NEW YORK, NY, September 26, 2012 (Press-News.org) William Grapes of Cincinnati wasn't trying to make a political statement with "Sam," a hybrid digital/drawing depicting two "fat cat" types with full plates flanking a destitute Uncle Sam on a bread line. Instead, he was inspired by Norman Rockwell and early 20th-century art - and a musical album cover. Grapes' work is the winning entry in the 2012 Wizard World Ohio Comic Con Amateur Art Contest, announced today.
Grapes' piece was the unanimous choice of the blue-ribbon panel of artists who judged the contest, Greg Horn, Tyler Kirkham and Alan Davis. For his efforts, Grapes will be among those superstars and the dozens of other creators in Artist Alley at the event, Friday through Sunday at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.
"A friend's band's last disk had a picture of Uncle Sam sitting on a mound of cash as a cover illustration," said Grapes, a typesetter for a pharmaceutical journal. "Someone joked that if they did another release it would have to be Uncle Sam in a bread line. The picture popped in my head and I knew I had to do this piece because it was too good of an idea to let go."
Grapes will display "Sam" as well as examples of other work he has done, including a comic book he has been working on.
"I was impressed with the skill level of this piece," said Horn.
"'Sam' is by far the best and most accomplished of the entries," added Davis.
To qualify, amateur artists were asked to submit original works, in virtually any medium, consistent with the pop culture/comic con theme and
Three additional finalists were selected, with those artists receiving two tickets each to the event. They included William Black of Columbus, Ohio; Travis Scott John Campbell of Louisville, Ohio; and Blake Wheeler of Sumerco, W. Va. The work of all four can be seen at http://www.wizardworlddigital.com.
Legendary actor Patrick Stewart, "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" star Eliza Dushku, WWE Superstar CM Punk , Batman Forever star Val Kilmer and Dean Cain of "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman" headline the celebrity roster at Wizard World Ohio Comic Con. They will be joined by many of the world's greatest comics creators, exhibitors and thousands of fans in a celebration of all things pop culture in an expanded format, which now includes a preview on Friday evening and two full weekend days.
Horn ("X-Force," "Blackest Night"), Kirkham ("Green Lantern Corps," "Amazing Spider-Man"), Davis ("Captain America," "Thor"), Neal Adams ("Batman," "Green Lantern"), Humberto Ramos ("Amazing Spider-Man," "Impulse") and Paul Jenkins ("Spider-Man," "Hulk") are among the top creators scheduled to populate Artist Alley.
Wizard World Ohio Comic Con, produced by Wizard World, Inc. (WIZD.PK), will bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, comics, toys, video gaming, television, sci-fi, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. Show hours are Friday, Sept. 28, 5-9 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 29, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Sept. 30, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
For more on the 2012 Wizard World Ohio Comic Con, visit http://www.wizardworld.com/home-ohio.html.
About Wizard World:
Wizard World produces Comic Cons and pop culture conventions across North America that celebrate graphic novels, comic books, movies, TV shows, gaming, technology, toys and social networking. The events often feature celebrities from movies and TV, artists and writers, and events such as premieres, gaming tournaments, panels, and costume contests.
The full event schedule can be found at http://www.wizardworld.com.
***** SAVE THE 2012-13 DATES *****
September 28-30, 2012 - Wizard World Ohio Comic Con
October 26-28, 2012 - Wizard World Austin Comic Con
November 30 - December 2, 2012 - Wizard World New Orleans Comic Con
February 22-24, 2013 - Wizard World Portland Comic Con
May 30 - June 2, 2013 - Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con
August 8-11, 2013 - Wizard World Chicago Comic Con
Cincinnati's William Grapes Wins Wizard World Ohio Comic Con Amateur Art Contest
A hybrid digital/drawing entitled "Sam" by Cincinnati aspiring artist William Grapes has been selected as the winning entry in the Wizard World Ohio Comic Con Amateur Art Contest. Grapes will Appear in Artist Alley.
