Fwd: SPX 2017 Announces Learn to Draw Comics Workshops

SPX 2017 - Signup Now to Learn to Draw from the Pros! SPX is pleased to announce a series of comic book making workshops, featuring hands-on instruction from some of the most talented makers of independent comics. The workshops will occur Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17 at SPX 2017. Educator Frank Santoro and his Comics Workbook school will host the legendary Gilbert Hernandez, along with Alexis Ziritt and other masters of the form while they discuss their comic book making process and share their knowledge. Participants will have the opportunity to hone their storytelling and drawing skills – whether they are a beginner or expert. The complete schedule of Comics Workshop sessions can be found on the SPX web site. Sign up here for a session (or two) to Learn to Draw Comic from the Pros! Confirmation emails will be sent out Tuesday  September 12. All workshops will be held in the Glen Echo rooms downstairs at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center, right across from the White Flint Metro stop on the Red Line. You must have an Attendee badge to participate. Admission to SPX 2017 is $15 Saturday, $10 Sunday and $20 both days. Admission gets you into the class, the Exhibitor Hall with over 680 creators selling the finest in indie comics, mini-comics, graphic novels, posters and other cool stuff. Walk-ins will be welcome, however, space permitting. Seating to all sessions are limited to 50 people. LOCATION: Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center 5701 Marinelli Road Rockville, Maryland 20852 METRO STOP: White Flint Station on the Red Line