LegalGeek Advice & Tips for Game Designers! Q&A About IP Law
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We are 2 gamers & legal professionals who love to serve the game designer market. Whether you have simple or difficult questions, come get some general advice & hear war stories to learn from!
Tips & tricks to take your cosplay to the next level! Learn about thermoplastics, 3D printing, adapting found objects, pattern making, low budget cosplay, & more.
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A co-founder of Studio Cosplay will be giving a presentation on cosplay from head to toe. Items discussed will include wig styling; different armor techniques, including using Worbla, Wonderflex, EVA foam, and FOSSHAPE; designing your own costume; and 3D printing. Samples of some materials will be passed around to participants. Presenter bio: Stefanie Hackenberg has been cosplaying since 1998 and has been featured on prominent media outlets such as CNN and io9. She is a Studio Cosplay founder, a Reiki Master-certified energy therapist, and a proud all-around nerd. Stefanie can be found at www.facebook.com/FaeriesWearBootsCosplay
Live action games make up a huge part of the gaming world & yet still very misunderstood. Come & hear about LARPs old & new from across the world & learn about this ever-growing game form.
Numenera, The Strange, No Thank You Evil, and—what’s next? Join Monte, Shanna, Bruce, & the MCG crew to get a peek at what lies ahead for your favorite MCG games!
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Numenera, The Strange, No Thank You Evil, and—what’s next? Join Monte, Shanna, Bruce, and the MCG crew to get a peek at what lies ahead for your favorite MCG games! Attendees in previous years have not left disappointed, and we may have a special treat for you this year—get ready for an immersive trip into the Ninth World (popcorn not included)!
What are the best ways to make a fictional religion operate in your world like real religions - but with magic? Come discuss fictional religion creation with an ordained priest & avid gamer.
Make a Living Running Larps for Youth: A Unique & Rewarding Business Opportunity
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Celebrating 20 years in the business, we're a successful for-profit youth LARP organization ready to share the opportunity to become a beta licensee in 2016.
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Renaissance Adventures has helped thousands of children and teens develop critical thinking, teamwork, ethical reasoning, and other “21st century skills” through live-action roleplaying games. We want to share our insights toward creating a successful company that runs youth larps. With four full-time staff, 40+ seasonal staff, a product line, and the satisfaction of doing what we love and are proud of, our heart is to find others that have the same inspiration. This presentation gives an overview of our business model, how to launch this business in your community, and how to make it grow. You will receive example marketing material and an 80% discount on our game book. We hope to encourage independent entrepreneurs to launch their own larps in 2016, full- or part-time, with the support we offer (training, business methods, manuals, wholesale products, marketing templates, etc.).
Make a Living Running Larps for Youth: A Unique & Rewarding Business Opportunity
Summary:
Celebrating 20 years in the business, we're a successful for-profit youth LARP organization ready to share the opportunity to become a beta licensee in 2016.
Description:
Renaissance Adventures has helped thousands of children and teens develop critical thinking, teamwork, ethical reasoning, and other “21st century skills” through live-action roleplaying games. We want to share our insights toward creating a successful company that runs youth larps. With four full-time staff, 40+ seasonal staff, a product line, and the satisfaction of doing what we love and are proud of, our heart is to find others that have the same inspiration. This presentation gives an overview of our business model, how to launch this business in your community, and how to make it grow. You will receive example marketing material and an 80% discount on our game book. We hope to encourage independent entrepreneurs to launch their own larps in 2016, full- or part-time, with the support we offer (training, business methods, manuals, wholesale products, marketing templates, etc.).
Ever wonder how your favorite cosplayers always look flawless? Or what to use to change your skin from a normal human tone to that of an Orion? Learn tips & tricks on makeup for cosplay!
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Looking great in your cosplay takes more than just a great costume! Ever wonder how your favorite cosplayers always look flawless in their photos and real life? Or what to use to change your skin from a normal human tone to that of an Orion? Come join the award winning veteran cosplayer, Mogchelle, and learn some tips and tricks on makeup for cosplay! We’ll go over glamour and special fx makeup. If time permits I’ll also pick a lucky random attendee for a demo of eyelash application or zombie flesh!