# Event Details

- **Event Name**: ICON13 The Illustration Conference
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 15 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 pm
- **Event Description**: The 13th biannual national conference will take place July 15-18, 2026 in Baltimore, Maryland.About this EventICON13 The Illustration Conference brings the illustration and graphic arts communities together for four full days of impact, insight, information and inspiration.ICON is a nonprofit organization run by a board of volunteer illustrators, art directors and educators. It is produced "of, by and for" the community in service to the greater creative industry.? ICON13 CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONWHAT'S INCLUDED in your conference ticket Wednesday –Saturday?PRISMS: WED-THURThe Education Symposium and papers presentationsMAINSTAGE: THUR-SATAll speaker and keynote presentationsAnd All Evening EVENTS, including:Motion Commotion – WEDRoadshow/Opening Party – THURKaleidoscope – On the main stageAttendee Gallery Show – FRIClosing Night Party – SATWHAT are the EXTRA Add-ONs?The following programs are available only to registered conference attendees. They are sold a la carte and require an additional registration and fee. Tickets will go on sale in Spring 2026.WORKSHOPSLectures, hands on making classes and studio tours – WED-THURPORTFOLIO REVIEWSWith a curated group of art directors and artists – WED-THUR?️ TICKETSWe are pleased to again offer our tiered incentive pricing plan – for optimal savings! The faster you register for the conference, the more you'll save.INCENTIVE PRICINGA limited number of tickets at various discount levels will be available, starting with our "Early Bird" tickets. As a block of tickets sells out, a new block at a higher price will be offered.Seating is limited and tickets will go fast, so keep an eye on the count down so you don't miss out on the best available price.TICKET OPTIONS• $513: 50 early bird discount tickets – SOLD OUT• $525: 50 early bird discount tickets – SOLD OUT• $550: 50 discount tickets – SOLD OUT!• $575: final discount ticket – EXTENDED!• $600: full-price ticketOTHER DISCOUNT TICKET OPTIONSLimited tickets will open after the early bird tickets sell out. Pricing subject to change based on availability. *ID required at check in.• $513 x 5: Group Rate with Five People Minimum – OPEN• $525 x 2: Buddy "Two-Fer" tickets – EXTENDED, AGAIN!• $525: Local/Quad-State+ Discount* (includes MD, DE, PA, VA and DC)– OPEN• $550: Educator Discount* (full-time faculty) – OPEN• $485: Student Discount* (College level enrolled through May 2026) – OPEN? FEES and SALES TAXRegistration service and processing fees are extra as applied by Eventbrite.For US transactions, service fees are 3.7% + $1.79 per ticket; payment processing is 2.9%. Sales tax is added on the gross ticket price based on Maryland combined tax rate of 6% for state, county and city sales.Tax exempt status does not apply to individuals purchasing tickets. See Eventbrite for other supported currencies and information.ICON appreciates your support and understanding.⏰ SCHEDULEJuly 15-18, 20268am - 11pmThere's a lot still in the works and subject to change, but this is pretty close. All take place at MARYLAND INSTITUTE COLLEGE OF ART (MICA), or as noted.WEDNESDAY AM: Prisms and Workshops / PM: Motion Commotion at the ParkwayTHURSDAY AM: Prisms and Workshops / PM: Opening Keynote and The RoadshowFRIDAY AM: Mainstage / PM: The Gallery ShowSATURDAY AM: Mainstage / PM: Closing Party at American Visionary Art Museum?CONFERENCE LOCATIONSVenues subject to change, stay tuned.? Hotel Indigo Baltimore DowntownConference Hotel, 24 West Frankling Street, Baltimore, MD 21201Discount ReservationsThe Hotel Indigo is offering a group discount rate of $169.00 + fees and tax (quad occ.) per night a few days before and after the conference, so come early, or stick around to check out Baltimore. Rooms are ready, but will go fast, so make your reservation soon. A special link to reserve your room at the group discount rate will be sent to you by email with your paid conference registration confirmation.?️ Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)Mainstage, Sponsor Salon, Bookstore, Prisms Education Symposium and Workshops? ParkwayMotion Commotion?️ Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)The Roadshow/Opening Night Party? Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)Attendee Gallery Show? American Visionary Art MuseumClosing Night Party??‍♀️ WAYS TO PARTICIPATEAfter registering for the conference, you can look forward to additional information on workshops, shows and events to explore and share your talents as an exhibitor.