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Caption Rebirth Event feedback

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Andy-Luke @andy-luke.bsky.social · 4d

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CaptionComicFest @captioncomicfest.bsky.social · 25d

And now a word from our sponsor about advance access

Andy-Luke @andy-luke.bsky.social · 25d

The first batch of videos from Caption Comics Fest 2025 just dropped on my Patreon. Full access from £1 and if you don't want to commit just unsubscribe before the 1st patreon.com/andyluke

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Simon Birch @delargebc.bsky.social · Sep 4

I couldn't actually get to @captioncomicfest.bsky.social this year but they sent me the program along with the shirt I bought! I will 110% be there next year.

Caption Rebirth 2025: The Day After

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Andy-Luke @andy-luke.bsky.social · 29d

Small print and puns by @amuletts.bsky.social and myself from the 2025 @captioncomicfest.bsky.social committee adventure.

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Andy-Luke @andy-luke.bsky.social · Aug 29

Bonus video. This is me on the afternoon after Caption Comics Festival, healthy! Also, computer is fixed now. youtu.be/ALq0BizOZks

YouTube video by Andrew Luke

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Selina Lock @selinalock.bsky.social · Aug 18

The Life of Wiley. An exhibition in celebration & memory of comic creator Terry Wiley. Curated & produced by @signorfurioso.bsky.social for @captioncomicfest.bsky.social

Terry loved Caption 💜

Read the original tribute text, which was reproduced downthetubes.net/in-memoriam-...

A display art by, and photos, of small press comic legend Terry Wiley. Plus the text of a piece in memory of Terry written by Jay Eales for Down the Tubes.

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CaptionComicFest @captioncomicfest.bsky.social · Sep 1

The seal of delight from The Superstar himself. I know you have video. Tag us!

James Kochalka Superstar @kochalka.bsky.social · Aug 17

Holy cow, they’re back!

If I was gonna be in Oxford I’d definitely attend Kochalka Puppet Theatre I can tell ya that.

CaptionComicFest @captioncomicfest.bsky.social · Aug 13

COUNTDOWN! THREE DAYS TO GO!

Got your ticket yet?

Reminder- We have Comics Laureate Bobby Joseph with a presentation on the importance of diversity in comics! We have Darryl Cunningham in conversation with Hannah Berry! We have Richard Starzecki's Kochalka Puppet Theatre Rewind! And more>

Chris shepherd returns to Animated Encounters – Thursday 25th September – Anfield Road

CaptionComicFest @captioncomicfest.bsky.social · Aug 20

Missing at Caption. Did you accidentally take home a pair of reading glasses, brown frames thick lenses and in a grey case? Please get in touch with @pbrainey.bsky.social

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CaptionComicFest @captioncomicfest.bsky.social · Aug 17

The sun rises on a glorious Sunday and Caption day 2!

Thanks to all those faces old and new who attended yesterday and made the first Caption in 8 years a success. We still have more to enjoy today: https://captionfestival.co.uk/2025/08/10/caption-newsletter-6/

See you there!

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CaptionComicFest @captioncomicfest.bsky.social · Aug 15

TODAY IS THE DAY!

IMPORTANT -

Collect your tickets ONLY FROM THE VENUE - Seacourt Hall - on the day!

Check your travel plans!

Go to https://captionfestival.co.uk/2025/08/10/caption-newsletter-6/ for all the information about the Venue, Location, Programme and more.

See you there!

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holly r @iliadtea.bsky.social · Aug 15

tomorrow!🩷

CaptionComicFest @captioncomicfest.bsky.social · Aug 15

COUNTDOWN! ONE DAY TO GO!

Great Scott! Sweet Merciful Zeus! Great Caesar's Ghost!

Caption: Rebirth is literally tomorrow!

Got your ticket yet?

We have sent out emails previously to attendees but otherwise:

IMPORTANT -

Collect your tickets ONLY FROM THE VENUE - Seacourt Hall - on the day!>

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Andy Oliver @andywpoliver.bsky.social · Aug 14

I will still be at @captioncomicfest.bsky.social on Saturday for the #BF6toWatch panel and around all day. I'm also doing portfolio reviews but if you haven't booked a slot with me and still want to chat about your work then please give me a shout in advance. I'll do my best to make that happen.

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Broken Frontier @brokenfrontier.bsky.social · Aug 14

It’s @captioncomicfest.bsky.social at the weekend so our first Gosh Broken Frontier Drink and Draw theme tonight is “Phoenix”. You have 30mins to draw on that! #GoshBFDD

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Andy Oliver @andywpoliver.bsky.social · Aug 15

On my way on the train to Oxford and going through my questions for the @brokenfrontier.bsky.social #BF6toWatch panel at @captioncomicfest.bsky.social.

Yeah I print them out. I’m old school,

Panel notes with the Broken Frontier and Caption Festival logos.

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Chris Shepherd @thechrisshepherd.bsky.social · Aug 15

Bristol friends! I will be back at Encounters Film Festival on the 25th September. Also if you are Oxford way tomorrow (16th August) why not come along and see me at the wonderful @captioncomicfest.bsky.social. Check out the blog. @comicstitan.bsky.social anfieldroadstory.com/chris-shephe...

Chris to Appear at Animated Encounters in Bristol! We’re thrilled to announce that Chris will be appearing at Animated Encounter s , one of the UK’s most v

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CaptionComicFest @captioncomicfest.bsky.social · Aug 15

Important! Oxford has roadblock-pocalypse!
By train and bus: barriers at train station. Walk through to bridge on Botley Road. From there: 4a/b/c, S1, U1/400
Your stop is West Way. Hit the bell when you see the towering Premier Inn on the left. All buses take debit cards.
(Pls share!)

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CaptionComicFest @captioncomicfest.bsky.social · Aug 15

Important! Oxford has roadblock-pocalypse!
If coming by car, check your route before the ring road.
Seacourt Park & Ride is about 12 mins walk from venue. Paid parking beside venue.
(Separate post for those on public transport)
Please share these!

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CaptionComicFest @captioncomicfest.bsky.social · Aug 15

Go to captionfestival.co.uk/2025/08/10/c... for all the information about the Venue (www.seacourthall.org.uk), Location, Programme and more.

If you have any questions, now is the time to contact us here or direct to [email protected].

See you there!

Caption Newsletter #6 – Caption Small Press & Comics Festival

Caption Newsletter #6 – Caption Small Press & Comics Festival

CaptionComicFest @captioncomicfest.bsky.social · Aug 15

Buses pick up there: 4a/b/c, S1, U1/400. Your stop is West Way. After the overpass, look for the towering Premier Inn on the left and hit the bell on the next stop. All buses take debit cards.>

Caption Newsletter #6 – Caption Small Press & Comics Festival

CaptionComicFest @captioncomicfest.bsky.social · Aug 15

Check your travel plans! Oxford has roadblock-pocalypse! By train and bus: barriers at train station. Make your way by foot over the bridge on Botley Road. >

CaptionComicFest @captioncomicfest.bsky.social · Aug 15

COUNTDOWN! ONE DAY TO GO!

Great Scott! Sweet Merciful Zeus! Great Caesar's Ghost!

Caption: Rebirth is literally tomorrow!

Got your ticket yet?

We have sent out emails previously to attendees but otherwise:

IMPORTANT -

Collect your tickets ONLY FROM THE VENUE - Seacourt Hall - on the day!>

About – Caption Small Press & Comics Festival

CaptionComicFest @captioncomicfest.bsky.social · Aug 14

Remember all panels and workshops are included with your festival ticket price. And more!

Go to captionfestival.co.uk/about/ for more details!