– All-Day Activities –
Screening Room [Jefferson II]
Throughout the day sit back and enjoy action, comedy, fantasy, and much more. Check posted schedules for titles & showtimes. Thanks CrunchyRoll and Funimation for providing video content to MiyakoCon!
Open tabletop gaming provided by Borderlands Games [Jefferson I]
Come and play a favorite or learn a new game! We will have scheduled gameplay throughout the convention, plus open play and demos of Force of Will, Weiss Schwartz, and various board and card games all day!
Creation Station Drawing Contest [Mazama]
During the day come into Creation Station and draw something for the drawing contest gallery! You may sit in on panels throughout the day while you draw. Art supplies are available onsite. Entries must be drawn onsite and submitted at the Creation Station staff table by 9pm along with a filled entry form. Finished entries will be displayed on the Creation Station wall. Show off your skills!
Dealer Room [Mt. Washington + Mt. Hood]
Shop for imported goods, original fine art, handmade craft items, and treasures yet to be imagined.
– SCHEDULE OF EVENTS –
10:00-11:00am – Basic Anime Face Workshop [Mazama]
In this workshop I will teach you how to make a basic anime face, going through each of the features, and touching on a little bit of different styles within anime. Time permitting, we will hopefully get around to coloring your creations with Copic Markers, the widely popular and most used coloring medium for manga and anime artists. Hosted by Kelsey Hinton
10:30-11:00am – Opening Conversation [Jefferson III]
Not really a ceremony–we just want to talk with you guys. Hi. How are you? That’s cool. Hosted by the MiyakoCon Staff
11:00am-Noon – Heroes In the Making – an Introduction to Cosplay [Jefferson III]
Wanting to get into cosplay and don’t know how? Or perhaps you’re just looking to step up your game, or needing some help with an idea? Well Friends, you’ve come to the right place! Come join us for an introduction to the world of cosplay! Hosted by Chaotic Creations
11:00am-Noon – Independent Media in Pop-Culture [Mazama]
Think you’re an expert on aspects of pop-culture? Why don’t you have a radio show, TV show, or podcast? We’ll tell you what it’s all about and take your self starting to the next level! Hosted by Casey Ocupe (Northwest Comic Show) and The AniBros with guests from Geekly Update and Grim Tidings
Noon-1:00pm – Learning Japanese History From Anime & Manga [Jefferson II]
Don’t know much about Modern Japanese history? Sure you do! You’ve been watching anime and reading manga! While most people just love to set a romantic thriller in the Sengoku period, you can still learn about the tumultuous Bakumatsu/Early Meiji period from Rurouni Kenshin, the nationalist rise of fascism in Tezuka’s Message to Adolf and Millenium Actress, the interwar periods thanks to Takahata’s Grave of the Fireflies, and Matsumoto’s Night Raid 1931, and the post-war occupation with Furusato, Japan, From Up on Poppy Hill, Showa Monogatari, and Rainbow. And finally our current Heisei period. Hosted by Elizabeth Poujade-Scott
Noon-1:00pm – Have Fun Storming the Castle – A Brain-Storming Workshop [Mazama]
Having trouble thinking of how you would make that cool prop? Or perhaps you just don’t quite understand how that character’s outfit is put together? Maybe you’re new to cosplay and don’t know where to start, or maybe you’re an old hand that hit a stumbling block. Come brain-storm with us and lets see if we can’t inspire you to make your next awesome cosplay. Hosted By Chaotic Creations
12:15pm-1:45pm – Anime Murder Game [Jefferson III]
We all know there are some epic death scenes around in anime, but what about yours? did a Pikachu send so much electrical power through your body? Or did a Cute little Cat girl/boy kill you of Cuteness? Or was it your new Plushy or best friend? Who knows you might even be the one who killed God! Then come and Join this little Fun fun of blood shed! Or laughs so much you’d make Joker cry with a smile. The fun is always new! and who knows if you’ll live or die that epic way! Hosted By Cosplay Senpai
1:00pm-2:00pm – Humanoid Drawing [Mazama]
Instructional workshop on techniques for drawing humanoids. From human children to bodybuilding androids, we will look at and practice various body types and poses. Hosted By Hazard
2:00pm-3:00pm – The Anibros Present: The Anibros Podcast LIVE featuring the Anibros [Jefferson III]
Giant robots, little sisters, magic high school, oh my! Join the hosts of the Anibros Podcast for a classic discussion of whatever floats our boat wherever the wind takes us. Plus 100% more idioms! The Anibros: Anime podcasting done right. Hosted By The AniBros
