Workshops
LINES FOR WORKSHOPS WILL BEGIN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE START OF THE WORKSHOP.
We ask our members to refrain from lining up before this time in order to prevent congestion in the hallways.
Manga Studio 101
With manga artist Amelie
A step by step of how to create your own manga. Bring a note book, there will be a test…not really.
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Felt Plushie Workshop
All materials are provided, and minimal sewing skills are required. If you can thread a needle, you’ve got all the skills you need!
Workshop space is limited so one workshop per person, please. All workshops are the same skill level and feature the same plushie--you’re not missing anything in the other workshops, we promise!
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Voice Acting Work-Out!!!
Presented by James Larabee(Technobabylon and Backstage Pass), Joshua Passmore, Julie Shields(from Marvel Avengers Academy and FNaF Sister Location), and Morgan Larabee!!
We all have worked in the industry and can help you Break Into Indie Voice Acting!
Time to give your voice a Work-Out!!
Learn about auditioning for visual novels, video games, and anime!
In this panel we will teach you about the basics of a voice over audition-what to do, what not to do, and what jobs you should audition for!
We also let audience members read lines and practice their skills on the mic!
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Sumi-e: Japanese Ink Painting
Presented by Mu Epsilon Kappa
Learn the basics of Sumi-e Japanese monochromatic ink painting.
Time is spent learning the basics of the art form, then learn how to paint one of the traditional motifs of Japanese art.
Easy even with no art skills or experience!
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ParaPara Dancing with EKS-D!
Love to dance? Not sure how?
Then come experience a slice of the Japanese club scene with EKS-D ParaPara!
Learn about the parapara dance style, its origins, and the eurobeat, techno, and dance-pop music it accompanies.
When all is said and done, we'll be dancing all together and moving to the music. Can you feel the beat?
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Ballet with Princess Kraehe
*Learn basic ballet positions as seen in the anime Princess Tutu
*Learn center and across the floor ballet steps
*Learn and perform a new ballet (variation) as seen in the anime Princess Tutu.
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Fujoshi Game Night: Yaoi Card Games (18+)
Are you a fujoshi? Do you enjoy card games? Do you ever wish your love for yaoi and card games could be combined?
Join BL Garden of DFW as they present their own unique yaoi card games based off popular games such as Fluxx, Cards Against Humanity, Sushi Go, Game of Things, Werewolf, and many others.
Panel will be free play: walk-ins welcome.
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Ballroom Dancing 101
Did you want to go the formal ball but didn't know how to dance? Then this workshop is perfect for you!
My partners and I have a combined 15+ years of dancing experience.
We will be teaching the basics of tango and swing so you have the confidence to go up to anyone else and ask them for a dance.
People with no prior dancing experience are welcome as well!
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Resin Casting Gems and Decorative Pieces For Cosplay
We will discuss various resins, molds, and techniques as well as effects such as colors, lighting, and object encapsulation.
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Metal Embossment Art
Embossing metal can create beautiful works of art and can even be used to make jewelry and decorative pieces for cosplay.
Learn how to create 3d images on thin sheets of metal in this presentation and live demonstration!
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Corsets For Cosplay
All cosplayers know the costume looks better when is actually fits. In this workshop, participants will learn how to make a professional level corset pattern, individually, tailored to their unique needs and specific measurements.
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Watercolor 101
Presented by Kathryn Crenshaw
Ever wanted to know how to mimic the roughness of rocks with watercolor, or how to get a starry sky on a budget?
This panel is designed to show tips and tricks to both beginner watercolors and those new to the art. This workshop will go over some basic techniques, as well as how to mimic certain effects with household items.
It will also go a bit into the science behind why certain pigments behave they way they do, and how this can make or break a painting.
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Sketch Dojo
Who's ready to draw?!
Sketch Dojo is a workshop run by the artists of Shonuff! Studio, we show you sketching and illustration warm-ups, tips and tricks to help you take your drawing skills to the next level. We play sketch games, handle Q&A, and do portfolio reviews.
