05/23/07: No longer answering messagesHi all, I am leaving for the convention tomorrow morning. See you there for checkin on Friday & Saturday in SJCC D!
05/20/07: Online Registration CLOSED#1. Have you already registered? If so.... check this page:
http://anime-online.com/cosplay/list.php
If you are under "Fully Registered Groups" -- you are IN!
Now you just need to check in at the convention on Friday or Saturday. Please see here for locations and hours:
http://www.fanime.com/cosplay/cosplay_timeline.html
#2. If your group is listed as a "PROBLEM" group -- YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED. There is something horribly wrong with your entry. You didn't fix it within the time limit, so if you still want to be in the Masquerade, you need to check in at the Masquerade Registration desk at the convention (see timeline click here (http://www.fanime.com/cosplay/cosplay_timeline.html)).
We are still accepting Registration at the convention... sometimes spaces open up :) You can get a spot even if you are not on the waiting list if you are lucky.[/b]
See you all at con. I probably won't be answering many e-mails or posts, and I will be onsite on Thursday -- you can find me helping run the Swap meet.
Many thanks,
Marisa
05/16/07:Hi everyone! Confirmation E-mails have been sent out. If you are in the "Fully Registered Groups" section you should have received an e-mail. If you did NOT receive an e-mail, please PM me and I will PM the e-mail to you.Registered groups listed here. (http://anime-online.com/cosplay/list.php)
Notes:
Yes, when you edit your group, your time of registration changes. However, this does not affect your registration as long as you are on the "Fully Registered Groups" list. Remember, the group numbers are not going to be your actual spots for Masquerade.
I will be taking "Emergency Judging" (for Sunday) requests up until May 21.
If you are listed as a "PROBLEM" group this is because:
1. You didn't ever add any group information
2. Your information doesn't make any sense
3. Your entry looks fake
4. You registered as a walk-on and then said "no" for craftsmanship. You are required to do Craftsmanship judging if you are a walk-on.
5. You can fix all of this by editing your entry ASAP.
Thanks :)
04/24/07: SORRY!!!!! *grovels*I'm super sorry, we had a family emergency and I have been out of town pretty much constantly since Easter. I was down in LA -_- and had extremely limited computer access.
Anyway, the Masquerade Registration List has been UPDATED!!!!
CLICK HERE FOR THE LIST (http://anime-online.com/cosplay/list.php)
If you have a "PROBLEM" next to your name, it means that you didn't fill out your entry completely.
Don't worry, you still have a spot as long as your entry checks out properly after it is fixed.
I am terribly behind on Forums and E-mail, but I figured that the most important thing was to get the list up to date. I will be answering forum messages and e-mails over the next few days.
MANY thanks for your patience, and sorry to disappear :-(
Marisa
Hi everyone,
You can either PM me here or or e-mail me at
[email protected]04/01/07: MASQUERADE REGISTRATION OPEN!!CLICK HERE TO REGISTER (http://anime-online.com/cosplay/)
View Registered Groups (http://anime-online.com/cosplay/list.php)
03/31/07: Reminder about RegistrationHi all, just a reminder that registration opens TOMORROW April 1 (not today!) at 11:59pm PST. Not an April Fool's Joke either ^_^..
If for some reason the link doesn't appear on the web site, please check here as I will post a link directly to registration the moment it is live.
THANKS :)
03/20/07: TECHNICAL UpdatesWell, I met extensively with the San Jose Facility managers as well as FanimeCon staff this weekend, and I have a few answers to questions people have been asking.
I know that several people are going to be disappointed by this, but we will have no video projection screen this year. Both myself and Jason, the Programming Director, offer our sincere apologies about this step backwards. Unfortunately, with our limited budget and the particular rules set up by the Center for Performing Arts... the cost to have the screen is unteneble for FanimeCon to provide this service this year. We did everything we could to try to fix this situation (and have been trying to fix it for quite some time now) but it ended up being impossible. I'm very sorry.
Unfortunately, we will also not be able to provide a spotlight or "extra podiums" either.
We will have:
- 4 wireless mics for vocal performances (singing) or Improv (Comedy) only. All plays / skits need to be pre-recorded (we offer services for this at the con if you don't have the ability to pre-record your skit).
- Ability to start dark, fade in, fade out. Basic option is "Lights always on".
- 6 chairs and 1 table that can be used for skits.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
3/17/07: Our rooms have been decided (yes, I need to update the web site) but:
Masquerade Registration will be in SJCC Room D
and.... Masquerade Practice Room SJCC Room E
GREAT NEWS!! We are going to have a "practice" room this year :) !! The room will be located right next to the Masquerade Registion. You can bring your group and your music and practice in the room, hang out with fellow Masquerade contestants while wating for judging, or even come in with your sewing kit and spend some time on those last-minute details on your costume.
Click here to see the map (http://sanjose.org/meetings/facilities/convention.php?x=floorplans) (the rooms are on the left side of the Exhibit Level)
Masquerade Guidelines are UP!! (http://fanime.com/cosplay/) 03/12/07Masquerade registration opens on April 1, 2007 at 11:59pm. The Masquerade is going to be in a NEW LOCATION this year, the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts (http://sanjose.org/meetings/facilities/perf_arts.php).Map to the Center for Performing Arts (http://sanjose.org/visitors/maps/maps/downtown.jpg)
Feel free to post GENERAL questions here, but send me super specific stuff via e-mail or PM.
Thanks everyone!
Marisa
FanimeCon Masquerade Coordinator[/url]
Updated! (see above)
Umm I was wondering if you could tell me how to sign up and what we need to do to sign up? :D
Quote from: "Miss Goku"Umm I was wondering if you could tell me how to sign up and what we need to do to sign up? :D
Rules and such will be posted on March 1st, Signup starts on April 1st! I will post information closer to the date. Thanks :)
~Marisa
Fanime Masquerade Coordinator
Quote from: "angeljibrille"
The Masquerade is going to be in a NEW LOCATION this year, TBA, but I think you are going to be happy and amazed. I'm just warning you in advance so you don't plan your whooooooooole skit around the old theater.
Uh-oh!!! Should we be worried??? I loved Theater, great stage and all...I have no idea where else could masq be!!!
Quote from: "LunaNeko"
Uh-oh!!! Should we be worried??? I loved Theater, great stage and all...I have no idea where else could masq be!!!
Nah. Don't be. Its a great place. I performed there before.
Hohoho~ I'm not telling how I know...~ I won't tell any further since it seems they want it a secret. I don't blame them. >.<
aww i wanna know!!! when will the word be let out on the location?
Maybe it's the OTHER theatre?
Quote from: "bahamutknightzero"Maybe it's the OTHER theatre?
There is OTHER theater???
I am so lame, I don't know anything about this location.
Maybe the Montgomery (sp?) Theater? Thats pretty much NEXT TO the Civic Auditorium, am I right?
The Montgomery is about a block away from the Civic Auditorium
From previous photo shoots I know of a couple in the area:
There is the California Theater on South First Street that sits about a thousand people. There is the Parkside Hall on Park Avenue that could seat about 2,000 people. The Montgomery Theater on South Market Street next to the Civic Auditorium only seats about 600 people so I doubt it would be there. There is the Center for Performing Arts on Almaden Blvd. that seats over 2,500 people. The Civic Auditorium seats 3,000.
California Theater:
Pros~ Would seat the 2,000+ Cosplay/Masquerade attendees.
Cons~ Cost could be an issue, but more of the equipment needed to run the Cosplay/Masquerade would be onsite and available. The location is not that convenient.
Parkside Hall:
Pros~ Could give enough seating for the Cosplay/Masquerade.
Cons~ Attendees of the event might not be able to find its location. Event Room type seating with folding chairs. Cost could be an issue, especially if the venue doesn't have staging and equipment required.
Montgomery Theater:
Pros~ Right across the street from the convention center.
Cons~ To small of venue for the Cosplay/Masquerade.
Center for Performing Arts:
Pros~ Large enough venue with needed equipment. Easy to locate even if it is off site of the convention center and a simple map in the registration bags could facilitate the attendees finding it.
Cons~ The location is down the street on the corner, about two blocks away. Costs could be a factor. Handicapped attendee's may find it more inconvenient for them and choose not to attend.
Civic Auditorium:
Pros~ Located right across the street from the convention center.
Cons~ Total cost could be a factor. Wanting to enlarge another Fanime event could be a factor.
Convention Center:
Pros~ Onsite location with easy access and attendees would not have to deal with traffic.
Cons~ Would mean shuffling around other event areas. Could limit the space needed for a different event area. Attendee line could congest the concourse and prove a difficulty. Event Room type seating with folding chairs. Cost could be an issue, especially if the venue doesn't have staging and equipment required.
With all this information, my bet would be on either the Convention Center or the Center for Performing Arts.
Just my opinion ^^)
What day is the masquerade gonna be on this year?
Wow thats pretty information- thanks i think thats awesome!
The only thing I end up asking each year is about the demensions of the stage and what boundaries we have. Where are the exits or what sort of curtains are there. Most of the groups I involve myself in have choreography that is effected by the stages size. Since we start no later than 6 months in advance, if that informatin can be relayed, it would be VERY helpful!
^_^
Quote from: "angeljibrille"Quote from: "Miss Goku"Umm I was wondering if you could tell me how to sign up and what we need to do to sign up? :D
Rules and such will be posted on March 1st, Signup starts on April 1st! I will post information closer to the date. Thanks :)
~Marisa
Fanime Masquerade Coordinator
Thanksyou for replying to me. This really helps ^__^>
Hey I also had a question about lanuage that we can and cant use in the skits... Like bad words or profanities.
Quote from: "Miss Goku"Hey I also had a question about lanuage that we can and cant use in the skits... Like bad words or profanities.
probably not too much, if at all....remember, fanime = family friendly :)
Maybe I'm looking in the wrong place, but I thought the Masq. rules were going to be posted on March 1st?
I'm trying to get a skit together but if it DOES work out it would be my first time doing one, so I'm not sure what the rules are or where I should be looking for them. I tried the Fanime homepage and I didn't see any posted here yet? But maybe this isn't the right spot for them?
If my group works out, I should be in the masq again this year. I loved how it was ran last year, too!! ^_^v
Anyone remember about what time the masq participants had to be there last year? I'm trying to figure out how late I can wear my non-masq cosplay before it's too late...
Hey everyone ^_^/~
I -did- submit the Masq pages, and the web staff is currently working on converting them into the Fanime Template. They should be up in the next couple of days. I'm sorry for the delay!
Marisa :)
Center for Performing Arts. WOW!
Thats across the street from the Crowne Plaza, right?
Yep!
http://sanjose.org/meetings/facilities/picts/cpa2.jpg
http://sanjose.org/meetings/facilities/perf_arts.php?x=photos
http://sanjose.org/meetings/facilities/picts/cpa1.jpg
Quote from: "Michi"If my group works out, I should be in the masq again this year. I loved how it was ran last year, too!! ^_^v
Anyone remember about what time the masq participants had to be there last year? I'm trying to figure out how late I can wear my non-masq cosplay before it's too late...
I dont really remember... I think it was somewhere between 3 or 5 but I cant remember >.< I have such a bad brain.
Quote from: "Miss Goku="Michi"If my group works out, I should be in the masq again this ye"][quotear. I loved how it was ran last year, too!! ^_^v
Anyone remember about what time the masq participants had to be there last year? I'm trying to figure out how late I can wear my non-masq cosplay before it's too late...
I dont really remember... I think it was somewhere between 3 or 5 but I cant remember >.< I have such a bad brain.[/quote]
I think it was like 5 or 6, but some groups chose to reherse and that one was at 1 or so and kinda ran late. I am in the same situation, I am in big cosplay group that day and still need to change in masq costume which is going to be a few layers, lol. Ick.
Also, I was wondering if they will have crafts judging like last year and if it would be possible to sign up for it online, that'd be cool.
