Open Call for Workshops

We offer exclusive discussions of comics studies manuscripts as well as graphic narrative works-in-progress by faculty and other members of the community.

We want to cultivate a supportive intellectual and artistic community where comics creators and scholars can come together to discuss ongoing projects, to receive feedback and to learn about others’ creative process. 

If you are working on a comics essay, a graphic novel or any other genre of graphic narrative, and you want to workshop your work, please reach out to our team. 

Upcoming Workshops

December 4, 2024

Discover the growing comics collection at UCI Libraries in this engaging workshop, designed to introduce the diverse materials and resources available to support comics research. Whether you’re a experienced scholar or just beginning to explore the field, this session offers valuable insights into navigating these unique holdings. The workshop will be led by Scott Stone, whose expertise ensures a comprehensive and accessible experience.

Scott Stone is the Research Librarian for Performing Arts at UCI. He regularly publishes in Library and Information Science, focusing on dance, drama, and music librarianship, and has served on the national boards of both the Music Library Association and the Theatre Library Association. Outside of work, Scott enjoys origami, cooking, traveling, gardening, and reading across many different genres.

Past Workshops

November 13, 2024

Upcoming workshop with author Prof. Roxanne Varzi and artist Kasra Paydavousi who are working together on a graphic novel about incarceration and the philosophical foundations of the Iranian Revolution. They will present their work in progress and welcome a dialogue about possible directions for the work moving forward.