Celebrate the art of storytelling, creativity, and imagination at the Sulzer Library Comic & Arts Festival.
Explore a vibrant mix of activities designed for enthusiasts, creators, and curious newcomers alike:
- Panel Discussions – Engage with authors, illustrators, and industry professionals on topics spanning art, writing, and the evolving world of comics. Our special panel guests will be Mike Norton, Jim Terry, Max Bare, and Sarah Becan.
- Artist Alley and Merch Market – Meet talented Chicagoland artists, browse original works, and discover new voices in visual storytelling.
- Cosplay workshop – Celebrate fan culture and character design with our special guest in an inclusive, welcoming environment.
- Superhero Storytime – Enjoy a lively, family-friendly reading experience that brings classic heroes and adventures to life.
Saturday, December 6th
Sulzer Regional Library
4455 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL 60625
Free and open to all ages.
Schedule
Tell by Showing: Instructional Comics
11:00AM - 12:30PM
Large Meeting Room
Sarah Becan, the artist behind the Let's Make series (Let's Make Ramen!, Let's Make Dumplings!, Let's Make Bread!, and the forthcoming Let's Make Cocktails!) will talk about her career path, her books, and why the comic book format is exceptionally suited to simple, clear instructional content.
Gutters and Pannels: Visual Storytelling
2:00PM - 3:30PM
Large Meeting Room
Please join us for a discussion with the comics professionals Mike Norton, Jim Terry, Max Bare, and Sarah Becan. Each of these comics creators have been working in the industry for many years. Learn about their unique perspective and experience as they discuss how you can tell stories with words and pictures. No matter what types of comics you like, there will be something here for you!
Featuring special guests:
Sarah Becan
Jim Terry
Max Bare
Mike Norton