Thanks Marisa! You're "The BOMB"
In the links Marisa gave, I found stage demensions in the SPECS link
http://sanjose.org/meetings/facilities/perf_arts.php?x=specs
Quote from: "YuffieK"What day is the masquerade gonna be on this year?
Rule of thumb is it's always going to be on the 3rd day of the convention. So, this year, it's on Sunday. :)
Thanks,
Marisa
Quote from: "Miss Goku"Hey I also had a question about lanuage that we can and cant use in the skits... Like bad words or profanities.
I'm like the least uptight person in the world about this stuff, BUT, I have to think of the convention :P
There are going to be LOTS of little kids in the audience (think of the children), and their possibly hyper-sensitve sue-happy parents. Therefore, we designate the Masquerade as a "family" event.
PLEASE use good judgement and don't:
1. Reveal normally covered body parts (no Janet Jackson style or Ron Jeremy style skits please :P No mooning either :P ) PLEASE if you are dressing up as Chocolate Misu... wear a freaking body suit. If you totally look like you are going to pop out of your costume on stage and haven't properly sewn your costume or glued yourself in, we are going to seriously question if it's going to be a huge potential problem to let you wear that poorly-designed-and-likely-to-rip-off DOA2 Volleyball swimsuit or Rikku costume on stage.
2. Use overt profanity (saying "You f****** suck you s**ty c***") will get you booted. Usually anything that's on normal TV (not cable) or radio (not satellite) is OK. If you want to make a funny skit bleeping yourself without actually saying anything? Go for it.
3. Do some overtly implied sex act on the stage
4. Make crass comments about any real life race, religion, gender, or preference -- be respectful of other people, OK ?
Basically use common sense. If you have a question if it's OK or not, ask me. We are pretty flexible, I'm not here to be your mommy.
Thanks :)
Marisa
omggg!!! coool. my first masquerade that i can sign up to.
lmao.
Quote from: "Shaxel"Maybe I'm looking in the wrong place, but I thought the Masq. rules were going to be posted on March 1st?
I'm trying to get a skit together but if it DOES work out it would be my first time doing one, so I'm not sure what the rules are or where I should be looking for them. I tried the Fanime homepage and I didn't see any posted here yet? But maybe this isn't the right spot for them?
Coming soon! Basics?
3 minutes max
12 people max
Quote from: "Michi"If my group works out, I should be in the masq again this year. I loved how it was ran last year, too!! ^_^v
Anyone remember about what time the masq participants had to be there last year? I'm trying to figure out how late I can wear my non-masq cosplay before it's too late...
We are still working out an exact schedule because it has to do with union rules, mandatory breaks, etc.
I believe we are scheduled to start at 6:30pm, so the mandatory meeting and contestant seating is probably going to be around 5:00pm (I'm not swearing to this!). The rehearsal will be earlier in the day.
noooo i need to finish my hw by thne... DANG!!!!!!! T_T cant it be on a saturday???
Quote from: "cassey k"noooo i need to finish my hw by thne... DANG!!!!!!! T_T cant it be on a saturday???
There is going to be a special concert on Saturday, there's no way to have Masquerade that day. Also, registration, music submission, and craftsmanship judging takes the full 2.5 days prior to the event, we need every minute. Also, being in the Masq is a big time commitment -- you need to be there from 5pm - 11pm on Sunday (we do have small children or people with valid reasons go first though if needed, so they can leave early).
Sorry! :(
Marisa
aww well if i get in, can i leave early coz of curfew???
I'm just curious as to why this new place? I'm not familiar with it at all, so i don't know what's the appeal of it, and also from what i remember it's a little bit of a walk to get over there =/
Quote from: "DayDreamerNessa"I'm just curious as to why this new place? I'm not familiar with it at all, so i don't know what's the appeal of it, and also from what i remember it's a little bit of a walk to get over there =/
From what I understand this decision was made because getting equipment for the old theater was too expensive and getting more expensive every year. Fanime is able to save a great deal of money because this theater comes fully set up with all the audio/visual type systems (lights, sound, stage dressing, etc.) and it's run by highly experienced union staff as well.
Honestly I don't really know everything; I went to a Fanime meeting and they said "lookie! a new theater!" So that was my input on it ("Eh??!"). It looks like it's a really nice setup, so I think in the long run it will be more comfortable for the audience (no huge speakers on the stage booming at them) and for the contestants. They are definitely trying to provide you with a better and more professional environment, which is a huge compliment :)
*nods* it may be a little bit farther away, but it's reeeeally nice ^__^
Will the AMV Contest and Gakufest be held here at this new theater as well?
Quote from: "angeljibrille"Quote from: "Shaxel"Maybe I'm looking in the wrong place, but I thought the Masq. rules were going to be posted on March 1st?
I'm trying to get a skit together but if it DOES work out it would be my first time doing one, so I'm not sure what the rules are or where I should be looking for them. I tried the Fanime homepage and I didn't see any posted here yet? But maybe this isn't the right spot for them?
Coming soon! Basics?
3 minutes max
12 people max
XD Thanks..now I just need to see if my companions will go for it or not. I know this is family oriented but would mild shounen ai be ok? No sexually explicit things just stating some 'I love yous'...I don't think that's any worse than most of the things on tv now a days? Also about the sound system and stuff..does this mean we need to pre-record our skits? Or actually memorize our lines for on stage performance?
Sorry to be asking so many things, but I'm completely new to this..I didn't even stay last year for the Masq because I found the seating too claustrophobic. O_O I needed to breathe!
Quote from: "Shaxel"I know this is family oriented but would mild shounen ai be ok? No sexually explicit things just stating some 'I love yous'
As far as I know, that's fine. I've seen plenty of nice skits that were shounen-ai based.
Quote from: "Shaxel"Also about the sound system and stuff..does this mean we need to pre-record our skits? Or actually memorize our lines for on stage performance?
You don't *have* to, but that option is open to you. You don't have to memorize lines, either. Presentation-wise, though, both of those options are probably better and look more impressive.
(uhm, angeljibrille, feel free to correct anything I've said ^^")
Quote from: "angeljibrille"Quote from: "DayDreamerNessa"I'm just curious as to why this new place? I'm not familiar with it at all, so i don't know what's the appeal of it, and also from what i remember it's a little bit of a walk to get over there =/
From what I understand this decision was made because getting equipment for the old theater was too expensive and getting more expensive every year. Fanime is able to save a great deal of money because this theater comes fully set up with all the audio/visual type systems (lights, sound, stage dressing, etc.) and it's run by highly experienced union staff as well.
Honestly I don't really know everything; I went to a Fanime meeting and they said "lookie! a new theater!" So that was my input on it ("Eh??!"). It looks like it's a really nice setup, so I think in the long run it will be more comfortable for the audience (no huge speakers on the stage booming at them) and for the contestants. They are definitely trying to provide you with a better and more professional environment, which is a huge compliment :)
Do you know if the masquerade contestants will be able to watch from the audience again ^^? I really loved that, and i'm hoping you guys will be able to do that again, it'd be too awesome!
does any 1 know the legnth of the stage? and how long the skit max time is. and how many skits a person can be in?
Quote from: "SuperKawaiiNeko"Will the AMV Contest and Gakufest be held here at this new theater as well?
From what I understand for AMV: no.
But, honestly, *points up* this is Masq. I have no clue ^^;;
I don't even know what Gakufest is >.<
Sorry!
Marisa
Quote from: "Shaxel"XD Thanks..now I just need to see if my companions will go for it or not. I know this is family oriented but would mild shounen ai be ok? No sexually explicit things just stating some 'I love yous'...!
Absolutely OK! Nothing wrong with Shonen Ai :D (or yaoi) as long as it falls within what I said earlier.
Quote from: "Shaxel"I don't think that's any worse than most of the things on tv now a days? Also about the sound system and stuff..does this mean we need to pre-record our skits? Or actually memorize our lines for on stage performance?
Please pre-record your skits; the only exception for mics on stage is if you are going to sing. If there is some desperate reason that you can't pre-record it at home, we will have some limited services at the convention to help you record your skit.
Quote from: "Shaxel"Sorry to be asking so many things, but I'm completely new to this..I didn't even stay last year for the Masq because I found the seating too claustrophobic. O_O I needed to breathe!
I think you will like the new theater better :) Masq is fun! And we are a friendly Masq too; I promise you that after your skit (and even before your skit) you will be -seated in the audience-. You will not be stuck backstage, and you will be able to see everything but the ~3 acts before yours because you will be backstage at that point. We appreciate our cosplayers and we do our best to treat you with the respect you deserve for getting up on stage in front of everyone :)
Quote from: "DayDreamerNessa"Do you know if the masquerade contestants will be able to watch from the audience again ^^? I really loved that, and i'm hoping you guys will be able to do that again, it'd be too awesome!
ABSOLUTELY. This is one of my firm things; I will NEVER run a Masq again where they tell me I have to stick everyone backstage. You guys are the best possible audience as well as contestants, and having everyone out there to cheer for their friends and to see everyone's hard work is extremely important. Your enthusasim makes the whole audience more friendly, and newbies will know they have support out there in the audience which should help with those stage jitters. We are Fanime after all, for fans and by fans. This is YOUR Masquerade, of course you should be able to see it :)
Quote from: "ranma12"does any 1 know the legnth of the stage? and how long the skit max time is. and how many skits a person can be in?
The other two questions are answered earlier in this thread, but the last answer is ONE skit.
Also you must have made (or mostly made) your own costume, or your group's costumes (either by yourself or as a group).
Quote from: "angeljibrille"The other two questions are answered earlier in this threat, but the last answer is ONE skit.
I'm just saving this not for relevency, but it's one hell of a funny typo.
Would we be able to procure podiums (Normal sized ones) from some place within the con or the preforming arts center for a skit? I need four of them.
Content wise, I'm assuming we can use the word 'bastard' in it's definition of "does not consine with one's own veiws" correct?
Quote from: "Black_Knight"I'm just saving this not for relevency, but it's one hell of a funny typo.
*embarassed* Fixed!
Quote from: "Black_Knight"Would we be able to procure podiums (Normal sized ones) from some place within the con or the preforming arts center for a skit? I need four of them.
Not likely -_-. The old place used to have some in the back, but we aren't at quite the same liberty to procure stuff in the new facility. If you want podiums, I suggest making them out of cardboard. Plus, hey, bonus on construction for craftsmanship....
Quote from: "Black_Knight"Content wise, I'm assuming we can use the word 'bastard' in it's definition of "does not consine with one's own veiws" correct?
This is going to be a long long thread if I respond to every single "is this word OK" question ^^; Basically y'all know the prohibited ones... avoid the holy trinity of "bad" words or any variation on them: s**t, f**k, c**t/c**k
(and if you don't know how to replace the * with letters... PM me :P )
And no slurs please, or we will smack you and then send you to rehab :P
And feel free to use "FRACK", it's become, like, my favorite word evah.
Quote from: "angeljibrille"Quote from: "ranma12"does any 1 know the legnth of the stage? and how long the skit max time is. and how many skits a person can be in?
The other two questions are answered earlier in this thread, but the last answer is ONE skit.
Also you must have made (or mostly made) your own costume, or your group's costumes (either by yourself or as a group).
ohh ok and made u own cosplay?? but like its not a show off skit its just some humor but i think my friends make there own is that cool?
After all these years, I suppose I am curious to know the judging process. I have seen many masquerades with many different types of systems and faces. What are they looking for when they make the calls? How does a person qualify as a judge? By veteran cosplayers, belong to a cosplay media, professionals in performance or fashion industry or maybe a special guest? What is their ability to differenciate experienced cosplayers from the intermediate and Novice?
I think most of us aren't out to win. Everything our groups do is for fun and gratuity toward the group within the group, but I've seen so many groups come every year and they do great things yet there hasn't been any recognition for those poor guys that try so hard.
I understand that giving an award to everone would take an extensive amount of time as well, but I think that certain categories could be added, and or work with the promotional department at viz, or any other willing company to make a complimentary promo bag of fun goodies for all the cosplayers that did not get an award and prize. Similar to what they've done at the Cherry Blossom Festival in SF.
