Wow. Just Wow. Having managed to survive my first convention ever, let me say, it was both an ordeal and a great experience. There were so many amazing artists crammed into that cavernous, sweltering, former munitions depot where they film CSI-NY. Any money that I made (very little) and more was spent purchasing artness for my once barren walls. I am new to this convention thing, and so was slow to pick up on the concept of "the trade." As I was scrambling to get materials together for the show, I spent too much on printing costs to make me feel comfortable with trading away my books....next year I plan to come armed with much material, and much for trades...as there were so many trades that I just couldn't pass up!

I met a ton of new people. Unfortunately, I can only remember a few names, and was remiss in obtaining LJ account names. I did gank a few off of nervousystem's list...hopefully I'll be able to find everyone else eventually.

It was hot, it was exhausting, and it was overwhelming. I can't wait for next year.