John L. Coker III photographs, 1939-1999, bulk 1987-1997

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Summary

Creators:
Coker, John L., III
Abstract:
The collection consists of 200 photographs of notable science fiction and fantasy figures taken by John L. Coker III during the late 1980s and early 1990s. The photographs, taken mostly at various conventions, have also all been matted and signed by the subjects of the photographs.
Extent:
28.19 linear feet (20 boxes)
Language:
The collection is in English .
Preferred citation:

[identification of item], [date if possible]. John L. Coker III photographs (MS 283). Special Collections & University Archives, University of California, Riverside.

Background

Scope and content:

The collection consists of 200 photographs of notable science fiction and fantasy figures taken by John L. Coker III during the late 1980s and early 1990s. The photographs, taken mostly at various conventions, have also all been matted and signed by the subjects of the photographs.

Biographical / historical:

John L. Coker III is a photographer, author, reporter, editor, publisher, and science fiction fan. His photographs and articles have regularly appeared in publications like Scientifiction, Tangent, LOCUS, and SF Chronicle, and he has edited multiple works on various science fiction authors and science fiction fandom. He was a founding member of the First Fandom Experience, and currently serves as the President of First Fandom.

Acquisition information:
Purchased in 2023.
Processing information:

Processed by Jessica Geiser, Collections Management Librarian, 2024.

Arrangement:

The collection is organized into 16 series based on the convention or event where Coker's photographs were taken. The series are as follows:

  • Series 1. Archon 19, 1995
  • Series 2. Atlanta Fantasy Fair, 1990
  • Series 3. DeepSouthCon, 1987-1988
  • Series 4. Dragon Con, 1993-1994, undated
  • Series 5. Famous Monsters Con, 1993
  • Series 6. I-Con, 1991, 1995, 1998
  • Series 7. LibertyCon 3, 1989
  • Series 8. Magnum Opus Con, undated
  • Series 9. OASIS, 1988, 1991
  • Series 10. Rivercon 19, 1994
  • Series 11. Sercon 3, 1988
  • Series 12. SoonerCon 8, 1992
  • Series 13. Tropicon XI, 1993
  • Series 14. World Fantasy Convention, 1987-1997, undated
  • Series 15. Worldcon, 1992, 1997
  • Series 16. Unidentified conventions, events, and other photos, 1939, 1990-1999
Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard

Access and use

Terms of access:

The collection is open for research.

Copyright has not been assigned to the University of California, Riverside Libraries, Special Collections & University Archives. Distribution or reproduction of materials protected by copyright beyond that allowed by fair use requires the written permission of the copyright owners. To the extent other restrictions apply, permission for distribution or reproduction from the applicable rights holder is also required. Responsibility for obtaining permissions, and for any use rests exclusively with the user.

Preferred citation:

[identification of item], [date if possible]. John L. Coker III photographs (MS 283). Special Collections & University Archives, University of California, Riverside.

Location of this collection:
University of California, Riverside - Special Collections and University Archives
P.O. Box 5900
Riverside, CA 92517-5900, US
Contact:
(951) 827-3233
specialcollections@ucr.edu
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