Different positive award systems for those not placed, can be done such as positive certificates with a group name and recognitions of Superior, Excellent and Outstanding.
Since the award process is lengthy, prizes could be picked up later and the next day at a room also similar to the pick up Process at Ani-Magic.
Just concerned for all of those cosplayers who do so much work without recognition. I'd hate to see any cosplayer discouraged! I just think its a nice way to say "Don't give up! Come back next year! This is the place to be!"
Quote from: "angeljibrille"Yep!
http://sanjose.org/meetings/facilities/picts/cpa2.jpg
http://sanjose.org/meetings/facilities/perf_arts.php?x=photos
http://sanjose.org/meetings/facilities/picts/cpa1.jpg
ohhh stadium seating...no more looking at the back of the person's head sitting in front of you.
*wipes drool from mouth*
It doesn't get any better then this. 8)
Quote from: "ranma12"ohh ok and made u own cosplay?? but like its not a show off skit its just some humor but i think my friends make there own is that cool?
Sorry, but we have Stage Zero for small skits like that!
The Masquerade is a Cosplay Contest; so it's all about the cosplay PLUS good skits. Spots in the Masquerade fill up quickly, so we have to limit it to people who:
1. Made his/her own costume
2. Made his/her own costume with his/her group's help
3. Made all the costumes for his/her entire group
4. Parent's made or helped with the costume for Under 14 is OK
Note: you do not have to be judged for Crafsmanship, that is optional, but we will ask you some basic questions to ensure you are following the rules.
The basis of entry is that you are entering your skit AND your costume. If you do not compete for Craftsmanship (9 awards) there are still 9 Performance Awards. It's just not fair to people who bought their costumes, or had mom or dad make the costume, to win a prize. Sorry!
Quote from: "UsakoMinako"After all these years, I suppose I am curious to know the judging process. I have seen many masquerades with many different types of systems and faces. What are they looking for when they make the calls? How does a person qualify as a judge? By veteran cosplayers, belong to a cosplay media, professionals in performance or fashion industry or maybe a special guest? What is their ability to differenciate experienced cosplayers from the intermediate and Novice?
We generally try to get ICG (International Costuming Guild) judges for Craftsmanship. Last year, we had two judges who were ICG. For Performance, we try to get someone with an extensive background in stage productions, film, music, etc. These are sometimes hard to come by (!) but we would prefer to have someone who is experienced at this to, say, "An Honored Guest" who would generally make a completely subjective choice instead of an objective one. So, last year we had two judges on the Performance side who had won many (many) awards at various conventions, or lead extensive cosplay groups and/or clubs.
Quote from: "UsakoMinako"I think most of us aren't out to win. Everything our groups do is for fun and gratuity toward the group within the group...
Part of this I agree with :) I know people do this for fun. However, EVERYONE likes to win. You can't tell me they don't like to win; people wouldn't be so upset to lose if they didn't want to win, even if they say they were just doing it to have fun. It's a contest; people know that and they enter to win or to try to win. People don't buy a lottery ticket to have fun, they want to win.
Several of the groups that won in 2006 were first-time contestants, and they were shocked to win, and I am presuming from the hugs and nice e-mails I got that they were happy too. However, not everyone can win. This is a contest, and it's going to stay a contest. For those who just want to cosplay and have fun, we have hall cosplay and you can also reserve Stage Zero to do smaller skits or "learn the ropes". But, yeah, this is a contest and we unfortunately cannot reward every participant other than trying to be as kind as possible and try to ensure that they have a good experience. We try to make sure they get to see the entire Masquerade, and that they are as comfortable as possible with water, seating, and an easy registration and judging process.
Quote from: "UsakoMinako"but I've seen so many groups come every year and they do great things yet there hasn't been any recognition for those poor guys that try so hard.
We absolutely recognize them. You have to realize that last year was my first year (2006) running Fanime's Masquerade, but we thanked all the participants and they are the first concern in my mind. I used to run Anime Expo (2000, 2002 & 2003), PMX (2005 & 2006), Anime Boston (2005), and Anime Expo New York.
You also have to consider the realities of Masquerade management at large conventions (unlike Sakura Festival and AniMagic). Fanime's Masquerade is run completely by donations. We have had a LOT more troble in recent years getting donations from various companies because they really don't need to do as much promotion anymore (everyone knows the companies) and it's a huge expense for them. The smaller companies are having trouble making ends meet, so they can't give as much. We are lucky to get items for the 20 prizes as it is, and I make up trophies every year just to ensure that there's something in case we don't get anything (which honestly almost happened last year-- my husband and I were begging on Saturday, and we actually donated some of our OWN personal items as prizes).
Quote from: "UsakoMinako"Similar to what they've done at the Cherry Blossom Festival in SF.
Cherry Blossom Festival is a lot smaller ^^; We are talking 150 - 200 bags; that's a HUGE expense. At AX one year we had almost 350 contestants. It's extremely unlikely, sorry! We are already offering 20 awards, so at least 20 out of the 50 groups will win a prize. As I said before, it is a contest, and unfortunately there are winners and those who do not win. They are welcome to try again the next year!
We have had a lot of newbies win, and also newbies who were so inspired by people who did win that they kicked butt on their new costumes and skits and came back the next year to win a prize. Also, some of the groups you say that did not win... you need to think about what may be going on backstage. For example, we have had groups cheat by saying they made a costume when they purchased it, or someone who was disqualified for violating the rules, or someone may be participating as a "display only" and asked to be taken out of prize consideration. These do happen, but we sometimes let people go on stage if we discover it too late in the game (like an hour before the performance), and we simply do not award them a prize. This is not information we share with the public, but it may be a reason for why someone didn't win.
Quote from: "UsakoMinako"Different positive award systems for those not placed, can be done such as positive certificates with a group name and recognitions of Superior, Excellent and Outstanding.
I know your intentions are good, but, you have to be realistic. It is going to be too expensive for me (I only have $500 budget, and that's already spent on trophies), and I sort of find it offensive categorizing people into the groups you list. These aren't elementary school kids who need a warm fuzzy, and we aren't here to justify people's self-worth. We DO give every single under-14 contestant a participation prize to encourage them, but, seriously, I feel strongly that this is over-the-top and patronizing to give everyone a "Great Job!" certificate and a gold star.
Quote from: "UsakoMinako"Since the award process is lengthy, prizes could be picked up later and the next day at a room also similar to the pick up Process at Ani-Magic.
The contestants have always made it very clear that they want their prize and their trophy that evening, and generally all the groups stick around to pick up their prizes then and there. Even if the audience doesn't stick around, I've found that all the contestants (except the little kids who have tuckered out by then) stay to cheer on their friends when they win... and then to take pictures of the winners. The pictures are very important for press, blogs, etc., who also want pictures then because the contestants will not be in these costumes the next day.
I hope that clarifies things.
Thanks,
Marisa
Quote from: "angeljibrille"Quote from: "ranma12"ohh ok and made u own cosplay?? but like its not a show off skit its just some humor but i think my friends make there own is that cool?
Sorry, but we have Stage Zero for small skits like that!
The Masquerade is a Cosplay Contest; so it's all about the cosplay PLUS good skits. Spots in the Masquerade fill up quickly, so we have to limit it to people who:
1. Made his/her own costume
2. Made his/her own costume with his/her group's help
3. Made all the costumes for his/her entire group
4. Parent's made or helped with the costume for Under 14 is OK
Note: you do not have to be judged for Crafsmanship, that is optional, but we will ask you some basic questions to ensure you are following the rules.
The basis of entry is that you are entering your skit AND your costume. If you do not compete for Craftsmanship (9 awards) there are still 9 Performance Awards. It's just not fair to people who bought their costumes, or had mom or dad make the costume, to win a prize. Sorry!
but i wasn't in it for an award of any sort i just thought that it would be fun to be in and wanted to try
Fanime 05 was my first masquerade, and me and my bf entered and didn't win. I definately was not discouraged, more than anything I wanted to come back, and do it again. Not everyone who loses becomes discouraged, for me it made me want to conitinue and become a better entertainer both costume-wise and performance-wise.
All this masquerade talk makes me excited about what i'm doing this year XD
Quote from: "ranma12"Quote from: "angeljibrille"Quote from: "ranma12"ohh ok and made u own cosplay?? but like its not a show off skit its just some humor but i think my friends make there own is that cool?
Sorry, but we have Stage Zero for small skits like that!
The Masquerade is a Cosplay Contest; so it's all about the cosplay PLUS good skits. Spots in the Masquerade fill up quickly, so we have to limit it to people who:
1. Made his/her own costume
2. Made his/her own costume with his/her group's help
3. Made all the costumes for his/her entire group
4. Parent's made or helped with the costume for Under 14 is OK
Note: you do not have to be judged for Crafsmanship, that is optional, but we will ask you some basic questions to ensure you are following the rules.
The basis of entry is that you are entering your skit AND your costume. If you do not compete for Craftsmanship (9 awards) there are still 9 Performance Awards. It's just not fair to people who bought their costumes, or had mom or dad make the costume, to win a prize. Sorry!
but i wasn't in it for an award of any sort i just thought that it would be fun to be in and wanted to try
I'm confused now, because like..my costume is all stuff I have put together myself except for my wig (obviously everyone buys their own wigs) but also my coat, because I personally lack the required skill to sew one..so I bought it..because of this am I now not allowed to be in the masquerade? I mean...I thought it was for skits? Not so much for showing off your costume? I guess I should have stayed longer last year to watch, if it's just for modeling purposes then I suppose I will back out, because I can't sew a coat like that on my own..I just don't have that kind of skill...and I too wasn't interested in winning a prize, I just wanted to have fun and maybe make some people laugh, but if that's not enough then I'll stay out so someone else can have a spot. I guess not knowing the rules made it unclear to me. People I talked with who had participated before gave me the impression the Masquerade was about the skits, not so much the costume, though I do think that people who worked very hard deserve to be acknowledged and applauded for it, but just because someone can't sew well enough to make a certain piece of their costume shouldn't exclude them from participating..or make them feel inferior by not allowing them to participate. Most people I know pay attention to the skits, not the parading of the costumes, I mean isn't that what the Hall cosplay is for? Showing off your cosplay?
My friends and I have put a lot of hard work into our skit, we want to make it fun, entertaining and stay within the rules. To put all the effort of creating it, fine tuning it, recording and rehearsing it and taking time out of the con to do so..only to be told we can't because I bought part of my costume isn't fair to us. It's not fair to anyone who worked hard on their skit. Yes costumes that are sewn completely by the cosplayer and look really good deserve to be admired, as does the person who put their heart into it. However if someone has a great costume and their skit is horrible then people won't be that impressed.
I guess what I'm trying to say is that I think it's unfair to exclude people who put their heart into something just because they aren't as skilled as some. If you're going to exclude people for the type of costume they have then it's only going to make them feel bad in the long run, I know it's hurt my feelings. I'm not sorry that I'm not skilled enough to meet your requirements, but I am sorry that I won't be able to do this.. I know for a fact that not that many people pay Stage Zero a whole lot of attention, most of us just pass by on our way to various other events, so for my friends to put in all that effort and take time out of the convention only to go to stage zero and have maybe ten or fifteen people even realize what we're doing is NOT fair to them.
Quote from: "Shaxel"I'm confused now, because like..my costume is all stuff I have put together myself except for my wig (obviously everyone buys their own wigs) but also my coat, because I personally lack the required skill to sew one..so I bought it..because of this am I now not allowed to be in the masquerade?
Don't worry! You are fine. We have a "found item" clause which covers exactly what you describe. For example, if your costume has jeans as a component... we definitely don't expect you to make the jeans! :) Or the shoes, or ... you get the picture. It's how you put it all together that matters, because you will be customizing your costume with found items. So you are fine :)
Quote from: "Shaxel"I mean...I thought it was for skits? Not so much for showing off your costume?
