In February, I made arrangements with my friend Tina and about 3-4 of her friends to go in together on a table at SPX (Small Press Expo) in Maryland. And, on March 30th, after a series of techinical difficulties, I learned that we got the table!! 
That means I’ll be exhibiting at SPX later this year on September 14th and 15th selling copies of my upcoming zines, plush toys, and whatnots with some wonderful company. Can’t wait!
＊If anyone has helpful advice about SPX, I would be eager to hear it. I’m trying to figure out how many zine copies, plush toys, and whatnots I’ll need to bring with me or ship by mail. What to do? ╰( ´◔ ω ◔ `)╯
Disclaimer: I do not own this image!!
In the meantime, I’m compiling a list of zine fests/expos I hope to attend and possibly exhibit at this year.
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August 31st & September 1st
San Francisco Zine Fest
Seems like a cute and fun event from what I can glean from their website. Plus, admission is free!
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September 14th & 15th
SPX (Small Press Expo), Maryland
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October 12th & 13th
APE (Alternative Press Expo), San Francisco
Related Posts: Plans for APE and Experience of APE.
As you may know, I attended APE last year — so I think I have a pretty good idea what it will be like. I have absolutely no idea about my chances of nabbing a half-table, but I did send in a form that apparently means they’ll inform me when tables go on sale. We’ll see what happens!!
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December 8th-ish
EBABZ Fest (East Bay Alternative Book and Zine Fest)
Related Post: Experience of the EBABZ Fest.
I attended this one too last year. It’s a pretty small space packed with rows and rows of tables. Might be fun!
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★ The Portfolio of G. E. Gallas, Writer & Illustrator
Questions, comments, or requests? gegallas@hotmail.com
Mission Statement
For as long as I can remember, I have been telling stories through words and images. I am a graduate of New York University: Gallatin School of Individualized Study, where I created my own major: a cross-cultural study of storytelling within film, literature, graphic novels, etc. In writing and illustration, I adapt this interdisciplinary approach, pursuing my diverse interests with in-depth research and imagination.
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Graphic Novels
The Poet and the Flea (Premiere: November 28th, 2012)
Read from the beginning here!
The First Reich (Coming soon!)
Children’s Books
Elias & the City of Cats
For more images, click here!
Figure Drawing
Mixed Media
Abstract Painting
Acrylic on Colored Paper
Costume Design
Three costumes from Cyrano de Bergerac
Paper Cutout
Cartoon
Colored in Adobe Photoshop
Created in ArtRage App
Animation
Coming soon!
Sketchbook
Markers
Pencil
Photography
For more photography, check out Plastic Journey on Vally and Odd Playground.
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As you may recall, I’ve just developed a new, little obsession with bats and that I’ve been considering developing a character called “Fluffernutter the Bat” [see post here]. Well, over the past few days, I’ve been working on some preliminary character designs for Fluffernutter!
These designs were facilitated by a recent purchase of a stylus for my iPad. Since then, I’ve been experimenting with 53′s Paper app and the Art Rage app (as seen in Mac commercials). I’ve also downloaded an animation app, and plan to experiment with Fluffernutter in motion!
Furthermore, I’m thinking of eventually designing a Fluffernutter t-shirt. So I definitely welcome any comments, feedback, or constructive criticism you may have.
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My most successful design so far…
Some additional designs…
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Portfolio
★ The Portfolio of G. E. Gallas, Writer & Illustrator
Questions, comments, or requests? gegallas@hotmail.com
Mission Statement
For as long as I can remember, I have been telling stories through words and images. I am a graduate of New York University: Gallatin School of Individualized Study, where I created my own major: a cross-cultural study of storytelling within film, literature, graphic novels, etc. In writing and illustration, I adapt this interdisciplinary approach, pursuing my diverse interests with in-depth research and imagination.
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(Click on images to enlarge.)
Graphic Novels
The Poet and the Flea (Premiere: November 28th, 2012)
Read from the beginning here!
The First Reich (Coming soon!)
Children’s Books
Elias & the City of Cats
For more images, click here!
Figure Drawing
Mixed Media
Abstract Painting
Acrylic on Colored Paper
Costume Design
Three costumes from Cyrano de Bergerac
Paper Cutout
Cartoon
Colored in Adobe Photoshop
Created in ArtRage App
Animation
Coming soon!
Sketchbook
Markers
Pencil
Photography
For more photography, check out Plastic Journey on Vally and Odd Playground.
***
For more updates, don’t forget to follow me on tumblr and/or twitter.
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Copyright 2012 by G. E. Gallas
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