DiNK Programming and Events
Workshops, Panel Discussions, Adult Coloring Sessions and a chance to get messy in unique DIY sessions, DiNK takes pride in scheduling a well rounded series with a slant towards on hot-button social topics, politics and more. Sophisticated yet never dull, DiNK sources talent that has both wit and grit, with concepts ranging from social justice to the antisocial and everything in between.
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04/13/2019 :: 03:30 pm Building a Cinematic Universe After School: Tomorrow Maker Film04/13/2019, 03:30 pm What do middle schoolers do after school? Some kids play sports, some play Fortnite, some get lost on SnapChat while some produce and star in feature length Sci Fi films. Enter The Tomorrow Makers: A student run film production company based out of Denver and Commerce City. The Tomorrow Makers are proof that you can do a lot with a little bit. They do it all: from making costumes, shooting a battle scenes with over 60 extras in a street, to creating their own merch and marketing campaigns! In this panel the students/ actors and writer director Marcos Garibay will talk about their creative process, inspiration, the bumps in the road and how they overcome them and take some Q/A. Additionally, the world premier of the brand new trailer for The Tomorrow Makers Volume One will be take place during this panel! Moderators: Marcos Garibay -
04/13/2019 :: 12:30 pm SPOTLIGHT: Keith Knight: Red, White, Black and Blue: Why America Keeps Punching Itself in the Face When It Comes To Race04/13/2019, 12:30 pm Using comics, story-telling, statistics, and common-sense, Knight makes the case for racial-illiteracy being America's biggest problem, and what we all can do to solve it. The slideshow has been a hit at universities, libraries, comic cons and high schools worldwide. Moderators: Keith Knight
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04/13/2019 :: 01:30 pm Aging vs Evolving: Character Development in Narrative Worlds04/13/2019, 01:30 pm Join Bill Amend of Foxtrot, Larry Marder of Bean World, and Richard & Wendy Pini of ElfQuest as they discuss the difference between aging versus evolving characters. Moderators: Jon Price
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04/13/2019 :: 03:30 pm SPOTLIGHT: Faith Erin Hicks: How I Make Comics, How You Can Make Comics04/13/2019, 03:30 pm Eisner Award winning cartoonist Faith Erin Hicks talks about the process behind creating a graphic novel, from initial idea to sending finished comic pages off to her publisher. She'll also trace her career from doodling comics in grade 1 to drawing webcomics in college to becoming a published author, and provide tips and encouragement for drawing your very own comics. There will also be a brief drawing demonstration. Moderators: Faith Erin Hicks
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04/13/2019 :: 12:30 pm PLZ RT04/13/2019, 12:30 pm Social media is a part of everyone’s lives these days, but for comic creators, it can function as more than a simple communication tool. From self-promotion, marketing, and brand-building to directly disseminating one’s art, Instagram, Twitter, and other such platforms are now an integral part of a cartoonist’s career. But while it can give artists one more avenue to engage in a community, the pressure to build a fanbase can also be overwhelming or lead to trolling and harassment. Is it a necessity to have an online presence in the 21st century? A diverse panel of artists will explore what social media means for a cartoonist’s success and integrity. Moderators: Ally Shwed
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04/13/2019 :: 05:45 pm Art as a Means for Processing Trauma04/13/2019, 05:45 pm In this panel, panelists will discuss how to turn a personal trauma (religious abuse, domestic abuse, etc.) into an artistic narrative, and which medium your story would best be translated into. Presented with Amanda E.K. and Josiah Hesse of Suspect Press and Bianca Mikhan. Moderators: Amanda E. K.