It's both ! We just have to limit how many people can be in it, and it's fairer for all involved if we reqiure at a bare minimum costumes that were not purchased off the rack from Japan or something, or made for you by a seamstress. Making the costume is part of the fun, in addition to the skit. We definitely love our skits too, and that's a HUGE component of Fanime! We don't require skits; and in fact this year walk-ons are STRONGLY DISCOURAGED because your performance is part of the event, and walk-ons are unfortunately boring for the audience. In fact, this year we are going to do the walk-ons all at once, which will free up the rest of the time for skits.
Quote from: "Shaxel"I guess I should have stayed longer last year to watch, if it's just for modeling purposes then I suppose I will back out, because I can't sew a coat like that on my own..
No, no, don't read too much into this >.< this is why I hesitated to post too much info before the rules were posted. I'm not sure what's taking so long on that (sorry!) but all of this is explained in there.
Quote from: "Shaxel"People I talked with who had participated before gave me the impression the Masquerade was about the skits, not so much the costume, though I do think that people who worked very hard deserve to be acknowledged and applauded for it, but just because someone can't sew well enough to make a certain piece of their costume shouldn't exclude them from participating..or at least that's my two cents, for what it may be worth.
It's both. I promise. :) We have had people win with simple costumes and amazing skits. You do NOT have to have a "OH MY GOD" costume to win a prize, you can be wearing a Heero costume of spandex pants and a green tank top and win if you have a wonderful skit and make people laugh. And, yes, that sort of Heero costume is covered under the "found item" clause as well, so don't stress too much. People worry too much!! :) Just come and have fun.
Our rule about making your own costumes is 100% ONLY for preventing people who purchased their costumes from eBay, Yahoo Japan, or a Seamstress, and are trying to win a prize for basically who spends the most money on eBay. THAT isn't fair to the other contestants.
As long as you are making an effort to create your costume or put together the costume out of found items to BE your character, you are just fine.Hopefully that helps :)
Marisa
Okay..so then...because my coat would be an Organization XIII coat..if I buy it..I can list it as a found item??
I just can't make those on my own..the one I tried to make ended up with a giant square hood and tends to choke me if I zip it up.
I mean..I'm not interested in fighting for a craftsmanship(?) prize..but I just want to participate...for the fun of having the experience.
Quote from: "angeljibrille"Quote from: "ranma12"does any 1 know the legnth of the stage? and how long the skit max time is. and how many skits a person can be in?
The other two questions are answered earlier in this thread, but the last answer is ONE skit.
You should update the first post of this thread will all of this information, as well as answering in new posts, so that once stuff gets buried people dont have to dig for their answers ^_^0
Quote from: "Shaxel"Okay..so then...because my coat would be an Organization XIII coat..if I buy it..I can list it as a found item??
I just can't make those on my own..the one I tried to make ended up with a giant square hood and tends to choke me if I zip it up.
I mean..I'm not interested in fighting for a craftsmanship(?) prize..but I just want to participate...for the fun of having the experience.
Yup, it's OK. :) Promise!
XD okie..thanks..I'm sorry for being such a spazz... I tend to be a worry wort I'm afraid >>;
I was just checking and then saw things and my mind sputtered and went 'Oh NOES!' x.x;
But thanks so much for clearing everything up, you've been very helpful. ^-^
Quote from: "angeljibrille"Quote from: "Shaxel"Okay..so then...because my coat would be an Organization XIII coat..if I buy it..I can list it as a found item??
I just can't make those on my own..the one I tried to make ended up with a giant square hood and tends to choke me if I zip it up.
I mean..I'm not interested in fighting for a craftsmanship(?) prize..but I just want to participate...for the fun of having the experience.
Yup, it's OK. :) Promise!
so we can join as long as we said we bought them? cuz im the same way i dontwant to be in the craftmans part
Quotepeople who purchased their costumes from eBay, Yahoo Japan, or a Seamstress...
You know, guys can draft patterns and sew too - so, by the letter of the law, if you bought your outfit from a male tailor, then it would be cool, right? =)
- FF
Quote from: "1Fireforge"Quotepeople who purchased their costumes from eBay, Yahoo Japan, or a Seamstress...
You know, guys can draft patterns and sew too - so, by the letter of the law, if you bought your outfit from a male tailor, then it would be cool, right? =)
- FF
:P Tailor, Seamstress, whatever. It's all the same ^^
I'll keep that in mind the next time I post though. XD
I think I need clarification for "found items" because as I read these it seems a little confusing.
I also am not interested in a craftsmanship award, honestly I didn't even know it was a contest I just wanted to be able to do something fun with the cosplay community and share the fun. I'm feeling a little blind sided by this whole issue to be honest. Can you please post the official specific rules on the web site before you allow people to sign up? I'd hate to sign up and then have to bail because I'm not qualified, I'd hate even more to not sign up because I wasn't sure.
It gets confusing with so many voices and so many questions. We really need the official rules. I'm not trying to be pushy, but I'm just so confused by this. I know you are a busy person, so please don't feel pressured.
Quote from: "BrightHeart76"It gets confusing with so many voices and so many questions. We really need the official rules. I'm not trying to be pushy, but I'm just so confused by this. I know you are a busy person, so please don't feel pressured.
Your wish is my command. :) The web staff finally put up the guidelines yesterday:
http://fanime.com/cosplay/
The section you need to read for information on costumes is here:
http://fanime.com/cosplay/cosplay_guidelines.html#req
And please feel free to PM me or email
[email protected] with any clarification questions.
Thanks!
Marisa
It says you must have your dialog pre recorded. What if I dont want to do a "skit" skit? Ive been condsidering doing a short stand-up bit (provided I can remember my material...I dont know why I didnt write it down.) Would I still have to record the whole set or would I be allowed use of the mic?
Hokai I read the rules and it says Ebay purchased items will not be allowed, but you told me I could list my Org. Coat as a found item and since I'm NOT after any craftsmanship awards/and I never would dream of competeing for one anyway/ I'm just going to list it as a found item.
Cause my boot covers and weapons I'm making myself and really that's all there is to the rest of my cosplay besides my wig.
My real question is the recording thing..now I have a hand held recorder that works pretty well BUT it only records on tapes, not on cds..now can we use tapes? Or does it have to be a cd? Cause if it's cd only then ugh more things to panic over.
Quote from: "SuperKawaiiNeko"It says you must have your dialog pre recorded. What if I dont want to do a "skit" skit? Ive been condsidering doing a short stand-up bit (provided I can remember my material...I dont know why I didnt write it down.) Would I still have to record the whole set or would I be allowed use of the mic?
You would be allowed to use the mic. :)
However, please let me know in advance what your stand up bit is going to be about, so I am not "shocked". Thanks!
Quote from: "Shaxel"Hokai I read the rules and it says Ebay purchased items will not be allowed, but you told me I could list my Org. Coat as a found item and since I'm NOT after any craftsmanship awards/and I never would dream of competeing for one anyway/ I'm just going to list it as a found item.
This is what we are prohibiting, fully pre-made costumes or close enough purchased off of eBay:
Click to see this link (goes to eBay) (http://cgi.ebay.com/NARUTO-SASUKE-UCHIHA-COSPLAY-COSTUME-1-SET_W0QQitemZ180094361036QQcategoryZ106911QQcmdZViewItem)
If you bought your costume that way, or from a costume shop, or off of Yahoo Japan, or you had it made for you by a tailor or seamstress it's not allowed. I just don't now how much clearer I can be about that. Also, we are keeping a close eye on all of those sites and we know the basic costumes that are out there as well as details about them, and we will call people on it if they try to pull a fast one. Sorry. It's just not fair to others who did make their costumes. This isn't a competition for who has the most money to buy a costume off of one of these sites.
Quote from: "Shaxel"My real question is the recording thing..now I have a hand held recorder that works pretty well BUT it only records on tapes, not on cds..now can we use tapes? Or does it have to be a cd? Cause if it's cd only then ugh more things to panic over.
We cannot use tapes. If you have a computer, you can record a "WAV" file, that is acceptable. I will post a sub-forum here where people more adept with this process than me can help with this. Also, if you practice and prepare your script in advance, we provide services at the convention Friday & Saturday to help you record your skit. If you have music, please bring it on CD or as an MP3.
Quote from: "Shaxel"..well I guess I'll back out then. Ebay is really the only place other than a costume shop where I could get my coat because I sincerely can't make one on my own that looks even remotely decent. I personally don't have the most money to do anything and certainly wouldn't want to make it seem like that's part of this competition but I don't have the sewing skills to compare with other people either so since this is a sewing and crafting competition I'll drop out now so I don't take up space and have to be refused later on.
Yeah, for those of us to make our own costume - Fanime masq with craftsmanship judging is a blessing now, we can show off our costumes and have fun at the same time. But I totally understand where you are coming from. Maybe Fanime will have something like Chibi masq. like AX has, just for people to put skit together and have fun on stage, without any kind of judging. Hey, maybe Stage Zero will have something like that. Just a suggestion.
Will there be a map on how to get to the new place where they Masquerade will be heald... I am very good at getting lost. Also I was wondering if the preregistration is up yet. I am just so nervious my group and I wont get our spot >.< I am such a worry wort
I can't sew very well at all myself. My 4 costumes ever were: Ranma-chan, Tira Misu (red long dress), Kamikaze Kaito Jeanne (1st outfit), and Temari (purple outfit). I suck at sewing, and for a long time I had to have my mom sit down and teach me even the basics. She was totally frustrated with me that I didn't even know what a "dart" was! ^_^;; I still get a LOT of help from her if I make something. I've also purchased a couple of costumes, but I have never ever worn them to a masquerade, they are strictly for hall cosplay or events where your costume's origin doesn't matter.
However, I gave it my best humble effort. The trick here is that you DO NOT need to compete with the person making the huge angel in armor costume with the flufffy wings. You can just as easily make a Luffy costume (from one piece) by purchasing a red shirt, ripped-off jeans, a straw hat, and sandals... and still be able to compete and win the contest. You can make a basic Sakura dress (from Naruto) and still win the contest.
YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE AN AMAZING COSTUME MAKER. PERIOD.
The people with the amazing costumes are going to be competing in the craftsmanship contest. They will also be trying out for the peformance awards, but the performance awards are STRICTLY BASED ON PERFORMANCE (9 awards!).
The only award that is for "both" Craftsmanship and Performance is Best of Show.
So, if you "mostly" made your costume, you are fine. We all start somewhere, and making your costume (even if it's found items) look right is part of the deal. Of course I expect people to purchase jackets and such... such as a leather jacket for Squall (FFVIII). Examples:
We are OK with people buying Naruto headbands, Cloud's sword from that spiffy new company making them, prop weapons, boots, shoes, tights, jeans, belts, wings, wigs, teeth, contacts, leather items, shorts, t-shirts, jewelery, series character items (like the Naruto headbands), etc. The list of things it's OK to buy could go on for about 5 pages.
As long as you did everything else on your outfit, which means putting it together the way it's supposed to look to be the character, and you aren't trying to represent it as something you personally made, you are OK.
An example is my Temari costume.
I bought the purple v-neck shirt that went under it, I bought the headband, I bought my hair ties, and I bought the "Naruto Shoes" because I tried to make them and just about had a nervous breakdown. The major item I spent 10000 years on was the "breastplate" (made of heat sensitive fabric and covered with silver fabric) which I had to fit to my, ah, chest and I had to learn how to make darts and how to make it fitted-- all just by trying things, ripping it out, trying it again. I also had to learn how to do rivets (sp?), and to make it tied in the back. I also spent a lot of time making the skirt (from a Simplicty pattern that looked close) and the bow (just by eye). I purchased the fan from Cost Plus, spray painted it with white paint (I had to tape it up first) and then painted on the purple circles with paint from my friend's kindergarten class. I made the little black netting things out of nylons from Hot Topic.
I spent hours on my hair to get the "Temari" poofs. A wig you styled yourself would also be acceptable. I put on extra stage-type makeup (because it looks better on stage / in pictures) and then went on.
A recap: what did I actually make myself? The bodice, the shorts. What did I customize? The fan, hair, makeup, nylons. Found items? The shoes, the shirt, the headband, and technically the fan and nylons.
