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Enough Interest in CGC sending a witness to the PhxCon? Stan Lee McFarlane

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BrianR

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I got the email yesterday and if you look at the Website he now on the guest list. Here is a copy of the email:

 

 

Todd McFarlane returns to Phoenix Comicon!

 

Todd will be at Phoenix Comicon on Saturday and Sunday.

 

From budding baseball player to comic book artist extraordinaire to family man, Spawn creator Todd McFarlane has a wealth of experience in the world of entertainment.

 

Born in Canada in 1961, McFarlane's road trip to creative autonomy began when he accepted an assignment pencilling for Marvel/Epic Comics in March 1984. From there, he worked his way to the top of the talent roster before leaving Marvel to help found Image Comics with six other artists.

 

It was then that Todd introduced his own character, Spawn. The book's debut in 1992 sold an amazing 1.7 million copies, an unprecedented feat in independent comics. From there came a whirlwind of growth and expansion: more comics, action figures, film, animation and the Web.

 

In 1994, Todd founded McFarlane Toys, because he wanted to maintain maximum creative control over his Spawn character. Over the years, the company has become one of the largest, most renowned toy manufacturers in the world. In addition to Spawn, McFarlane Toys has produced figures from such properties as KISS, Shrek, X-Files, Austin Powers, Metal Gear Solid, Clive Barker, Akira, the Beatles, Army of Darkness, Jaws, Rob Zombie, Alien, Predator, AC/DC and dozens of others.

 

Todd still has a passion for sports - he grew up wanting to be a professional baseball player -- but the fact that McFarlane Toys currently has the official rights to produce action figures of professional football, baseball, hockey and basketball players helps scratch that itch. McFarlane also had a minority interest in the ownership of the Edmonton Oilers hockey club and owns the McFarlane Collection of home run baseballs from the 1998 Mark McGwire-Sammy Sosa race, including McGwire's $3 million #70 ball.

 

Today, McFarlane, his wife, Wanda, and their three children reside in Arizona, where Todd maintains a happily hectic balance between his family and all his interests (sports, film, comics, action figures).

 

http://www.spawn.com

 

Stan Lee here for only 5 hours Sunday!

 

Stan “The Man” Lee, whose legendary comic book career has spanned over 60 years, is the creative mind behind many of the biggest names in the comic book universe, including co-creating Iron Man, Spider-Man, the X-Men, the Hulk, Thor and numerous others, and his body of work is far and away the most extensive in the history of comic books. At 87 years of age, Stan Lee is more active than ever with an unmatched career as a Writer, Editor, Publisher, Producer, and Actor.

 

Stan Lee will be attending Sunday of our convention. He will be signing autographs, posing for photographs, and engaging in a one hour Q&A. A complete schedule will be posted once confirmed.

 

Says our Director Matt Solberg, "Stan Lee's appearance is for all those who have supported us over the years, and for those who believe like we do that with great conventions comes great guests. We are one big happy geek family, and as Stan Lee is the Godfather of modern comics and geek-dom join us in welcoming him to the valley of the sun."

 

Autograph registration for Stan Lee's SUNDAY ONLY signing.

 

Limit three (3) registrations per person, each registration entitles you to one (1) autograph from Stan "The Man" Lee.

 

After purchase, you will be sent a confirmation email with a unique paypal code. Print out the confirmation number and bring it along with your matching photo ID to the Phoenix Comicon to check-in and receive your on-site autograph pass.

 

The table location to redeem your onsite pass will be announced on our website and emailed to everyone by May 16th.

 

You will be assigned a time slot for signing - this time will be e-mailed to you in advance so you can plan ahead and know when to show up for your autographs. This ensures that there is a set number of people per signing and everyone gets a chance to get their items signed in an orderly fashion. There will be no photos available during the signing times, there will be a separate photo opportunity with Stan Lee at the show.

 

All information will be e-mailed to you by May 16th. Thank you!

 

Purchase your Special Registrations for Stan Lee before they sell out!

 

 

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Joel Elad

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Last year, they gave out tickets because McFarlane was only scheduled for 1 signing on Saturday for approximately 2 hours. Each ticket allowed a person to get 2 signatures, and this allowed the con to make sure a number of people got a chance for a signature. (To my knowledge, Todd has never charged for his signature) They ended up giving out more tickets as Todd blazed through the line quicker than expected.

 

If Todd is planning to be there Saturday and Sunday this year, like the website states, the convention may choose a different method of crowd control. I am sure there will definitely be a limit per person, probably 1 or 2 per person, but maybe Todd will do more signings, or do unannounced signings or something. It should be interesting...

 

My recommendation... fly in some East Coast "former witnesses" that Todd seems to adore and sign endlessly for. (You know who you are) :)

 

Of course, this needs to get approved as a CGC event first...

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Turtle

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Stan Lee is $50.00 per auto limit 3

I believe Mcfarlane is free.

 

dang why aren't all his signings this cheap?!

 

 

???

 

They are. The this is about his typical rate. If you're referring to the opportunities posted here on the boards, don't forget those include grading, shipping, insurance, and prep work. (thumbs u

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NIGHTCRAWLER

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Stan Lee is $50.00 per auto limit 3

I believe Mcfarlane is free.

 

dang why aren't all his signings this cheap?!

 

 

???

 

They are. The this is about his typical rate. If you're referring to the opportunities posted here on the boards, don't forget those include grading, shipping, insurance, and prep work. (thumbs u

 

hm:headbang:

 

 

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BrianR

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Things are looking up while there is nothing set in stone and no official announcement/ approval has been made. It looks like CGC may be going to the PhxCon for the Todd and Stan signings.

 

Stay tuned...

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