Atlanta Ball Jointed Doll Convention 2014

ATLANTA BALL JOINTED DOLL CONVENTION

October 10 - 12, 2014





A doll Convention for the fans by fans.

Eat. Sleep. Play. BJD.





The Atlanta Ball Jointed Doll Convention will be held at the Holiday Inn-Atlanta Perimeter Atlanta Georgia.

Room rates are 79.00 / night for four people including breakfast.


Ticket Prices...

April through June 35.00

July through September 40.00

At the door 45.00



Guests Include...
Sarah Seiter of Mushroom Peddlar
Glenna Hartwell of Dollstories
Don Kinney of Bishonnen House
Kiki Chan of Acrylic Eyes
Eileen Bowen of Silverbeams Magic
Denis Bastien / Affordable Designs

More to be announced as I get confirmation.


Doll Companies represented...

Resin Soul
Impldoll
Angel of Dream
Soul Doll
Dika Doll
Doll Family H
5 Star Doll
Dika Doll
Sweet Dolls
Silverbeams Dolls
Bishonnen House
Dollstories
Beju Dolls
Batchix

We will be running an Indiegogo campaign again as we did last year with some great perks on there so keep watching!

Multiple contests listed on the facebook page..
https://www.facebook.com/AtlantaBall...vention?ref=hl

And much much more events, goody bags, Dj's, a great list of vendors and so much more.

Pinata Fight Club will be back again for Friday and Saturday nights.
Our participants won some wonderful prizes from these last year including a Peakswoods fairy, Impldoll head, and more.
You never know what might be in the Pinata.



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Thanks Angelldoll.

 

We have a few vendor tables left and artist alley is open for registration as well.
You can register here
http://atlantaballjointeddollconvention.com/vendor-info/

If you have any questions you can contact me at [email protected] or at [email protected].


Looking for panel and workshop submissions as well.
These can be Ball Jointed Doll related and we would not mind some Lolita panels as well.
We have some folks already doing panels but we have more room this year so need more content.

This is shaping up to be a great convention and second year.

 

Room block will be open soon.
I will post when it is and the room rate.

Remember register your room early on as this helps the convention to know how many are going to be there and also helps the hotel as well.
In many cases the more rooms that are rented out the more the convention will be able to do more for you the attendees.

We have a lot planned for this year with some late night activities as well.

And as always Pinata Fight Club!

 

Room block is open now.

Room rate is $79.00 per night.

When calling to reserve your room please let them know your are reserving for the Ball Jointed doll convention in October.

4386 Chamblee Dunwoody Road I-285 @ Exit # 30

Atlanta, Georgia 30341

Hotel: 770-457-6363

Fax: 770-458-5282

 

Please remember if you are planning to come to the convention to reserve your room early.
This does several things to help us.
First it gives us an idea of how many people will be showing.
Two it gives us a number for how many goody bags need to be made, this is added to how many register as well.
Three the hotel gives us a certain amount of rooms at a given cost if we do not meet that room block then fees get charged which is detrimental to a convention.
Four the more rooms that get booked the more the hotel will look on us favorably as we bring in guests to the site.

So please book your rooms at the hotel.
Each room is capable of sleeping 4 people in the double beds.

We will have a green room again this year.

 

Costume Contest

The theme this year is 'It Came From Outer Space'
Underlying theme as always is Halloween.
Think of all those awesome movies with aliens in it. From the classics of the 1950's to present day.
We are talking It Came From Outer Space, Destination Moon, Forbidden Planet, Invaders from Mars, War of the Worlds, Them!, This Island Earth, and so many more.
Use your imagination to create costumes for you and your dolls.

There will be three categories...

Handmade...Costume must be made by you for your doll.

Store bought...Bought from a store or another person for your doll.

Mini Me...This category is you and your doll in matching outfits or outfits that compliment each other and have a theme or story that goes with them.

Costumes will be judged by a panel of judges chosen from the guests at convention as well as your hosts.

There will be First, Second and Third place prizes.

 

We are currently accepting programming requests and submissions.
If you would like to propose a panel, workshop, etc. please let us know in the comments.

If you would like to host a panel or workshop please email me with the details of the panel and a small bio about you.
[email protected]

Please realize that submitting a request does NOT guarantee that you will be given programming time.

Only submit a panel if you are willing and competent to host or lead the panel/workshop yourself.

If you are willing to do several panels we may in our discretion offer you a badge in return for your time.

If you know anyone who would like to do panels or workshops please share this info with them.

http://atlantaballjointeddollconvention.com/panels/

 

Registration is up and running.
All pre reg attendees get a goody bag.