Could I enter the Fanime masq with this outfit? Yes. Could I win a Craftsmanship award? Maybe a novice or honorable mention award. Could I win a performance award? Absolutely, if my skit was enjoyable.
I'm NOT here to kick you out. I'm just trying to be fair to all participants.
We have to draw the line somewhere, especially because we usually get more people applying each year than we can take in (we have a fixed running time). You will not find very many conventions that do not have the "must make your costumes" rule. I believe that the majority of NorCal conventions (from anime to sci-fi to fantasy to SCA to comic books) and most US conventions all have this same rule.
What is prohibited? When you buy your ENTIRE costume made tailored for you (or in your size) and all you do is your hair and makeup.
We are flexible. We allow found items. We allow your group leader to make costumes for the entire group. We allow everyone in a group (or even with another group) to work together on their costumes. We allow your mom or dad or grandma or cousin or husband or wife to help you. We are a LOT more flexible than many conventions.
It's hard for me, because believe me it isn't fun for me to say "NO!" because I want everyone to have a good time! :( But there HAS to be a base standard.
Quote from: "Miss Goku"Will there be a map on how to get to the new place where they Masquerade will be heald... I am very good at getting lost. Also I was wondering if the preregistration is up yet. I am just so nervious my group and I wont get our spot >.< I am such a worry wort
Good idea :) I will make sure to put a map on the handouts I give you when you check in at the convention. The registration should be in the convention center like last year.
Registration opens on April 1, at 11:59pm PST.
Thanks! :)
Quote from: "angeljibrille"Quote from: "Miss Goku"Will there be a map on how to get to the new place where they Masquerade will be heald... I am very good at getting lost. Also I was wondering if the preregistration is up yet. I am just so nervious my group and I wont get our spot >.< I am such a worry wort
Good idea :) I will make sure to put a map on the handouts I give you when you check in at the convention. The registration should be in the convention center like last year.
Registration opens on April 1, at 11:59pm PST.
Thanks! :)
Okay thanks ^_^. That will really help alot ^.^ I was also wondering... What do you do if you preregister with a group of say... 5 people but when Fanime rolls around one of your group members is not able to make it due to personal problems, so then you only have four in your group. Will your group be disqualified?
Quote from: "Miss Goku"Okay thanks ^_^. That will really help alot ^.^ I was also wondering... What do you do if you preregister with a group of say... 5 people but when Fanime rolls around one of your group members is not able to make it due to personal problems, so then you only have four in your group. Will your group be disqualified?
Wow! No. Absoultely not! :O
You can add up to 12 people right up until Saturday closing time for Masquerade registration. You can even kill your whole group and start a new one. You can change your costumes, your theme, and your music.
However, it all needs to be in by Saturday Masq Reg at the convention.
If you have an emergency, we do allow limited registration on Sunday, but we cannot guarantee that you can get Craftsmanship judging or custom recorded skits done if this happens. Try to have the bulk of your group register on Friday or Saturday and let me know if you have an emergency and need the Sunday Reg in advance.
If a registered person doesn't show up on the day of the Masq because of some last-minute reason, your group is still welcome to participate.
A couple of Craftsmanship notes though-- if that person was judged for Craftsmanship, he/she is disqualified. Your group can still be judged for Craftsmanship, and still win without that person, but your group will be judged without that costume as a part of the group. I hope that makes sense XD
Quote from: "angeljibrille"Quote from: "Miss Goku"Okay thanks ^_^. That will really help alot ^.^ I was also wondering... What do you do if you preregister with a group of say... 5 people but when Fanime rolls around one of your group members is not able to make it due to personal problems, so then you only have four in your group. Will your group be disqualified?
Wow! No. Absoultely not! :O
You can add up to 12 people right up until Saturday closing time for Masquerade registration. You can even kill your whole group and start a new one. You can change your costumes, your theme, and your music.
However, it all needs to be in by Saturday Masq Reg at the convention.
If you have an emergency, we do allow limited registration on Sunday, but we cannot guarantee that you can get Craftsmanship judging or custom recorded skits done if this happens. Try to have the bulk of your group register on Friday or Saturday and let me know if you have an emergency and need the Sunday Reg in advance.
If a registered person doesn't show up on the day of the Masq because of some last-minute reason, your group is still welcome to participate.
A couple of Craftsmanship notes though-- if that person was judged for Craftsmanship, he/she is disqualified. Your group can still be judged for Craftsmanship, and still win without that person, but your group will be judged without that costume as a part of the group. I hope that makes sense XD
Yes, It makes alot of sense. Thanks again. This really helps because I don't know if a few people from my group will be able to make it ^_^. I so can't wait for the cosplay compatition. We have been working on our skit for weeks and I just want to make everything work. Thanks again for answering my many questions, and I am sure there will be more later on ^_^;;
On the purchased costume question:
Posting here for those who won't see it in the other thread.
The rules are the same (pretty much, very minor changes) as last year's:
http://www.fanime.com/2006/cosplay/
So this is not a new thing. ^_^; We are honestly not imposing draconian measures. In fact, you can ask several people who have participated in other Masquerades (AX, ComicCon, WonderCon, WorldCon, etc.) and ours are some of the most flexible and reasonable rules around. We aren't of the "it's mandatory for you to bring in pictures of the entire construction of your costume as well as mandatory craftsmanship judging"... like other cons (coughcoughAXcough). One ONE hard rule is that you must have contributed to your own costume (found item or heck even your mom making it), or had your group leader make it or the group makes the costume together. That's it.
These rules are also based on ICG rules (though I tend not to go with the classes -- I don't like classing people) and all "large" California (and most of the USA) have these exact same rules. I've run and attended several conventions out of state, and they all have the same rule.
Fanime is no longer a tiny little event at the Foothill College, or even the small con in Santa Clara. Fanime is getting bigger and bigger, and, honestly, we just don't have the time or facilities to accommodate everyone... more on that later.
I'll be honest with you that when we WERE at Foothill College and at Santa Clara... this wasn't even an issue. EVERYONE made their own costumes or their mom made it or similar. You couldn't go on eBay or Yahoo Japan or even to a tailor and have them make you something like this. The reason why we had to add this rule, and that all conventions have added this rule, is because we suddenly had several people showing up with their movie-quality Darth Vader costume made for them by Master Replicas or something (just kidding) and wanting to compete against the people who had been making their costumes. This has only in the past 5 years been a huge problem, we started noticing it around AX2002.
Unfortunately, you are looking at this as if we are going backwards. Instead, we are trying to maintain the character of the COSTUME (now cosplay) contest (not skit contest). This is a costume contest, with added skits and performances. Der Cosplay (circa Fanime 1995 ~~sooo long ago~~) were more walk-ons and only a few really good skits... things have really changed in the following years, and we welcome more skits, but, hey we have to keep the spirit of the contest that the heart and soul of this baby is cosplay.
How would you feel about a Mini-Masquerade (like at AX -- but in a public area instead of hidden away) or designated cosplay block (like, say, 2 hours) on Stage Zero that is advertised and targeted towards cosplay so that you get an active and appreciative crowd?
I have been involved in Masquerade at various conventions for a very long time -- almost 12 years now -- in both management positions and as a contestant. It's because a couple of my REALLY bad experiences in Masquerade when I was younger that I because really interested in trying to bring about a better Masquerade where we cared about both the cosplayers and the audience. At a lot of shows, they stick cosplayers backstage -- I always make sure they can see the Masquerade by sitting in the audience or with a simulcast. I make sure they have water. I make sure they aren't stuck there for 8 hours and that there is personal hands-on judging and not just a cattle call. I have tried to make a Masquerade that is reasonably easy for the entrant.
Because of this, I know the reality of how everything behind the scenes works. When we were at Santa Clara and Foothill, we did not have the limiting union rules we had last year and this year at the Performing Arts Center. Last year was a personal nightmare for me because I had scheduled out a rehearsal and a meeting time for the Masq, and both got terribly screwed up because the union literally packed up and left for their designated breaks with no warning and no flexibility. If we had used them through their breaks, it would have cost the convention a fortune. We are not allowed to touch any union equipment without breaking our contract and again costing us a fortune. It's a VERY rigid system, there is absolutely no "bending" the rules as we used to do in the old days.
As it is, the Masquerade is hands down one of the biggest expenses for Fanime. The Facilities and Union costs which are in the ten thousands (just for our event). We have an extremely tight budget, and every year Fanime is lucky to break even.
Because of that, our options for Masquerade are this:
ONE Day in the big theater with these fixed hours:
12pm - 1pm UNION LUNCH - Theater Closed
1pm - 2pm - Tech Setup
2 - 5pm - Rehearsal
5pm - 6pm UNION DINNER - Theater Closed
(Mandatory Masquerade Meeting is probably going to be at 5:30pm)
6pm - 6:30pm - Seating
6:30pm - 9:00pm Masquerade (2.5 hours)
9:00pm - 9:30pm Judging / Special Performance
9:30pm - 10:00pm - Awards presented, Theater Vacated
10:00pm END OF UNION HOURS - Theater closes
And, just to let you know, last year at 9:30 pm I was being stalked by a union guy and a Fanime staff member to MAKE SURE we were out of there by 10:00pm or there would be heck to pay.
55 (maximum) groups at 3 minutes each (sometimes a little less which helps) is pretty much exactly 2.5 hours in our experience. The exact math is 2.75 hours, but it never works out that way -- it's always about 2.5 hours. This is the standard number of entries for all conventions.
30 minutes of judging is heroic, and I think I am one of the few Masquerade Coordinators that consistently pulls it off. It's because we already decided most of the Craftsmanship winners in advance, so they are deciding the Performance awards only. They spend 30 minutes talking about you :)
The awards and recognition portion are necessary for those who worked so hard, I don't want to take away their half hour of glory (and press photographs) to squeeze in 5 or 6 more groups.
So, you see, there is very little room for modification of the Masquerade.
I'd LOVE to be able to accommodate everyone; seriously. But it's simply not possible with the resources and time that we have allocated to us.
I also like to point out that the other major conventions I've worked with (AX for example) have these exact same problems, which is why they "rush" through entries now and usually do 50 groups at 2 minutes max. We are trying to be kind with offering 3 minutes, which was a time limit decided on by Brian Doan before he retired.
So, now knowing the realities and that not much can change, unless Fanime wins the lottery or something, or we start getting 50,000 attendees, do you understand a little bit better where I am coming from?
And, that said, I'd be happy to try to make something work. I can do my best to get some sort of matinee Masquerade going on Stage Zero and make sure it's advertised to heck and back. It will be improv (with the PG rules still in force though, of course) and completely free of any craftsmanship standards -- feel free to wear your Imported Gundam costume. I will do my best to make it happen if this sounds interesting to you and others.
However, I know the big crux of the matter here is that people want to get up on that big shiny stage in front of 5000 people and do their skit. That's simply not something I can promise to everyone, though I wish I could.
Thank you for reading and I hope you understand where I'm (and the convention) are coming from.
o_o;
Personally I would still someday like to see more accomodating changes but I *DO* see now where you're coming from and the problems with trying to make everyone happy. I guess the old stand by is quite true you can't please everyone all the time but you do your best.
I'm feeling like somehow I've cracked the lid on a Pandora's Box in some cases here..and I never intended to see a boycott thread show up, even if DM is one of my best friends.
I don't know if I should remove my posts now or what? I mean I still would love to be able to compete someday regardless of where my costume came from, since I know by my bank account I am not someone who can afford frivilous stuff I've been saving tooth and nail to get my coat. But regardless I'm not going to wail about it anymore..got it outta my system and then it seems to have exploded into something entirely that I never expected to see. O_o;;
So er...ugh I dunno anymore x.x;!
