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Mike Kennedy

Mike's been involved in fandom forever. Born the same day as the first Spider-Man comic was released. From his beginnings with Chuk the Barbaric, Heroines Inc., Rough Cut, Celtic Knights, he's done more than 30 other comics over past 30-plus years. Even doing cards for a sketch-card set for Marvel Comics. Continuing through his current gig as an art teacher at Tulsa Public Schools, Mike is constantly involved in art.

09:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room

Late Night Artists Chat

This is a chance for artists and fans to meet in a relaxed setting to talk all things art! Ask questions, share ideas, and socialize. (Hotel side, 45 minutes.)

Moderator: Busty Springfield

Panelists: Busty Springfield, Liz Campbell, Kimber E Chessmore, Tim Chessmore, Jan S. Gephardt, Teddy Harvia, Mike Kennedy, Stephen Patrick, Terry Southard, Evan T. Wardwell

Tracks: Art, General Interest, Meetup

09:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Atrium

Koffeeklatch

Join panelists in the hotel breakfast area for intimate conversation. BYO coffee, please.

Moderator: -

Panelists: Mark Alfred, C.C. Caldwell, Liz Campbell, Paul Carlson, Kimber E Chessmore, Madilynn Dale, Brenna Deutchman, Daniel Erickson, Elijah Farmer, Shai Fenwick, Demi Gray, Sally Hamilton, Carolyn Kay, Chaz Kemp, Mike Kennedy, vickey malone kennedy, Julia S. Mandala, Kathleen M. O'Brien, David Rike, Ela Evella, Mel White, Craig Wolf

Tracks: Meetup, General Interest, Professional Development

10:00 AM | Location: Boomer B

Thrifty Revisions: Adding SF Genre Elements to Thrift Store Paintings

Artists insert sf genre elements or monsters into reclaimed paintings and prints. Final works are up for sale in the Charity Raffle. (Supplies provided)

Moderator: James Hollaman

Panelists: James Hollaman, Joshua Cook, Sherri Dean, Hall of Femme, W. J. Hodgson, Mike Kennedy

Tracks: Art, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Comics

04:00 PM | Location: Sooner A

Teach An Artist New Tricks!

What are some new-to-you formats in the world of art? Join us to discuss some of the media, tools, and techniques you may not have tried out yet!

Moderator: Crystal Sully

Panelists: Crystal Sully, Tim Frayser, Jan S. Gephardt, Hall of Femme, Mike Kennedy, Miss OoLaLa

Tracks: Art, Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion

06:00 PM | Location: Sooner A

Doodle from Memory!

Prepare for an unpredictable and hilarious art showdown. Artists will put their creativity to the test as they quick-draw audience-suggested characters from memory (or make them up entirely). Watch out for the moderator, who may add their own unique flair to these suggestions, leading to unexpected results!

Moderator: FoxDaddy

Panelists: FoxDaddy, Michael "Gecko" Adams, Buck Berlin, Mike Kennedy

Tracks: Art, Contest, Pop Culture & Entertainment, General Interest

09:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room

Cartoonist Jam

Suggest an idea for our panel of cartoonists and watch them draw live!

Moderator: Teddy Harvia

Panelists: Teddy Harvia, Jerry Bennett, Eric Osborn/JEO Creations, Johnnie Johnson, Mike Kennedy

Tracks: Art, Performing Arts

10:00 AM | Location: Sooner A

The NeverEnding Story of the '80s

Step back in time to the neon-soaked '80s and discover why this decade continues to captivate audiences today. From iconic music and films to fashion and pop culture, the '80s left an indelible mark that persists in the collective consciousness.

Moderator: Mike Kennedy

Panelists: Mike Kennedy, Michael Cross, Sherri Dean, Evan T. Wardwell

Tracks: Film & TV, Pop Culture & Entertainment, History, General Interest

02:00 PM | Location: Boomer A

Oklahoma in Fandom Media

Echo. Star Trek. Wolverine. Twister (of course). Ghostbusters. Asgard? Oklahoma is featured in fandom more than you might think! What's your favorite Okie shout-out?

Moderator: Mike Kennedy

Panelists: Mike Kennedy, Kimberly Cross, Tim Frayser, Demi Gray, Jamie Hardison, Karen Thrower

Tracks: Comics, Film & TV, Pop Culture & Entertainment