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 Writing for Manga: If you've got an idea and you've got the will to
draw, then crank it out! Veteran artists from Imbrium Studios talked about putting your
name and art out in the artists alleys, making panels flow with your scripts, being prepared
for reader criticism, being patient and keeping your target audience in mind, and focusing on
getting manga ideas done rather than letting them sit on the backburner.
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Cosplay Craftsmanship: Veteran cosplayers gathered together to talk
about advanced craftsmanship costumes and props for cosplay enthusiasts who love to compete as
well as show off their latest skills at numerous cons. Topics covered budgets, making
and transporting large props, working in stages, sewing tips, molding and casting advice,
simple vs. elaborate fabrics, and more.
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Anime Fansubbing: One of the most popular anime fandoms of our time
are the anime fansubs, which is the backbone for how anime clubs and anime cons got started in
the first place. Fansub enthusiasts talked about different font effects, popular
software programs to use for subtitling, getting good source material for scripts and timing,
sticking with the best file compression formats, and using the best available hardware to make
the best quality videos.
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Anatomy for Artists: Representatives from Imbrium Studios talked about
their experiences on learning the basics of human anatomy towards drawing manga and
anime. Topics covered facial expressions, popular fighting poses, proper ways to draw
hands holding weapons, learning the human muscular system not for accuracy but for grace and
style, and sources for studying all the intricate parts of what make us human.
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Plus-Sized Cosplay: Cosplay will always be a hobby and for those who
are proud about their plus-size body and want to cosplay, veterans talked about how to do it
with grace and style. Topics featured lengthening tops and skirts, bringing more
vertical elements into the costume, interfacing pieces for a more pleasing shape, boning for
support, and much more.
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EGL Fashion Show: Elegant Gothic Lolita fashions are all the rage
these past couple of years and the trend is still growing, thanks to ever more stylish
ensembles and fan interest in extravagant wardrobes. This year's show saw many EGL
presentations seen in the cosplay galleries as well as panelists talking about EGL resources,
accessories, and much more.
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