I don't get it, why people whine about stuff like that. If you REALLY REALLY want to do the skit and CAN'T because you can't sew - glue your costume together for gods sake, show SOME effort! Or even better, FIND someone who can sew, interest them in your skit, invite them to perform with you - and bam - you got what you want. Boycotting masq just because you didn't get things your way is just rude, what will those 50 groups who slaved on their costumes for months supposed to do when people don't care if they make their costumes and don't want to see them perform just because someone decided: "rulez suck - don't go to masq"! I go to see masq FIRSTLY because I want to see people's costumes. Usually masq costumes are saved for the very last minute and people do their best and amaze everyone with their skills. Good skits are plus, and its hard to make a good skit, not everyone knows your favourite anime/manga/game you are cosplaying from and making your skit entertaining and understandable is not as easy as you think.
Wow thats alot you have to deal with. I understand fully what you have said. I also think that adn it makes me mad to know people want to boycott the masquerade. I stumbled accross and thread yesterday about it. I didnt say anything kuz I had to go to bed but it made me mad. I think you guys working the masquerade are doing a great job and you deserve a cookie ^_^ .
Just a silly question that you can get to when you have a moment. I've heard you mention that some other con's are requiring pictures and stuff to prove that you made your cosplay. What kind of documentation is going to be required for Fanime Masquerade? I just want to make sure that I'm prepared, I'd hate to come up short in May.
Thanks again. :D
Quote from: "BrightHeart76"Just a silly question that you can get to when you have a moment. I've heard you mention that some other con's are requiring pictures and stuff to prove that you made your cosplay. What kind of documentation is going to be required for Fanime Masquerade? I just want to make sure that I'm prepared, I'd hate to come up short in May.
Thanks again. :D
We require... wait for it...
Absolutely nothing ^_^;;
We kindly
suggest that you bring a minimum of two reference pictures (at least one in color if possible) to show the judges if you are going to be judged for Crafsmanship. If you are being judged for your presentation only, don't sweat it, you don't need anything.
People who bring in their "master book" with fabric samples, exhastive creation references, and detailed reference pictures often do better in the Craftsmanship portion of the event and are more likely to win an Advanced Crafsmanship awards because it shows they documented the costume and "went the extra mile". However, we have had costumes win that do not have exhaustive reference materials as long as the person being judged for crafsmanship can explain what they did and why in a knowledgeable way.
:)
Silly question: Do we need to wear our costumes to crafts judging???
Quote from: "LunaNeko"Silly question: Do we need to wear our costumes to crafts judging???
Actually, you don't. Sometimes people will just bring the costume in so that the judges can inspect it while it is off, so they can look at the details without having to be too "in your personal space". They actually really enjoy looking at the costumes just on a hanger :)
They can see the costume on you when you are on stage. Really we only suggest that you HAVE to wear it when you have extensive body paint and/or special hair details that can only be appreciated close up. If this is the case, you can make a special appointment for Sunday judging for when you are in full costume. Please let me know if you need this accomodation when Masq Reg opens. :)
Thanks!
Marisa
I have abother question.. sorry if it has already been asked. Is everyone in the group have to be judged on craft judging? I hope that question made sence
Quote from: "Miss Goku"I have abother question.. sorry if it has already been asked. Is everyone in the group have to be judged on craft judging? I hope that question made sence
You can be judged as an individual, a group, or both.
So, if you want to win a group Craftsmanship award -- the entire group has to be judged. That's because by definition it's a group award and needs to be judged as so.
An individual
who is in a group can also win an Individual Craftsmanship award too. You could just get judged yourself (or a couple of people in your group can be judged as individuals) and you can win an individual award.
In fact, it's rare, but potentially your group could win and one person out of your group could win as well as an individual.
So your answer basically is that, no, the entire group does not need to be judged... -unless- you want to win a group award.
I hope that helps :)
Marisa
Quote from: "angeljibrille"Quote from: "Miss Goku"I have abother question.. sorry if it has already been asked. Is everyone in the group have to be judged on craft judging? I hope that question made sence
You can be judged as an individual, a group, or both.
So, if you want to win a group Craftsmanship award -- the entire group has to be judged. That's because by definition it's a group award and needs to be judged as so.
An individual who is in a group can also win an Individual Craftsmanship award too. You could just get judged yourself (or a couple of people in your group can be judged as individuals) and you can win an individual award.
In fact, it's rare, but potentially your group could win and one person out of your group could win as well as an individual.
So your answer basically is that, no, the entire group does not need to be judged... -unless- you want to win a group award.
I hope that helps :)
Marisa
Cool thanks ^_^
Quote from: "angeljibrille"
We kindly suggest that you bring a minimum of two reference pictures (at least one in color if possible) to show the judges if you are going to be judged for Crafsmanship. If you are being judged for your presentation only, don't sweat it, you don't need anything.
What if I bring a figure of what I used to work on, would that be acceptible since it's a 3-d reference.
Quote from: "angeljibrille"People who bring in their "master book" with fabric samples, exhastive creation references, and detailed reference pictures often do better in the Craftsmanship portion of the event and are more likely to win an Advanced Crafsmanship awards because it shows they documented the costume and "went the extra mile". However, we have had costumes win that do not have exhaustive reference materials as long as the person being judged for crafsmanship can explain what they did and why in a knowledgeable way.
:)
In making a 'master book' should I try to collect the blood I lost while working on my project as proof of injuries I sustained while working with metal mesh? Most of the lacerations on my fingertips don't leave scars, (Although the second degree burns from hot glue do) Although now I have to pick and choose what to bring since I've been working on this cosutme for the last 4 years. (Last week was the 4th anniversary)
I was wondering what contact information I should use for the Center for the Performing Arts, since I'm still interesting in trying to get podiums. (While I'm sure the Convention Center has them, I don't want to go through the red tape of getting them from there and carrying them to the Performing Arts Center)
Also will there be a video feed of the acts for people near the back? Like they use for most live preformances in which you can watch the stage or a giant TV screen?
You know, the master told his apprentice to do his work with his life's blood, but never to let it show =)
- FF, with a few pricked fingers himself
I'm curious if there are still any slots for the ten minute special performances as I'm interested in obtaining. I've sent an e-mail to the link provided on the main site but I have yet to recieve a reply and it's been three days.
How quicky do the spots fill up? Do I need to be up at 12 in the morning waiting for the reg. to open in order to get a spot? Or would it be safe as long as I do it in a day or two? I wouldn't be too happy about letting my friends and such down because I couldn't get a spot after I bullied them into doing this. :o
For the special-non-masq performances, what are the limitations?
Since one of the allowed things is professional quality vocal performance, would an opera duet from Madame Butterfly qualify? It's an italian opera, but the characters involved in the duet are both Japanese.
The guidelines for those performances are a little iffy, so basically I'm asking if it has to be asian/japanese oriented, or can it go beyond? And for the masq itself, if the duet isn't applicable, could you sing a three minute song in japanese as your masq performance?
Sorry for the barrage of questions ;o.
Quote from: "arcadiapandora"For the special-non-masq performances, what are the limitations?
Since one of the allowed things is professional quality vocal performance, would an opera duet from Madame Butterfly qualify? It's an italian opera, but the characters involved in the duet are both Japanese.
The guidelines for those performances are a little iffy, so basically I'm asking if it has to be asian/japanese oriented, or can it go beyond? And for the masq itself, if the duet isn't applicable, could you sing a three minute song in japanese as your masq performance?
Sorry for the barrage of questions ;o.
This would be super cool. E-mail me at cosplay @ fanime . com (remove spaces) and we can discuss :)
Marisa
Quote from: "angeljibrille"
This would be super cool. E-mail me at cosplay @ fanime . com (remove spaces) and we can discuss :)
Marisa
PM sent!
EDIT
I sent an e-mail the other day as well, but the PM has slightly more detailed and specific info.
Hey, I just checked and I can't find where you can pre register. Umm is it up yet or am i just looking in all the wrong places?
Edit: Never mind I got it ^__^
:roll:
Hi. I have tried the registration for the Masquerade,
but I haven't recived the confirmation email.
So, I can't complete the rest of the registration
did I do somthing wrong? :?:
Or will it take time? :?:
I am not using aol... :shock:
Quote from: "Lelouch_R":roll:
Hi. I have tried the registration for the Masquerade,
but I haven't recived the confirmation email.
So, I can't complete the rest of the registration
did I do somthing wrong? :?:
Or will it take time? :?:
I am not using aol... :shock:
Well, did your group name show up on the registered group list?
My group name did show up, so I assume we have a spot---, so I'm going to sit tight until my email comes... I'm hoping that's the right thing to do. :)
Quote from: "foamalchemist"Well, did your group name show up on the registered group list?
My group name did show up, so I assume we have a spot---, so I'm going to sit tight until my email comes... I'm hoping that's the right thing to do. :)
Thank you, foamalchemist.
Yes, I found my group name in the registered group page.
Yeah, then I guess I will wait for my email, too.
Thanks.
Oyasuminasai :wink:
Quote from: "Lelouch_R"Quote from: "foamalchemist"Well, did your group name show up on the registered group list?
My group name did show up, so I assume we have a spot---, so I'm going to sit tight until my email comes... I'm hoping that's the right thing to do. :)
Thank you, foamalchemist.
Yes, I found my group name in the registered group page.
Yeah, then I guess I will wait for my email, too.
Thanks.
Oyasuminasai :wink:
Do you use gmail? Check your Spam box, that's where mine shot to ~
I have a question with this nifty little handy dandy edit form area for the masq. Is this going to be available after we submit and confirm all the information? Say, if we lose a member and need to delete them out of the group or realize the lighting situation - we had something in mind but don't have anything timed with the audio if we.. actually did something and such?
Quote from: "doragon"I have a question with this nifty little handy dandy edit form area for the masq. Is this going to be available after we submit and confirm all the information? Say, if we lose a member and need to delete them out of the group or realize the lighting situation - we had something in mind but don't have anything timed with the audio if we.. actually did something and such?
I'm just running to work, but, quick answer:
I will approve any accounts that are not set to "activated" in about two hours. So please try logging in after 12:00pm (noon) PST today :) You may not get an e-mail. Just try logging in instead...
Also, yes, the "nifty little handy dandy edit form area" (thank you! I tried! ^_^) edit form WLL be avaialbe until May 20. After that, you will need to make changes at the convention. We allow you to make changes up until Saturday, May 26, at the covention at Masquerade Registration.
Thanks :)
Marisa
Quote from: "angeljibrille"
I will approve any accounts that are not set to "activated" in about two hours. So please try logging in after 12:00pm (noon) PST today :) You may not get an e-mail. Just try logging in instead...
Awesome, thanks very much! :3
YAY! I am so excited that we're all set. Just had to share my joy. Thanks for making it so user friendly. :D
yay i set mine up and its pending!
FYI to any one who wants to join We need a couple iof extra dancers!
here is the link to my skt!
http://forums.fanime.com/viewtopic.php?p=150087#150087
Please if you want to join go ahead!
Can any one answer my question? I want to knwo what the microphoe sich is . like is it a portable head set? or is it a carry around?
Quote from: "ranma12"Can any one answer my question? I want to knwo what the microphoe sich is . like is it a portable head set? or is it a carry around?
in angeljibrelle's first post it says this in there~
"- 4 wireless mics for vocal performances (singing) or Improv (Comedy) only. All plays / skits need to be pre-recorded (we offer services for this at the con if you don't have the ability to pre-record your skit)."
=)
in question what kind of other services? and thx ^_^
A few questions:
Do you have to submit the completed application for step 2 in order to change from "pending" to "approved"? Because I have a few people who are unsure of hopping onboard our group, and would I would like to get this whole mess out of the way. If so, can you add people afterwards?
Also, would "pussy" be considered a swear? There's a song which uses it, but when I cut it, there's no other sexual reference. (hint, the clip I'm using is "pussy control" by prince, using just that phrase)
On the rules, it says 8 people are allowed. On the registration site, it says 12. Which is correct?
Hey I wanted to know, what if we have special lighting? Do they do that and if they do what do we do to get it?
i hate the group name that i chose, is there any way to change it?
i just registered, because i did not realize that registration opened already (hey, i rarely check over here, okay?), and i wanted to get mine in quickly, so it was a spur of the moment decision... not the end of the world, but i can think of better things now. XD
thanks. and if not, ah well. it's not a huge deal.
