Oct 16, 2025
This is the quintessential image of Anime Los Angeles (ALA) at the Marriott Hotel. This spot, the pool floor, was the true heart of the con, where every fandom gathered to mingle and make memories.
For me, it was always fun to meet so many cosplayers from various series and interact with them. Running into people rocking beach or pool versions of their characters only amplified the special atmosphere.
I truly believe that ALA at the Marriott was a cosplayer's paradise, bar none. It was the place where everyone could pull out their highest level cosplay and where the photographers brought their A-game. It was truly a special convention.
(Image taken at ALA '13)