AltCon 2016 Recap

This past weekend I attended AltCon 2016. While AltCon is not the biggest convention you may attend, it is the closest convention I will ever attend. I had to travel two to three miles to participate and I got to sleep in my own bed, so that in and of itself was a selling point for me. This was the first time I have participated in a local convention and it was great to see so many friendly faces in attendance. A HUGE thanks goes out to everyone that came out to support me and the other local artists that were in attendance at AltCon. Having done Pensacon last month we noticed a lot of familiar faces in the vendors, guests, and attendees.

We found ourselves set up next to Richard Epcar for the weekend and that was a huge treat. Richard is best known for his voice work on more then 500 characters, including Batou from Ghost in the Shell. ...which I found very cool. We had the chance to introduce Richard to one of our favorite restaurants and had an all around fun time getting to know him. The convention was fun and Saturday by far was the busy day with a lot going on and much to see. Again, a huge thanks to everyone that come out to AltCon 2016, we hope you had as much fun as we did!

Here are some images from the weekend...

The legendary North Florida Fairgrounds in Tallahassee, Fl!

I had the shortest distance ever for load in. Never will I see its equal again.

I was in building 1, which is where the Tallahassee Rollgirls use to have their games. Lots of good memories were formed in this building. Strange to be back.

Building 2 is capable of supporting balloon life.

Time to get started with set up! The most fun part of any convention, second only to tear down... 

...not really.

Being local meant I was there much earlier then a lot of people, including the people that were putting up the fabric walls and dividers.

Now, the waiting game.

The booth is all set up and ready to go. I will only have to move EVERYTHING in just a little bit.

Okay, NOW everything is all set up and ready to go. Walls and dividers are up and all that remains is waiting till tomorrow to start the convention.

Oh, those mystery boxes are here too. By a box of mystery crap or by original art from me... tough choice, right? Of course not! Everyone wants a mystery box of crap they will just throw away way more then original art used in their favorite game.

Dear wife is shocked and amazed at AltCon 2016.

AltCon neighbor, Richard Epcar, talking to a fan.

Chopper came by to say hello.

Local art Ben Bruce gives me his happy face...

...and so does Daniel Hooker! Always great to see Ben and Daniel. 

Building 2 contained the artist alley and some of the venders.

 And for some reason I could only take photos of building 2 if they were back lit. 

Another local artist, who is no longer local, Hoyt Silva brought his comics and art to AltCon.

There were plenty of great costumes to be seen at AltCon!

(Hi Steve!)

Always great when the whole family participates. 

The local 501st was in attendance with  things relevant to my interests.

There was a little tension between Chopper and R2... and they kind of got into a fight.

I think the Doctor stopped by.

More balloon life has appeared in building 2.

Having my geek out moment of AltCon 2016.

And then it was all over.

Thanks to all that came out to AltCon!

That is all of another exciting Monday on the blog, see you back here on Wednesday! Until then...

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

See You at AltCon 2016 This Weekend!

As a reminder, I will be a guest at ALTCon 2016 this weekend, Match 19-20! This will be my first time attending ALTCon and I am really looking forward to it. I have shared loads of details about this earlier on the blog or you can head to the ALTCon website for all the convention information you could hope for.

See you at ALTCon 2016!

I will have all my original paintings, drawings, prints, artist proofs, mouse pads, playmats, t shirts, sketchbooks, and more for all your monster art needs! I should be doing a panel at AltCon, but a of writing this post the panel schedule has yet to be posted. When I know something I will be sure to share it.

If you are in the Tallahassee or panhandle area I hope to see you out there at the North Florida Fairgrounds for two days of fun!

That is all for another exciting Wednesday on the blog, see you back here on Friday! Until then...

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Come see me at ALTCon 2016!

I am happy to announce that I will be a guest at ALTCon 2016 this coming Match 19-20! This will be my first time attending ALTCon and I am really looking forward to it... especially since it takes place in Tallahassee, Fl and I don't have to travel to be a part of it. They made the announcement last week...

See you at ALTCon 2016!

They are still announcing guests, but it looks like it will be a fun time is to be had at ALTCon 2016! All the details and tickets are available over on their website for those interested in attending. A lot of the other local artists and crafts folks will be there as well, so there will be plenty to see this year at ALTCon.

The ALTCon website has all the details and info to make your ALTCon expericen complete.

And remember, ALTCon is kid and family friendly!

I even have my own page under guests on the ALTCon website, so I am actually legit and stuff. For all the gruesome details you can check out my guest page...

Same info, different website. RAWR!

I will of course have more info and reminders as ALTCon approaches. If you are in the Tallahassee area I expect to see you there!

That is all for another exciting Monday on the blog, see you back here on Wednesday! Until then...

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com