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Follow on Google News | More Than 270 Superstar Creators Making Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con Their Canvas Fri.-Sun.Ramos, Cheung, Suydam, Sienkiewicz, Horn, Jimenez, Jones, Grell Among 270+ International, National and Local Artists and Writers On Hand Friday Through Sunday At Pennsylvania Convention Center
By: Jerry Milani What makes this gathering especially unique for Comic Con fans is the massive international presence, unmatched by any previous events. These include extremely rare U.S. appearances from greats like Carlos Pacheco (Spain), Mick Oosterveer (Denmark), Humberto Ramos (Mexico), Doug Braithwaite (England), Edgar Delgado “Pato” (Mexico), Francisco Herrera (Mexico) and more. The creators will be on hand to meet fans, sign autographs and sketch. Many Greater Philadelphia- “This weekend we have gathered Philadelphia Comic Con's most diverse and talented group of creators ever,” said Gareb Shamus, Wizard World CEO. “It's another example of how Wizard World continues to bring the best and brightest in the comics industry to the fans.” Among the other popular artists fans will want to meet are Jim Cheung (“Avengers,” In all, more than 20 artists who have worked on the “Green Lantern” franchise are scheduled to appear, This Green Lantern Celebration includes such greats as Ethan Van Sciver, Tyler Kirkham and Shane Davis – perfect timing with the feature film releasing in theaters this weekend. Philadelphia Comic Con programming includes two “Green Lantern” themed panels as well as several “Wizard Art School” sessions featuring top creators and others highlighting various aspects of the industry. Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con, now in its 11th year, will bring together thousands of fans of all ages and dozens of celebrities and industry professionals to celebrate the best in pop culture, movies, comics, toys, video gaming, television, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. Among the most popular celebrities scheduled to attend are Bruce Campbell, Adam Baldwin, Bill Goldberg, Pam Grier, Vivica A. Fox, Julie Benz and Billy Dee Williams. Philadelphia Comic Con is the sixth stop on Wizard World's 2011 North American tour. Hours are Friday, noon - 8 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tickets are available in advance online at http://www.wizardworld.com/ # # # Wizard World, Inc. 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. End
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