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Renowned cartoonist Stan Sakai will be returning to the San Diego Comic-Con in 2024, allowing fans to request personalized commission artwork. Attendees can visit Booth #4807 for exclusive art pieces and offerings. Commission requests are open until June 30, 2024, featuring various pricing options for different styles of artwork. The event promises to be a significant celebration with notable collaborations, including a special appearance by Mitsuhiro Arita. Fans looking to connect with their favorite artists and secure unique art pieces are encouraged to participate.
San Diego – Renowned cartoonist Stan Sakai, known widely for creating the beloved comic series Usagi Yojimbo, is set to return to the San Diego Comic-Con in 2024, amplifying excitement for both fans and collectors at Booth #4807. This year, attendees will have the unique opportunity to obtain personalized, commission artwork directly from Sakai, alongside an array of limited-edition exclusives.
The opportunity for commission requests opens immediately and will remain available until June 30, 2024. Following submission, Sakai will respond to all commission inquiries by July 3, 2024 via email. Interested fans can submit their requests by emailing
Commission options vary in pricing and style: a quick sketch on 6″ x 9″ Bristol costs $300, while a full-figure illustration of Usagi Yojimbo on 9″ x 12″ Bristol is priced at $600. Those seeking a more intricate rendition can opt for a full-figure piece on watercolor paper for $2,000, or a collaborative piece from both Stan and Julie Sakai on watercolor paper for $1,000. Additionally, Julie Sakai will offer mini Chibi watercolors at $40 each, with an added cost of $10 for each additional character.
The San Diego Comic-Con, slated from July 24 to July 28, 2024, serves as a pivotal gathering point for comic book artists and aficionados. It is renowned for fostering connections among creators and fans alike. Fans can expect to see not only the return of Sakai but also a special collaboration featuring artist Mitsuhiro Arita. Arita is best known for creating variant covers for the Usagi Yojimbo comic series and is debuting a cover for IDW’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles at the event. This partnership marks a significant celebration of the 40th anniversary of Usagi Yojimbo.
This Comic-Con promises to bring together some of the most talented artists in the industry and offer fans a front-row seat to the developments in the comic book world. Attendees looking to engage with their favorite creators, as well as those seeking unique art pieces, are encouraged to take advantage of the commission opportunities before the deadline.
In conclusion, Stan Sakai’s participation in the upcoming San Diego Comic-Con represents an exciting event for both avid collectors and casual fans. As the event approaches, it is expected that interest in Sakai’s work, as well as the diverse talents of other artists featured at the convention, will only continue to grow.
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- SDCC Blog: Stan Sakai San Diego Comic-Con 2024 Exclusives
- Google Search: Stan Sakai
- SDCC Blog: Mitsuhiro Arita San Diego Comic-Con Debut
- Wikipedia: San Diego Comic-Con
- Boom Studios: Usagi Yojimbo Announcement
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Comic Books
- MSN: Legendary Japanese Artist Mitsuhiro Arita
- Google News: San Diego Comic-Con
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