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I pronounce it like Roo-shh. The e being silent. I spelled the way it sounds it would probably be spelt like "Roosh". A lot of people pronounce it as "Rush" though.
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See the last answer to this question. It's still the same.
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A lot of my inspiration comes from roleplaying, online or off. I also do tend to draw on whatever my obsession of the day is. I'm a bit mercurial in terms of what I'm into at any given time, although there's always been a few constant themes.
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No, just on an impromptu extended hiatus ATM because I'm having trouble working two jobs and keeping up with two comics.
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I hope soon. Might try to post some filler in the meanwhile depending on how things shake out.
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Yes, there are specific scenes with him when he is particularly outraged but not really able to do anything about it.
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Darshe. He doesn't need a pansy wand to cast proper spells... and his spells cause total obliteration.
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Eh, generally I hate cola in general, buuut I tend to hate pepsi a little less. So probably Cherry Pepsi.
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Freedom.
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Eventually yes. And they really are lovely.
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1280 x 1024
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asked by Ginpu
Geez, this is a huge question! As an exhibitor at a convention, as in vendor or artist alley, I think there are different expectations for both, but I think there are some universal constants. In terms of display, you should have at least one professionally printed or produced banner of some kind. Preferably a vertical one, rather than one that drapes over the front of your table for visibility reasons. If you are at a really busy con, it can get lost in the throng, whereas a tall one won't. Displays depend on product, but the rule of thumb tends to be get vertical with your displays. Make sure its raised up. Don't lay it flat on the table or people won't see it from a distance. Prop it up on a box if you have to, but make sure its upright. This applies for prints, books, crafts, anything. Whatever you can do to accomplish this, from buying plastic or wire displays, creating wood or cardboard displays, or just raising things up on boxes. Whatever goes. A basic need, ever exhibitor should have is a table cloth. Don't assume one will be provided. Make sure you bring some kind of secured cash box for your float/cash, and a receipt book or at least a ledger to track sales. You can also do this digitally if you have a net book or laptop, although that requires power. In terms of product,t his depends on who you are. For comic artists, I'd say the most important things are 1) A book, either floppy comic or graphic novel. 2) Art prints/art book, 3) something small, pins are good, bookmarks, or charms. If you can do it, commissions at the table are usually the sort of bread and butter of a an artist at a con. Thats why art books are so important. If you can afford to make things like T-shirts, they can be good if you have the right design, but they are notoriously hit or miss, and can be expensive to produce in small numbers. If you haven't been to a lot of cons, start small, pick the key products and work those first. Other things you should bring are food and water for behind the table. You never know if you are going to be able to escape to the bathroom, let alone a lunch break. The most important giveaway you can bring is a business card. Make sure you have a whole box and encourage people to take them!
As a convention goer, it really depends on the convention. I'm looking for things that appeal to me and that are within a reasonable price range or present as a good deal/value. I'm probably more likely to pick up something novel and well priced, than something generic and overpriced. I'm not personally a real collector of art ( so I don't by prints), but I will buy comics or graphic novels if they are reasonably priced and something I'd like subject wise. A particularly humorous button or sticker might catch my attention. I do like novelty. If someone has something I've never seen before, then I'm more likely to sit up and take notice of the same old, same old. I am personally attracted to professional displays. Hand written signs on construction paper just turn me right off as a buyer. I like clean, uncluttered, easy to browse tables. It makes it easy for me to see what the seller has on display.
I think also, the attitude of the person behind the table has a bit effect, on both sides of the table. As a buyer I'm much more willing to buy from someone who is warm, polite, excited, and engaging. If you can get excited about your work, and be proud of your work, I'm more likely to be interested. If you are all sullen and hiding and not looking at me, I'm not going to be as engaged with your table, or invested in your merchandise, no matter how good it is. As a seller, I've noticed when I stand up, and I engage people in the same manner I would want to be engaged, I make much better sales, no matter what I'm selling.
I don't think conventions have any sort of 'magic bullet' as far as what makes a successful con, selling or attending, but there are a lot of factors that you can account for and do your best to address. -
Formspring question of the day
asked by FormspringOne that had an extensive gluten/wheat free selection.
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Oooo tough one. Werewolf! ( although I'd probably prefer a werecat if it were available.)
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The art of time management. I'm really bad at that, but I think if I managed that, I could, quite literally, do anything.
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Just one at a time thanks. I've got my one, at that. He's mine. No one else can have him.
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A full throttle and a Cliff bar. (chocolate chip. They are the hands down best.)
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Everyone is doing it.. twitter, webcomics, facebook. Fuck, I was feeling left out. :P
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Marie Tary’s Bio
A thirty something graphic designer who aspires to do comics and other artsy things. Self proclaimed geek of anime, art, and sometimes computerish stuff. Plays video games, has cats, and a boyfriend.
