conventions

From Comic Con, to Wizard World, geek conventions showcase comics, film, television, and all things geek.

Cosplay Do's and Don'ts: Part 3. Content Warning.
As I prepare to attend my final convention as a cosplayer later on this month, I'm back to share some more cosplay do's and don'ts on here. It's been five years since I posted Part two of these helpful cosplay tips. Yes, I know it's been a long time, but I'm back to assist you. If you would like to read the first two parts of my own cosplay do's and don'ts, the links are down below:
By Mark Wesley Pritchard about a year ago in Geeks
Benefits of Converting PSD to WordPress for Website Design
In today's digital world, having a well-designed website is essential for any business or individual looking to build a strong online presence. While designing in Photoshop (PSD) allows for creative freedom, translating that design into a fully functional website requires a solid content management system (CMS). WordPress, being the most popular CMS, offers the perfect platform to bring your design to life. Converting PSD to WordPress is a great way to combine the aesthetics of a custom design with the versatility and functionality of WordPress.
By Mark Wongabout a year ago in Geeks
Story of Coraline
This is a story of a young girl named Coraline Jones with a boring life with two parents ignoring her attention until she finds a secret door taking her into another world that makes everything better until she realizes the Other World isn't a perfect world that she thought it would be. Her story was based on a 2002 novel by Neil Gaiman later adapted into a 2009 stop animation making it a cult hit and a fan favorite.
By Gladys W. Muturiabout a year ago in Geeks
“The Black Vortex” Would Make A Great In-Game Story Event For Marvel Future Fight
In 2015, Marvel Comics released "The Black Vortex," a crossover event that encompasses multiple titles, including "Guardians of the Galaxy" and "X-Men." The narrative revolves around an ancient artifact, the Black Vortex, capable of bestowing immense cosmic power upon individuals, transforming them into more potent, godlike versions of themselves.
By Jenna Deedyabout a year ago in Geeks
Geek Chic
The roots of geek culture can be traced back to the mid-20th century, when science fiction literature, comic books, and early computer technology began to capture the imaginations of young enthusiasts. These early adopters formed tight-knit communities, often meeting in basements or garages to share their passions and discoveries. Despite being marginalized by mainstream society, these geeks laid the groundwork for the cultural revolution that would follow.
By Sazeeb Chowduryabout a year ago in Geeks
The Evolution of Anime in the Age of Mainstream Popularity
To understand my shock with anime becoming mainstream we have to go back in time. My anime journey began as a child. With the OG Pokemon. Some people consider Pokemon to be a cartoon, But it's an animated series from Japan. "Anime" as we use it in English is just a word for a Japanese animated series. So yes, Pokémon is an anime. I grew up with older brothers who were obsessed so of course my sister and I were too. I remember opening packs of cards and watching episodes we had on VHS (Yes I am old) over and over and over again.
By animetipzabout a year ago in Geeks
The Wild Robot
The Wild Robot is a wonderful adventure for the whole family. It will make you laugh. It will make you cry. It will make you question how dark your humor can be, especially when watching an animated movie mostly targeted at kids.
By Atomic Historianabout a year ago in Geeks
Renaissance Festival War Stories September 21-22, 2024
Continued from weekend 5... We are down to the penultimate weekend. We are getting tired, but still love what we do. There is an odd mix coming of 'I'm ready for it to be over' vs 'I don't want it to be over.' We keep moving forward, we have no other choice.
By Tinka Boudit She/Herabout a year ago in Geeks
I worked in a comic book shop for a week
Are you a fan of comics? Card games? Statues? Manga? and all things geek? Well, I got to live the dream for every geek for a week, and here are my thoughts.
By animetipzabout a year ago in Geeks
Kaos
!!Warning: Spoilers Ahead!! Kaos is a new show from Netflix that premiered on August 29, 2024. The show centers around the retelling of Greek mythology through a modern lens. The cast is led by the god Jeff Goldblum playing the character of Zeus, the king of the gods and ruler of Mount Olympus.
By Atomic Historianabout a year ago in Geeks
What are some Hilarious Robbery Stories
Hilarious Robbery Stories : Get ready for some laughs Robberies are usually not funny, and many times cause mental traumas to the victims. However, sometimes, when the thieves are not experienced and just innocent, they do some things that not only fail their attempt to steal but also are extremely hilarious. Because of these failed robbery attempts, these thieves were caught and had to face trouble
By Venu2 years ago in Geeks
How is freedom of speech being threatened?
1.Government Authoritarian governments whose primary aim is to stay in power want to ensure that any media coverage is favourable. In order to control the public narrative, they appoint political figures to media authorities and exercise financial and editorial control over mainstream media outlets. As reported by our member organization in our 2022 Media Freedom Act. Hungary is an egregious example of this where over 80% of the media market is controlled directly or indirectly by the Hungarian government.
By Venu2 years ago in Geeks