Anime Expo 2010: The Last Minute, Empty Con
I took this picture at the conclusion of Anime Expo 2010 (AX ’10) Day 4. Here, my gothic friend is mid-air, jumping while two people spin a microphone wire—a really fun, chaotic sight to see!
What I remember most about that year was how empty the convention felt due to some poor backstage management. However, this was a massive bonus for attendees like us! It gave us tons of room to move around and breathe, unlike AX's later years when it absolutely exploded in popularity. I’m so glad I took advantage of that space to genuinely enjoy the con.
The entire trip was really last minute; my friend had invited me the night before! I just went because I wanted to see them and hang out. I also brought a rose to my friend's partner, who loved it. In later years, the partner told me that simple gesture stood out for her a lot, which made me happy.
It was a tough trip, but I’m incredibly glad I went so I could hang out with friends and create these wonderful memories.