SoonerCon 28 Artist Guest of Honor

Julie Dillon

Julie Dillon is a West Coast artist specializing in fantasy and sci-fi illustration.  Her notable clients in this  field include Tor Books, Simon & Schuster, Popular Science magazine,  Penguin Books, and Wizards of the Coast.  In  addition, she’s created a large body of personal  work, and has several self-published art books.

Julie has always had a creative outlet of some sort, whether drawing, writing, crafts, or music, but she always gravitated towards visual media. Her art is bold, colorful, and ultimately positive in its outlook, ranging from dreamlike scenes of abstracted magic, to more structured illustrations focusing on visual storytelling and narrative.

When she isn’t working on new artwork, she’s busy working in her garden, babysitting her three cats, hiking or biking on nearby trails, doing pottery, and volunteering at equine rescues.

Check out her fantastic art at www.juliedillonart.com.

Friday, June 7, 2019 4:00 p.m. | Location: Sooner B

The Future of Art In the Digital Age

With point-and-click applications and the ability to download any image in the world, how will art evolve in the future? What are the primary differences between traditional media and digital artwork that collectors are looking for? Can digital art be considered fine art?

Panelists: Scott Zrubek, Mitzi Bartlett, Julie Dillon, Chaz Kemp, Eric Osborn

Tracks: Art

Tags: Panel

Friday, June 7, 2019 6:00 p.m. | Location: Oklahoma H

Opening Ceremonies

SoonerCon 28's official opening. Toastmaster Selina Rosen will blast us all into Brave New Worlds.

Panelists: Selina Rosen, Kevin J. Anderson, Rachel Caine, Julie Dillon, Matt Frank, Dr. Lonnie Johnson, Larry Nemecek, Austin Tindle, Toni Weisskopf, Sarah Wiedenheft

Tracks: General Interest

Tags: Ceremony

Friday, June 7, 2019 7:00 p.m. | Location: Oklahoma B

Friends of SoonerCon Reception

Friends of SoonerCon membership-exclusive social event with SoonerCon 28 guests of honor and featured guests. Heavy hors d'oeuvres and beverages provided. Thank you to our Friends of SoonerCon supporters!

Panelists: Selina Rosen, Kevin J. Anderson, Rachel Caine, Julie Dillon, Matt Frank, Dr. Lonnie Johnson, Larry Nemecek, Austin Tindle, Toni Weisskopf, Sarah Wiedenheft

Tracks: General Interest

Tags: Reception

Saturday, June 8, 2019 11:00 a.m. | Location: Sooner B

Re-Covered Books, for Charity!

Artists create a new book cover for books in our charity collection. Books and their custom covers will be available for sale in the Charity Sale. (Books and cover paper provided.)

Panelists: Sherri Dean, Jerry Bennett, Julie Dillon, Kevin Hopkins, Johnnie Johnson, Harold Neal

Tracks: Art

Tags: Art Demo

Saturday, June 8, 2019 2:00 p.m. | Location: Oklahoma G

Inside the Artist's Studio

Presentation and Q&A with SoonerCon 28's multiple award-winning artist guest of honor, Julie Dillon.

Panelists: Julie Dillon

Tracks: Art

Tags: GoH

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: Sooner B

A Gentle Suggestion: Peer Review and Critique Session for New Artists

Artist attendees may bring one or two pieces for critique. Our pro artists will give you feedback on your work. This is a safe zone, and all critique will be gentle and useful!

Panelists: Peri Charlifu, Julie Dillon, W. J. Hodgson, Angela Lowry, Rachael Mayo, Melanie Unruh

Tracks: Art, Business & Marketing

Tags: Workshop

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

Sunday, June 9, 2019 4:00 p.m. | Location: Oklahoma H

Closing Ceremonies

SoonerCon 28's official closing. Toastmaster Selina Rosen will launch us into SoonerCon 29, coming June 26-28, 2020.

Panelists: Selina Rosen, Kevin J. Anderson, Rachel Caine, Julie Dillon, Matt Frank, Larry Nemecek, Austin Tindle, Toni Weisskopf, Sarah Wiedenheft

Tracks: General Interest

Tags: Ceremony

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