Dive into the origins and evolution of anime tattoo art. Learn about pioneering techniques, iconic designs, and the historical context that shaped this unique art form. Perfect for enthusiasts and artists alike.

Join Michael for an in-depth panel on black and grey portrait realism, where they will discuss the secrets to creating stunning, unique designs that set you apart from the competition. The panel will cover essential techniques, such as using a special color wash mixture to achieve flawless tonality and eliminate mag marks, ensuring tattoos heal beautifully and leave a lasting impression.

Discover tips and strategies for managing your finances, preparing for taxes, maintaining accurate bookkeeping, and much more! Get your questions answered by a certified bookkeeper/financial manager during an interactive Q&A session, designed to provide practical solutions and guidance. Perfect for individual contractors AND business owners: new or experienced. It’s never too late to take control of your finances!

This panel, hosted by Jihatsu and Arcadyz, will provide attendees with valuable insights into cosplay creation and the use of attachments to enhance their future cosplay projects. The discussion will cover essential materials, where to find them, and how these tools can help elevate one's cosplay skills.

Don't miss the chance to level up your cosplay game!

Join Jessie James Grelle, David Vincent, and Jeremy Gee as they dive into the world of voice acting for both heroes and villains. Discover their process for bringing iconic characters like Armin, Tokoyami, Kento Nanami, Grimjoww, and Joe Higan to life. Learn about the different techniques used to portray both the virtuous and the sinister, and hear how these actors approach character development throughout a series.

Step into the world of cosplay with our beginner-friendly panel! Discover the basics of costume creation, from selecting characters and materials to crafting and sewing techniques. Our experienced cosplayers will share tips on makeup, props, and posing, along with advice on bringing your favorite characters to life. Perfect for newcomers, this session is your gateway to exploring and enjoying the vibrant cosplay community.

Join Kira Buckland and Cassandra Lee Morris as they discuss the evolution of anime from classic to modern. With iconic roles in series like Sword Art Online, Toradora!, and Yu-Gi-Oh!, these voice actors share how the industry has changed and what it’s like to voice characters that have become beloved by fans over generations. Explore the enduring popularity of these iconic roles.

We have preselected 64 Husbandos and thrown them into a world martial arts tournament style bracket. Husbandos will be placed head to head and voted on by you (mostly through shouting and the general room vibe) until we anoint the Most Husbando, Husbando of them all. Think you know who the winner will be? Cosplay your favorite Husbando and try to tilt the odds in your favor!