Panels!

Presenting: the 2023 Hashtagcon Indie Series Panels!

Presenting: the 2023 Hashtagcon Cosplay Series Panels!

"How I got my first job in the industry, and what made the difference"
4:30pm-5:00pm
Eric Piccione, former Art Director, EA
"Serious Games & Applied Research Using Games"
5:30pm-6:00pm
Profs. Jacob Enfield, Stephanie Kane, Daniel Greenberg
"What it's like to publish a game, and things to know beforehand"
6:30pm-7:00pm
Prof. Robbie Dieterich, former Programming Lead at iNIS Corporation, Japan
"A view of AR and how it could change games of the future"
7:30pm-8:00pm
Prof. Sang Nam & James Casey, Director of Virginia Serious Games Institute (VSGI)

Stage Presence: The Importance of Confidence

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Scarlet Usagi shares what they've learned being a triple-threat idol performer with over 10 wins! Having performed at a variety of shows and conventions, both solo and alongside groups; they are coming to HashtagCon to show you how to step up your performance!

Cosplay is For Everyone!

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Getting into cosplay can be intimidating, and it may feel like you have to swing for the fences or buy all kinds of equipment. The truth is, you learn from doing and it can be easy to piece together a wearable cosplay with a little creativity and a hot glue gun! We will show some of our cosplays, answer questions about how things were made, and help everyone get their creative juices flowing!

An Introduction to Cosplay Makeup

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Evangeline Daring has over 8 years of experience cosplaying, focusing primarily on wigs and makeup! In her panel she will talk about things like makeup specifically for photoshoots, contouring for changing your face's shape, age, or even gender, and choosing the right makeup for you and your cosplay! Sharing industry tips on all of these things and a wide range of applications from subtle to drag! If you've ever wanted the ability to ask how to achieve a look that's just out of your reach, her panel is one you don't want to miss!

We are looking for Volunteers to show off their Cosplay or Crafting skills!

If can be for anything you feel would Help others in their cosplay Goals!
Panelist Applications Due June 11, 2023

All volunteers will receive one free admission badge

Apply Now!

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