Comix Workshops at the Biola Media Conference, April 21

Comix workshops announced for the Biola Media Conference!

DATE: Saturday, April 21, 2007
TIME: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
COST: $70 (price includes lunch)
Student discounts available.
WHERE: Biola University
13800 Biola Ave., La Mirada, CA
REGISTER: Online at www.biolamedia.com or 1-866-334-2266

After decades of struggle in Hollywood, the Christian creative community celebrated with hits like The Passion, The Chronicles of Narnia, Exorcism of Emily Rose and more. But now, with studios actually opening "faith-based" distribution divisions, pursuing spiritually themed projects, and with pastors that top the bestseller lists on a regular basis, it's time to define who we are, and why we're here.

In our rush to cash in on Hollywood success, have we hit the mother lode or discovered fool's gold? Perhaps more important, are we becoming a sub-culture, the counter-culture, or THE culture...

From the perspectives of feature films, television, advertising, journalism, design, digital media, and more, we're exploring how to mine our potential in the new Hollywood.

Join us as we host the largest national conference for Christian media professionals working in the mainstream media today, for a full day of connecting, reflecting, and strategizing at the Biola Media Conference.

For a complete schedule and list of the conference events, go to www.biolamedia.com.

COMIX WORKSHOPS

11:00 AM: Gold Rush!

The rise & acceptance of faith-based Graphic Novels & Manga in America

What happens when you combine 2 growth categories of entertainment product sales? GOLD RUSH! The intersection of graphic novels/manga with increased desire for faith-based products has created a demand from mass merchants, secular bookstores and Christian retail outlets. Come hear from three of the leaders in this field.

Panel Discussion Featuring:

Buzz Dixon, President, Co-founder for Realbuzz Studios, Member, Christian Comic Arts Society (CCAS)
Buzz has over 130 animation credits in film and TV such as G.I. Joe: The Motion Picture, Batman, Transformers, Tiny Toons, and more, and is creator of the successful Serenity manga series.

Michael Davis, VP UMI Media / Producer

Michael is well known as the co-creator of Static Shock! the Emmy award-winning WB & Cartoon Network show. His latest creation is the faith based Guardian Line from Urban Ministries.

Brett Burner, Creator/Publisher/Writer for Lamp Post
Brett has published dozens of titles into the Comix and Christian retail markets, is currently producing three 8-book manga series, and is the teaching pastor of Immanuel Church in La Mesa, CA.

Moderated by:

Scott A. Shuford, CEO, FrontGate Media/FrontGate Creative, Member, Christian Comic Arts Society (CCAS)

Scott connects companies to their audiences through FrontGate Media; a cornerstone for companies desiring to connect to the Christian consumer, and FrontGate Creative; nationally recognized for branding, print & web creative for companies including IHOP, Toyota, Damzl & Gloria Jean's Coffees.

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1:30 PM: The Big Valley

Crossing Over from One Medium to Another
Jim has crossed over from comics to feature film, Matt from songwriter and music producer to novelist. If you've been told to "find one thing and stick to it" even though deep inside you long to EXPLORE and EXPAND, come hear how two individuals who have chosen to work in multiple mediums, and have thrown aside the old idea that they are bound to one field of art/entertainment.
Featuring:

Jim Krueger, Comic Book Writer/Filmmaker
Past creative director for Marvel Comics, Jim is presently one of the top 10 award winning freelance comic book writers and property creators today.

Matt Bronleewe, Author / Music Producer
Music Producer for artists such as Jars or Clay, Natalie Imbruglia, Rebecca St. James, Michael W. Smith, and Plumb, Matt is currently authoring his new adventure trilogy, Illuminated.

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3:00 PM: The Wild Bunch

From Johnny Bravo to Cartoon Network and Beyond
Van Partible started with the Cartoon Network shortly after it's initial launch in 1992.From his time in the trenches, Van will discuss the book he has been working on about the history of the network, how the animation industry has changed, and where it seems to be headed.
Featuring:

Van Partible, Cartoon Creator
Creator, director, and writer of Cartoon Network's Johnny Bravo, Van is currently in production on a Johnny Bravo video game for PS2.

Leo Partible, Author & Speaker
Leo has contributed to several books including Behind the Screen: Insiders on Faith, Film, and Culture, The Gospel According to Superheroes: Religion and Pop Culture, and co-wrote the comic book series Killer Stunts, Inc. He is a regular contributor to Infuze Magazine has been interviewed by NPR (National Public Radio), The Atlantic Monthly, Publisher's Weekly, World Magazine,

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For a complete list of sessions and workshops, see

http://www.frontgatecreative.com/clients/Biola/biola_session2007.htm

REGISTER Online at www.biolamedia.com or Call 1-866-334-2266. Walk up registration available as well on day of event.