Ticket Prices:

April through June 35.00

July through September 40.00

October and At the door 45.00

We will be accepting registration at the convention as well and will have day badges also but those can only be purchased on site.

We've so much planned you don't want to miss it.

http://atlantaballjointeddollconvention.com/

 

Artist alley and vendor tables are still available but going fast.
Please use the vendor registration form on the web page to request space.
http://atlantaballjointeddollconvention.com/vendor-info/

 

I will have a list of schedules available soon as more come in.
Currently there will be a couple of face up panels one with heads donated by Alice Collections.
We also have numerous other panels and workshops...
How to make a fur wig.
Sculpting
BJD or not BJD and Does It Really Matter
And more.
We also will be having a Skype panel with Asenva BJD which will be a first for us and her.

More to come as I keep working on it.

 

We will have an Ophelia Licorice from Charles Creature Cabinet that's been donated to the convention.
We also have from him a dollheart outfit.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Charles-Creature-Cabinet/41222920637

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v325/Mercy_Asakura/blogging photos/Ophelia_Listing_01.jpg

 

Mischa Jones https://www.facebook.com/artphr33k?fref=ts
Very kindly drew this little guy for us at Otakon with permission to use him for our convention.
He will be o our t'shirts as one of the designs available.

 

I asked for a pic from Sarah of the doll she made for the convention.
She told me he just poofed into being grin, wanted to be made so she had just made him and sent him off to get him molded.
So she drew me a pic.
Quoting her here...
"Mushy the Shroomling
He is the first of some mushroom inspired creatures. I hope you like him as much as I do despite his odd appearance lol I just began sculpting and he appeared. I guess he just wanted to exist"

 

Also more artwork.
This will also be available as a choice on the tshirts for the convention.
Another Tshirt design this one done by Dizzy Callaway-Matthews.
Dizzy is the art Director for Nekocon and has a lot of awesome artwork.
This will be available for ordering via the Indiegogo going live this weekend.

 

Indiegogo is live.
Lots of great perks.
If you want a t-shirt we are using this to order them. Just pick the shirt you want and use the paypal option. Shirts will be ordered to arrive by convention.
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/atlanta-ball-jointed-doll-convention-2014/x/512520

 

Recieved a box of dolls last night from Batchix.
OMG they are soooo pretty in person.
We will have for sale in the dealers room 1 Delta, 2 Blips, and an Orpheus.
We also have one Blip currently on the Indiegogo with extras.
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/atlanta-ball-jointed-doll-convention-2014/x/512520

 

The DOLLY DOCTOR...we will have a table in the vendor area with the doctor in residence to see to all your dolly's mishaps.
Need restringing? Yellowing? Too Loose? Too tight? The Doctor will be in and can help you with these issues and more.
There will be an appointment book and some things may cost a small fee ie string, velcro etc.


Intro to ABJDs (Demi Jackson)-Asian Ball Jointed Dolls (ABJDs) have been quickly gaining popularity amongst anime fans and lolitas. We will introduce how you can start your own resin family and the different companies to purchase them from. We will also go over basic care of BJDs and answer any questions current or future BJD owners might have. There will be multiple dolls on display to touch and hold. We encourage everyone can bring their resin kids along. Whether you are already a collector or just interested please come by.


How I Got Started Denis Bastien of Affordable Designs
Denis will give a panel on how he got started and how he built his business from a small business into the incredible company it is today.
It's an exciting opportunity to learn how he got started and seeing where he is now with a line of doll patterns, a line of vinyl dolls as well as a line of resin dolls.

Intro to Lolita (Demi Jackson and Rachael Schneider)-Are you interested in the cute poofy dresses that you see around conventions and online? All the frills, bows, and lace? Here we will discuss the Japanese Lolita Fashion and how you can acquire this wardrobe for yourself.


Lolita Fashion in the Dolliverse (Demi Jackson)-Angelic Pretty, Baby, the Stars Shine Bright, h.Naoto, and Innocent World are all popular Lolita and Jfashion brands but did you know that they also designed bjd outfits and even full dolls! These companies have partnered with Volks and Jun Planning to make several tiny outfits to match their human sized counterparts down to the finest details. We'll discuss the ends and out of dressing your doll in this super cute style.Lolita Fashion on Budget (Rachael Schneider, projector please, anytime is good)- $250 for a single dress? Anyone into Lolita knows this hobby has a healthy appetite for money. In this panel we share tips and tricks for enjoying Lolita, without breaking the bank.


