Dublin Comic Arts Festival
@dublincomicarts.bsky.social
DCAF is a quarterly small press comic arts festival in Dublin, Ireland. Founded by Matt Melis and The Comics Lab, organised by DCAF Committee volunteers. Next DCAF: November 30th at The Complex, Smithfield D07XR70
https://www.dublincomicarts.ie/links
https://www.dublincomicarts.ie/links
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Join DCAF at the Complex: Sunday 30th November, 11am-5pm.
Put the date in your calendar. And share this post to spread the word. 💖 See you there!
Poster by Maria Pareja
Put the date in your calendar. And share this post to spread the word. 💖 See you there!
Poster by Maria Pareja
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It’s big recommendation day! Starting with the ever popular Sacred Bodies by @verface.bsky.social
A brilliant little book about finding connection with an unknown partner, overcoming and embracing troubled pasts and just a fantastic snapshot of a larger world.
littledeercomics.ie/products/sac...
A brilliant little book about finding connection with an unknown partner, overcoming and embracing troubled pasts and just a fantastic snapshot of a larger world.
littledeercomics.ie/products/sac...
December 21, 2025 at 12:07 PM
It’s big recommendation day! Starting with the ever popular Sacred Bodies by @verface.bsky.social
A brilliant little book about finding connection with an unknown partner, overcoming and embracing troubled pasts and just a fantastic snapshot of a larger world.
littledeercomics.ie/products/sac...
A brilliant little book about finding connection with an unknown partner, overcoming and embracing troubled pasts and just a fantastic snapshot of a larger world.
littledeercomics.ie/products/sac...
This wonderful made video by Rón Maguire highlights how integral The Complex has been for DCAF's growth #SaveTheComplex
December 16, 2025 at 12:23 PM
This wonderful made video by Rón Maguire highlights how integral The Complex has been for DCAF's growth #SaveTheComplex
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Have you written your reps? Please take 5 minutes to do so. €6 million saves The Complex, one of the last remaining arts venues in Dublin and the home of @dublincomicarts.bsky.social !
It’s an obvious easy win, which means we need to drag our government over the line kicking and screaming!
It’s an obvious easy win, which means we need to drag our government over the line kicking and screaming!
December 9, 2025 at 10:59 AM
Have you written your reps? Please take 5 minutes to do so. €6 million saves The Complex, one of the last remaining arts venues in Dublin and the home of @dublincomicarts.bsky.social !
It’s an obvious easy win, which means we need to drag our government over the line kicking and screaming!
It’s an obvious easy win, which means we need to drag our government over the line kicking and screaming!
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Honestly it’s Not Ideal to have to rework my webshop like this during the Christmas season but #savethecomplex is essential to the stability of Little Deer, @dublincomicarts.bsky.social and the Dublin arts scene in general!
So please take a moment:
littledeercomics.ie/blogs/news/s...
So please take a moment:
littledeercomics.ie/blogs/news/s...
December 9, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Honestly it’s Not Ideal to have to rework my webshop like this during the Christmas season but #savethecomplex is essential to the stability of Little Deer, @dublincomicarts.bsky.social and the Dublin arts scene in general!
So please take a moment:
littledeercomics.ie/blogs/news/s...
So please take a moment:
littledeercomics.ie/blogs/news/s...
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TOMORROW!
I'm tabling at the excellent @dublincomicarts.bsky.social from 11-5 in The Complex, 12 Mary's Abbey, Smithfield and I'll have comics, prints and postcards galore for you to pick up, be it for yourself or a seasonal gift!
Don't miss out on so many great artists!
I'm tabling at the excellent @dublincomicarts.bsky.social from 11-5 in The Complex, 12 Mary's Abbey, Smithfield and I'll have comics, prints and postcards galore for you to pick up, be it for yourself or a seasonal gift!
Don't miss out on so many great artists!
November 29, 2025 at 12:34 PM
TOMORROW!
I'm tabling at the excellent @dublincomicarts.bsky.social from 11-5 in The Complex, 12 Mary's Abbey, Smithfield and I'll have comics, prints and postcards galore for you to pick up, be it for yourself or a seasonal gift!
Don't miss out on so many great artists!
I'm tabling at the excellent @dublincomicarts.bsky.social from 11-5 in The Complex, 12 Mary's Abbey, Smithfield and I'll have comics, prints and postcards galore for you to pick up, be it for yourself or a seasonal gift!
Don't miss out on so many great artists!
