The rule for San Diego Comic-Con is really quite simple: ‘go hard or go home’. And the boys and girls of Ignition Press have no intention of being sorrily bundled up the I-5 with their efforts this year – the boutique publisher is setting up shop in its own dedicated IGNITION PRESS ROOM at 643 G Street, running the entire duration of the con from 9am, Thursday 24th to 2pm, Sunday 27th July with a veritable metric shit-ton of talent appearing throughout.
Creators such as Jeremy Haun, Cullen Bunn, Leah Williams, Stephanie Williams, Inaki and Roy Miranda, Mike Tisserand, David Baldeon, Tim Seeley and Jim McCann will be on hand to meet and greet with fan, along with cosplayers, influencers and more. And then, in the evening, the space transforms into a pop-up party venue with Friday hosting a Voyeur Burlesque Show, hosted by THE CON GUY‘s own Ben Kliewer, and Saturday presenting an industry party where the beautiful and the grand of comics can mingle and smoose. Lucky for some
Coffee bars, Kickstarter workshops, art, signings and various states of undress… what more could a comics fan want or need? More details below.
Ignition Press Room Hours and Activations Revealed Ahead of Comic-Con
SDCC – Ignition Press’ Boutique Pop-Up Hosts Multiple Fan and Press Activations
Ignition Press proudly announces the numerous activations taking place at its boutique pop-up, the Ignition Press Room, during Comic-Con International in San Diego (SDCC) later this month.
Initially announced last month, the Ignition Press Room, located in the heart of the Gaslamp District (643 G Street), will be open with free admission to the public beginning on Thursday, July 24th from 9:00am PT until 5:00pm PT. The pop-up will open at 9:00am PT on Friday, July 25th, Saturday, July 26th, and Sunday, July 27th. The Ignition Press Room will close to the public at 4:00pm PT on Friday and Saturday, and at 2:00pm PT on Sunday.
In addition to signings and appearances by Ignition Press creators including Jeremy Haun, Cullen Bunn, Leah Williams, Stephanie Williams, Inaki and Roy Miranda, Mike Tisserand, David Baldeón, Tim Seeley, and Jim McCann, the Ignition Press Room will host numerous bespoke activations throughout SDCC.
Fans who RSVP to attend the Ignition Press Room at ignitionpress.myflodesk.com/freetoken will receive one free token, while supplies last, for the Ignition Press Room gachapon machine featuring exclusive stickers, enamel pins, and rare “Golden Tickets.” From Thursday to Saturday, 9:00am to 4:00pm PT, Ignition Press and Kickstarter are teaming up to energize Comic-Con attendees with one complimentary
premium coffee, espresso, chai, or tea from local favorite Seven Seas Roasting Company. The Ignition Press x Kickstarter Coffee Bar will
be located inside the Ignition Press Room. To claim a free beverage, fans simply need to opt into sharing their email address at the event. One drink per attendee, while supplies last. At the coffee bar, attendees will also get the chance to pick up a free copy of Kickstarter’s brand new “Guide to Comics” zine, packed with advice from Kickstarter creators and Kickstarter’s comics lead Sam Kusek, who all know exactly what it takes to run a successful crowdfunding campaign.
On Thursday, the Ignition Press Room will host “The Beauty Bar,” celebrating the return of the acclaimed, fan favorite comic series and debut of the upcoming FX show this fall. The Beauty Bar will feature special effects makeup demonstrations by fan favorite multimedia and SFX makeup artist, Keaghlan Ashley (SyFy’s Face Off; Face Off All Stars) with cosplayer and makeup artist, Chrissy Lynn. Ashley and Lynn will perform live SFX makeup applications transforming fan favorite cosplay models and influencers Dare Taylor, Ashlynn Dae, and Tema Time into the iconic look of the infected models featured on The Beauty covers. The Beauty Bar will be open for two live demonstrations from 9:00am PT until 12:00pm PT and again at 1:00pm PT until 4:00pm PT. The models will be available for photo opportunities after each demonstration at the Ignition Press Room and around the Gaslamp District. Lucky fans may receive an official The Beauty condom or even a BeautyFree enamel pin from the “infected”. (Ignition Press reminds all attendees that cosplay is not consent and will enforce respectful personal boundaries throughout the activation.)
The Ignition Press Room will host the Voyeur burlesque show performed by Herbal Elegance Revue, produced by Gwen Ruby, at 8:30pm PT
on Friday night. The burlesque show will be hosted by stand-up comedian, actor, and podcast host Ben Kliewer (The Con Guy). As previously announced, the first 100 fans (age 21+) to make a purchase at the Ignition Press Room will be invited to become voyeurs themselves and receive a free ticket to attend the special one night only performance. Tickets will be allocated to 50 tickets for customers on Thursday, July 24th and 50 tickets for customers on Friday, July 25th on a first come, first served basis. One ticket will be given out per person, per purchase. Each ticket will come with two drink tickets for complimentary beer or wine at the event.