BJD Restringing (Demi Jackson and Rachael Schneider)
- If your doll won't stand or hold a pose properly it may need to be tightened, restrung or even sueded. Some dolls are harder to restring than others as every company has a different way to make their joints better. We will show you how to know its time to tighten your doll, the proper strings for it's size, and how to take them apart and put them back together. If your doll is isn't posing the way you'd like, bring them with you and we'll see what can be done.


BJD or NOT BJD and does it really matter? Renee Newsom/Teacupdreams A panel on ball jointed dolls past and present, what constitutes a ball joint, and what dolls have them and those that do not. Fun panel with a great many dolls for examples.


Dolly Jewelry Renee Newsom/Teacupdreams This is a workshop in which you get to have a hands on learning experience making your doll a unique piece of jewelry. 5.00 per participant


Mad About HatsBy Sarah B. Seiter of The Mushroom PeddlerCome make a hat for your little mad hatter using The Mushroom Peddler's methods. This is a hands-on workshop. You will leave with your own unique hat that you assembled yourself! All supplies will be provided in workshop to make one hat per person. - 2 hours- Cost: $30- Limited to 15 People.Please contact Sarah to pre-register at [email protected]


Blushing Anthro Dolls The Mushroom Peddler WayBy Sarah B. Seiter of The Mushroom PeddlerCome learn how to use chalk pastels to color your anthro dolls using The Mushroom Peddler's methods.This is a hands-on workshop. Please bring a blank doll to blush or purchase one in class from The Mushroom Peddler (sculpts and quantities will be limited). While the methods are tailored to TMP dolls they may be used for many different kinds of dolls. - 3 hours- Cost: $30- Limited to 10 People.Please contact Sarah to pre-register at [email protected]


Dolly Story Time Clarissa Micheals/Teacupdreams/Eileen Bowen
It's a game, a story, and a ton of fun. Come spend time with us as your dolls get to take part in this interactive story telling time. Space is limited to 10. Sign up for this will be at registration.


Dolly D and D Clarissa Micheals/Teacupdreams Interactive fun with your dolls playing a small module that is made just for the convention. Your dolls will be the characters, the miniatures if you will in this nightime dungeons and dragons adventure. Limited to 10 attendees.
(If we get enough interest we may run this both Friday and Saturday nights.)


Faceup Class with Kiki of Sweetdreams doll.
Hands on class along with presentation and take home materials. Will be provided with supplies and an Doll Family H SD sized head for workshop. We will have two heads to choose from Zhuang Yan and Zhuang Qi. Attendee will get to take the head home with them.Space is limited and you can sign up via the Indiegogo https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/atlanta-ball-jointed-doll-convention-2014/x/512520


One on One with AsenvaBJD
This is and one on one over the internet as Asenva could not make the convention so we are doing a panel via Google.
Come join in the fun as we ask Asenva how she got into the hobby, how she became a reviewer and more.


Duct Tape Dress Model Clarissa Micheals
Come and learn how to make a dress model off of your doll. We encourage attendees to come with a doll that they are wanting to make clothing for so that you can leave with a working model of that doll.
Supplies will be provided. 5.00 cost per attendee.


3D Dolls The Making Of Kiki of Sweetdolls and Eileen of Silverbeams Magic
Come join us on this panel by two great 3D doll artists as they spill the beans on how they got into the hobby, what goes into making the dolls for them, inspiration and more.


More to be added as we finalize the list.

 

Just to make things easier we've divided things into Guests and Panelists though guests will be doing panels as well.

This is the current list of guests...

Mushroom Peddlar
http://themushroompeddler.3dcartstores.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Mushroom-Peddler/233088036716559
https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheMushroomPeddler

Once upon a time there was an artist who's greatest passion was to create beautiful things and to inspire others to see the beauty in life. As she grew and learned from her experiences she realized more and more how much these things meant to her and she learned the value of hard work and determination. In time she married and had three beautiful children who were the light of her life. Although her family was the most important thing in her life, she never stopped creating things of beauty to share with others and also to help provide for her family.

Over several years of real life getting in the way, hardships and more lessons learned she finally decided to create a business which she named, “The Mushroom Peddler”.



Silverbeam's Magic/Eileen Bowen

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Silv...l-BJD-3d-printing-and-geekery/136576986383932

http://www.etsy.com/people/Silverbeam?ref=owner_profile_leftnav

http://silverbeam.deviantart.com/

Eileen's mission is stated as 'to be awesome' and we think she is.
As the owner of Silverbeam's Dolls or magic, a shop of geekery, Otaku, and ball jointed doll awesomeness she takes it to a whole new level.
Determined to make sure everyone gets the kind of item that makes you go "Squee!" Eileen Using 3D printing has set out to make everything from geeky charm bracelets, ball jointed my little pony dolls, pendants, cosplay accessories and much more.