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How to Skit
Acting isn't as easy as it seems, and it can be even more challenging when potraying your favorite characters in front of a crowd!
Come join us as we go through the process and basics of creating a successful and stage ready cosplay skit!
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Build Your Own Riceball Workshop
There is a limit to 30 plushies.
Think Build-A-Bear but with Riceball plushies! Decorate your Riceball with anything you want: Buttons, faces, glitter, bows and much more!
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Itabag Introduction + Swap Meetup
Head to any anime con and you can't miss the backpacks and purses lovingly littered with anime pins and charms: the itabag craze has finally hit American shores and is here to stay!
This panel-meetup hybrid consists of two parts:
1) a short introduction to itabags (or "pain bags," bags covered in anime merch celebrating your favorite characters), with tips on where to buy bases and merch.
2) a meetup of fellow itabaggers to show off your creations and swap merchandise for your next project.
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Crowdsourced Animation
Social media has made it possible for more animators to communicate and collaborate with one another, launching full 28-minute films without ever meeting in person.
Animator Heather Williamee describes her experience doing just that.
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J-Pop Dallas' Dance Workshop
Get your J-Pop on with our panel! We aim to spread awareness of J-pop music genre and dance to our attendees through this fun and dance workshop.
We will teach 3 songs/dance choruses from the easiest dance to the more technical one:
"Koi Dance" From "We Got Married as a Job"
"Candy" by FAKY
"Everyday" by Perfume.
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K-pop Random Dance Play!
Inspired by the popular South Korean variety show Weekly Idol!’s Random Play Dance Segment. The attendees will dance to K-pop music, either with corresponding choreography or will freestyle in the freestyle section. The chosen song will be played at a random point and the attendees will join in on the dance if they choose so.
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So You Want To Be A School Idol?
Have you ever wanted to be an idol?
Join DFW based Love Live cosplay and dance group Ayakashi Idols as μ's for a panel full of idol fun!
Enjoy Love Live! School Idol Project history, fun trivia games, idol (Nico) shenanigans, dancing, and more!
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Werewolf
Werewolf can be played with 5 to 75 players.
Each player has an agenda: as a villager, Hunt Down the werewolves; as a werewolf, convince the other villagers that you are innocent, while secretly attacking those same villagers each night. Dozens of special roles are available to help both the villagers and the werewolves achieve their goals.
Additionally, there are unique roles that have their own objective outside of the villager-werewolf drama.
The game has two phases, a day phase, in which everyone is awake and discussing, voting, and killing potential werewolves, and a night phase in which werewolves are selecting a villager to secretly kill.
Night phase is when many other roles use their secret powers as well.
The game ends if the village is able to kill all of the werewolves, or when the number of werewolves is equal to the number of villagers.
Feel free to come in anytime during the event and we will be able to include you in the following game.
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Swap Meet
Trade items from your grab-bag purchases or personal collections for something new, or barter for something bigger.
No selling or cash transactions, please. Bring on the trade fodder!
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A Basic Guide to Origami
In this workshop I’ll introduce you to the basic folds and bases from which most constructions are made, during which I will discuss the history of origami along with its modern-day applications.
We will start with simple shapes and will work our way up to the ever-popular peace crane.
Perfection is not necessary; be sure to bring an open mind and a clear heart. Every fold is beautiful.
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Learn Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg is a classic gambling game that originated in China, and enjoyed worldwide today. It's a well-known pasttime in Japan, and several anime have featured Mah Jongg games and players. Some series have even been based entirely around the game, like Saki and Akagi.
If you want to learn to play a new game, or better follow what's going on in these shows, or just appreciate a bit of culture from East Asia, stop by and we'll cover the rules of the game and play a few hands.
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Charity Stitches
Presented by Michelle Plunkett
Come make a hat or blanket for Children's Medical Center of Dallas. We will have supplies to crochet, knit, sew, and for no-sew blankets. You may drop off pre-made or purchased hats, socks, and blankets.
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Paint and Take
We provide everything, just bring your imagination!
