ASIFA-Hollywood will take center stage at San Diego Comic-Con from July 25 through July 28, 2024! Make sure to visit our booth at space 1534 to meet our team and connect with fellow animation enthusiasts. Sign up for an ASIFA-Hollywood membership right at Comic-Con to snag exclusive swag.
Are you not a member yet? Visit our booth to learn about the benefits of joining or to chat with us.
Visiting Artists
We are excited to host a variety of artists who will showcase and sell their work. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet talented creators, learn about their craft, and purchase unique pieces. We invite you to come by our booth, explore their displays, and support these artists by taking home a one-of-a-kind artwork.
Jacque Pche
July 24th from 6-9pm
July 25th from 9am-7pm
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquepche
www.jacquepche.com
https://www.instagram.com/jacquepche
Leah Zink
July 26th from 9am-7pm
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leah-zink-b871a412/
https://www.instagram.com/artofzink_/
Isabella Martinez
July 27th from 9am-7pm
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bellamartinez/
https://www.artstation.com/bellacgart
https://www.instagram.com/bellacgart/
https://www.twitch.tv/TheArtOfBella
Jiyoung Choi
July 28th from 9am-5pm
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm14403894
https://www.jiyoung-choi.com
https://www.instagram.com/jiyoung2art
ASIFA-Hollywood on Stage
Don’t miss our panels packed with insider insights, exciting discussions, and even a screening of the worst cartoons ever made — we want you to be part of the experience!
Worst Cartoons Ever! Thursday (7/25) 7:15PM – 8:15PM – Room: 6BCF
Making its 19th appearance at San Diego Comic-Con, esteemed animation historian Jerry Beck (CartoonResearch.com) and ASIFA-Hollywood will once again foist a selection of the most terribly written, ugliest drawn, and unintentionally funniest animated films ever made. Cartoons include Con favorites “Mighty Mr. Titan” (the physical fitness superhero in his formfitting costume a little too tight for comfort) and “Johnny Cypher In Dimension Zero” (worst. anime. ever.). Don’t say we didn’t warn you!
Jerry Beck is an animation historian, author, blogger, and video producer. He has written or edited numerous books on classic American animation and characters, including “Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies,” “The 50 Greatest Cartoons,” and “The Animated Movie Guide.” As an entertainment industry consultant, he focuses on TV and home entertainment productions related to classic cartoons and operates the blog “Cartoon Research.” He is also a member of ASIFA-Hollywood’s board of directors.
Animation Superstars! Friday (7/26) 4:30PM – 5:30PM – Room: 24ABC
Meet the unconventional creative geniuses who bring cartoons like “Blood of Zeus,” “Maya and the Three,” “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,” “ZOMBIES: The Re-Animated Series,” and more to life! These visionary artists keep the world of animation vibrant, demonstrating that animation is a timeless art form for storytelling. Moderated by Bento Box talent recruiter Brooke Keesling, panelists will include Gerald de Jesus, Jorge Gutierrez, Charley Parlapanides, Vlas Parlapanides, Fred Tatasciore, and Aliki Theofilopoulos.
Brooke Keesling is the head of Animation Talent Development at Bento Box Entertainment. With decades of experience in the animation and VFX industry, she has worked as a filmmaker, recruiter, developer, and educator. Before joining Bento Box, Brooke recruited animation talent for Cartoon Network, Disney, and Warner Bros. She is also vice president of ASIFA-Hollywood.
Gerald de Jesus is an accomplished art director. He is best known for his work on “The Book of Life,” “El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera,” and “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.” His contributions to these projects have established him as a prominent figure in the animation industry.
Jorge Gutierrez is a Mexican-American animator, writer, producer, director, painter, and voice actor, he co-created the Nickelodeon animated series “El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera” with Sandra Equihua. He also co-wrote and directed “The Book of Life,” “Son of Jaguar” for Google, and “Maya and the Three” for Netflix Animation.
Charley Parlapanides and Vlas Parlapanides created and produced “Blood of Zeus,” the adult animated fantasy action television series for Netflix. Charley and Vlas also wrote the live-action adaptation of “Deathnote” and the 2011 fantasy-action movie “Immortals,” which starred Henry Cavill.
Fred Tatasciore is a prolific voice actor and animator known for his film, television, and video game work. He regularly voices characters on Fox’s “Family Guy,” “American Dad,” and “The Cleveland Show.” His extensive work includes roles on Nickelodeon shows, Disney Television series, and major films such as “Star Wars: The Last Jedi,” “Moana,” and “Frozen.” Fred’s voice can also be heard in Disney theme parks as Darth Vader, Groot, and more.
Arlyn Ramirez is a talented writer celebrated for her contributions to several animated television shows, including the futuristic and satirical “Futurama,” the culturally rich and adventurous “Victor & Valentino,” and the quirky “Clarence.”
Aliki Theofilopoulos is a producer, director, and writer known for her significant contributions to the animation industry. She has gained recognition for her work on the television series “Phineas and Ferb” and “Descendants: Wicked World.” Aliki began her career working on Disney films, including notable titles such as “Hercules,” “Mulan,” “Fantasia 2000,” and many others.
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