Comics/Graphic Novels Portfolio

[Julie]

2011 ASA / SUPANOVA PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR

Hi guys

We're running another professional development seminar at Supanova this year which is about Copyright, Artists' Resale Royalties and Cultural Funding Opportunities.

We've put in a detailed post under the ASA / Supanova Seminar heading in the Comics / Graphic Novels Portfolio thread but if you want to look at the snazzy online brochure (designed by ASA member and comics artist Marcelo Maez) check it out here: http://www.asauthors.org/lib/pdf/zGraph ... on2011.pdf

Thanks
J

[Julie]

That should read Marcelo "Baez" for the post before. Sorry, Marcelo.
J

[Julie]

[Julie]

Hi guys

Just letting you know that we've had some terrific support for the Comics Masterclass with Colleen Doran which is being held in Sydney in November. Our supporting sponsors have generously donated a number of prizes that will be drawn during the weekend. Participants can win an Artists' Alley table at Supanova and an exhibitor's table at SMASH! in 2012 plus lots of other prizes.

YOU CAN ALSO WIN A ONE-HOUR ONE-ON-ONE PRIVATE PORTFOLIO OR PROJECT REVIEW WITH COLLEEN ... THIS IS A RARE OPPORTUNITY INDEED. Information on the submission process will be published in the September e-newsletter.

There's a second e-newsletter going out at the end of this week so make sure you sign up.

DON'T FORGET WE HAVE A PAYMENT PLAN SO YOU CAN PAY OFF YOUR ADMISSION FEE IN THREE PAYMENTS.

Here's all the info again.

Website: http://www.comicsmasterclass.com

Flyer: http://www.asauthors.org/lib/pdf/zGraph ... ochure.pdf

Bookings: http://www.asauthors.org/scripts/cgiip. ... geId=10391

For further updates, please join us on:

FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Comics-M ... 6284538897

Twitter: @ComicsMastery

Comics Masterclass Spotlight e-newsletter: http://www.asauthors.org/scripts/cgiip. ... geId=10391

SUPPORTING SPONSORS AND STRATEGIC PARTNERS
We appreciate the support of CAL Cultural Fund, Jeffries Printing / Black House Comics, Supanova, SMASH! and Books Kinokuniya.

[Julie]

WIN A PROJECT / PORTFOLIO REVIEW WITH COLLEEN DORAN: GUIDELINES

Participants in the ASA Comics Masterclass to be held on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 November 2011 have a rare opportunity to win a private one-hour portfolio or project review with elite US comics industry professional and masterclass presenter Colleen Doran.

This opportunity is based on merit rather than luck. You must be booked into the event to be able to apply.

There will be two rounds in the process. The submissions are due by the end of October and will be assessed during the first week of November by a three-person panel consisting of ASA Comics / Graphic Novels Portfolio Holders Jozef Szekeres and Julie Ditrich, as well as Comics Masterclass Advisor / Consultant Tim McEwen who will shortlist the six best submissions.

Colleen Doran will decide the winner from the shortlist. The winner’s name will be announced at the event on Sunday afternoon. The review will take place after the Sunday session so if you are applying, please allow time in your schedule (especially if you’re an out-of-towner and have flights to catch) should you be the lucky winner. Also make sure you bring your complete portfolio or the expanded project proposal with you on the Sunday.

Submission Guidelines

(1) If you are presenting a portfolio then:

– Artists should include up to six pieces of published or unpublished comics artwork indicative of current ability and in any genre. This can include covers, concept sketches and the like but must contain interior sequential artwork of one scene (approximately two to four pages) within a larger work or short story.

– Writers should include up to six pages of published or unpublished wordless or lettered sequential art indicative of current ability and in any genre. It should include one scene (approximately two to four pages) within a larger work or short story.

Furthermore, both writers and artists should include a cover page which contains the following information: name, address, phone / fax, email and website details and a short bio that includes publishing credits.