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04/13/2019 :: 05:30 pm Presented by Random House Graphic: The Do's and Don'ts of Pitching Your Project04/13/2019, 05:30 pm Learn the do’s and don’ts of pitching your projects to publishers of all sizes. Explore best practices and how to get the most engagement from the team you’re pitching to and how to keep an eye on the trends.Presented by Random House Graphic with Sina Grace and Melanie Gillman. Moderators: Whitney Leopard
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04/14/2019 :: 12:30 pm Presented by Random House Graphic: Getting Published: What You Need to Know04/14/2019, 12:30 pm Learning what to expect from a publisher once your project is greenlit. This covers everything from working with a team (editor, designer, marketing person) to what a real timeline looks like from creation to on-sale for your book. Presented by Random House Graphic with Jorge Corona and Liz Prince. Moderators: Whitney Leopard
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04/14/2019 :: 03:30 pm A Closer Look at Bakshi's "Last Days of Coney Island" (2015)04/14/2019, 03:30 pm Take a closer look at Bakshi's most recent short, Last Days of Coney Island (2015). LDCI was crowdfunded in 2013 on kickstarter.com. With a small team of animators, Bakshi set out to create a 22 minute short film about the seedy characters that inhabited the more run-down parts of Coney Island in the 1960s. The panel will delve into the art style of the film - how Ralph created his patchwork, collage style backgrounds and matched them with even sketchier animated characters. Moderated by Producer, Edward Bakshi this panel will include Editor, Zac Wittstruck, and Voice Actor, Omar Jones. Moderators: Edward Bakshi
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04/13/2019 :: 04:30 pm Moving into the Mainstream: The Transition from Indie to Large Scale Publishing04/13/2019, 04:30 pm Join panelists Amy Reeder, Jorge Corona, Alex DeCampi, and Zach Howard a they discuss their transition from making indie comics to publishing their works with large scale printers. Moderated by Jon Price. Moderators: Jon Price
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04/13/2019 :: 05:30 pm SPOTLIGHT: Liz Climo: The Joys and Challenges of Anthropomorphizing Animals04/13/2019, 05:30 pm Join the talented Liz Climo as she discusses the creative process of her endearing works! Moderated by Jon Price. Moderators: Jon Price
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04/13/2019 :: 01:30 pm Representation: Expressing Identity Through Indie Art04/13/2019, 01:30 pm Join panelists Kelly Shortandqueer, Keef Cross, Melanie Gillman, John G, and Lawrence Lindell as they discuss the representation of identity in their work and in the work of others. Moderated by Kelly Shortandqueer. Moderators: Kelly Shortandqueer
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04/13/2019 :: 02:30 pm 50 years of Independent Filmmaking; from the Streets to Fantasy, The films of Bakshi04/13/2019, 02:30 pm Join us for a live skype with legendary animator Ralph Bakshi from his home in New Mexico. In this panel we will discuss Bakshi's love of independent, adult-oriented animation, and his experiences creating groundbreaking films over the last 50 years. Moderated by John Wenzel of the Denver post. Moderators: John Wenzel
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04/13/2019 :: 02:30 pm ARMBAR! The Wrestling Comics Panel of 1004 Holds!04/13/2019, 02:30 pm Come join Doodle Fights Championship Zak Kinsella along with special guests Box Brown, Mario Gonzales, and Gerhard Kaaihue wrestle their way around a conversation about why pro-wrestling kicks a$$! Moderators: Zak Kinsella
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04/13/2019 :: 04:30 pm Opening Closed Minds: Comic Activism04/13/2019, 04:30 pm Join panelists Alan Brooks, Larry Marder, Denis Kitchen, Ally Shwed, and Lawrence Lindell as they discuss how comics can be used to solidify beliefs the reader already has or challenge a reader to change their mind. Moderated by R. Alan Brooks. Moderators: R. Alan Brooks
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04/13/2019 :: 12:45 pm WORKSHOP: What's the Difference? Writing Comics vs Prose04/13/2019, 12:45 pm Comic book scripting has its own specific list of requirements, which makes it very different from other types of writing. So, what are the basics that you need to know before you write your own comics script? Join us and find out! Moderators: R. Alan Brooks
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04/13/2019 :: 01:45 pm WORKSHOP: Tinto Press presents Making Your Comics Print Ready04/13/2019, 01:45 pm Tinto Press presents Making Your Comics Print Ready. In this 45 minute workshop, you'll learn tips and tricks from local publisher, Ted Intorcio. Moderators: Ted Intorcio
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04/13/2019 :: 02:45 pm The Calvin and Hobbes Game Show!04/13/2019, 02:45 pm Prizes! Raffles! Oh my! Get in on the action with this interactive quiz game show featuring comic favorite's Calvin and Hobbes. Hosted by local artist Jeff Washenberger along with Thane Benson and Jennifer Abel. Moderators: Jeff Washenberger
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04/13/2019 :: 03:45 pm Worldbuilding Across All Mediums of Narrative Story Telling04/13/2019, 03:45 pm Creators from different mediums come together to discuss their techniques for world building in narrative story telling! Panelists include Z with Serenity Forge Gaming, Dylan Edwards, Ben Wander, Brian Essig Peppard, and Team Ash. Moderators: Z
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04/13/2019 :: 01:00 pm WORKSHOP: Moody Ink Wash Workshop04/13/2019, 01:00 pm Join artist Kelsi Jo Silva as she walks participants through her techniques for creating moody watercolor scenes for your comic creations! Moderators: Kelsi Jo Silva
