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Artist Alley
Stop by Artist Alley to visit with these local artists and support their work.
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Artistic Dragon StudiosArtistic Dragon Studios specializes in anime/ manga. Addie Afable is an illustrator and instructor for anime workshops, and his wife Annie models for their art. They are staff artists in Anime Central and mainly draw Chibi Chubbies, caricatures of people, in artist alleys at anime conventions. If you see Addie and Annie in a convention or a workshop, get a Chibi Chubby commissioned!
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Tom BaconTom is a digital artist who's been in AAA gaming, graphic design and indie comics. He's become a pixel artist presenting retro neon worlds in his major project, "Below Earth."
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Justin CastanedaJustin Castaneda is a comic artist and children’s book creator from Chicago’s south side. He is the creator of the horror comic - picture book hybrid, The Murder Balloon, and the hardcover children’s book, HEART. He is also the co-creator of the hit all-ages indie comic, Wonder Care Presents: The Kinder Guardians with Victor Dandridge for Vantage InHouse Productions.
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Chalk GirlBeth Zwolski Tobias has been drawing since her mom placed a crayon in her hand. Also known as The Chalk Girl, she draws larger-than-life murals of comic book and pop culture characters with sidewalk chalk!
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Everything GamesWe cater to all types of gamers with a wide selection of the latest video games, trading card games, board games, and miniatures.
At Everything Games, we pride ourselves on creating a welcoming community space where enthusiasts can connect, compete, and discover new games. |
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Galactic CraftersGalactic Crafters is a collaborative art merchandise business run by two dedicated fangirls! We offer prints, stickers, keychains and more of both fandom and original designs.
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George GantGeorge Gant is a Ringo Award-Nominated and Glyph Comics Award-Winning cartoonist and illustrator. He is the creator of the syndicated comic strip Beware of Toddler. He has also illustrated projects for companies and publications such as The Beano, Ranger Rick Magazine, and more.
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Steve HortonSteve Horton is the New York Times bestselling writer of BOWIE: STARDUST, RAYGUNS & MOONAGE DAYDREAMS, winner of two Eisner Awards.
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The KaoThe Kao is Vincent Kao, a Taiwanese American illustrator and comic artist known for his slice-of-life web series, Mondo Mango, and the Prism Award-winning & GLAAD nominated webcomic, Magical Boy!
The Kao is always looking for new projects and creative opportunities, so feel free to contact him at [email protected] |
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Russell LissauRussell is a veteran comic book writer whose credits include BATMAN: WAR GAMES, THE BATMAN STRIKES and LITTLE EARTHQUAKES: THE GRAPHIC ALBUM. He's also a portrait artist, creating sketches of your favorite costumed heroes and villains. Visit him online.
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Trevor MuellerTrevor Mueller has people and places trapped in his head, and occasionally has to get them out into the world by "writing" about them. His projects include NEXUS POINT and RE-POSSESSED (Webtoon Originals), the multi-Harvey Award nominated ALBERT THE ALIEN, and stories in anthologies like READING WITH PICTURES (Andrews McMeel), KILLER QUEEN (Red Stylo Media), and AW YEAH COMICS. He has also self-published several other works including CONSUMER, BEYOND THE PILLARS, LOS OJOS, and THE WITCHES OF E WICK BLVD.
Trevor currently lives north of Chicago with his family; his cat, Waffles, might be planning for world domination. |
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Nerdy Creations StudioAlex Lissau's Nerdy Creations Studio is a haven for those who love to celebrate their favorite characters and stories through art. Specializing in Perler bead sprites, pillows, drawstring pouches, and necklaces with polymer clay charms, Alex's work is a testament to the power of fandom.
Whether you're looking for a unique gift for a friend or something special for yourself, Nerdy Creations Studio has something for every fan. |
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Raz OrtizChicago based illustrator. Raised by cartoons, music, and an incredible need to draw silly things. Concentrates on turning the cute in an illustration up to the maximum degree. Small prints, big prints, enamel pins. Follow on Instagram.
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Skulls & SketchesAshley Esper (Skulls & Sketches) is an illustrator whose work is inspired by classic cartoons, pop culture, and other general silliness. She's the creator of Ralphs, a comic series following a pair of lovable pups and their everyday hi-jinks.
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SunnySide ArtSunnySide Art is a Chicago-based Illustrator who combines her love for felines, food, and Japanese culture in her artwork. Her portfolio features nostalgic fan art, contemporary pieces infused with her heritage, and adorable cat illustrations.
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Steph StangaSteph Stanga is an Illustrator who currently dwells in Chicago, IL with her husband and two cats. She graduated with a BFA in Media Arts and Animation and has since been traveling the Midwest showing her work at various art shows or Comic-cons. Steph is inspired by nature, animals, animated movies and the fantasy genre overall.
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Jessi ZabarskyJessi Zabarsky is a cartoonist and illustrator living in Chicago. She makes comics about small journeys and big feelings, with queer themes and folksy environments. Her first two graphic novels, Witchlight and Coming Back, were published by Random House Graphic, and she’s previously worked with Czap Books, Iron Circus Comics, and Shortbox. She has stopped counting her house plants, because there are now far too many.
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LocationVernon Area Public Library
300 Olde Half Day Road Lincolnshire, IL 60069 |
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