(2) If you are presenting a project then:

– Artists should include a sequential art scene of three to six penciled pages (no lettering required) from an unpublished work. It should reflect your current ability, and reflect the direction of the feedback being sought (ie. what you would like most help with).

– Writers should include a comics script of a three to six page scene from an unpublished work. It should reflect your current ability, and reflect the direction of the feedback being sought (ie. what you would like most help with).

Furthermore, both writers and artists should include a cover page which contains the following information: name, address, phone / fax, email and website details and a short bio that includes publishing credits.

This should be accompanied by a one to two page project summary, which includes a synopsis, project description (page count, comics format, art style, genre, target market, production notes such as your vision on the packaging, as well as what you would specifically like to discuss with Colleen about the project and need most help with).

Teams of up to three people (eg. writer, artist and inker) may also apply for a project review, provided they are all registered for the masterclass and comply with the above submission criteria. If the team project is successful then the team will participate in the review session with Colleen.

Assessment Criteria

The submissions will be assessed on:
– Publishing potential
– Sequential art storytelling ability.

Where to Send Submissions

You can either:

(1) Email your submission to Laurine Croasdale: laurine@asauthors.org
or

(2) Mail your submission to:
Australian Society of Authors
Suite C1.06 22-36 Mountain St Ultimo NSW 2007

Deadline
5pm on Monday 31 October 2011

Further Information

Please direct queries to:

Julie Ditrich on (02) 9606 4728 or julie@blackmermaid.com
Laurine Croasdale on (02) 9211 1004 or laurine@asauthors.org

[Julie]

The Australian Society of Authors (ASA) is holding an Eckersley's Art Workshop for illustrators to demonstrate new materials and the latest techniques. There will also be an attractive discount on products purchased at the workshop. Comics creators are invited to attend.

When: Friday 30 March 2012
Where: Pinerolo Cottage, 116-120 Shipley Road, Blackheath NSW, Australia
Time: 10am to 12pm
Cost: $10
Bookings: Registration is essential. You can book online here: http://www.asauthors.org/scripts/cgiip. ... geId=10267 or call the ASA on 1800 257 121 or (02) 9211 1004.

Maximum 20 participants.

[Julie]

The Australian Society of Authors (ASA) has arranged an event that will gather the Australian arts community in order to raise funds for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. One word will be chosen and the participating artists will be asked to create art inspired by that word. The event is set to kick off in Melbourne on 14 March 2012 and will also be held in other States. Comics creators are invited to attend.

The ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) has come on board as our media partner and will be offering a work space and its foyers to exhibit the art. The objective is to promises to be a fun event with coverage for illustrators. Artwork will be featured on the ASA, ABC, ILF and Micador websites with a profile page on the Micador auction page.

DATES
Melbourne: Wednesday 14 March 2012
Perth: Wednesday 28 March 2012
Adelaide: Wednesday 11 April 2012
Brisbane: Thursday 26 April 2012
Canberra: Wednesday 9 May 2012
Hobart: Wednesday 23 May 2012
Darwin: Wednesday 6 June 2012
Sydney: Wednesday 20 June 2012

Times and venues to be announced – please check the website for updates or contact the ASA office.
Cost: ASA members $15
Bookings: Bookings essential – book online here http://www.asauthors.org/scripts/cgiip. ... geId=10267 or phone from within Australia on 1800 257 121 or (02) 9211 1004

Come and work alongside or with fellow artists, raise money for a great cause and enjoy the media coverage. Arty writers wishing to join the fun are also welcome.

Further information can be found on the ASA website: http://www.asauthors.org/scripts/cgiip. ... geId=10448

[AndreiB]

That sounds great Julie, lovely idea.
Are you able to let us know if ASA holds another "Creating Your Own eBook" seminar series in Melbourne for 2012? The first one sold out pretty fast.

[Julie]

Hi AndreiB
Talked to the ASA and found out it is in the process of negotiating another date for later in the year and will announce the details on the website and through the members' newsletter. The ASA currently has a full waiting list for that class so if you are interested you will need to get your name down! You can email Laurine Croasdale on: laurine@asauthors.org or call the office on (02) 9211 1004.

