Setzer Foundation Auditorium

6:15 | Keith Knight – Comix Can Save the World! (They already have!) Discover from award winning artist Keith Knight how comics, as the world's first and most accessible medium, have informed, educated, and spoken truth to power for centuries, and will continue to do so into the future

7:00 | Darick Roberston – 30 minutes with Darick Robertson, the veteran artist from Marvel and DC comics, and visionary co-creator The Boys and Transmetropoliton. Dive into his creative journey, gain insights into his iconic work, and explore the evolution of graphic storytelling from one of the industry’s most influential artists

8:00 | Picture This! – A live-animated comedy show created by standup comedians featuring animators who have been featured at comedy festivals around the world. This show has a parental advisory and is suited for ages 18+.

• Brandie Posey, host

  • Brandie Posey is an LA-based stand-up comedian, podcaster, comedy record label owner & producer. Her comedic style has been described as a “Riot Grrl on acid”.

  • Credits: Lady to Lady Podcast, Sirius XM, Comedy Central

  • Website brandieposey.com, @brandazzle on Instagram & Twitter, @brandazzleishere on TikTok

• Babs Gray

  • Babs Gray is a comedian, podcaster, and writer best known for her iconic podcast Britney's Gram, which sparked the #FreeBritney movement. Her comedy album, IF I DID IT, is funny if you like that sort of thing.

  • Credits - HBO, Comedy Central

  • Website myjokesareuphere.com, @babs_gray on Instagram

• Maggie Maye:

  • Maggie Maye made her late night debut on Conan and has written for the New Yorker. She has performed stand up with the likes of Maria Bamford and Earth, Wind and Fire.

  • Credits: Conan, debut special coming out in October

  • @Maggiemayehaha on all socials

• Mike Hollingsworth:

  • Mike Hollingsworth served as Supervising Director of all six seasons of BoJack Horseman and the first season of Tuca and Bertie. His BoJack episode “Fish Out of Water” was voted the number one episode of television by Variety and Time magazines that year.

  • Credits: BoJack Horseman, Tuca and Bertie, Inside Job, and Cat Burglar!

  • @hollingsworth_cartoons on Instagram, @mike_hollingsworth on TikTok

Niello Meeting Center

6:30 | Heroic Girls – Attend our panel on building empathy through storytelling. Learn why it's essential to hear and share diverse stories to foster understanding and connection. Discover the impact that listening to others' experiences can have on our own perspectives.

7:00 | Nooligans – Renowned local artist Nooligan lends his talents for this insightful panel on the art of drawing! Discover his unique techniques, creative process, and tips for bringing characters to life. Perfect for aspiring artists and fans alike!

7:30 | Chris Wisnia – Chris Wisnia offers a 30-minute sneak peek of "A Brush with Peril," a Fantagraphics graphic novel that reimagines museum masterpieces in a low-brow comic book narrative. The panel includes a slide presentation, discussion on blending high and low art, and a Q&A with the artist.

8:00 | Amber Rankin – Artist Amber Rankin shares her expert techniques and creative process for bringing illustrations to life. Perfect for aspiring artists and fans, this session offers a unique opportunity to learn from a seasoned professional in the industry.

8:30 | WEBCOMICS – Join our expert panel as they delve into the vibrant world of webcomics! Discover the creative processes, challenges, and future trends shaping this dynamic medium, and gain insights from Dan Bethel and Melissa McCommon.

• Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Darrin Bell returns to the Museum for a signing of his award-winning graphic novel The Talk. The signing is from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Museum Store. Bring your own book or purchase one from the Store. First come, first served, no additional charge.

• Costumes and cosplay from the Central California Garrison of the 501st Legion, Sacramento Ghostbusters, and Odin Makes. Enter a costume parade hosted by SacGeeks.

• Swordplay with the Sacramento Historical Fencing Academy.

• Live-build legos with the Sacramento Brick Builders.

• Explore locally developed video game projects with the Sacramento Developers Collective or explore featured games from Nintendo including Echoes of Wisdom or challenging speed runs with the Nintendo World Championship!

• Play a selection of board games including local games by Havenhurst Press and Mindly Games.

• Vibe with the nerdy-fused beats and dance music from the DJ crew, The Sleeprockers.

AlanMayCry
Amber Rankin *
Angry Brain Artworks
Art of Diana Ormanzhi
Art of Mazzy
Art of Robert Love
Art Of Toys
Astro Stache Studios
A Seat at the Table Books
Azevedo Bros.
Benjamin Barclay
Capital Books + Another Universe
Central California Garrison of the 501st Legion
Chasing a Spider Publishing
Chris Wisnia *
Cody Vrosh & Binary Winter Press
Comics & Collectibles ***
Crunchy Dom Fam Illustrations
D. Bethel Comics & Art *
Darick Robertson **
David Andry and Christopher Alvarez
Drawcademy ***
Eric MacLachlan
Havenhurst Press
Heroic Girls ***
Humor Times
Jared Konopitski
Jesse Baggs
JenUoneArt
Jon Williams
Justin Greenwood
Keith Knight: Gentleman Cartoonist **
Kristin Silva
Lionel’s Place
Massive Publishing
Martinez Bros.
Mindly Games
Mortern Comics
Nintendo
Nooodlepop
Nooligan *
Odin Makes
Oscar Romero
Otaku Dose
Picture This! **
Rita Sapunor
Sacramento Brick Builders ***
Sacramento Developer Collective ***
Sacramento Ghostbusters
Sacramento Historical Fencing Academy ***
Sacramento History Museum ***
SacGeeks ***
Sector7 Salon
The Reclaimist ***
USS Independence

*Presenting a panel in the Meeting Center
**Presenting a panel in the Auditorium
*** Providing an educational experience

Costumes and Props
Please leave all props representing realistic guns, knives, or other weapons at home! Masks, full-face coverings, helmets, and props or accessories that protrude over 12 inches are not allowed on the second and third floors of the Museum, though you can check them at Coat Check on the 1st floor.

Food and Drink
Outside food and drink are not allowed. Water bottles are permitted. The Museum café will remain open until 8:30 PM.

Bags
The Museum implements a bag search as a security measure at all Thursday evening events. Purses and personal bags larger than 8"x 6"X 2" are prohibited inside the Crocker Art Museum during events. Baby and medical bags, no larger than 16” x 16” x 8" are permitted but may be searched and tagged by security.

Code of Conduct
The Crocker Art Museum is committed to providing our visitors, vendors, performers, and staff with a safe and secure environment. Harassment, aggression, and unruly behavior will not be tolerated. Museum staff will proactively intervene, up to and including removal from the Museum, in order to support this goal.

Ticket Return/Exchange Policy
There will be no refunds or exchanges issued.