I’ll be the Artist Guest of Honor at Norwescon 35 starting this Thursday, along with fellow GoHs Stephen Baxter, Bridget Landry and Betsy Wollheim (Daw Books). Had a blast when I first attended Norwescon back in 2008. Spent much of that one hanging out with Cherie Priest, Mario Acevedo, Richelle Mead, and Caitlin Kittredge, and I remember that weekend being very good times. I expect this year’s con will be even better.

Below is my programming and appearance slate. Memo to all fans of George R. R. Martin, A Song of Ice and Fire, and Game of Thrones – I’ll have some special art surprises in the Art Show that you won’t want to miss. I think you’ll like very much. 🙂

Will also have free art goodies to give away to all who attend the “Art of John Picacio” and “The Art of George R. R. Martin: Making the Calendar.” See you there!

Thursday, April 5

* Guest of Honor Banquet
5pm / Grand 2

* Opening Ceremonies
7pm / Evergreen 1 & 2

* Art Show Reception
8pm / Art Show

Friday, April 6

* Guest of Honor Autograph Session
10 am / Grand 2

* The Art of John Picacio
12 noon / Grand 3

* Art Show Tour w/ John Picacio
3pm / Art Show

Saturday, April 7

* The Art of George R. R. Martin: Making the Calendar
10am / Grand 2

* Official 2012 Hugo Nominees Announcement
(Co-presenter w/ Dave Gallaher)
1pm

* Autograph Session 1
2pm / Grand 2

* Autograph Session 2
3pm / Grand 2

* John Picacio Q&A
5pm / Evergreen 3 & 4

Sunday, April 8

* Book Covers: The State of the Art
12 noon / Cascade 11

* Becoming an Industry Pro Artist
2pm / Cascade 12

* Closing Ceremonies
4pm / Evergreen 1 & 2