DCAF is tomorrow!!!! Don't miss your opportunity to support artists and get some unique gifts for your favourite people this holiday season!!! There is so much to choose from. We've only highlighted a tiny amount of the cool things you'll find tomorrow at The Complex, Dublin 7
November 29, 2025 at 8:52 PM
DCAF is tomorrow!!!! Don't miss your opportunity to support artists and get some unique gifts for your favourite people this holiday season!!! There is so much to choose from. We've only highlighted a tiny amount of the cool things you'll find tomorrow at The Complex, Dublin 7
DCAF is happening tomorrow. We thought it was time to reshare why we mask at DCAF events. We have exhibiting artists and audience members who are immuno-suppressed and immuno-compromised. Masking ensures everyone can safely participate in DCAF! 😷❤️
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November 29, 2025 at 8:51 PM
DCAF is happening tomorrow. We thought it was time to reshare why we mask at DCAF events. We have exhibiting artists and audience members who are immuno-suppressed and immuno-compromised. Masking ensures everyone can safely participate in DCAF! 😷❤️
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Our Debut Book page is heaving with new titles for DCAF this Sunday! For more information check out our website: www.dublincomicarts.ie/debut-books
November 28, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Our Debut Book page is heaving with new titles for DCAF this Sunday! For more information check out our website: www.dublincomicarts.ie/debut-books
Don't forget to gather your old comics and get some great swaps this Sunday!
November 28, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Don't forget to gather your old comics and get some great swaps this Sunday!
OUR NEXT EVENT IS NOVEMBER 30TH, SO IT'S TIME TO MEET OUR ARTISTS PT.2!
Kayla Marok is an illustrator, animator and storyteller. Her work is eerie, playful and strangely nostalgic.
Kayla Marok is an illustrator, animator and storyteller. Her work is eerie, playful and strangely nostalgic.
November 1, 2025 at 5:58 PM
OUR NEXT EVENT IS NOVEMBER 30TH, SO IT'S TIME TO MEET OUR ARTISTS PT.2!
Kayla Marok is an illustrator, animator and storyteller. Her work is eerie, playful and strangely nostalgic.
Kayla Marok is an illustrator, animator and storyteller. Her work is eerie, playful and strangely nostalgic.
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Received some wonderful portraits as part of fundraiser below
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**DCAF FUNDRAISER!!!** Our very talented committee members have donated their time for a 5-min portrait fundraiser to help cover the costs of running DCAF in 2026. Prices from €5 (or donate what you can).
How it works below!
How it works below!
October 22, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Received some wonderful portraits as part of fundraiser below
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OUR NEXT EVENT IS NOVEMBER 30TH, SO IT'S TIME TO MEET OUR ARTISTS!
First up is our poster artist, Maria Pareja!
Maria is an illustrator that loves bringing color and a pinch of dark humor with her magical little doodles.
First up is our poster artist, Maria Pareja!
Maria is an illustrator that loves bringing color and a pinch of dark humor with her magical little doodles.
October 21, 2025 at 3:56 PM
OUR NEXT EVENT IS NOVEMBER 30TH, SO IT'S TIME TO MEET OUR ARTISTS!
First up is our poster artist, Maria Pareja!
Maria is an illustrator that loves bringing color and a pinch of dark humor with her magical little doodles.
First up is our poster artist, Maria Pareja!
Maria is an illustrator that loves bringing color and a pinch of dark humor with her magical little doodles.
DCAF FUNDRAISER! From €5! Pet portraits now available! Our very talented committee members have donated their time for a 5-min portrait fundraiser. To help cover the cost of running DCAF in 2026.
October 9, 2025 at 9:52 AM
DCAF FUNDRAISER! From €5! Pet portraits now available! Our very talented committee members have donated their time for a 5-min portrait fundraiser. To help cover the cost of running DCAF in 2026.
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN! forms.gle/QrHfs4amtGwf...
October 7, 2025 at 4:57 PM
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN! forms.gle/QrHfs4amtGwf...
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DCAF is in full swing! Life drawing happening up in the loft until 4 and we’re here until 5! Find us in The Complex between Capel Street and the old Fruit Market!
@dublincomicarts.bsky.social
@dublincomicarts.bsky.social
October 5, 2025 at 1:29 PM
DCAF is in full swing! Life drawing happening up in the loft until 4 and we’re here until 5! Find us in The Complex between Capel Street and the old Fruit Market!
@dublincomicarts.bsky.social
@dublincomicarts.bsky.social
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One hour left! Plenty of time to reach The Complex (almost a dead centre bullseye in the middle of Dublin!) for @dublincomicarts.bsky.social !
Come meet Mollie Cronin and buy her new comic! Plus 100 local artists!
Come meet Mollie Cronin and buy her new comic! Plus 100 local artists!
October 5, 2025 at 2:54 PM
One hour left! Plenty of time to reach The Complex (almost a dead centre bullseye in the middle of Dublin!) for @dublincomicarts.bsky.social !
Come meet Mollie Cronin and buy her new comic! Plus 100 local artists!
Come meet Mollie Cronin and buy her new comic! Plus 100 local artists!
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ooo i gotta lot of stuff today at @dublincomicarts.bsky.social! good times as always
October 5, 2025 at 4:48 PM
ooo i gotta lot of stuff today at @dublincomicarts.bsky.social! good times as always
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October 5, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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Leaving this mess for Future Matt because Present Matt needs rest!