2012-09-26
ELSE PRESS RELEASES FROM THIS DATE:
TOM FABBRI: Goal Expert. An Extreme Adventurist With New Book "Ageless You," Summits New Heights
2012-09-26
Tom Fabbri is a man who lives his life with no limitations and defies physical age; he does not allow his fifty three years to get in the way of his adventures. He has summited four of the Seven Summits, the highest mountains of each of the seven continents, and has dived with Great White Sharks. These accomplishments are only a few of the many goals Tom has set for himself. His upcoming adventures will include climbing the remaining 3 Summits, racing in the Iditarod, flying in outer space on the Virgin Galactic, diving to see the Titanic and sail solo around the world. ...
Come Visit Closet and Storage Concepts at the Franklin Harvest Festival
2012-09-26
Closet & Storage Concepts is excited to announce that they will be exhibiting their custom closet designs at the Franklin Harvest Festival at Booth #8. The tenth annual Harvest Festival will take place on Sunday Sunday, September 30, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown Franklin. The Franklin Downtown Partnership organizers expect about 5,000 visitors to come enjoy delicious food, a DJ and local entertainers on six different stages, games and activities in an expanded children's area, crafters, artist displays, a farmer's market and antique cars at the Historical Museum ...
Stress Management with Dr. Joe Vitale's "The Healing Song"
2012-09-26
"The Healing Song" is the newest CD release in Dr. Joe Vitale's catalog of music that promotes enlightenment, pain and stress reduction and above all, healing. With focus on the enrichment of positive energy, this CD inspires the body and mind to unwind and feel the power of music while gaining a better grasp on improved health and wellness.
Using music to promote a positive focus on daily activities takes the mind off stressful situations that wear on the body and break down its ability to heal. Stress reduction techniques including yoga, meditation and relaxation ...
Maxburst Web Design Launches The Website For "Real Housewife of New Jersey" Teresa Giudice's Milania Hair Care Line
2012-09-26
Long Island, NY company Maxburst, Inc. has just launched a website for Real Housewife of New Jersey and The Celebrity Apprentice star Teresa Giudice's new hair care line, Milania. Fans can find the new site at MilaniaHairCare.com. The website allows customers to shop and order her hair care products directly online.
The site also features a smoothly integrated layout that allows customers to easily find out more about the Milania brand and concept, learn styling tips and read real testimonials, see Milania in the news and learn about special offers. Each product has ...
JTM Food Group Takes 1st Place at Cincinnati Regional LogistXGames
2012-09-26
As one of the country's leading food manufacturers and one of Greater Cincinnati's fastest growing private companies, JTM Food Group is committed to excellence in every aspect of its business. This past week, the JTM team showcased its skills in logistics and distribution at the Cincinnati Regional LogistXGames competition, finishing first in box design and pallet jack relay and securing their place at the National LogistXGames in Louisville on September 28.
Started in Louisville in 2007, the LogistXGames are a unique annual competition designed to promote the logistics ...
Consolo & Aquino To Remake The Shops At St. Pete
2012-09-26
It takes a special combination of market and project to attract the interest and consulting services of the globally renowned team of Faith Hope Consolo and Joseph A. Aquino, the Chairman and Executive Vice President, respectively, of Prudential Douglas Elliman's Retail Group - and the two have found just that in The Shops at St. Pete, an exciting mixed-use development two blocks from the city's waterfront.
Located at First Avenue North and Second Street North, the 100,000-square-foot mixed-use complex will offer a unique combination of distinctive retail shops, restaurants ...
Yorkshire Brewery Launches Photo Celebration of Pub Life
2012-09-26
To mark next month's launch of its new 'Saltaire Pride' cask bitter, the award-winning Saltaire Brewery has announced its first 'Pride in Pub Life' photography competition, with an invite to pub-goers to capture the day-to-day life in their favourite hostelries.
The best photographs submitted as part of 'Pride in Pub Life 2012' will be included in an exhibition to be held early in 2013, with the overall winning image used as part of the marketing for Saltaire Pride. The winning photographer will also receive a cash prize of GBP250, with cash prizes for the second and ...
