PROGRAM GUIDE | New York

11AM - 12PM

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How do they do that?! Talk body paint, wig styling, and recycled materials with award-winning cosplayers.

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This portfolio workship is geared toward middle school students to learn what makes a good portfolio. Have your portfolio reviewed by teachers, parents, and professionals to prepare for the high school application process.

12:30 - 1:30PM

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How does curiosity build the outside world? Landscape architects discuss how curiosity and openness drive the decisions that create an engaging outdoor experience.

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What is the process for creating an indie anime series? Ellen Su and Rob Chandler discuss the journey of launching their new venture, Studio MoonMoon.

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Prospective and accepted middle school students have the opportunity to learn about the school from administrators, parents, and recent alumni.

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Learn the secrets, tricks, techniques and practical tips of capturing live fashion with expert demonstrations.

2 - 3PM

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Scooter LaForge knows how to create high fashion with a painted T-shirt. Come to this hands-on session to learn his style and leave with a shirt of your own.

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Learn how to turn your favorite family or life stories into a comic strip! Lisa and John have done exactly this in their series, Background Noise. Bring your life stories and your sense of humor to learn how to make a 4-to-6-panel comic strip starring your family.

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Art can be a powerful tool to make a statement. Hear how comic artists, muralists, and a writer and photographer make statements.

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Go EXTRA! The People's Choice Cosplay Contest is here! Show us your most fabulous cosplay and capture the essence of your character. Couples and groups, bring it on!

3:30 - 4:30PM

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Tomo Moriwaki brings his extensive experience in game design to discuss the art of world-building and how to successfully adapt a game into a comic strip.

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Ryan Dunlavey and Fred Van Lente have the formula for making nonfiction fun. Join the conversation to learn how a strong partnership, combined with illustration and writing, makes learning fun.