✧ = Additional application + fee required? = Free with conference ticketWorkshops (Wednesday-Thursday)✧Workshops are extra and sold à la carte and are only available to pre-registered conference attendees. The sessions will include lectures, making classes and studio tours. Schedule with instructors and registration will open in April 2024.Portfolio Reviews (Wednesday)✧Portfolio Reviews are extra and sold à la carte and are only available to pre-registered conference attendees. Show your work to a curated group of art directors and artists.Motion Commotion at Parkway (Wednesday) ?Animation festival and screening of attendees work. Look for application coming soon.Roadshow Exhibitor (Thursday)✧Our high-energy, curated event and marketplace showcases the work and wares of more than 60 exhibiting illustrators and artisans as part of the Opening Party on Thursday evening, just after our Opening Ceremonies and Keynote on the Main Stage.Attendee Gallery Show (Friday) ?A curated exhibit of attendees work at Chambers Gallery. Look for application coming soon.Kaleidoscope ?Selected attendees present on the Main Stage, Pecha Kucha style. Look for application coming soon.? SPEAKERSMore than 60+ speakers will take to our Main Stage and PRISMS stages over four days. Here’s a short list of who’s coming… so far. Stay tuned for many more big names to come, includig our workshop instructors!Monet Alyssa • Golnoush Behmanesh •  Kristy Caldwell • Liam Cassidy • Jessi Cerutti •  Cheri Lee Charlton • Matthew Cook • Andrea Degener • Liza Donnelly • Yingda Dong • Mirko Illic • Noah Jodice • LA Johnson • Zihan Lin • Jenn Liv • Taylor Le • Christina Lee • Rohama Malik • Louis Henry Mitchell • Hadi Rahmati •Nishra Ranpura • Danielle Ridolfi • Kent Smith • Shadra Strickland • Dr. Karen Jiyun Sung • Tiny Inventions • Jonny Wilkinson • Kriota Willberg • Kohana Wilson • Sara Gómez Woolley? SPONSORSHIPSIf you're interested in becoming a SPONSOR, please contact Steven Compton.steven@theillustrationconference.org☎️ CONTACToffice@theillustrationconference.org646-669-8111 office212-470-0302 cellICON13 POSTER and CONFERENCE ARTIST: ANDREW HAENERTUES • 7/14/26 ?: 02:00 PM - 06:00 PMPre-Check In / RegistrationWED • 7/15/26?: 07:00 AM - 05:00 PMCheck-in / Registration?: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PMWorkshops (a la carte) @ MICA?: 09:00 AM - 04:00 PMPRISMS: Education Symposium @ MICA?: 04:00 PM - 06:00 PMPortfolio Review @ MICA?: 06:00 PMMotion Commotion @ ParkwayTHU• 7/16/26?: 07:00 AM - 05:00 PMCheck-in / Registration?: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PMWorkshops (a la carte) @ MICA?: 09:00 AM - 04:00 PMPRISMS: Education Symposium @ MICA?: 05:30 PM - 07:00 PMMAINSTAGE: Opening Ceremonies @ MICA?: 07:00 PM - 10:00 PMROADSHOW / OPENING PARTY @ MICAFRI • 7/17/26?: 09:00 AM - 07:00 PMMAINSTAGE: Presentations?: 08:00 PM - 10:00 PMAttendee Gallery Show @ MICASAT • 7/18/26?: 09:00 AM - 07:00 PMMAINSTAGE: Presentations & Closing Keynote?: 08:00 PM - 11:00 PMCLOSING NIGHT PARTY @ AVAM
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/baltimore/icon13-the-illustration-conference/100001808652431109
- **Event Categories**: business, conferences, workshops, art, parties, entertainment, festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
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- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 15 hours
  - Location: Maryland Institute College of Art
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 515.7, max: 611.1, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Baltimore
- **state**: MD
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Maryland Institute College of Art
- **lat**: 39.3074853
- **long**: -76.6216858
- **full address**: Maryland Institute College of Art, 1300 West Mount Royal Avenue, Baltimore, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is ICON13 The Illustration Conference being held?
  - **A:** ICON13 The Illustration Conference takes place on Wed, 15 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 pm at Maryland Institute College of Art, 1300 West Mount Royal Avenue, Baltimore, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing ICON13 The Illustration Conference?
  - **A:** ICON13 The Illustration Conference is organized by ICON The Illustration Conference.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** ICON13 The Illustration Conference is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Baltimore, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If ICON13 The Illustration Conference sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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