[Julie]

The ABC has requested some date changes for One Word One Day. They are now:

Perth 18/4/12, and
Brisbane 11/5/12.

[AndreiB]

Ah cheers for that Julie! I'll get in touch immediately.

[Julie]

ASA / SUPANOVA Professional Development Seminar 2012

Professional Friends with Benefits!

Want to know what other professional associations and friends of the Australian Society of Authors (ASA) can offer in the way of resources, legal advice, professional development and awards for comics creators?

One of the ASA Comics / Graphic Novels Portfolio objectives is to liaise and cross-pollinate ideas with like-minded Australian and overseas organisations whose focus is on the promotion of the comics art form. Consequently, we’ve formed professional friendships with two associations that can help comics creators achieve their goals.

The first is the Arts Law Centre of Australia, which is the national community legal centre for the arts. Established in 1983, it provides specialised legal and business advice, professional development resources, and advocacy for artists and arts organisations on a wide range of matters including contracts, copyright, defamation, business, and employment. Solicitor Jo Teng will speak about the how Arts Law can and has helped comics and graphic artists, the resources it provides, as well as a run-down of the most frequently asked questions, issues, and problems encountered by artists both in their practice and in fandom.

The second is the Australian Cartoonists’ Association (ACA), formerly known as the Australian Black and White Artists’ Club (ABWAC). It was formed in 1924 and is the world’s oldest professional cartoonist organisation. The ACA focuses on syndicated cartoons, copyright issues, public education and promotion to newspaper and magazine editors and publishers. Long time member and previous office holder Lindsay Foyle will talk about the comics format of comic / cartoon strips, and how the ACA offers professional development opportunities at its annual conference and the Stanley Awards—in particular the Award for Best Comic Book Artist. The ASA and the ACA will also highlight the new reciprocal membership benefits scheme that has been organised for members of each organisation.

About the Australian Society of Authors (ASA)
The ASA, which includes the Society of Book Illustrators (SOBI), is the peak professional association for Australian literary creators and has over 3000 members. The Comics/Graphic Novels Portfolio was formed in mid 2007, to provide industry support to Australian artists and writers currently working in the comics medium and, in particular, the graphic novel format. The portfolio now has over 100 members.

About the Speakers

Jo Teng (Arts Law Centre)
Jo Teng is an intellectual property lawyer with the Arts Law Centre of Australia. She holds a Bachelor of Law and Arts from the University of Western Australia, and a Masters of Law at the University of New South Wales specialising in media, communications and technology law. She provides specialist legal advice on a range of issues from copyright to YouTube and has a particular interest for the Internet and its impact on the arts.

Lindsay Foyle (ACA)
Lindsay Foyle started as a copyboy on the Daily Telegraph in 1959 and has worked in journalism ever since. He has also worked at The Bulletin (as art director and deputy editor), The Australian, and many other magazines and newspapers. He joined the ACA (ABWAC) in 1970, is a past president, and has written on cartooning for over 25 years. He helped establish the ACA Stanley Awards in 1985 and, since 2008, has been working as a freelance cartoonist and author on the history of Australian cartooning.

SYDNEY ONLY

Date: Saturday 16 June 2012
Time: 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Venue*: Madman Anime Area, The Dome, Sydney Olympic Park, Sydney.
Entry fee: There is no charge to attend the seminar. However, attendees must be exhibitors or hold a One Day Pass ($27.50 through FOXTIX or $30.00 at the door) or a Supafan Three Day Weekend Pass ($47.50 through FOXTIX or $55.00 at the door).
Bookings: FOXTIX BOOKINGS – 1300 111 369 or ticketsupport@foxtix.com.au or https://www.foxtix.com.au


* Please check the venue details in the printed Supanova event program (inserted in your show bag) in case of last minute venue changes.


Sponsored by Supanova and the Australian Society of Authors