Quote from: "Nina Star 9"i hate the group name that i chose, is there any way to change it?
i just registered, because i did not realize that registration opened already (hey, i rarely check over here, okay?), and i wanted to get mine in quickly, so it was a spur of the moment decision... not the end of the world, but i can think of better things now. XD
thanks. and if not, ah well. it's not a huge deal.
yeah just sign in and reedit your stuff (in the menu it says " edit my group" and then the top bar says group name.
I have a question if no one minds me asking...I sent an email a few days ago but I've yet to hear a response and I'm worried.
I registered for the Masquerade on the 4th of April and I've yet to be approved (I'm the group called "Green TEA Productions").. The date only says 4/15 on the side because I updated it a few times. I've seen other people who have been approved and they have registered after my group.
I filled out all the fields, put in all of the information...
We really want to perform badly. Does anyone know when it will be approved?? I need an answer really soon-- the rest of my group is worried too.
Help anyone?
Quote from: "Black_Hanyou"I have a question if no one minds me asking...I sent an email a few days ago but I've yet to hear a response and I'm worried.
I registered for the Masquerade on the 4th of April and I've yet to be approved (I'm the group called "Green TEA Productions").. The date only says 4/15 on the side because I updated it a few times. I've seen other people who have been approved and they have registered after my group.
I filled out all the fields, put in all of the information...
We really want to perform badly. Does anyone know when it will be approved?? I need an answer really soon-- the rest of my group is worried too.
Help anyone?
IAWTC, but my group is Cosplay Hell (I already stated the rest of my questions elsewhere)
Quote from: "ranma12"Quote from: "Nina Star 9"i hate the group name that i chose, is there any way to change it?
i just registered, because i did not realize that registration opened already (hey, i rarely check over here, okay?), and i wanted to get mine in quickly, so it was a spur of the moment decision... not the end of the world, but i can think of better things now. XD
thanks. and if not, ah well. it's not a huge deal.
yeah just sign in and reedit your stuff (in the menu it says " edit my group" and then the top bar says group name.
okay, thank you.
now, if i had gotten my confirmation email, i would be able to log in...
Quote from: "Nina Star 9"Quote from: "ranma12"Quote from: "Nina Star 9"i hate the group name that i chose, is there any way to change it?
i just registered, because i did not realize that registration opened already (hey, i rarely check over here, okay?), and i wanted to get mine in quickly, so it was a spur of the moment decision... not the end of the world, but i can think of better things now. XD
thanks. and if not, ah well. it's not a huge deal.
yeah just sign in and reedit your stuff (in the menu it says " edit my group" and then the top bar says group name.
okay, thank you.
now, if i had gotten my confirmation email, i would be able to log in...
np, u didn't get it? have u checked spam?
yes, i checked my spam folder.
i sent a PM asking about it. now i just have to wait and hope that the spots are not all filled up before i can do something about it. i was thinking about re-registering entirely, but i am not sure if that is allowed.
Quote from: "Nina Star 9"yes, i checked my spam folder.
i sent a PM asking about it. now i just have to wait and hope that the spots are not all filled up before i can do something about it. i was thinking about re-registering entirely, but i am not sure if that is allowed.
what do you use? try this some time you set somthing you didn't mean too w/o knowing it what i tend to do is make another screenname
like if you use msn yahoo or somthing try making an aim account
Ugh, I emailed the coordinator too, and I still haven't got an answer yet. D: My group is OMG5...
I too am wondering if/when my group will be approved on the list, i got the email confirmation and have edited the info. I'm pretty sure the msaquerade coordinator has been really busy and hasn't had the time to update things, who knows, i'll just wait a little while, before i start to really wonder about the whole approval indication on the list for registered groups.
yeah my group is still waiting too
I feel really stupid for asking this, but if I've registered for the masquerade and I'm performing individually, do I have to add myself in as a contestant?
Quote from: "Sharysa"I feel really stupid for asking this, but if I've registered for the masquerade and I'm performing individually, do I have to add myself in as a contestant?
Are you talking about, how on the form where you edit your group it says "add contestant" ?
If so i believe your supposed to, because that tells them your age announce name, what series, and what character you are from. =)
Thanks for answering--I'll add myself as a contestant now.
EDIT: Another small question--what does "Music request" mean? Does it mean cues or fade-in/out, or does it mean what music will I need in case something happens to my original CD?
What do we do if we want special lighting and stuff. Who do we ask?
Quote from: "Sharysa"Thanks for answering--I'll add myself as a contestant now.
EDIT: Another small question--what does "Music request" mean? Does it mean cues or fade-in/out, or does it mean what music will I need in case something happens to my original CD?
you give them any music you want to be played as you walk on or do w/e. Like me i am making my own voice recording and i am going to put them on a CD and i give them to them. If you don't have the song you want then u also can add it there and they can try and see if they can get it
I hoped that helped ^_^
Quote from: "Miss Goku"What do we do if we want special lighting and stuff. Who do we ask?
when your in the making your mas set up ther is a box to add speical lighting all you do is decribe what yopu want EX: I want the light to follow this character and then change to this character , ect
or you can contact
[email protected] or pm "angeljibrille" They can help or if niether of them help then go back to the m\ain page and it says somthing about im admin
and there e-mmail i this is
[email protected]i hope i helped you ^_-
Quote from: "ranma12"Quote from: "Miss Goku"What do we do if we want special lighting and stuff. Who do we ask?
when your in the making your mas set up ther is a box to add speical lighting all you do is decribe what yopu want EX: I want the light to follow this character and then change to this character , ect
or you can contact
[email protected] or pm "angeljibrille" They can help or if niether of them help then go back to the m\ain page and it says somthing about im admin
and there e-mmail i this is
[email protected]
i hope i helped you ^_-
Yes that helped alot. I shall try to contact someone soon ^_^
ok now for my question.. What happends If your Skit runs a little over 83 mins? will the shorten it or just not except it? or is there a little leanency? and what might it be?
Quote from: "ranma12"ok now for my question.. What happends If your Skit runs a little over 83 mins? will the shorten it or just not except it? or is there a little leanency? and what might it be?
I dont know 100% for sure, but I think they said they would cut it off if it was over like 3 min or something like that...
Thanks everyone for helping answer questions while I was in LA!
Yes, we will cut off the skit at 3 minutes. You do have buffer time for entrances and exits (so it's just a 3 minute track length requirement), but we have to be fair to everyone and cut off the music at the same 3 minutes for everyone.
Thanks,
Marisa
Quote from: "angeljibrille"Thanks everyone for helping answer questions while I was in LA!
Yes, we will cut off the skit at 3 minutes. You do have buffer time for entrances and exits (so it's just a 3 minute track length requirement), but we have to be fair to everyone and cut off the music at the same 3 minutes for everyone.
Thanks,
Marisa
ok then that brings me 1 one more question... DOes blank track count?
OR do we Q the music?
Cuz I was prob gona add 10 sec of blank for us to walk on and get ready or something
ANd does our track start right after the announcer guy leave the stage i mean never done this so can any one kinda help me to make this smooth ^_^
Quote from: "ranma12"ok then that brings me 1 one more question... DOes blank track count?
OR do we Q the music?
Cuz I was prob gona add 10 sec of blank for us to walk on and get ready or something
ANd does our track start right after the announcer guy leave the stage i mean never done this so can any one kinda help me to make this smooth ^_^
Yes, "blank" space counts. However, don't worry :)
Basically YOU tell us when you want the music to start. If you don't want it to start until you are on the stage, just let us know in your registration entry in the music section. So we give you the 10 seconds for "free" you don't need to record it on the CD or MP3.
The only time I really suggest adding blank space is if you are going to do something in your skit that you expect to get a huge laugh from the audience for -- you should leave a pause after something like this so that you don't launch into the next part of the skit while the audience is still laughing. Usually this type of pause is going to be in the middle of the track.
Also, we have a fantastic sound guy who can help you prepare your track to the way you need it to be. He has even helped people record their skits (the vocals) and such. Just make sure you get in early if you need this type of help, like on Friday or early Saturday.
Many thanks :)
Marisa
Quote from: "ranma12"Quote from: "angeljibrille"Thanks everyone for helping answer questions while I was in LA!
Yes, we will cut off the skit at 3 minutes. You do have buffer time for entrances and exits (so it's just a 3 minute track length requirement), but we have to be fair to everyone and cut off the music at the same 3 minutes for everyone.
Thanks,
Marisa
ok then that brings me 1 one more question... DOes blank track count?
OR do we Q the music?
Cuz I was prob gona add 10 sec of blank for us to walk on and get ready or something
ANd does our track start right after the announcer guy leave the stage i mean never done this so can any one kinda help me to make this smooth ^_^
Well I remember that last year, we would give them a signal or tell them to start when we wanted them to start the track. I don't know if its the same this year though ^_^;;
Hey I have a question about the masquerade. My group and I Pre Registered on April 1st (or whenever the pre-reg opened) as the Saiyuki group, through out the past few days I have had to edit things in our profile (or whatever its called) and every time I do we get bumped to the bottom of the list. Now we are number 51 and that is one of the numbers on the waiting list. I am a bit upset because we were one of the 1st people to sign up and now we are on the waiting list. Is this going to affect weather we are going to be able to be in the masquerade. I worked really had to get our groups registered on the day pre-reg opened and now we are all the way at the bottom. It seems a bit unfair to me if we can’t be in the masquerade. What should we do?
man i am so FREAKING CONFUSED!
question 1: how do you Edit your FanimeCon Masquerade Registration? I mean the site lets me login but I don't see ANYTHING that will let me edit my group information with details and what have you.
I submitted a group and its titled "ninja gaiden" and still pending so....give me DETAILS...
question 2: Masquerade Craftsmanship Judging Form, do you fill it out and email to them? or do you print it up, fill it out and then give it to whomever when you come to the convention?
wow...either no one comes in this thread anymore and no one cares to answer my questions.
Quote from: "DracoMancer"man i am so FREAKING CONFUSED!
question 1: how do you Edit your FanimeCon Masquerade Registration? I mean the site lets me login but I don't see ANYTHING that will let me edit my group information with details and what have you.
I submitted a group and its titled "ninja gaiden" and still pending so....give me DETAILS...
question 2: Masquerade Craftsmanship Judging Form, do you fill it out and email to them? or do you print it up, fill it out and then give it to whomever when you come to the convention?
how to edit groups- If your able to log in you should be able to see the menu list that says-
HOME
Edit My Group
List Registered Groups
Contact FanimeCon Masquerade Coordinator
if you don't see the menu after longing in something isn't right.
masquerade craftsmanship- you print out the form fill it in, and when you sign yourself in at the masquerade registration AT fanime, you'll be asked when you want to be judged for craftsmanship. When your being judged for craftsmanship you'll turn in the paper you filled out to the craftsmanship judges.
Quote from: "DayDreamerNessa"Quote from: "DracoMancer"man i am so FREAKING CONFUSED!
question 1: how do you Edit your FanimeCon Masquerade Registration? I mean the site lets me login but I don't see ANYTHING that will let me edit my group information with details and what have you.
I submitted a group and its titled "ninja gaiden" and still pending so....give me DETAILS...
question 2: Masquerade Craftsmanship Judging Form, do you fill it out and email to them? or do you print it up, fill it out and then give it to whomever when you come to the convention?
how to edit groups- If your able to log in you should be able to see the menu list that says-
HOME
Edit My Group
List Registered Groups
Contact FanimeCon Masquerade Coordinator
if you don't see the menu after longing in something isn't right.
masquerade craftsmanship- you print out the form fill it in, and when you sign yourself in at the masquerade registration AT fanime, you'll be asked when you want to be judged for craftsmanship. When your being judged for craftsmanship you'll turn in the paper you filled out to the craftsmanship judges.
okay thank you so much for answering my questions. but now theres a problem.
i registered for the site and i DIDNT get a validation email. all i got was an email saying that i signed up and that i also registered cuz it shows my registration information on the website (at least the registration for Fanimecon)
On the side menu, when I click on Registration it has the option of "My Account". i click on it, and it lets me sign in.
