Come meet some of the world's most celebrated graphic novelists and comic book artists across a full week-end of conversations, masterclasses, screenings, book signings, parties, and workshops featuring Barry Blitt, Aleksi Briclot, the Brizzi Brothers, Delaf, Anita Kunz, Loui, Françoise Mouly, Peter de Seve, Adrian Tomine, and more.

Schedule of Events:

11:00 am - 7:00 pm: Artist Alley and Bookstore

Throughout the weekend, Tinker Auditorium will feature a pop-up Comic Arts Fest Book Fair: a hub for book signings, meetings with authors, as well as exclusive books and merchandise for sale. Food and beverages will also be available.

Location: Tinker Auditorium, 55 East 59th Street New York, NY

10:15 am: The Fox-Badger Family

Screening of four episodes of the series The Fox-Badger Family, Season 2

Dir. Florian Ferrier, 2022, France, 50min (4 episodes of 12 minutes each)
In English
Recommended Age: 3+

Adapted from the French comic book series, The Fox-Badger Family (La Famille Blaireau-renard) follows the charming and heartwarming tale of Edmund the badger, who marries a beautiful fox named Margaret, blending their two families into one harmonious and lively home. Together with their children-Edmund's twin sons Woodsy and Scoutbadger, his baby daughter Berry, and Margaret's daughter Rosie-they navigate the ups and downs of family life, learning to adapt, love, and grow together in their shared burrow.

Location: Florence Gould Theater, L'Alliance New York, 55 East 59th Street, New York, NY

11:00 am: Aleksi Briclot: My Journey with Marvel Studios

60min - In English

In this first exclusive masterclass, graphic artist and illustrator Aleksi Briclot shares the journey that led him to join Marvel Studios. Through visual storytelling, Briclot will dive into the world of concept art, covering character and creature design, as well as keyframe illustration while showcasing numerous examples of his work. He will walk through his transition from creating concept art to working in design studios to breaking into the film industry.

Aleksi Briclot has been a concept artist for Marvel Comics since 2010, and a major talent in cover art for such titles as X-Men, Stranger Things, and The Avengers. A graphic designer and illustrator for a host of fantasy comic books and games, he was named one of the "100 favorite artists" in the fantasy genre by Imagine FX magazine. On the occasion of his first monograph release in the U.S.-Multiverse: The Art of Aleksi Briclot-Briclot details his creative process, inspirations, and diverse experience with the form.

Location: Le Skyroom, Skyroom, L'Alliance New York, 22 East 60th Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY

1:30 pm: The Return of the Iconic Gaston Lagaffe

75min - In English

Originally created in 1957 by Belgian cartoonist Andre Franquin, the beloved comic strip character Gaston Lagaffe returned triumphantly in 2023 with Gaston 22: Le Retour de Lagaffe! Newly penned by Quebecois comic artist Delaf (best known for his children's series Les Nombrils), this delightful book was the first new adventure of Gaston since 2007. In this conversation, Delaf offers firsthand insight into Franquin, his legacy, and the process of recreating one of the French-speaking world's most beloved characters.

Location: Le Skyroom, Skyroom, L'Alliance New York, 22 East 60th Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY

3:30 pm: How to Become a Mangaka

75min - In English

Join French-Ghanaian manga artist Loui, creator of Redflower for an exclusive masterclass. Originally from Ghana, Loui moved to France to pursue his dream of becoming a mangaka. He started with self-publishing, learning the industry from the ground up before finding his own path to professional publishing. Discover the essential skills, creative process, and industry insights needed to become a professional mangaka. Perfect for aspiring artists and manga enthusiasts!

Location: Haskell Library, Haskell Library, 22 East 60th Street 2nd Floor, New York,, NY

4:00 pm: The Brizzi Brothers' Journey

Join Paul and Gaetan Brizzi, legends of the animation world since their first feature in 1984, Asterix et la Surprise de Cesar, in celebrating the US release of their latest graphic novel, Dante's Inferno (L'Enfer de Dante), a lush adaptation of the 14th century poem The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri. Former co-directors of Walt Disney Studios France and winners of numerous awards for their animation work-which includes Disney's The Hunchback of Notre Dame and Fantasia 2000-the brothers turned to writing graphic novels in 2014, and have since created beautiful adaptations of literary classics, from Don Quixote to The Phantom of the Opera.

Location: Le Skyroom, Skyroom, L'Alliance New York, 22 East 60th Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY

7:00 pm: Frank Miller: american Genius

Dir Silenn Thomas, 2024, U.S., 109min
In English

Released in 2024, Frank Miller: american Genius documents the unique journey of an unparalleled american artist. Made for his fans following Miller's near-death experience, the film explores the half-century career of the legendary comic book artist and writer, from his small-town beginnings in Vermont to New York City, Hollywood, and beyond.

Location: Florence Gould Theater, L'Alliance New York, 55 East 59th Street, New York, NY

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