Join us as we open up a day of ConTessa events with a keynote speech by Margaret Weis of Margaret Weis Productions, followed up with a speech by Shanna Germain of Monte Cook Games.
Carlos "Bostria" Llauger will share privileged information about the present & future of Corvus Belli, the release of upcoming books, never seen before miniatures, designs & WIP projects.
Creating cosplay is a long, creative, tedious & highly specific process. Couple trying to portray a character w/ needing to perform & it can be a struggle! Learn tips & tricks to make it easier.
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Creating cosplay is a long, creative, tedious and highly specific process, and when you couple trying to portray a character with needing to perform in the costume, things get even more complicated. This Cosplay for Performance panel discusses the different aspects of costuming that performers need to consider, and shares tips and tricks for how to create cosplay that is representative of the character and also allows you to move and perform properly.
Crafty Thinking: Creating a Business From Your Hobby
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Have questions on starting or growing your own business? Join Craft Hacker members & small business owners for a Q & A session about owning your own business.
A fantasy world should have a cuisine that fits. Details on how to make up a consistent, believable cuisine using the workings of medieval European cooking as a template will be discussed.
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A subterranean culture probably wouldn't eat roast beef and an arboreal one wouldn't eat sushi. A fantasy world should have a cuisine that takes into account the resources and technology of the people that inhabit it. This seminar detail how to make up a consistent, believable cuisine using the workings of medieval European cooking as a template.
Lost cities? White apes? Why, of course! Freelancers and Publishers discuss what makes an adventure "Pulp" and how it makes a game fun! Tips and tricks from industry veterans.
The gaming world is a diverse space, but maybe you don't see games that represent your story out there. We'll discuss the importance of blazing new trails in the gaming world to encourage innovation.
Have you ever wanted to start your own show about games on the internet? The folks behind Saving Throw will be your guide to helping you create a show for YouTube, Twitch, iTunes and other avenues.
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Have you ever wanted to start your own show about games on the internet? The folks behind Saving Throw will be your guide to helping you create a show for YouTube, Twitch, iTunes and other avenues. Learn about shooting, editing, gear, marketing, crowdfunding, and more! This is perfect for gaming companies looking to get their product out to a wider audience, gamers looking to gain an audience of their own, and just having a historical reference of your adventures!
Every game has a story. Every story has characters. Heroes are defined by their villains. How do you create compelling, thought provoking characters? Learn how with this panel of experts.