Remember when I used to get someone to take a picture of me at my table, at events? And then I switched to just taking a picture of the table myself, without me in it? And now I don’t even have a picture at all?! I really need to work on a way to remember to bring my camera & take pictures!! >_<
Anyway, despite not having a picture, I really was there. I even got interviewed by some guys from a university doing a documentary (the documentary wasn’t about me, you understand). I had a lovely time, I was right near the stage so I had every opportunity to enjoy the live Taiko drumming and dance performances to the Evangelion tune. It was right on! No, really, I enjoyed it. ;___;
ITCH actually had a new book at Expo, the mysterious almost-unannounced “Super Jax” by Karen Yumi Lusted. It was, uh, a pre-release. The book will be available online sometime soon, but I need to sort out some tech stuff first. Yes. I also did some drawings, and talked to one of the judges for the Jiman competition, who said the winners will be announced soon (exciting!!) And chatted with artists and comics people, oh, and spent more money than I actually made, on comics. Ha. Just like the good old days.
Cosplay highlights to me were the excellent Neo & Agent, Magical Trevor (who everyone loves) and the creative interpretation of Glados. Very cool stuff. The number of L cosplayers seemed to be in slight decline, as everyone is starting to realise just how lazy a costume it is, and that everyone else is doing it, too. Free hugging remains popular, as does that new “game” thing. Naruto headbands are definitely out.
*waves* to everyone who came by and said hello, especially if you bought something but even if you didn’t! Thanks to all the crazies and normals for making the weekend what it was. And see you in May (with Leek and Sushi 2! Eeeeh!!)
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Decline? I saw hundreds of L cosplayers!
It was so fun seeing you there! And the picture you drew for me is on my wall!
I figured maybe I should get my act together and get a table… but I certainly don’t think I’ll be ready by May for that… (plus I wouldn’t know where to begin!)
I’m thinking about asking an artist if they’d allow me to help them. I can look after the table when they need to pee and stuff? Just for the experience and to learn how to set one up… I’d like to do that with you more than the other artists there who I know but err… How did you figure out how to get started? With getting tables and all.
I forgot to mention, the stage behind you was LOUD. Oh and also, you wrote this entry on my birthday! XP October 29th wheeh. (Jeez, Hoshii, stop comment-spamming)
Hundreds of L cosplayers is a reduction, yes. =_= They used to be even more common.
On getting started, I first went to a few smaller events, the MCM can be a bit daunting because there are SO many people. Maybe the Japanese Arts Festival is a good place to start, it’s friendly and more focussed on art and culture. Also less loud. There’s also the Web and Mini Comics thing, which is more comics focussed, but there are quite a few prints and cuteness related tables there, too.
You could also look around for an artist to share a table with, so you’re not just helping out but could sell some of your own prints and stuff, too. Just look for places where people are talking about the event (Sweatdrop, the MCM forums?) and say: hey, I’m looking for someone to share a table with. You might find someone, and then you can learn together.
It’s not too complicated though. Bring a tablecloth. Bring change. Have some cards/leaflets. Be friendly. That’s all you need, really.
Oh, and you’re always welcome to comment spam! ^_^ It’s my favourite kind!
The GLaDOS you saw didn’t happen tp be this: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/photo.php?pid=2637319&op=1&o=global&view=global&subj=679288864&id=505264488
only the girl in the GLaDOS cosplay here is me.