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04/13/2019 :: 04:45 pm The Center for Cartoon Studies Alumni Roundtable04/13/2019, 04:45 pm Learn about the programs offered at the Center for Cartoon Studies (CCS) through a discussion with three of its distinguished alumni who are exhibiting at DiNK this year. CCS's Director of Academic Outreach, Alec Longstreth, will moderate this roundtable with Anna Sellheim ('16), Bridget Comeau ('15), and Melanie Gillman ('12). Is it worth it going to school to study comics? What kind of career opportunities are available with an MFA in comics? These questions and many more will be explored! Moderators: Alec Longstreth
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04/13/2019 :: 02:00 pm KIDS WORKSHOP: Let's Make a Monster04/13/2019, 02:00 pm This interactive workshop is perfect for kids and adults alike! Artist Oi Bob Parks leads this fun group exercise to create a monster! Moderators: Oi Bob Parks
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04/13/2019 :: 03:00 pm WORKSHOP: Thinking Outside the Canvas: Illustration on Wood04/13/2019, 03:00 pm Join local creator Dan Crosier as he walks participants through illustrating on wood. Moderators: Dan Crosier
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04/13/2019 :: 04:00 pm WORKSHOP: Creating Feminist Zines with the Denver Zine Library04/13/2019, 04:00 pm Presented by the Denver Zine Library, join Hana Zittel to learn about the background of zines while creating your own! Moderators: Hana Zittel
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04/14/2019 :: 11:00 am Travis, Travis, and Me: Q & A04/14/2019, 11:00 am Join us for a conversation with Travis McElroy of My Brother, My Brother, and Me and The Adventure Zone as he talks about D&D, being a podcaster, and other cool sh!t! This free panel is included in your DiNK ticket! Moderators: Travis McElroy
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04/14/2019 :: 12:00 pm Cartooning is Serious Business: How to Make a Living Drawing Cartoons04/14/2019, 12:00 pm Listen to professionals in the field talk about their experience making a living as an artist. Hosted by Keith Knight. Moderators: Keith Knight
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04/14/2019 :: 01:00 pm Black Listed: Dealing with Trolls and the First Amendment04/14/2019, 01:00 pm Join panelists Alex DeCampi, Jim Norris, Sina Grace, and Larry Marder as they discuss their experience dealing with online trolls, being blacklisted, and navigating the First Amendment. Moderated with Jon Price. Moderators: Jon Price
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04/14/2019 :: 02:00 pm SPOTLIGHT: Josh Frank's A Day with Dali and the Marx Brothers04/14/2019, 02:00 pm "A day with Dali and the Marx Brothers” Join Josh Frank in this fun one-man mini show about the journey to bring a lost Marx Brothers Movie written by Salvador Dali into the world. Moderators: Josh Frank
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04/14/2019 :: 03:00 pm Third Annual DiNK Dog Cosplay04/14/2019, 03:00 pm There may be imitators! But this is the only official Dog Cosplay! Join Third Annual DiNK Dog Cosplay! Register your pup online! Moderators: Suzanne Slade and Jeff LaGreca
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04/14/2019 :: 04:00 pm
SPOTLIGHT: Use of Indigenous Culture and Social Justice in ElfQuest.04/14/2019, 04:00 pm Join the World Famous Richard and Wendy Pini as they discussed their world-building of ElfQuest utilizing indigenous culture and social justice. Moderated by Kristina Bad Hand. Moderators: Kristina Bad Hand -
04/14/2019 :: 01:30 pm
WORKSHOP: Tinto Press presents Designing Your Comics with a Grid04/14/2019, 01:30 pm Presented by local publisher Tinto Press, learn about designing your comics with a grid in mind. Moderated by Ted Intorcio. Moderators: Ted Intorcio -
04/14/2019 :: 04:30 pm
Navigating & Redressing Toxic Masculinity04/14/2019, 04:30 pm Join panelists Zak Kinsella, Ally Shwed, Adri Dylan, and Sina Grace as a follow-up conversation from last year's Toxic Masculinity. Moderated by Zak Kinsella. Moderators: Zak Kinsella -
04/14/2019 :: 12:45 pm
Fun for All Ages: Creating Content in an Adult-Oriented Industry04/14/2019, 12:45 pm Join panelists Dan Crosier, Elisa Sargent, Alec Longstreth, Faith Erin Hicks, and Chad Sell to discuss creating all-ages content in an adult-oriented industry. Moderated by Dan Crosier. Moderators: Dan Crosier -
04/14/2019 :: 01:45 pm
WORKSHOP: Hellboy Inking Demo with Zach Howard04/14/2019, 01:45 pm Learn from the best! Zack Howard walks through his process for inking Hellboy! Moderators: Zack Howard -
04/14/2019 :: 03:00 pm
KIDS WORKSHOP: PIRATES AND DRAGONS with Aaron Renier and Alec Longstreth04/14/2019, 03:00 pm Join Alec Longstreth and Aaron Reiner in this fun, interactive kids workshop! Moderators: Alec Longstreth -
04/14/2019 :: 12:00 pm
Shoes off, Please! Live @ DiNK Comic & Art Expo04/14/2019, 12:00 pm Watch Podcaster Demi Harvey in their DiNK Edition of Shoes Off, Please! to highlight womxn, femme, and non-binary creatives and trailblazers doing cool things for their communities. Moderators: Demi Harvey -
04/14/2019 :: 04:45 pm
Presented by COFOH Masters of Horror: The Darker Tales of Comics04/14/2019, 04:45 pm Presented by the Colorado Festival of Horror, join panelists Daniel Crosier, Kevin Gentlecore. Marie Enger, and Tyler Crook in a discussion about creating horror comics. Moderators: Dan Crosier -
04/14/2019 :: 03:45 pm
Getting It DONE: How Do I Know When It's Finished04/14/2019, 03:45 pm How do I know when it's done? Join panelists R. Alan Brooks, Jorge Corona, Adri Norris, Cachet Whitman, and Dailen Ogden to discuss their process on getting their projects done! Moderators: R. Alan Brooks
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