I sign in...i STILL dont see the options you said that SHOULD appear.
if something isnt right then whats the problem? could it be the fact i use mozilla for a browser? it supports the website so i dont see why THAT would in particular be a problem.
i wish i could help, but those answers are out of my reach, the only person who can give you those answers is angeljibrelle the coordinator =/
You could always send a message to Tony the fanime webmaster as well, he might be able to help you with why you can't see those options maybe? He's helped me a lot when i need to figure things out so he might be a good person to go to.
GL i hope you can get things figured out, i just wish i could be of more help.
Quote from: "DracoMancer"Quote from: "DayDreamerNessa"Quote from: "DracoMancer"man i am so FREAKING CONFUSED!
question 1: how do you Edit your FanimeCon Masquerade Registration? I mean the site lets me login but I don't see ANYTHING that will let me edit my group information with details and what have you.
I submitted a group and its titled "ninja gaiden" and still pending so....give me DETAILS...
question 2: Masquerade Craftsmanship Judging Form, do you fill it out and email to them? or do you print it up, fill it out and then give it to whomever when you come to the convention?
how to edit groups- If your able to log in you should be able to see the menu list that says-
HOME
Edit My Group
List Registered Groups
Contact FanimeCon Masquerade Coordinator
if you don't see the menu after longing in something isn't right.
masquerade craftsmanship- you print out the form fill it in, and when you sign yourself in at the masquerade registration AT fanime, you'll be asked when you want to be judged for craftsmanship. When your being judged for craftsmanship you'll turn in the paper you filled out to the craftsmanship judges.
okay thank you so much for answering my questions. but now theres a problem.
i registered for the site and i DIDNT get a validation email. all i got was an email saying that i signed up and that i also registered cuz it shows my registration information on the website (at least the registration for Fanimecon)
On the side menu, when I click on Registration it has the option of "My Account". i click on it, and it lets me sign in.
I sign in...i STILL dont see the options you said that SHOULD appear.
if something isnt right then whats the problem? could it be the fact i use mozilla for a browser? it supports the website so i dont see why THAT would in particular be a problem.
I had the same problem with not getting the confirmation e-mail and not being able to log in, but I contacted angeljibrelle and got it taken care of.
Well, I can tell you one thing, I really hope that they do not do what they did last year at the contest. My friends and I were in the contest last year, and after everyone had performed, during the time when they are supposed to be judging . . . they picked the winners out of the audience and brought them back stage before handing out the prises. :evil: :x So basically, everyone that was still in the audience knew that they hadn't won and most of them up and left before the ceremony was over.
By the time they were done, me and Linda were the only ones in our group still in there seats, everyone else had said "screw this, I'm out of here" They're usually supposed to bring all the acts out on stage to present the awards, they were lucky that the ones they forgot were still in there seats when they called them.
:oops: . . . Have we covered this topic yet or em I just ranting? :oops:
I'm kind of torn between this.
Last year my group was one of the ones who didn't get called up, but had won, when they begin calling people to go back stage for winners and once they stopped i was a little disappointed, because we knew who won and we weren't called. Our group stayed for the awards we enjoy the masquerade and i like to see who won even if i didn't, and even when it was just down to 4 awards our group was still there and luckily we won, it did make things better, but i admit i didn't like it that they pulled people up beforehand, and then i do. But some of my group members were considering leaving because it was late, and we were hungry.
it's good to do what they did because it saves time, and less chaos happens, trying to get everyone on stage. but the downside it's disappointing.
Quote from: "K&K4ever"Well, I can tell you one thing, I really hope that they do not do what they did last year at the contest. My friends and I were in the contest last year, and after everyone had performed, during the time when they are supposed to be judging . . . they picked the winners out of the audience and brought them back stage before handing out the prises. :evil: :x So basically, everyone that was still in the audience knew that they hadn't won and most of them up and left before the ceremony was over.
By the time they were done, me and Linda were the only ones in our group still in there seats, everyone else had said "screw this, I'm out of here" They're usually supposed to bring all the acts out on stage to present the awards, they were lucky that the ones they forgot were still in there seats when they called them.
:oops: . . . Have we covered this topic yet or em I just ranting? :oops:
that's why I'm hoping that they don't do the same thing this year. I know it saves time but it leaves allot of people very VERY disappointed if not a little cheated.
Waugh, I emailed the masq. coordinator a month ago about being emergency craftmanship judged on sunday, and she hasn't gotten back to me yet. The members in my group can't make it on any day aside from Sunday, which is why we need to be emergency judged. The deadline of getting the masq. coordinator's approval passed. What should I do?
Hey can we have specail lighting for our skits, Like lights turning off and on, and if so what do we do to get the lighting?
Quote from: "bubydub"Waugh, I emailed the masq. coordinator a month ago about being emergency craftmanship judged on sunday, and she hasn't gotten back to me yet. The members in my group can't make it on any day aside from Sunday, which is why we need to be emergency judged. The deadline of getting the masq. coordinator's approval passed. What should I do?
We had to get special approval for that ahead of time? Where does it say that? I looked and could not find anything, so I assumed that you jsut specified that at-con. In fact, I canot find much of anything on craftsmanship judging. Am I just blind, or...?
I need emergency Sunday judging, as well.
Quote from: "Nina Star 9"Quote from: "bubydub"Waugh, I emailed the masq. coordinator a month ago about being emergency craftmanship judged on sunday, and she hasn't gotten back to me yet. The members in my group can't make it on any day aside from Sunday, which is why we need to be emergency judged. The deadline of getting the masq. coordinator's approval passed. What should I do?
We had to get special approval for that ahead of time? Where does it say that? I looked and could not find anything, so I assumed that you jsut specified that at-con. In fact, I canot find much of anything on craftsmanship judging. Am I just blind, or...?
I need emergency Sunday judging, as well.
http://www.fanime.com/cosplay/
on that page in the list there is craftsmanship FAQ and craftsmanship Form.
annnnd on the timeline http://www.fanime.com/cosplay/cosplay_timeline.html
if you look at sunday's schedule from 10-2 it says emergency judging must be approved by 5/20/07
bubydub- i think as long as you've conatcted them in time, i'm sure you'll be ok, and if the timeline is true then you have 5 days to contact them.
I also signed up for special craftsmanship judging a while ago and am waiting for a response.
Also, does anyone know the dimensions of the stage? It looks huge and I need a sense of how many steps it takes to cross.
Quote from: "hellrazer"I also signed up for special craftsmanship judging a while ago and am waiting for a response.
Also, does anyone know the dimensions of the stage? It looks huge and I need a sense of how many steps it takes to cross.
http://sanjose.org/meetings/facilities/perf_arts.php?x=specs
So does anyone know what we need to do if we have special lighting?
Quote from: "Miss Goku"So does anyone know what we need to do if we have special lighting?
. . . ::Looks at other posts:: . . .
I don't know if they're listening, you might have to ask at the con :?:
Quote from: "Miss Goku"Hey I have a question about the masquerade. My group and I Pre Registered on April 1st (or whenever the pre-reg opened) as the Saiyuki group, through out the past few days I have had to edit things in our profile (or whatever its called) and every time I do we get bumped to the bottom of the list. Now we are number 51 and that is one of the numbers on the waiting list. I am a bit upset because we were one of the 1st people to sign up and now we are on the waiting list. Is this going to affect weather we are going to be able to be in the masquerade. I worked really had to get our groups registered on the day pre-reg opened and now we are all the way at the bottom. It seems a bit unfair to me if we can’t be in the masquerade. What should we do?
I responded privately about this one :) but, don't worry. As long as you are under "Fully Registered Groups" you are fine.
Just know that the numbers for registration are going to be different than when you are acutally going on stage for the event. We base your actual entry number on when you check in at the convention. :)
Quote from: "DracoMancer"man i am so FREAKING CONFUSED!
question 1: how do you Edit your FanimeCon Masquerade Registration? I mean the site lets me login but I don't see ANYTHING that will let me edit my group information with details and what have you.
?
Can you try again now? I think I fixed your registration.
I submitted a group and its titled "ninja gaiden" and still pending so....give me DETAILS...
quote="DracoMancer"]
question 2: Masquerade Craftsmanship Judging Form, do you fill it out and email to them? or do you print it up, fill it out and then give it to whomever when you come to the convention?[/quote]
Print it and give it to the judges at the convention when you are judged :)
Quote from: "K&K4ever"Well, I can tell you one thing, I really hope that they do not do what they did last year at the contest. My friends and I were in the contest last year, and after everyone had performed, during the time when they are supposed to be judging . . . they picked the winners out of the audience and brought them back stage before handing out the prises. :evil: :x So basically, everyone that was still in the audience knew that they hadn't won and most of them up and left before the ceremony was over.
By the time they were done, me and Linda were the only ones in our group still in there seats, everyone else had said "screw this, I'm out of here" They're usually supposed to bring all the acts out on stage to present the awards, they were lucky that the ones they forgot were still in there seats when they called them.
:oops: . . . Have we covered this topic yet or em I just ranting? :oops:
I'm really sorry :( but we do have to do this for hazard reasons. Also, it has to do with timing as we are on a completely rigid schedule :(
Quote from: "bubydub"Waugh, I emailed the masq. coordinator a month ago about being emergency craftmanship judged on sunday, and she hasn't gotten back to me yet. The members in my group can't make it on any day aside from Sunday, which is why we need to be emergency judged. The deadline of getting the masq. coordinator's approval passed. What should I do?
I didn't get it... please just PM me your group name.
I'm seriously getting like 3K spam a DAY to the cosplay account -_-## I'm losing e-mails and stuff.
The best way to contact me is probably PM if you haven't heard back by now.
Quote from: "hellrazer"I also signed up for special craftsmanship judging a while ago and am waiting for a response.
Also, does anyone know the dimensions of the stage? It looks huge and I need a sense of how many steps it takes to cross.
Please PM me your group name and I'll take care of it. Thanks! :)
Quote from: "Miss Goku"So does anyone know what we need to do if we have special lighting?
Fill out your lighting requests in the lighting box at the end of your Masquerade entry. :)
I have a question ~ Is there a way so we can have three of our group members to be situated on stage before the music and lighting come on which might even be right before the emcee narration since ours is so short? Or should this more be filled out in the music and lighting request boxes and such? xD
Quote from: "doragon"I have a question ~ Is there a way so we can have three of our group members to be situated on stage before the music and lighting come on which might even be right before the emcee narration since ours is so short? Or should this more be filled out in the music and lighting request boxes and such? xD
They can run in wall your setting things up or they will turn off the light for a set of time just make sure too add that in your masq set up (when u were setting up your group they said "speical lighting"
Umm..what day and time is this going to happen at?
Quote from: "angeljibrille"Quote from: "K&K4ever"Well, I can tell you one thing, I really hope that they do not do what they did last year at the contest. My friends and I were in the contest last year, and after everyone had performed, during the time when they are supposed to be judging . . . they picked the winners out of the audience and brought them back stage before handing out the prises. :evil: :x So basically, everyone that was still in the audience knew that they hadn't won and most of them up and left before the ceremony was over.
By the time they were done, me and Linda were the only ones in our group still in there seats, everyone else had said "screw this, I'm out of here" They're usually supposed to bring all the acts out on stage to present the awards, they were lucky that the ones they forgot were still in there seats when they called them.
:oops: . . . Have we covered this topic yet or em I just ranting? :oops:
I'm really sorry :( but we do have to do this for hazard reasons. Also, it has to do with timing as we are on a completely rigid schedule :(
You could pick them out of the audience when you announce the winners, In other words: have them come to you like every other con. that would make allot of people happier
(Me included)
Quote from: "K&K4ever"You could pick them out of the audience when you announce the winners, In other words: have them come to you like every other con. that would make allot of people happier
(Me included)
We cannot do this at the CPA. It's not me trying to be mean, I am not allowed to do so.
Unfortunately, this is one thing we all just have to live with :(