Posts Tagged ‘DragonCon’
Dragon Con 2018: Black cosplay rules even when BBQ Becky shows up
Once again Black cosplay took center stage at Dragon Con starting at midnight on the first official day of the convention with a Wakanda United party. Participants marched into the room in true Black Panther fashion proud in their armor and costumes and then broke into “The Electric Slide” and for Black folks, the party was…
Read MoreGet ready to enjoy the Dragon Con 2018 parade this weekend in Atlanta
Once again, downtown Atlanta will be the setting of one of the greatest parades of science fiction and pop culture, the DragonCon 2018 parade. Thousands will line Atlanta’s Peachtree Street to the downtown hotel district where an estimated 98K are expected to attend this year’s event. The main DragonCon 2018 hotel venues are the Hyatt,…
Read MoreWeekend must-see: OnyxCon celebrates Black science fiction in Atlanta
When it comes to science fiction in Atlanta, Black fans are going to be ecstatic. After all, the city has seen streets shut down and jobs filled for writers, actors, illustrators and cinematographers for a burgeoning industry now called “Y’allywood.” For the past 10 years OnyxCon, a three-day science fiction and pop culture convention targeting Black…
Read MoreDragon Con 2018: Atlanta’s sci-fi convention returns Aug. 30-Sept. 3
For more than 30 years, Atlanta has played host to Dragon Con. The annual convention is one of the nation’s largest and it grows every year. Last year, there were over 70K participants. This year, there are 85K badge holders who will descend on downtown Atlanta from Aug. 30-Sept. 3. The four-day event features panel…
Read MoreBlack cosplay: Pharmacist by day, cosplayer by night
In 2018, Atlanta is playing host to some great sci-fi/comic book fan conventions such as MomoCon, ComicCon and of course DragonCon. One of the great sights at these events is people engaging in what is known as cosplay. Cosplay is short for “costume play,” where participants dress as their favorite character from pop culture. Some…
Read MoreWhen it comes to Black cosplay, here’s how to make the ‘Dean’s Lyst’
“My name is Walter Dean. I am a cosplayer and designer. My business’ name is Dean’s Lyst. My work has been spotlighted by Marvel Studios in their video series called, ‘Marvel Becoming.’ For this series, I recreated two Dora Milaje costumes,” says Dean What city do you call home? I’m, originally, from Lansing, Michigan. Now, Atlanta is my home.…
Read MoreFrom She-Hulk to Chun-Li, Black cosplayer Ree knocks out competition
In 2018 Atlanta is playing host to some great sci-fi and comic book fan conventions such as MomoCon, Comic-Con and, of course, Dragon Con. One of the great sights to see are the people engaging in what is known as cosplay. Cosplay is short for costume play, where participants dress as their favorite character from…
Read MoreCorey Isaac is an Atlanta artist who loves cosplay
The premiere of Avengers: Infinity Wars has comic book-loving fans out in force to see the continuation of the franchise. But there is a special breed of fans who do not need a blockbuster movie to show their love of pop culture. These people are known as cosplayers and they enjoy expressing their imagination and…
Read MoreTaLynn Kel slays the cosplay game in Atlanta as a full-figured model
In 2018, Atlanta is hosting some great sci-fi/comic book fan conventions, such as MomoCon, ComicCon and of course DragonCon. One of the great sights at such events is people engaging in what is known as cosplay. Cosplay is short for costume play, where participants dress as their favorite character from pop culture. One such person…
Read MoreBlack cosplay and ‘Black Panther’ to unite at Atlanta movie event
In a little under two weeks, Black Panther will hit movie screens across the country. In Atlanta, there is one family-friendly event that combines costumes, art and a special showing of Black Panther that you may want to attend. On Thursday, Feb. 15, 2018, Amandalah! A Black Panther Screening & Experience will take place at AMC…
Read Morev: Dragon Con 2017: Black geek organizers explain cosplay
Downtown Atlanta was full of people dressed in a wide variety of costumes this past Labor Day for DragonCon 2017. In this video, the organizers of the “World of Wakanda” photo shoot explain why more Blacks are getting into cosplay and DragonCon.
Read MoreThe world of Wakanda comes to Atlanta for Dragon Con 2017
At this year’s DragonCon there were dozens of people dressing as their favorite comic book heroes. This year there was a special event that featured Black attendees with the theme “World of Wakanda.” The fictional kingdom of Wakanda is ruled by Prince T’Challa, otherwise known as Black Panther, is the subject of a feature length…
Read MoreBlack heroes matter: Black geeks rise at DragonCon 2017
This past Labor Day weekend, Atlanta played host to DragonCon 2017. This year’s convention of pop culture brought over 82K visitors as well as $70M in revenue to Atlanta businesses and hotels. One major part of DragonCon that has grown over the years is cosplay and many Black attendees let their imagination and creativity shine.…
Read MoreDragon Con 2017: Imagination and fun with cosplay
Each year, DragonCon in Atlanta features attendees who really get into the spirit of the event. From comic book heroes to “Game of Thrones” cosplay, these people are having fun. See picture from this weekend’s event below.
Read MoreDragon Con 2017: The best Labor Day weekend parade in Atlanta
The Labor Day weekend kicked off with one of Atlanta’s greatest parades, DragonCon 2017. Thousands lined up on Peachtree Street to watch the display of fantasy and talent led by Grand Marshall Stan Lee. The crowd enjoyed a wide range of costumes and various genres of pop culture. Here are some pictures from Saturday’s parade.
Read MoreDragon Con 2017: Costumed vixens of color
DragonCon 2017 featured some very beautiful Black costumed vixens, who really got into the spirit of the event. Here are just a few:
Read MoreThe adult and naughty side of Dragon Con 2017
When DragonCon first started a little of 30 years ago, it was a gathering of gamers, comic book fans, and pop culture fans. Over the years it has transformed into an annual gathering that in 2017 will have over 82K participants. One of the big draws at DragonCon is “cosplay.” People participating in cosplay activities…
Read MoreHow to enjoy the Dragon Con 2017 parade this weekend in Atlanta
Each year, downtown Atlanta is the scene of one of greatest parades of science fiction and pop culture. The parade will begin at the intersection of Peachtree Street and Linden Avenue, head south on Peachtree, east (left) on Andrew Young International Boulevard and north (left) on Peachtree Center Avenue. It will end on Peachtree Center Avenue between…
Read MoreBlack and into cosplay? Must-do events for Dragon Con 2017
This year, DragonCon 2017 is showing a unique and growing base, the Black “cosplay” fan. Costume play, known as “cosplay,” features fans of science fiction, comic book and pop culture who spend a lot of money and time to dress up in homemade costumes. DragonCon 2017 allows these fans to fully express themselves in a public…
Read MoreDragonCon 2016 celebrates 30 years of sci-fi pop culture in Atlanta
For fans of science fiction and fantasy, there are very few events as large as DragonCon held annually in Atlanta. DragonCon will take place from September 2-5 and is expected to gather more than 70K fans, making it one of the largest conventions held in the city of Atlanta. Fans will gather at five major…
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