Genghis Con

Genghis Con (opens in a new tab), Cleveland’s much-loved small-press and independent comic convention, returns for the 17th year to bring together many prolific practitioners of independent print media! Cartoonists, “zinesters,” printmakers, authors, illustrators, small-press publishers, educators, and advocates converge to exhibit their work, converse about their processes, and celebrate the independent print community thriving throughout the greater rust belt region and beyond!

Genghis Con’s greatest strength has always been our wide spectrum of great exhibitors. From seasoned professionals that have been in the game for decades to fierce rookies exhibiting their first show, we curate our roster to bring together the best possible convention we can for everyone.

•  Sunday, November 8 1:00 pm- 3:00pm

  Photocopier Zines with McKenzie Merriman

  • Learn how the photocopier has been a crucial tool for self-published zines throughout history, and explore the techniques you can use to make a simple but effective zine project. 

• Sunday, November 15 1:00pm -3:00pm

  Why Do We Make Zines? with Joyous Phantom

  • After opening with a brief presentation on Zine making and its cultural influences, attendees are encouraged to make a zine of their own, following the prompt, “Why do I want to make a zine?” This workshop is for all ages and skill levels; makers have the choice to fill their zine(s) with written words, drawings, and/or collage. 

• Sunday November 22 1:00pm - 3:00pm 

  Print Your Own Tote with Genghis Con

  • Join us at the Community Arts Center to print your own tote bag! Screenprint this year's design onto a new tote, and bring the bag back to Genghis Con the following weekend! 

Genghis Con (opens in a new tab), la muy querida convención de cómics independientes y de prensa pequeña de Cleveland, regresa por 16º año para reunir a tantos profesionales prolíficos de los medios impresos independientes. Caricaturistas, artistas de revistas, grabadores, autores, ilustradores, pequeños editores de prensa, educadores y defensores se reúnen para exhibir su trabajo, conversar sobre sus procesos y celebrar la comunidad de impresión independiente que prospera en toda la región del cinturón industrial y más allá.

La mayor fortaleza de Genghis Con siempre ha sido nuestra amplia variedad de excelentes expositores. Desde profesionales veteranos que llevan décadas en el negocio hasta novatos apasionados que presentan su primer evento, seleccionamos nuestra lista de participantes para ofrecer la mejor convención posible para todos.