True to its name, the Ignition Press Room will also feature a literal “press room” for journalists, bloggers, podcasters, and other members of the press to utilize throughout the activation. The private press area will feature comfortable seating, free high speed wi-fi, along with
complimentary refreshing beverages and snacks. Members of the press will also be able to enjoy complimentary Seven Seas Roasting Company coffee, espresso, and tea beverages at the Ignition Press x Kickstarter Coffee Bar. Additionally, the Ignition Press Room will feature a dedicated podcast recording studio which may be reserved in advance. Members of the press can access the press area and/or recording studio with either a verified press badge from Comic-Con International or onsite verification. Lastly, the Ignition Press Room will host an exclusive press preview on Wednesday, July 23rd from 5:00pm PT to 7:00pm PT with complementary sparkling wine or beer. Members of the press interested in attending the press preview and/or reserving time in the recording studio or press room should register at ignitionpress.myflodesk.com/pressroomrsvp.
Finally, the Ignition Press Room will host a private invite-only industry party for creators, retail partners, press, and other professionals, on Saturday night to cap the publisher’s celebration of its fanfacing debut. Ignition Press’ industry party will also feature the debut of a one of a kind multimedia Arcadia art installation by Inaki Miranda.
“We are incredibly excited to welcome fans, creators, press, retail partners, and business partners at the Ignition Press Room next week,”
said Ignition Press Publisher Filip Sablik. “Our entire teamalong with countless partners have been working for months to curate an
experience that will create lasting Comic-Con memories. The Ignition Press Room is truly a reflection of our values and aspirations for the comic book community come to life.”
Ignition Press is dedicated to empowering vibrant creativity through creator driven original stories, told with integrity and commitment, that meet their audience where they are. The Los Angeles-based comic book and graphic novel publisher was co-founded by publishing and
media industry veterans Eric Gitter (CEO), Filip Sablik (Publisher), Jamie S. Rich (Editor-in-Chief), and Jeremy Haun (Creative Director) in July 2024 and will exclusively publish creator driven original series beginning in September 2025. To stay up to date on Ignition Press news, become an Ignition Insider at www.ignitionpress.com.
About Keaghlan Ashley
Keaghlan Ashley is a versatile multimedia, performing artist, and educator committed to creating innovative characters and thought-provoking imagery. Keaghlan was a fan favorite contestant on SyFy’s hit makeup competition show Face Off, appearing on Season 7 and returning for Face Off All Stars. Her clients include Marvel, BBC America, Warner Brothers, Disney and WWE. https://keaghlanashley.com/
About Dare Taylor
Dare Taylor is an actress, singer-songwriter, model, and cosplayer, known for her dynamic performances and vibrant personality. Dare gained recognition in the cosplay community while working for the Walt Disney World company in entertainment. This year she was nominated for a Webby Award for her YouTube channel Dare Wears. https://www.instagram.com/daretaylorofficial/
About Ashlynn Dae
Ashlynne Dae is a cosplayer and content creator from Southern California. With a background in fashion design, she combines exceptional
costume fabrication and makeup artistry to bring beloved characters to life. As an influencer, Ashlynne engages her audience across social media platforms where she shares tutorials, behind the scenes content, and builds a strong, inclusive community around cosplay and geek
culture. https://www.ashlynnedae.com/
About Tema Time
Tema Time is a cosplayer, fabricator, and model, best known for her striking transformations into characters regardless of gender —
blending technical skill with dramatic visual artistry to bring her cosplays to life. Her work has led to collaborations with major game companies, fantasy balls, live events, and conventions, where she’s been hired to bring beloved characters off the screen and into reality.
https://www.instagram.com/tema_time/reels/
About Ben Kliewer
Ben Kliewer is an actor, comedian, producer and host based out of Los Angeles, CA. Ben has appeared in numerous national commercials, major motion pictures, and television series from Warner Bros., Amazon, Paramount, and Disney. An alumnus of the Upright Citizens Brigade and The Second City, Ben has performed improv, sketch, and stand-up across SoCal and is a producer and co-host of “The Con Guy,” podcast. https://benkliewer.com/
About Kickstarter
Kickstarter is on a mission to bring creative projects to life. As the leading crowdfunding and launch platform, Kickstarter is home to the world’s largest backer community — 23 million strong and counting. Since 2009, the platform has fueled innovation across 15 cat
egories, helping over 275,000 projects get funded and attracting more than $8 billion in pledges from backers. As a Public Benefit Corporation, Kickstarter is committed to equity and transparency, prioritizing the success of independent creators, diverse perspectives, and the strength of a global community that shapes and defines culture.
About Seven Seas Roasting Company
Seven Seas Roasting Co. is a veteran-owned specialty coffee roaster that works directly with farmers. Seven Seas sources the best coffees from around the world to make a difference in the lives of the farmers they work with as well as the communities they serve in Southern California. In 2024, Seven Seas was voted #1 local coffee in San Diego, and #1 local coffee in North County by the San Diego Reader.
In 2025, Seven Seas coffee truck was voted San Diego’s Best by the Union Tribune.
About Ignition Press
Ignition Press is the Los Angeles-based comic book and graphic novel publisher co-founded by publishing and media industry veterans Eric Gitter, Filip Sablik, Jamie S. Rich, and Jeremy Haun. The upstart creator-driven company will exclusively publish original series beginning in September 2025 including Murder Podcast and Voyeur. Ignition Press is repped by WME and attorneys Fred Goodman and Rich Marin of
Marin Goodman, LLP.
