Posted by Joe Kelly on August 28, 2006

Here’s why I loved Argentina…

History – I learned more about the living history of Argentina, spanning the last fifty or so years, in one weekend, than I did in twelve years of public school.

Talent – I saw pros, I saw amateurs, I saw unknowns…and they’re ALL AMAZING. Hoping to spread the love by showing samples to some editors…more on that if we get any bites.

My Hosts – The good folks at Comiqueando took excellent care of this big dumb American, and I thank you for all of your time and energy. The show was a hit, and will no doubt continue to grow thanks to the hard work of my pals Andres, Martin, and the rest of the crew.

AND, OF COURSE… THESE GUYS.

I would be hard pressed at many conventions to accept an invitation to dinner with a dozen or so fans I’ve never met who have a weekly meeting to discuss comics, the world, and life at large, but in Argentina… sure! And thank god I did.

The members of this die-hard comics and animation forum took me out for a wonderful night of chatting, eating, and drinking – including the local delicacies of Mate, Empanadas, and a Pizza that I can’t quite describe, but enjoyed thoroughly…These are hard core fans who wear their freak-flags proudly on their chests, and I loved meeting them all. If you’re interested in some serious comics chat, and you speak Spanish, check out their forum at the link above. You won’t be disappointed.

Thank you guys, for a wonderful night. You made my week! Mate for everyone!