Jan S. Gephardt
Artist / Panelist Guest / Writer
Jan S. Gephardt is a writer, artist, and longtime science-fiction fan. Her debut sf novel, What’s Bred in the Bone, is now available. She hopes to produce the second of the Bones Trilogy, A Bone to Pick, by autumn. The books feature a pack of super-smart, bioengineered police dogs who struggle to establish themselves as full citizens of the space station where they live, while solving crimes and sniffing out bad guys.
Jan’s exhibited her fantasy artwork at sf conventions since 1981. Since 2007 she’s developed a unique paper-sculpture technique. Her artwork also has been featured in regionally exhibited one-person shows, and juried into mainstream national exhibitions all over the United States. She’s a member and former officer of ASFA. She lives in Kansas City, and is a longtime member of the Kansas City Science Fiction and Fantasy Society, Inc. (KaCSFFS).
Twitter: @ArtdogJan
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JanSGephardtArtdogStudio/
Website: https://jansgephardt.com/
Website: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtdogPaperSculpture?ref=hdr_shop_menu
Friday, June 7, 2019 4:00 p.m. | Location: Noble
Readings: Science Fiction
Panelists: Jan S. Gephardt, Marguerite Reed, Brian Trent
Tracks: Writing & Publication
Tags: Reading
Friday, June 7, 2019 5:00 p.m. | Location: Boomer A
The Three F's: Friends, Family, and Foes
Behind every main character is a cast of their friends, family, and foes. How do these relationships interact to improve the story?
Panelists: Rhonda Eudaly, Jan S. Gephardt, Michael R. Martin, Bradley H. Sinor, Tommy B. Smith
Tracks: Writing & Publication, Fantasy
Tags: Panel
Saturday, June 8, 2019 Noon | Location: Sooner B
Developing Fantasy and Sci-Fi Art Ideas
Quick tips for creating your own inspiration! Panelists provide dozens of ideas and starter prompts for artists to use, the next time they just can't think of anything to draw. Bring a notebook as we share these brainstorming ideas.
Panelists: Jan S. Gephardt, Hazel Conley, Chaz Kemp, Rachael Mayo, Melanie Unruh
Tracks: Art
Tags: Workshop
Saturday, June 8, 2019 2:00 p.m. | Location: Oklahoma E - Autograph Tables
Autographs
Panelists: Jan S. Gephardt, Adrian Simmons, Kim Ventrella
Tracks: Autographs
Tags: Autographs
Saturday, June 8, 2019 4:00 p.m. | Location: Sooner B
The Muse, the Artist, and Everything!
What motivates us? How do artists become inspired? Is there really such a thing as “The Muse”? Lets talk about what makes us create art, and how we come up with the ideas that fuel our creative passions.
Panelists: Jan S. Gephardt, Blair Bartlett, Julie Dillon, Teddy Harvia, Rubiee Tallyn Hayes, Mike Kloepfer
Tracks: Art
Tags: Panel
Sunday, June 9, 2019 Noon | Location: Boomer B
Successful Writing Habits
Writers share their tips for success. Covering everything from how to overcome Writer's Block to what to do when real life interrupts. Let our panelists share some tips.
Panelists: Jan S. Gephardt, Kevin J. Anderson, Rachel Caine, Shayla Raquel, Seth Skorkowsky, Caroline Spector
Tracks: Writing & Publication
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Sunday, June 9, 2019 3:00 p.m. | Location: Sooner B
Art of The Long Game: Maintaining Momentum and Not Giving Up
It’s easy to be super motivated when your art business is brand-new. But keeping momentum is hard, with the setbacks and problems that every artist faces. Our panel of artists share strategies that will keep you focused and productive!
Panelists: Jan S. Gephardt, Peri Charlifu, Tim Chessmore, Brenna Deutchman, Julie Dillon, Dan Erickson
Tracks: Art, Business & Marketing, Health & Wellness
Tags: Panel