Workshops are always a
great resource for interested fans who want more hands-on learning experience with experts in
the fields of traditional Japanese dance, animation techniques, and digital work. Field
specialists from respected colleges and companies helped attendees enjoy their weekend by
having them participate in numerous interactive workshops. |
Anime
Expo 2004 |
Traditional Japanese Dance: World
renowned Japanese dancer and choreographer Wakana Hanayagi led this packed workshop featuring traditional dance techniques and interactive lessons on the dance floor. Ms. Hanayagi is a proud member of the U.S. Conservatory of Japanese Classical Dance and through her dances has led numerous sessions to help enhance the cultural horizons of world-minded individuals everywhere. |
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Deleter: How to Draw Manga: Deleter instructors were on hand to help
beginners and seasoned manga enthusiasts review and practice their art forms in advancing
towards the next stage of creating their own manga works. Topics included advanced
character designs, drawing techniques, best tools for the job, and constant attention to
practice. |
Deleter: CG Illustration: Deleter instructors and an area full of
computers with Photoshop tools helped beginners and seasoned illustrators practice their
skills with advanced tools and techniques. Topics included learning the details for
each tool and the possibilities of each depending on what you could draw and follow-up
practice sessions made the afternoon quite a busy time. |
Cosplay Wig Making: If cosplay is
your thing, then this was definitely the place to be! Experienced cosplayer Katie Bair and fellow associates talked about cosplay wigs including the 'Three C's" (combing, curling, and cutting), learning which tools and styling products work best for different applications, tips for translating 2D illustrations into 3D works of wig art, wig dyeing, and recognizing fiber types for the cosplay wig connoisseur. |
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