-19 AUG 2025-
Another Birthday, another SuperManila Comic Con, and my first “Birthday Trading Card”!
Just like last year, I’ll be celebrating my birthday at SuperManila Comic Con, happening the first weekend of September. There’s no better way to celebrate than huddling up again with fellow Filipino and international artists—and the incredible Pinoy fans and collector community.
Exclusive “Birthday Trading Card!!”
My friend, Francis Dayao, together with EDS Authentics, came up with a unique idea for my birthday card—a limited-edition Birthday “Trading” Card! They’ve created a couple of fantastic designs that will be signed, numbered, and available exclusively at SuperManila. The cards are numbered #76 to honor my age at the show. Gold frame editions: Limited to 10 pieces — White frame editions: Limited to 50 pieces.
I’ll be at the convention both days, so swing by my table to get your books or collectibles signed, pick up a print or two, or just stop by to say hello.
See you there!
Save the date:
September 6-7, 2025 / SPACE at One Ayala, Makati City / For SuperManila information, visit their Facebook page or their official website.
Signing Details:
Signatures on books or other items— ₱300 each
Signatures on books or other items to be CGC graded— ₱1000 each
Signed prints— ₱500 each
Note that I won’t be sketching at the show.
-08 MAR 2025-
Three Years in the Philippines… Already?
Back in March 2022, I landed in the Philippines without a concrete plan or timeline—just the hope that the country I had first visited in 1991 would be as pleasing a place to live as it had been to vacation. Even more pleasing to live here, I’ve decided.
Some folks picture me on a remote beach or scrounging for basic necessities. Reality? I’m in the heart of Makati, surrounded by everything. Three large shopping malls, three major department stores, four grocery stores, health food outlets, hardware stores, and more restaurant choices than I can count, all within a short walk.
As for travel, I’ve been ‘grounded’ by choice since returning from Singapore. In December, I started the passport renewal process. From here, the passport relay starts with a journey to the US Embassy, then onward to the US State Department, back to the US Embassy, and back to me. Then I pass the baton to the Philippine Retirement Authority, who send it to the Bureau of Immigration for re-stamping, then back to the Retirement Authority, and eventually back to me. Probably. :-)
Once my passport is travel-ready again, I’ll revisit the questions: Do I want to travel? And where? But for now, I have everything I need right here or nearby.
-21 SEP 2024-
See You at Singapore Comic Con, Dec 7-8
I have one more Eastern Hemisphere show on my relaxed schedule this year. After visiting Melbourne and the Gold Coast, Australia, in April and attending the SuperManila Comic Con in September, I plan to close the year in Singapore.
SINGAPORE COMIC CON, December 7-8, 2024, Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore
Check out their Facebook page and Instagram page, or visit their official website.
The fine folks at PINK PONK COMICS make my appearance in Singapore possible. Each year, they invite international creators to share their booth space. I look forward to closing out the 40th anniversary year of Secret Wars with the Pink Ponk staff and fellow pros. If you’re at the show and have trouble finding me, ask for directions to Pink Ponk Comics. I’ll be there both days. ;-)
Signing Details: (prices are Singapore dollars)
Signatures on books or other items— SGD20 each
Signatures on books or other items that will be graded— SGD30 each
Signed prints— SGD30 each
Note that I will not be sketching at the show.
If you want a signature on fabric (T-shirts, etc.), please bring your own signing instrument.
-02 AUG 2024-
Marking my 75th at SuperManila Comic Con
I’ll be celebrating my 75th birthday the first weekend of September, and I can think of no better way to mark it than by spending it with the fine folks at SuperManila Comic Con, with a terrific lineup of Filipino and International creators and, of course, with the fantastic Pinoy fans and collector community.
Save the date:
September 7-8, 2024, at SPACE, One Ayala Mall, Makati City. Check out their Facebook page or visit the official website.
Guest announcements are ongoing, and I should highlight one in particular— Bob Layton, my pal and fellow Secret Wars veteran, will join us! With this year marking the 40th anniversary of Secret Wars, it’s perfect timing for a reunion. Don’t forget to bring your Secret Wars issues! I’ll be at the convention both days. Swing by my table to have your books signed, pick up a signed print or two, say “hello,” or just see what 75 years can do to a man. :-D
Signing Details:
Signatures on books or other items— ₱300 each
Signatures on books or other items to be CGC graded— ₱1000
Signed prints— ₱500
Note that I won’t be sketching at the show.
-08 MAR 2024-
Two Years of Philippines Retirement Living
It feels like I’ve been here a couple of months, not a couple of years! Never too old to learn, though, and I’m mastering the art of killing time. Applying the same motivation that led to long hours of work to my new goal - relaxation. :-) Not surprisingly, this year’s status is the same as last year… “All good, still.”
In a few weeks, I’ll board a plane for the first time in over two years. While I’m not excited about air travel, I’m looking forward to visiting Australia and hanging with the Supanova Conventions team. If you missed it, I’ll be at consecutive shows in Australia on the first and second weekends of April. Check the December 21 post for more info and links.
Hope to see you in Melbourne or on the Gold Coast! If I make travel plans for the latter part of this year, I’ll update you here.
-21 DEC 2023-
Finally Touching Down (under) in Australia!
It’s been a long wait, but I’ll finally see a bit of Australia in 2024. The SUPANOVA COMIC CON and GAMING team hosts “consecutive weekend” shows three times a year. In 2024, the first events are in Melbourne (April 6-7) and Gold Coast (April 13-14). I’m scheduled to attend both and look forward to hanging with the comics community there.
For ticket info and guest announcements, click here.
I’ll be signing during show hours and will have a limited number of prints available. Photos are welcome. However, I won’t be sketching at the show as I’ve been playing the role of the “fully retired” guy these past few years.
See you soon, mates!