![]() ![]() I’ve seen a lot of different conventions change over the last decade, but it’s interesting to be able to have year-over-year data for one con specifically and consistently. Ikkicon wasn’t my first Artist Alley (that was Anime Weekend Atlanta 2008), but it was my first convention ever back in 2007, and it’s the convention I’ve gone back to the most as an artist. The convention has been over New Years since 2010, and depending on when the weekend falls, sometimes the dates are split between years, sometimes there’s no show a calendar year, or two shows a calendar year - so they’ve used numbers to denote the con, rather than year. That was December 31st, 2010 through January 2nd, 2011. IKKiCON 5 was my first time tabling there. Pre-reg for all 4 days is $50, which rises to $70 at the door.This past December was my 10th consecutive year doing Artist Alley at IKKiCON in Austin. Renaissance Waverly Atlanta Hotel is the host hotel of AWA. Around $180 a night, it's not the best deal considering there's no free breakfast or internet but the restaurants and bar downstairs are nice. It certainly has a more business-class feel to it so if you like a nicer hotel and don't mind paying for it, it's nice to not have far to go at the end of a long day. Just across the sky bridge from AWA is the Sheraton Suites hotel. ![]() Often certain panels are held here as well such as karaoke. It's a quieter hotel, with rooms at about $160. Japanese brand fashion – if you are a fan of lolita and hope to meet your favorite designers, Sunday holds an event for the fashion label of the year where attendees can enjoy tea or perhaps a party atmosphere with the designers and staff.īoth formal and casual dance attire – whether you like the regal class of a formal ball or enjoy swinging late into the night in a more fun setting, AWA has you covered! There are also classes you can take so beginners, do not fear!.ID – make sure to come prepared, either to drink or those fun 18+ after dark panels!.Cash – there are a few cash-only bars which are convenient and the lines are short.Cosplay – there are some pretty scenic places both inside and outside the con, so make use of the nice backgrounds with fitting cosplays!.Cell phone – aside from obviously needing a phone if you want to be in contact with family and friends over the weekend, AWA has a handy app you can download telling you where and when your favorite panels are!.Learn about Japanese culture through animation and comics.Educate people about the history and culture surrounding Anime and Manga by hosting guests from the industry.Provide a venue for fans of Japanese Animation and Manga to come together in a festive environment.At $140 a night, it's a cheaper option that also comes with complimentary wifi.Ĭompany / event message for fans / attendeesĪWA has three goals in hosting its events: In case neither are available, the Doubletree Suites is just down the road.Tickets are not inclusive with your AWA ticket, so make sure you know who's coming! Usually, you must wear something from that brand to attend.Party clothes – whether it's for the rave or just chilling in your room with friends, make sure you have something you can party in that's not your everyday clothes or cosplay you're worried might get ruined.Camera – Trust us, there will be SO MUCH you'll want pictures of, be it the cosplayers you see, the events you attend, or the interesting objects you can find in the Dealer's Room.If you are a fan of Japanese fashion, this is a great convention. There are always different brands present in the Dealer's Hall, and every year, the Saturday fashion show features one or two Japanese brands. If it's not enough seeing your favorite styles on the runway, check out the Sunday Japanese fashion gathering. It varies based on the fashion guest that year, but there is a themed get-together as a separately ticketed event. This year featured Baby the Stars Shine Bright and lolitas came to enjoy a lovely tea party where they could eat, talk, and take pictures with the designers. While pretty much every convention has its odd assortment of panels, AWA has a staggering amount of industry panels for anime, music, and gaming both on the American and Japanese side. ![]() There are panels on how to brand yourself and Q&As with successful celebrities that help you learn what it takes and how to get where you want to be. For the less motivated, it's fun just to hear how the people you admire got their start and just what it took to get where they are.Kami-Con Artist Alley Rules & Information World ConQuest and Bama S.o.S Brigade welcomes the artists who have purchased a table for Kami-Con: Season 13 Artist Alley for the rights to retail sales of the artist’s own works for the duration of the convention.
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