Welcome to the Creative World Portfolio of Jason C. Gares
Award-winning filmmaker, artist, and model-building enthusiast Jason C. Gares shares his passion for creativity through Video Workbench, the pioneering instructional series for scale-model builders. Explore his acclaimed documentary Beyond the Comic Panels, in-depth eBook Building Large Scale Sci-Fi & Fantasy Models, and the Midwest Gaming Classic Podcast—available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.
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Explore JasonGares.com to watch, learn, and be inspired.
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Midwest Gaming Classic Podcast – Season 5 | Premiering Tuesday, November 25, 2025
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The Midwest Gaming Classic Podcast returns for its highly anticipated Season 5, hosted by Jason C. Gares, the convention’s Panel Room Director and Workshops Coordinator.
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This new season picks up right where it left off — continuing with unforgettable panels from the 2017 convention before rolling straight into exclusive recordings from 2018. Across 22 all-new episodes, listeners will relive the excitement, passion, and behind-the-scenes stories that define the Midwest’s biggest celebration of gaming, arcades, and pop culture.
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The season concludes with a special 25th-Anniversary preview episode, featuring an exclusive interview with co-owner Dan Loosen and Entertainment Director Matt Isbill, offering a sneak peek at what’s next for the show and its ever-growing community.
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Tune in beginning November 25, 2025, wherever you listen to podcasts (Apple Podcasts and Spotify), or watch on the official Midwest Gaming Classic YouTube channel.
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Video Workbench: The Original How-To Series for Model Builders
Since the early 1990s, Video Workbench has been the go-to instructional series for scale-model enthusiasts. Created by Kevin Campbell and now hosted by Jason C. Gares, it continues to inspire builders with clear, engaging lessons on assembly, detailing, painting, weathering, and diorama design.
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All eight original titles are now available to buy, rent, or stream, bringing the classic VHS and DVD tutorials to today’s digital platforms. Plus, three brand-new releases — Tips, Tricks & Techniques for Model Kit Building, Airbrush Basics, and Weathering in 1 Hour with AK Interactive — carry the legacy forward for a new generation of modelers.
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Click below to explore the series and take your model-building skills to the next level.
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NOW AVAILABLE DIRECTLY FROM THE AUTHOR!
BUILDING LARGE SCALE SCI-FI & FANTASY MODELS
Discover the Ultimate Guide to Sci-Fi & Fantasy Scale Models!
Step into a 473-page digital masterclass by Jason C. Gares — award-winning author, filmmaker, and owner of the Video Workbench series. More than an eBook, it’s a fully loaded workshop at your fingertips.
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Drawn from eight expanded articles first published in the legendary Sci-Fi & Fantasy Modeller UK magazine, this collection brings classic techniques and creativity back to life. Each chapter blends expert instruction, vivid photography, and Jason’s storytelling to showcase advanced builds, painting methods, resin work, casting tips, and imaginative dioramas.
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Whether you’re a veteran modeler or just getting started, you’ll find hands-on guidance, insider tricks, and inspiration to take your skills to the next level.
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See sample pages and make this must-have guide yours today — click the button below to explore!
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Beyond the Comic Panels: A Celebration of Creativity and Storytelling
Step inside the vibrant world of comics with Beyond the Comic Panels, an award-winning documentary by Jason C. Gares, filmed on location at Wizard World Madison. Twelve professional artists, publishers, and animators share their journeys — how they broke in, honed their craft, and turned passion into profession.
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Blending candid interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and Jason’s signature storytelling, the film celebrates creativity, perseverance, and the art of making imagination real.
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Official selection of 10 film festivals and winner of 12 awards, Beyond the Comic Panels continues the Video Workbench tradition of teaching, inspiring, and honoring the artists who bring stories to life.
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Click the button below to watch the trailer, explore the film, and see how Beyond the Comic Panels brings the art of comics to life.
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