberships will be available at the signing.
This event will be held on June 22nd 2008 when Jim will be signing comics and graphic novels between 1:30 and 4:30 pm. Jim will sign the first 3 items for free after which there will be a donation benefiting the CBLDF for additional items. Please join us for this rare opportunity to meet on of the top creators in the industry and help support your First Amendment rights.
June 28: Dr. Sketchy's Anti-Art School Benefits CBLDF!
Dr. Sketchy's is what happens when cabaret meets art school. Artists draw glamorous burlesque girls, compete in contests, and win booze and prizes. Hosted by Molly Crabapple and John Leavitt. This week, burlesque queen Fem Appeal brings your geek out with a tribute to Uhara of Star Trek. 50% of this session's profits will be donated to the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund
Dr. Sketchy's Anti- Art School June 28, 3-6pm $10 ($15 for a table) The Lucky Cat 245 Grand St, btw Driggs and Roebling Williamsburg, Brooklyn www.drsketchy.comPosts: 21260 | From: PA | Registered: Aug 2002
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