Steranko to Hold Storytelling Workship

To highlight his personal appearance at the Big Apple National Con - Nov 17-18 at Manhattan's Penn Plaza Pavilion - comics icon JIM STERANKO has agreed to hold a MARATHON WORKSHOP spotlighting his internationally-celebrated specialty: MASTERING NARRATIVE TECHNIQUE. Voted by Wizard as the Fifth Most Influential Artist in comics' history, Steranko will reveal a host of spectacular storytelling techniques, tricks, and theories _from the basics to the ultra-sophisticated‹which he promises will enhance every attendee's understanding of the complex comics medium, fans and pros alike.

'This may be the last of my public seminars,' says Steranko, who has only heralded such ground-breaking how-to events once in every ten or more years. 'The National is such an important show, and one I've supported since it began under Mike Carbonaro's guidance, that it warrants this kind of special effort. Everyone interested in comics, film, animation, and electronic games will find an infinitely deeper comprehension about the architecture of narrative art and I'm talking about practical and efficient material that will expand the vision and experience of everyone ready, willing, and able to spend an afternoon with me.'

Steranko will be articulating many of the more than 100 narrative devices and techniques he developed during his career, from his SHIELD, X-MEN, and CAPTAIN AMERICA books to his film collaborations with Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, and Francis Coppola, which include DRACULA and RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK. The four-hour workshop will provide an extraordinary behind-the-scenes look at the creative process by one of America's premiere pop-culture legends. Attendance will be limited and early registration is recommended. Email thebigapplecon@yahoo.com or call 201-865-3288 for availability.

Every workshop attendee will receive a FREE Vanguard Steranko collectors item.