late thoughts on Thoughtbubble

Thoughtbubble 2014 is only the second comics convention I have visited, my first being ELCAF earlier this year. I've found both conventions slightly odd experiences, mainly crowded and confusing. Maybe I will get into it. Although I talked to some illustrators, some I'd known online and some not at all, I found it difficult and awkward and it's something I'd like to be better at by the time the next one comes around!

I preferred what was on offer in terms of illustration and products at ELCAF, but appreciate the variety at TB. It was interesting to be surrounded by cosplayers for the first time- possibly one of the most unique reactions to illustration.

Although I spent a good deal of the day feeling a bit disorientated the highlights for me were the panels. I didn't spend any time at panels at ELCAF so again, this was a new experience.

Bee + Puppycat Panel:

• Mainly just a fun event, but it was also learn more about the construction of animations and how studios work together. 

Artist Live Drawing:

• The highlight of this were definitely the (sometimes terrifying yet humourous) quips of Boulet, but it was also interesting to hear illustrators talk about their daily working experiences, even if it was in a light hearted manner.

Diversity in Comics Panel:

• I feel that a lot more could have been discussed in this panel if it wasn't for the limited time restrictions. In a turn I didn't expect a lot of the panel was focused on diversity at comics conventions themselves.