Bob Eggleton is a talented illustrator with over 30 years of experience in creating stunning art for various media including books, magazines, comics, films, and games. He is widely regarded as one of the top artists in his field, having won several prestigious awards, including nine Hugo Awards, a Chesley Award, and a Rondo Award. Eggleton takes inspiration from classic art masters such as JMW Turner and John Martin, and his work is characterized by his deft use of light, color, and scale.
Eggleton’s illustrations cover a wide range of themes, from dinosaurs, dragons, and giant monsters to vintage rocket ships and space vistas. He is particularly skilled at creating immersive and realistic worlds that transport viewers to other realms. His love for Godzilla and other kaiju is well-known, and he has contributed his talent to various media projects such as Dark Horse Comics, Random House Godzilla books, IDW’s Godzilla comic series, and Famous Monsters of Filmland magazine. He has also worked as a concept artist on films such as Sphere, Jimmy Neutron Boy Genius, and The Ant Bully.
One of Bob Eggleton’s recent projects is a series of paintings inspired by the works of H.P. Lovecraft. Eggleton has been a fan of Lovecraft for many years, and he has always wanted to illustrate his stories. He has created several paintings that capture the cosmic horrors and ancient evils that populate Lovecraft’s universe, including Cthulhu, Nyarlathotep, Azathoth, and Yog-Sothoth. Eggleton has painted scenes from some of Lovecraft’s most famous stories, including The Call of Cthulhu, The Dunwich Horror, and At the Mountains of Madness.
In addition to his art, Bob Eggleton is also an accomplished author, having written and illustrated several books. His books cover a wide range of subjects, including astronomy, paleontology, folklore, and history. Some of his books include Alien Horizons, The Book of Sea Monsters, Greetings from Earth, Dragonhenge, Primal Darkness, The Star Dragons, and Dragons’ Domain. Eggleton’s books are not just entertaining but also educational and inspirational.
Bob Eggleton has also been involved in the IX Gallery, an online platform that showcases the best of contemporary imaginative realism. Eggleton is one of the founding artists of the gallery, along with other renowned artists such as Donato Giancola, Greg Hildebrandt, Jody Lee, and Manuel Sanjulian. The gallery features original paintings, drawings, and sculptures that explore the realms of fantasy, science fiction, horror, and mythology. Eggleton has exhibited several of his paintings at the gallery, including Face in Space, Hyperborea – Cliff City, The Odd Moon, and Kong vs T-Rex.
About the Show
What: The NorthEast ComicCon & Collectibles Extravaganza
When: March 8-10, 2024
Where: The Boxboro Regency Hotel, 242 Adams Pl., Boxboro MA 01719
Daily and weekend passes available while supply lasts. After-party events Friday and Saturday nights available online.
Friday March 8: vendors and artists will be open from 4:00 until 8:00 pm, with a preview for VIPs opening at 3:00 pm.
Saturday March 9: vendors and artists will be open from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm, with special early buyers access at 9:00 am.
Sunday March 10: vendors and artists will be open from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm, with special early buyers access at 9:00 am
Get ready for a weekend filled with fun and excitement at the NorthEast ComicCon & Collectibles Extravaganza! This annual event is taking place on March 8-10, 2024 at the Boxboro Regency Hotel & Convention Center in Boxborough, Massachusetts.
Families will love exploring the 30,000-square-foot venue, filled with vendors selling comic books, collectibles, cards, and more. But that’s not all – the event also features celebrity appearances, live music, comedy, karaoke, and much more.
If you’re planning on attending the entire weekend, make sure to take advantage of the special hotel deals! For just $99 a night, you can get VIP admission to the event, as well as enjoy all the amenities the Boxboro Regency Hotel has to offer. Most rooms come equipped with mini-fridges and balconies overlooking the indoor pool, and high-end suites even have separate living rooms and sofa beds.
During your stay, you can take advantage of the hotel’s restaurant, fitness center, and other facilities like free WiFi, free parking, and disabled access. The hotel also offers an airport shuttle and on-site business services, like a computer, printer, and fax. If you’re looking for even more dining options, the hotel’s Minuteman Grille American Pub is a must-try, and there are several other nearby restaurants to choose from.