Thank you for a wonderful autumn @dublincomicarts.bsky.social ! Thank you Happy Out for keeping my migraine at bay with caffeine, thank you Mollie Cronin for travelling all the way from Canada and printing a book with us!
Thank you for a wonderful autumn @dublincomicarts.bsky.social ! Thank you Happy Out for keeping my migraine at bay with caffeine, thank you Mollie Cronin for travelling all the way from Canada and printing a book with us!
October 5, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Leaving this mess for Future Matt because Present Matt needs rest!
Thank you for a wonderful autumn @dublincomicarts.bsky.social ! Thank you Happy Out for keeping my migraine at bay with caffeine, thank you Mollie Cronin for travelling all the way from Canada and printing a book with us!
Thank you for a wonderful autumn @dublincomicarts.bsky.social ! Thank you Happy Out for keeping my migraine at bay with caffeine, thank you Mollie Cronin for travelling all the way from Canada and printing a book with us!
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Shout-out to @dublincomicarts.bsky.social, every single member of the crew, for making DCAF such a great show today.
Great to see the community so alive and supportive.
Great to see the community so alive and supportive.
All set up for @dublincomicarts.bsky.social
New table, filled with comics and prints that are waiting to join your home!
Including my team ups with @ikadraws.bsky.social, Travis Mercer, @georgekambadais.bsky.social, @sebastianpiriz.bsky.social and more
Come to The Complex 11-5 today!
New table, filled with comics and prints that are waiting to join your home!
Including my team ups with @ikadraws.bsky.social, Travis Mercer, @georgekambadais.bsky.social, @sebastianpiriz.bsky.social and more
Come to The Complex 11-5 today!
October 5, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Shout-out to @dublincomicarts.bsky.social, every single member of the crew, for making DCAF such a great show today.
Great to see the community so alive and supportive.
Great to see the community so alive and supportive.
Join DCAF at the Complex: Sunday 30th November, 11am-5pm.
Put the date in your calendar. And share this post to spread the word. 💖 See you there!
Poster by Maria Pareja
Put the date in your calendar. And share this post to spread the word. 💖 See you there!
Poster by Maria Pareja
October 6, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Join DCAF at the Complex: Sunday 30th November, 11am-5pm.
Put the date in your calendar. And share this post to spread the word. 💖 See you there!
Poster by Maria Pareja
Put the date in your calendar. And share this post to spread the word. 💖 See you there!
Poster by Maria Pareja
**DCAF FUNDRAISER!!!** Our very talented committee members have donated their time for a 5-min portrait fundraiser to help cover the costs of running DCAF in 2026. Prices from €5 (or donate what you can).
How it works below!
How it works below!
September 21, 2025 at 9:28 AM
**DCAF FUNDRAISER!!!** Our very talented committee members have donated their time for a 5-min portrait fundraiser to help cover the costs of running DCAF in 2026. Prices from €5 (or donate what you can).
How it works below!
How it works below!
MEET OUR ARTISTS! @lisamchugo.bsky.social Lisa McHugo is an illustrator from Galway. She creates dreamy digital illustrations exploring themes if mythology, magic, adventure and friendship.
September 19, 2025 at 4:02 PM
MEET OUR ARTISTS! @lisamchugo.bsky.social Lisa McHugo is an illustrator from Galway. She creates dreamy digital illustrations exploring themes if mythology, magic, adventure and friendship.
MEET OUR ARTISTS! We're trying out smaller threads because they get more unwieldy as they get longer!
@artsyruthless I'm Karla, Irish tattoo artist, illustrator, lover of spooky things, maker of plushies and problems!
@artsyruthless I'm Karla, Irish tattoo artist, illustrator, lover of spooky things, maker of plushies and problems!
September 17, 2025 at 11:14 AM
MEET OUR ARTISTS! We're trying out smaller threads because they get more unwieldy as they get longer!
@artsyruthless I'm Karla, Irish tattoo artist, illustrator, lover of spooky things, maker of plushies and problems!
@artsyruthless I'm Karla, Irish tattoo artist, illustrator, lover of spooky things, maker of plushies and problems!
MEET OUR ARTISTS! First up is our poster artist @amiegerardi
@amiegerardi is a Designer for Animation and Illustrator currently based in Dublin. Her work is influenced by nature, people watching from the top of Dublin Bus, and whatever it is she's worrying about now.
@amiegerardi is a Designer for Animation and Illustrator currently based in Dublin. Her work is influenced by nature, people watching from the top of Dublin Bus, and whatever it is she's worrying about now.
September 5, 2025 at 9:10 AM
MEET OUR ARTISTS! First up is our poster artist @amiegerardi
@amiegerardi is a Designer for Animation and Illustrator currently based in Dublin. Her work is influenced by nature, people watching from the top of Dublin Bus, and whatever it is she's worrying about now.
@amiegerardi is a Designer for Animation and Illustrator currently based in Dublin. Her work is influenced by nature, people watching from the top of Dublin Bus, and whatever it is she's worrying about now.