Kiki/Catherine Hajek of Sweet Dolls
http://sweetdolls-bjd.com/collections/love
Sweet Dolls is the 'brain-child' of one person; Catherine 'Kiki' Hajek (a.k.a. Kiki-chan78). Born on the tropical island of Puerto Rico, Kiki currently still resides there, but also adores to make frequent trips to mainland USA.
Kiki's art degree is from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD).


Glenna Dollstories
http://dollstories.com/
DollStories is a company based in the Eastern United States. The DollStories team is made up of Glenna, owner and founder, and lifelong professional artist. She was trained as a portrait artist and practiced that profession for many years. Out of that skill came her desire to sculpt a face and body for a BJD. Her wish is to create beautiful Asian-style ball-jointed dolls. At DollStories they love and respect dolls of this style, and began the company because of their desire to create works in the Asian style, as best they can.

Glenna along with her team created DollStories because of their belief in the product and their love of ABJDs.






Donn Kinney/Bishonen House

https://www.facebook.com/BishonenHouse
http://www.bishonenhouse.com/index.html




Panelists


Denis Bastien (Vendor/Panelist)
www.affordabledesigns.ca
www.leeann.ca
www.beju.ca

Created in 2000, Affordable Designs - Canada is often referred to as the "little doll company that can". Despite being a two man operation, this little doll company has customers around the world. It has been featured in magazines in North America and Europe, seen in museums, has made and continue to make its mark on the very competitive world of modern dolls.
Originaly an outlet to sell hand-made fashion doll outfits in limited edition, Affordable Designs - Canada soon felt the need to expand to what is now a doll company in all sense of the word.
The AFFORDABLE DESIGNS division is now the go to place for collectors who like to sew for their dolls. More than 150 sewing patterns for many different sizes and styles of dolls are offered both as "printed patterns" or "electronic (PDF) patterns.
The LEEANN division, created in 2005, is the home of Affordable Designs' very first line of dolls. From a first collection of three basic dolls and three outfits the LEEANN DOLL LINE had continued to grow. Six different dolls ( LEEANN, LENNY, LENEDA, LEROY, LIN-LIN and LIANG ) have enjoyed over the years more than 100 different outfits, 75 different styles of shoes, many accessories, and its own sewing pattern line. The LEEANN doll started as a non-articulated vinyl dolls but has since been offered in a new articulated ( vinyl and hard-plastic ) body.
The BEJU DOLLS division, created in 2013, is Affordable Designs' newest venture.
Over the years the "little doll company that can" has expanded but is still considered a very small company. Although it has moved ( mostly ) out of the home / basement location of its beginnings to a larger studio / wharehouse location, it is still a two man operation. It only means we have to work harder... and we love it !

AsenvaBJD
Asenva is an awesome reviewer of BJD and doll products.
While she could not attend we will be doing a panel over the internet with her.
http://resinreality.com/
https://www.youtube.com/user/AsenvaBJD/featured
https://www.facebook.com/asenva.bjd/timeline

Teacupdreams
Renee Newsom is the owner and operator of Teacupdreams and Loli Things. Falling head over heals in love with BJD 6 years ago thanks to a close friend. Renee has since gone on to use her 20 plus years of sewing skills, embroidery, jewelry making and prop creation into creating wardrobes and small wonders for her growing resin family. Renee is also the convention Chair and will be doing panels as well as hosting several events.
http://teacupdreams.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Teacupdreams-and-Loli-Things/124650827563959?ref=hl


Clarissa Micheals
Clarissa is an amazing person with many titles under her belt. Artist, seamstress, costumer, gamer you name it and she can do it.


Jennifer Vanderloop is the Owner of Wolfhome Adventuring Outfitters.
Jennifer has taught at many conventions with panels on Kimono, Asian Historical Clothing, and Traveling in Japan on a budget. A consummate seamstress with her own company she's also the Dealers room liaison.
http://www.wolfhomeadventuring.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Wolfhome-Adventuring-Outfitters/116199835088027?ref=hl




Kip Campbell
Kip is the owner of Atlanta Lasersoft. He is also our security director.Kip has many years of experience with history, larping/gaming, renn fairs. He's been amongst other things a detective, an entrepreneur, and an avid history buff.Kip will be hosting panels on history as well as sitting in on a panel on 3D rendering and designing.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Atlanta-Lasersoft/141668279227223?ref=hl