About this convention the midwest comic book association mcba. We are dedicated to presenting fun, comicsfirst, affordable comic book conventions in a safe, familyfriendly environment, featuring the best of the midwest and beyond. Not only if is my home turf and a vibrant and inclusive community of comic creators and fans, but it was the first convention i ever exhibited at, and the con i was first treated like a professional so many years ago. Every spring and fall you can count on the midwest comic book association to celebrate the world of comics and pop culture. They generously give of their time and talents, and help to make our springcon and fallcon shows the highlights of every year for comic lovers in the upper. Midwest comic books has designed a solid crystal clear acrylic box holder for the average comic book collector. Artist statement through the use of illustration and comic book art, my body of work tends to focus on the ideas of identity exploration,feminism and mental health. Well, i had a great time at fallcon two days ago, especially since i actually had a table. The allvolunteer run midwest comic book association presents. First up is a set of sketch cards done for the midwest comic book association to celebrate their 20th anniversary. Ive been contributing artwork to conventions for a really long time. Comic art gallery of midwest comic book association mcba at. Fallcon 2009 put on by the midwest comic book association at the state fair grounds. Twentyfour shows is a long time for any convention so if youre in the area this may be a great way to.
Including original artwork, sketches, and unique collectibles. Midwest comic book association midwest comic book association. The mcba is an allvolunteer, notforprofit fanbased group hosting a twice yearly comic book convention in minneapolissaint paul for over 30 years. This year comic book fans, cosplayers, roller derby girls, vendors, and droves of parents and their costumed kids gathered for the fallcon expo, hosted by. Comic art gallery of midwest comic book association mcba. Sep 29, 2019 im going to be at fallcon 2019 this saturday, oct. Mcba fallcon comic book party october 2014 convention scene. The midwest comic book association is hosting the 24th annual fallcon comic book party at the minnesota state fairgrounds on saturday october 6, 2012, 10 a. Fallcon is a yearly show put on by the midwest comic book association. The midwest comic book association fallcon comic book convention will be from 10 a. Celebrating geek culture in the midwest at fallcon 2012. I feel the companies that offer only that form of encapsulation do a good job but many people own newer, highergrade comics that may. Fallcon will take place at the minnesota state fairgrounds, in the education building, at. Jul 01, 2008 first up is a set of sketch cards done for the midwest comic book association to celebrate their 20th anniversary.
Fallcon takes place each october and was the first comic convention i attended as a guest which was waaaaay back in 2002ish. Neighborhood events washington county tour arcola mills. The annual comic book convention, organized by the midwest comic book association, invades the minnesota. Holcomb and he started buying comics when he was about 10 years old. Fallcon 2004 comic book convention part 1 of 4 youtube.
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The midwest comic book association mcba is pleased to announce that the 23rd annual mcba fallcon comic book party aka the one day. Fallcon will take place at the minnesota state fairgrounds, in the education building, at 72. Speaking of jewelry, i bet you could pick up a wonder woman pin, or a superman belt buckle at fallcon, the annual twoday comic book convention put on by the midwest comic book association. All of us, the volunteers of the midwest comic book association, want to thank each and every one of the creators who have supported us over the past 26 years and into the future. Oct 05, 2019 mcba fallcon is a premier regional comic convention related to popular culture industry which is set to start on 05 october 2019, saturday in st. They treat their guests well and im happy to do the little bit. Paul, mn, united states, and organized by midwest comic book association. Midwest comic book association fallcon scheduled for october. Nobody really cares if you dont go to the party tiny boxes. This years fallcon will be on october 10th at the education building at the minnesota state fair grounds. This year is the 20th anniversary, so its being moved from its regular digs in the education building to the grandstand. They treat their guests well and im happy to do the little bit of extra work for them with these cards.