Mensa + PC Professor = A Smart Combination
2012-09-26
PC Professor has partnered with Mensa, the high IQ society, and is proud to be an official testing center for the prestigious intelligence organization. Many of the Microsoft school's students have expressed an interest in joining Mensa so the school responded with $50 scholarships upon presentation of a Mensa test receipt. During the limited promotion period, not only can one try out for Mensa and bring a friend along for free, but also, PC Professor will issue a $50 scholarship to both you and your friend ($100 in total) to cover Mensa's $40 exam fee ...whether you pass ...
By Popular Demand: Pierre Sibille Returns for an Extended Engagement to Ashford & Simpsons Legendary Sugar Bar
2012-09-26
Popular Parisian composer, keyboardist, harmonica player and vocalist Pierre Sibille will be returning for an extended engagement to perform live at Ashford & Simpson's renowned Sugar Bar in NYC on Tuesdays throughout the month of October 2012, including October 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30th. All shows will begin at 8:00 PM. Pierre Sibille's soulful voice and heart-felt delivery are augmented by his tasteful keyboard approach, which rhythmically and melodically enhances his engaging original songs—and to top it off he plays a wicked harmonica! At Sugar Bar he will be performing ...
Ashton Woods Homes Breaks Ground On Residential Community In Research Triangle Park
2012-09-26
Ashton Woods Homes (http://www.ashtonwoodshomes.com), an award-winning national private home builder, has announced the initial phase of construction for The Townes at Davis Park, conveniently located in the center of Research Triangle Park. The new residential community marks the builder's first neighborhood in Durham and the Research Triangle Park region. Offering chic and stylish three-to-four-bedroom townhomes priced from the mid-$100s, with one-car garages and unique finishes to suit each buyer's individual taste and budget, the community is located just minutes from ...
LAST 30 PRESS RELEASES:
Novel supernova observations grant astronomers a peek into the cosmic past
Association of severe maternal morbidity with subsequent birth
Herodotus' theory on Armenian origins debunked by first whole-genome study
Women who suffer pregnancy complications have fewer children
Home testing kits and coordinated outreach substantially improve colorectal cancer screening rates
COVID-19 vaccine reactogenicity among young children
Generalizability of clinical trials of novel weight loss medications to the US adult population
Wildfire smoke exposure and incident dementia
Health co-benefits of China's carbon neutrality policies highlighted in new review
Key brain circuit for female sexual rejection uncovered
Electrical nerve stimulation eases long COVID pain and fatigue
ASTRO issues update to clinical guideline on radiation therapy for rectal cancer
Mount Sinai opens the Hamilton and Amabel James Center for Artificial Intelligence and Human Health to transform health care by spearheading the AI revolution
Researchers develop tools to examine neighborhood economic effects on spinal cord injury outcomes
Case Western Reserve University awarded $1.5 million to study vaginal bacterial linked to serious health risks
The next evolution of AI begins with ours
Using sunlight to recycle black plastics
ODS FeCrAl alloys endure liquid metal flow at 600 °C resembling a fusion blanket environment
A genetic key to understanding mitochondrial DNA depletion syndrome
The future of edge AI: Dye-sensitized solar cell-based synaptic device
Bats’ amazing plan B for when they can’t hear
Common thyroid medicine linked to bone loss
Vaping causes immediate effects on vascular function
A new clock to structure sleep
Study reveals new way to unlock blood-brain barrier, potentially opening doors to treat brain and nerve diseases
Viking colonizers of Iceland and nearby Faroe Islands had very different origins, study finds
One in 20 people in Canada skip doses, don’t fill prescriptions because of cost
Wildlife monitoring technologies used to intimidate and spy on women, study finds
Around 450,000 children disadvantaged by lack of school support for color blindness
Reality check: making indoor smartphone-based augmented reality work
[Press-News.org] Cincinnati's William Grapes Wins Wizard World Ohio Comic Con Amateur Art ContestA hybrid digital/drawing entitled "Sam" by Cincinnati aspiring artist William Grapes has been selected as the winning entry in the Wizard World Ohio Comic Con Amateur Art Contest. Grapes will Appear in Artist Alley.