For the first time since the start of the costuming track, I made it to the track room in M103-105 (M) for their 2PM panel, “Fabrics: Proper Choices and Embellishments.” After some initial technical difficulties, the panel got underway with Freddie Clements showing some examples of garments that were at the base the same–and took the same amount of time… Read more →
I have always wanted to give blood, but because of my age (under 18) and home country (Canada), I was never able to do so legally. I arrived at Dragon*Con to find out that this year’s blood drive is bigger and better than ever, and I am officially eligible to donate blood. After less than an hour, I received my… Read more →
Best known for her roles as Beth Kittridge in TekWar and Dr. Elizabeth Weir in Stargate: Atlantis, Torri Higginson has been a prolific guest star on several TV shows and is currently helping on a film script about themes of obsession and inspiration. She took a few minutes after signing in the Walk of Fame to speak with the Daily… Read more →
Once again, the Friday Night Costuming Contest was host to a number of stunning costumes. With a focus on craftsmanship, this contest is never short on amazing pageantry. The amount of work and level of detail each contestant has given to their costumes is truly commendable. It was no easy feat choosing the winners.
Taloolah Love and New Orleans John presented the “Pin-Ups By the Pool Costume Contest” Friday 8PM at the Sheraton Hotel pool. Although scheduled for two hours, the first hour consisted of guests wandering around the pool, socializing, cheering when guys cannon-balled into the pool, and taking pictures of the few contestants who mingled with the crowd before the formal viewing… Read more →
(Please remember, Mr. Letterman, that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.) For those of you who either have never been to Dragon*Con before, or you’re feeling at odds about what to do next, this Canadian duo of roving reporters give you the top ten list of things you must do before 5PM on Saturday at Dragon*Con. 10. Watch at… Read more →
Bestselling author Brandon Winn Sanderson, master of brilliant world building, stunning plot twists, and innovative magic systems, has returned to Dragon*Con this year. Five years ago, he was chosen to complete the late Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time. Fans the world over are eagerly awaiting the last installment, A Memory of Light, which Sanderson finished writing just a few weeks… Read more →
Atlanta author Jana Oliver writes an award-winning young adult fantasy set in an alternate Atlanta and featuring the Atlanta Demon Trappers Guild. A Dragon*Con regular, Oliver sat down with The Daily Dragon to discuss her books.
