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Packing in the
attendees, every panel offered something to learn from, whether you were into the discussion
subject or not, as shown below with a brief description of each session. This weekend's
explorations delved straight into the heart of current fandom that lies in the surging
excitement of fan fiction, cosplay, collectors gatherings, as well as new and exciting anime
shows, video games, and manga to focus on for the next year. |
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 Costuming 102: The experts of costuming returned again for
another round of cosplay tips and tricks to create, design, and improve the process of
cosplay for anime conventions for all newcomers and experienced folks. Topics included
use of headdresses, handling large costumes, jewelry, feathers, wire harnesses, advanced wig
designs, back supports for large armor, online stores, spirit gum and remover, and sewing
resources. |
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| Cel Swap Meet: Avid collectors got together to talk about their cool
trips around town to grab the greatest cel scenes from Escaflowne, El Hazard, Lodoss War,
Fushigi Yugi, and much more. |
Fan Art Panel: Artists discussed seeing anime for the first
time and learning how to draw anime from that influence, taking compliments and criticism
hand in hand, and being professional with other fan artists. |
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| Fanfiction Panel: Fans got together in a discussion group to talk
about how to improve their idea-making process, character development, storytelling, dynamic
tension, suspension of disbelief, and learning not to break too far from the original
characters from the anime or manga. |
How to Get That Novel
Written: Bad habits and delay
tactics will get you nowhere, and these fanfiction experts helped the audience with ideas on
using different techniques to get the job done. Topics included subconscious ideas, creative
writing, computers vs. typewriters, staying off the addictive internet, and how to properly
handle luring distractions. |
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and discussions held throughout the very packed and exciting weekend included: Writing for Real 101, Bruce Falconer Productions, Meet the Boardies, Ani-Name
That Tune, Maximum Comics Artists Evaluation, Music Video 101 Basics, What is Kyle
Herbert.com?, DIY Publishing, Studio IronCat, Meet Panther Comics, No Lyfe Productions,
Doujinshi Panel, NewTek, Iron Artists, Alt.fan.sailormoon gathering, D7: Physical, History
of Anime 80's-2000's, Dr. Comet, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Anime Squares, Industry Trends
in Japan, DNA Productions, Ghostwerks, Bandai Entertainment, Marketing Your Novel, ADV
Films, Photoshop Coloring, Voice Acting Panel, Character Designing, MegaTokyo, Anime Match
Game, Music Video 201 Advanced Techniques, Sex and Science Fiction, Funimation, White
Radish, New Generation Pictures, Duel Jewel Q&A, Working With Editors, White Lightening,
Make Your Own Anime, Beckett Industry Panel, J-Rock/J-Pop, Amusing Stories from Behind the
Scenes, Art of Being a Pro at a Con, Character Designs for Anime and Games, and much more! |
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