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The most popular parts
of the anime convention scene are the panels and discussion groups that speak out for unique
interests pertaining to the hobbyist in all of us. This year at SakuraCon 2003, numerous
panels packed in the crowds to listen in and emphasize fan participation. In this
section of the convention environment, we'll show you some of the exciting panels to be at
throughout the busy weekend schedule. |
SakuraCon
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 Voice Acting: American Voice Actresses Michelle Ruff and Hilary Haag lended their voice
acting knowledge and expertise to the curious audience as topics included studio life,
locations, styles of voices, vocal quality and background, theatrical experience, and
emotional aspects of various anime characters. |
Cel Collectors
Gathering: JP Jouver led
an informative cel panel covering the various costs, valuable shopping resources, CG
concerns, post-production cels, and special edition reproductions for the collector
market. Also included were huge cel displays with cels from shows like Nausicaa,
Tenchi Muyou, and Ranma 1/2. |
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Prop
Construction: Enormous
sci-fi fans Betty Bigelow, Dave Tacket, and Anita Taylor were panelists at this very helpful
session to discuss and show off their latest works of art for the extremely dedicated
costuming community. Panelists showed how with simple found objects, anyone could
design, build, and modify cool weapons to enhance the look of any costume for hall or stage
use. Topics also covered use of molds, Easter eggs, choices of paints, pipes, armor,
making staffs, various tough glues, building for structural strength, and much more. |
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| Guests of Honor
Q&A: Japanese Guests
of Honor were on hand at a Roundtable discussion to talk about their latest endeavors in the
hot anime and manga industry. Guests included Susumu Sakurai, Yukio Kikukawa, Hidakazu
Shinamura, Yamakawa Yoshinobu, and Hiroshi Nagahama |
Japan Exchange &
Teaching Program (JET): If
living in Japan is a challenge, try teaching English in Japan! Panelists from the
Pacific Northwest Chapter discussed various people and places to encounter, community
classes, restaurants, shopping resources, and much more. |
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