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Anime Central 2023<\/h4>\n published 1 year ago<\/span>\n
Attendees dance in the lobby of the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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L.A. Comic Con 2022<\/h4>\n published 1 year ago<\/span>\n
The South Hall lobby experiences a range of lighting, from bright daylight mornings to dark and moody evenings.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Holiday Matsuri 2019<\/h4>\n published 4 years ago<\/span>\n
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Holiday Matsuri 2019<\/h4>\n published 4 years ago<\/span>\n
Holiday Matsuri is an anime convention that really stands out to me. First of all, it\'s a holiday-themed convention held in December. You get all of the great cosplay like at other anime conventions, but the cosplayers cleverly add holiday elements like Christmas colors, decorations, and string lights. This adds an extra element of fun and makes this con look and feel unique.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Holiday Matsuri 2019<\/h4>\n published 4 years ago<\/span>\n
When you have pools and Florida sun, you of course have swimsuits. Mix that up with holiday-themed swimsuit cosplays and what a combination you have! That generally means a lot of green and red color, but also tinsel, garland, ornaments, wreaths, and string lights. Think about Ruby Rose from RWBY with her gun decked out in garland. Or Mercy from Overwatch with a Santa Claus white fringed dress. It\'s fun to see what people come up with and there are always surprises.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Anime Los Angeles 2022<\/h4>\n published 2 years ago<\/span>\n
At night the Rainbow Bridge glows different colors with LED lights in changing patterns.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Anime Los Angeles 2022<\/h4>\n published 2 years ago<\/span>\n
Light colored walls make the atmosphere feel bright and clean.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Anime Los Angeles 2022<\/h4>\n published 2 years ago<\/span>\n
Along the exterior of the convention center is a long boardwalk that\'s great for hanging out and taking photos. There were food trucks lined up feeding hungry attendees all weekend as well as a pop-up COVID testing site. The interior of the convention center is well lit thanks to an end-to-end glass wall and light wall colors. Nearby is a really neat pathway called the Rainbow Bridge which has some nice landscaping and sweeping LED lights. Adjacent to the convention center is the Hyatt Regency hotel which offered discounted rates as part of the convention\'s room block.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Katsucon 2022<\/h4>\n published 2 years ago<\/span>\n
The Gaylord National is one of a group of Marriott resort destinations bearing the Gaylord name. Other locations include Colorado, Texas, Florida, and Nashville and each of them are themed to their location. The National Harbor resort has a colonial theme which matches the American colonial history of the area. The Colorado resort has a mountain and railroad theme, etc, etc. They are all quite impressive in their size and design.\n\nWhat sets the Gaylord National apart is its massive atrium. Both the width and height are awe inspiring at around 200 ft tall and completely covered by a glass wall and ceiling. It\'s so large - you can see it from afar. The ballroom level has bright marble floors, large doors with sweeping gold drapes, and of course the famous gazebo where everyone lines up to get their photo taken. I personally have never shot at the gazebo. It\'s an okay-looking location, but I don\'t think it\'s worth waiting in line for except to cross it off of your bucket list.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Colossalcon Texas 2021 Swimsuit Anime Convention<\/h4>\n published 3 years ago<\/span>\n
After attending events at the Ohio and Pennsylvania resorts it becomes apparent that the company has become more sophisticated and experienced when it comes to resort design. The somewhat older resorts have darker earth tones and rather unimpressive suites that are starting to feel dated. Some of the layouts feel awkward and some walkways are cramped for space. The Round Rock resort by contrast is thoughtfully laid out, spacious, modern, fresh, and professional. It is by far the best looking Kalahari resort. Instead of brown and tan colors everywhere there are brighter, lighter colors. The furniture and decor are less tacky. Rooms are likewise bright, clean, and modern with grey tones and white linens. African art is still present throughout the resort, but it’s presented in a way that feels more like an art museum rather than a collection of cheap prints. It wouldn’t surprise me if they hired professional designers for this resort. It easily rivals hotels built by established companies such as Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n