2:00pm-3:00pm – Cosplay Show and Tell [Jefferson II]
Do you enjoy seeing how people make their costumes? Or perhaps so excited about your latest costume that you just need to tell people about it? Come share your passion and your struggles in this audience-driven panel. We’ll interview cosplayers, encouraging them to share the benefits of their experience and supplement the topics that emerge with the panelist’s wealth of cosplay knowledge. Hosted By Chaotic Creations
2:00pm-3:00pm – Creature Drawing [Mazama]
Instructional workshop on techniques for drawing creatures. Whether your creature is furry and four legged, or something tentacled from the ocean depths, let’s draw them! Hosted By Hazard
3:00pm-4:00pm – The Crazy Anime Dating Game [Jefferson III]
Looking for Love? Always wanted a wifu or husbu for con? Well you found your way to the right place! Here you get the chance of taking place in being lucky enough to get a love. that is if you are lucky enough to be picked! Or maybe you are the one picking from the desperates who come on stage trying to win your heart? Who knows what will happen but one thing is clear you will laugh at their love and heart brake! Hosted By Cosplay Senpai
3:00pm-4:00pm – Intro to Foam Crafting for Cosplay [Mazama]
When you see heroes walking around in custom foam armor, those people that get chased down for pics at cons, how do they do it? How do you work with foam? I’ll show you some simple ways to create a costume that will have people run you down to get a picture with you. Hosted By Casey Ocupe
4:00-5:00pm – Voice Acting 101 [Jefferson III]
Some basics for those pondering a career in Voice Over. Common pitfalls, what will be expected of you, and resources on your new journey. Hosted By Aaron Holbrook
I May be Bad (But I’m Perfectly Good At It) – How to play the Bad Guy without being a Bad Guy [Mazama]
Have you ever wanted to cosplay a villain, but held off because you didn’t want to treat people like that character does? Or perhaps you’ve made your costume, but now no one is coming up and roleplaying with you? Well, you’ve come to the right place. There’s more to being a villain than being a bad guy, and we’re here to help you learn the do’s and don’ts of villainhood. (Laughter practice afterward optional.) Hosted By Chaotic Creations
5:00-5:30pm – Lip Sync Setup & Tech [Jefferson III]
5:30-7:00pm – MiyakoCon Lip Sync Battle! [Jefferson III]
Come cheer for your fellow cosplayers while they perform to their favorite songs and show us their best dance moves to win prizes. Presented by Sweet maple panda! See Registration for details!
5:30-6:30pm – Gallifreyan Lessons from the Time Lord Academy [Mazama]
Come learn about the language of the Time Lords on Doctor Who. Learn a little about the Gallifreyan depicted in the show, and about the various fan-created versions. Then learn to write your name (or anything else) in the language of the Doctor. Hosted By Katie Klecker
6:00-7:00pm – Convention Runners’ Panel [Jefferson II]
Ever wonder what it takes to run a con? Well, do you want a peek behind the curtain? We’ve got some Convention Runners willing to talk about their experiences.
6:30-7:30pm – Basic Anime Face Workshop – Reprise [Mazama]
In this workshop I will teach you how to make a basic anime face, going through each of the features, and touching on a little bit of different styles within anime. Time permitting, we will hopefully get around to coloring your creations with Copic Markers, the widely popular and most used coloring medium for manga and anime artists. Hosted by Kelsey Hinton
7:00-8:00pm – Cosplay Competition [Jefferson III]
Is your cosplay at least 50% handmade? Compete for Best & Runner-Up placements in three tiers. Complete a sign-up sheet at info desk by 6pm. Walk-ons (with short interview) only; line up at Main Stage promptly at 7pm. Judged by the AniBros and Chaotic Creations with emcee Hildur Galaxy!
7:30-8:30pm – Chainmaille Basics [Mazama]
Come and learn some of the basic concepts of chainmaille construction! Learn to create lasting, complex jewelry pieces as well as accents for cosplay. Supplies and tools are provided free of charge!
8:00-9:00pm – Cards Against Humanity (18+) [Jefferson III]
An audience-interactive session of everyone’s favorite party game for horrible people. Adults 18+ only. Hosted by Aaron Holbrook
8:00-9:30pm – Dance Party [Mt. Washington + Mt. Hood]
8:30-9:30pm – Drawing Contest Finale [Mazama]
This is your last chance to come in and submit your entry to the contest. At 9:00 PM no more entries will be accepted, and the submitted entries will be judged and prizes awarded! Please collect all entries by 9:30 PM.
9:00-9:30pm – Pits & Petals [Jefferson III]
How did we do? – MiyakoCon Staff