Otakon Vegas

January 15-17, 2016

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That's a wrap! HUGE THANKS to all of our guests, volunteers and especially attendees for making this weekend so fabulous!

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Ready to learn, laugh, and enjoy the talents of Otakon Vegas attendees just like yourself? The Otakon Vegas Panels Schedule is LIVE! And in the coming days, expect more schedule announcements for Guest Panels and Autographs! It will all be posted HERE: https://www.otakonvegas.com/events_schedule.asp

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Today’s Artist Spotlight: Pax et Romana!

My name is Patrick Halm, and I work under the pen name Pax et Romana.

I started making images copying Peanuts comic strips, but I picked up art as a discipline when my aunt sent me a life drawing book when I was around 10.

My biggest inspirations are other artists in my local and online communities; I love the kind of social collaboration that builds up around these people and the way they inspire and instruct others.

I'm never able to predict which pieces will be most popular. I think it's a mistake to assume that fan art of popular shows is the only thing that's viable, though, as there's always people who just appreciate creative drawing. I like to play with franchises and concepts that are under-represented. That way when it does connect with somebody, you get to share this "I never thought I'd see that" moment which is super fun.

Find more of Patrick’s work here:

Pax et Romana: http://paxetromana.tumblr.com/tagged/art

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The Otakon Vegas Masquerade application form is live! https://www.otakonvegas.com/activities/masquerade.asp

Application form: https://www.otakonvegas.com/forms/masquerade.asp

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What got you started making art?

I’m not sure what started it all. I’ve always enjoyed drawing and making art, but for whatever reason it wasn’t until recently that I realized I could sell and share my art with others.

What is your biggest inspiration?

Darling Army is my biggest inspiration. The clothing she makes is incredibly adorable. The thing I find most inspiring is that she has made doing that her full time job. Making art for a living is something that is often discouraged because it doesn’t pay well, but the fact that she has made it her full time job is uplifting and it motivates me.

What do you find to be the most popular pieces?

Well, I’m still pretty new to selling my art but right now it’s definitely my buttons. They are like potato chips, you just can’t have only one!

Find more of Lilly’s Pad Art here!

https://www.facebook.com/lillyspadart/

http://lillys-pad.deviantart.com/

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What got you started making art?

I've been drawing all my life, but it's not until recently that  I started taking it seriously. I originally wanted to be a veterinarian, but I was always encouraged by my dad/mom and friends to pursue art growing up. It wasn't till I got my hands on a digital drawing tablet that my love for creating art really became rooted in my dreams. 

What is your biggest inspiration?

My biggest inspiration, and honestly the only reason I've gotten this far, would be thanks to my closest friends and family that believed in my ability when I didn't believe in myself. I would have given up ages ago of not for them. and always, to the fans that buy my pieces at conventions, or commission me, they also play a big part in keeping my spirits up, so thank you everyone!  My artist inspirations include many artists, mainly Sakimi-Chan, UwiGoncho, Jon Lock, and CLAMP.

What do you find to be the most popular pieces?

Not sure if this question means popular in general, or which pieces of my art is popular, so I'll answer to both haha. In general, fantasy or sci-fi pieces seem to stand out the most to me. Things like demons, angels, and dragons are my personal fave. As for what sells the most of my own pieces, that would have to be my Okami fanart, Spirited Away fanart, and my Yuno Gasai painting, I almost always sell out at shows.

Find more of kiitsunebii’s work here!

http://facebook.com/kiitsunebii

https://twitter.com/kiitsunebii

http://kiitsunebii.deviantart.com/

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Artist Spotlight: Digital Andromeda 

What got you started making art? 

We both enjoyed art since we were very little! We always took art classes every year of school as well! It was something that came to us naturally.

What is your biggest inspiration? 

We find inspiration in characters that we love! We also find inspiration within others works of art!

What do you find to be the most popular pieces? 

One of our most popular pieces so far is our Teemo x Umaru-Chan shirt along with our Pokemon hair bows!

Like the artist? Find out more!

http://www.storenvy.com/stores/737160-digital-andromeda

https://www.facebook.com/DigitalAndromeda/

http://instagram.com/digitalandromeda

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Sign up to be a piece in our Cosplay Chess game! Get full details on our web site: https://www.otakonvegas.com/activities/chess.asp

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Kokeshi are traditional Japanese wooden dolls, usually shaped like beautiful girls in kimono. These kokeshi are a little different--what do you think? #StarWars

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TODAY'S THE DAY! Today is the LAST DAY to book your hotel room at a discount rate for Otakon Vegas! And of course, if you ARE in our room block, you are eligible for a chance to join our VIP Social and mingle with our fabulous guests. Learn more and book your room here: http://www.otakonvegas.com/activities/vip_social.asp

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TWO DAYS LEFT! Just today and tomorrow to book your hotel room at a discount rate for Otakon Vegas! And of course, if you ARE in our room block, you are eligible for a chance to join our VIP Social and mingle with our fabulous guests. Learn more and book your room here: http://www.otakonvegas.com/activities/vip_social.asp

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It's the final countdown...to the deadline for booking our discounted hotel room block! This Thursday December 17th! Remember, as an added bonus for booking in our room block, you can now get an invite to a private VIP Social where you can hob-nob with our Guests of Honor! Get full info here: http://www.otakonvegas.com/activities/vip_social.asp

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What's this? The incredibly talented Lex Lang is joining the fold! With over 500 Original Animation episodes, Anime Series and Video Games under his belt, it's no wonder this heavy hitter is listed as one of IMDB's top 20 Anime and Video Game actors of all time! Learn all about him on our website here https://www.otakonvegas.com/guests/guests.asp#LexLang and please join us in giving him a hearty welcome to Otakon Vegas!

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Oh snap, y'all! The lovely and talented Sandy Fox will be joining us in Vegas! To learn more about her many, many accomplishments, check her out here: https://www.otakonvegas.com/guests/guests.asp#SandyFox

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We've had the deadline for booking our discounted hotel room block extended to *this Thursday* December 17th! As an added bonus for booking in our room block, you can now get an invite to a private VIP Social where you can hob-nob with our Guests of Honor! Get full info here: http://www.otakonvegas.com/activities/vip_social.asp

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neko atsume as pokemon 2 - eeveelutions  please give credit if using & do not remove caption

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Artist Spotlight: Mayfirerose Art

What got you started making art? As many do, I started when I was very young. It was an incredibly fun hobby I felt I excelled at more than anything else. 

What is your biggest inspiration? My family and friends are my biggest inspiration, because they are the characters I have created! Almost every character of mine was made with a family member or friend in mind.

What do you find to be the most popular pieces? Most of my very colorful drawings have proven to be more popular. Which is cool, cause I love bright, vibrant colors. 

Like the artist? Find out more!

https://twitter.com/mayfirerose

http://mayfirerose.deviantart.com/

https://www.facebook.com/mayfirerose