Photo by Jerry Nelson/journeyamerica.org
Some of what people are saying about Fanaticon2, Asheville’s annual comic con:
From browncoatmom.blogspot.com:
I got there a little before 10 and got to see some of the opening ceremonies. Once we got in, I went straight to the Browncoat table, which was in the same area as last year.
My husband brought Emily with him, and checked out the con, including the kids area. Unfortunately the area was geared towards older kids and not really toddlers. I’d love to see this area expanded for next year to include some activities that toddler friendly since I saw so many toddlers throughout the day.
The only thing I did besides help man the Browncoat table was the costume parade. The juggling show at the beginning was fun though it meant there was a bit of lag as all the costumed folks made their way backstage.
It was very hot this year. I don’t remember it being so hot last year. We were on an upper floor and there was at least some air flow. The couple of times I went downstairs, the heat became a bit too much. I felt bad for the vendors who were in the heat of things.
I do think that Fanaticon has outgrown the Asheville Art Museum.
On top of a great event, you have these “characters” walking around the streets of Asheville, taking pictures with people and having a great time. It is kind of like a disorganized Disney World.
From daisydeadair.blogspot.com, which posted a ton of photos:
16) Who you gonna call?
17) Answer to question in #16.
18) Folks in costumes outside the con.
19) T-shirt reads, “Zombie. Eat flesh.” (modeled on SUBWAY logo: Eat Fresh)
20) Another shot from 2nd floor of museum.
21) Look at her eyes! Some kind of contact lenses made em look like cat’s eyes, really cool.
22) Woman in #21, with mask on and accompanied by monster partner. Awesome costumes!