If you’re heading to San Diego Comic-Con this year, there’s one stop that should be on your list: Artist Patrick Ballesteros. Known for his nostalgic, kid-style takes on pop culture icons, Patrick has built a devoted following — and for good reason. His charming art, packed with heart and humor, consistently draws long lines and sells out fast. For 2025, he’s coming back with a fresh batch of exclusives, debuts, mini originals, commissions, and more surprises.

You can also catch Patrick at his annual pre-con Pop-Up event on Tuesday, July 22 from 3pm–6pm at Mnemonic Coffee (2604 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103), with more details still to come.

[UPDATE April 7]

For those hoping to snag a custom piece, Patrick will be opening 25 commission spots for SDCC 2025 starting Tuesday, April 8 at 10am PT. Once those slots are filled, any additional requests will be added to a waitlist.

To reserve your spot, email [email protected] with the subject line “SDCC 2025 Commission Request.” If you’re new to his commissions, Patrick will provide a detailed breakdown of the process and pricing based on your request; returning collectors will already know what to expect. After receiving your rate, you’ll have 24 hours to submit payment — otherwise, your spot will go to the next person in line.

Patrick personally replies to every inquiry, so hang tight as he works through the list.