Msp fall con will display products like comic books, mediabased products. Yesterday was fallcon, the comic convention put on by the fine people at the midwest comic book association. The mcba runs the fabulous fallcon up in minneapolis, mn. However, we also desired to offer comic books lovers, collectors, buyers and sellers lower cost options to just hard shell grading. The one day wonder that is fall comicon will be 480 minutes of comic book. Postiglione was a driving force behind the midwest comic book association, which hosts two annual conventions fallcon and springcon in the twin cities each year. It is a 2 day event organised by midwest comic book association mcba and. Its a one day show that attracts a lot of guests, dealers and fans from all over the midwest. Mcba fallcon is a premier regional comic convention related to popular culture industry which is set to start on 05 october 2019, saturday in st. Midwest comic book association fallcon scheduled for october saint paul. Put on by the midwest comic book association at the state fair grounds. She maintained the majority of the desk furniture white to provide the space a bright, ventilated feel, yet did take care of to consist of some color with the addition of plants, blossoms, clipboards, and a light fixture. The midwest comic book association is holding its 2014 springcon on saturday and sunday. Oct 05, 2012 the autumn cool means one thing for comic book fans in the twin cities.
Minneapolis metblogs fallcon comic book convention. At these one day events you can find a variety of comics and related collectibles such as action figures, non sports cards. Midwest comic grading mcg came into existence as the grading unit of midwest comic books mcb. Everfest is the webs fastest growing festival community. The autumn cool means one thing for comic book fans in the twin cities. Oct 17, 2012 this year comic book fans, cosplayers, roller derby girls, vendors, and droves of parents and their costumed kids gathered for the fallcon expo, hosted by the midwest comic book association mcba. Apr 19, 2020 well, i had a great time at fallcon two days ago, especially since i actually had a table. Please buy the comics and take them home before reading them you will not get stepped on. Mcba fallcon comic book party october 2011 mncba october 20, 2010. Mcba fallcon is a premier regional comic convention related to popular culture industry which is set to start on 05 october 2019, saturday in.
Saturday and sunday at the minnesota state fairgrounds, education building. Here is the current listing of small one day comic shows in the midwest, along with a few bigger ones. Date format mmddyyyy 10042014 about this convention the midwest comic book association mcba is pleased to announce that the 27th annual mcba fallcon comic book party aka the one day wonder. Midwest comic books fans is an organization for comic book fans run by comic book fans. The first weekend of october each year is host to fallcon, the largest convention in the area and the premiere event of the local comic book. Fallcon will take place at the minnesota state fairgrounds, in the education building, at 72 cosgrove avenue, saint paul, minnesota. Oct 07, 2018 yesterday was fallcon, the comic convention put on by the fine people at the midwest comic book association.
High heels are hung from the wall surface trim, pants are piled on the shelf, and also coats as well as tshirts are held on a clothing rack. The midwest comic book association will hold the 23rd annual mcba fallcon comic book party aka the one day wonder. These were designed with a 1 cm space to hold 23 golden age, 34 silver age, and 45 current age comic books. No, not as big as the san diego or chicaga comic cons, but getting bigger and better every. Including this years 20th anniversary sketch card set, original artwork, sketches, and unique collectibles. Fallcon is a comic convention put on by the midwest comic book collectors association at the minnesota state fair grounds.
They took part in fallcon, a comic book party that brings in people from all over the midwest. Mcba christopher jones comic art and illustration blog. Our collection is in the thousands and we admit its hard to stop buying. Serious collectors shop for the rarest comics, but part of the fun is people watching. Mcba fallcon comic book party october 2014 convention. Fallcon is the midwest s largest convention that exclusively focuses only on comic books, graphic novels and the creators that make them a reality. Minnesotas premier comic book convention where theres something for everyone and everyone is welcome. In addition has been participating in multiple minnesota based comic shows, such as mspcon, mix, and fallcon, and is active in the local comics community. Most notably as a convergence cofounder, i created the convergence mascot characters and over the years have produced a vast majority of the art for the convention. Minnesota conventions for cosplay in 2020 twin cities geek. Over the years fallcon has become one of the most preferred comic book conventions among the creative community, dealers and especially fans. Fallcon photos well, i had a great time at fallcon two days ago, especially since i actually had a table. Mcba fallcon comic book celebration constant contact.