Contact DugFinn!

 

Email: DugFinn@gmail.com
AIM: DugFinn

Twitter: DugFinn
YouTube Channel: DugFinn
Facebook: DugFinn Shabranigdo
LiveJournal: DugFinn_DDC

Gaming Website: DigitalDimensionGaming

 

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Cosplay Guest!

 

If you are interested in booking DugFinn as a Cosplay Guest, please feel free to send an email to DugFinn@gmail.com.

 

I have been a Cosplay Guest to numerous cons and absolutly LOVE performing PANELS, helping out in the Cosplay Contest, Masquerade and Cosplay Judging! Check out my Current and Past Schedule to see what I have done!

 

Check below to see what Panels you'd like performed at your convention!

 

 

 

Cosplay Panels

 

Cosplay Props and Materials

Learn about base construction, best material choice for different prop applications, and how to use basic and advanced tools for cosplay prop construction. An emphesis will be placed on duarability and finish, with tips on material choice, budget and safety.
- Length: 2 hours (can be shortened to 1 hour if needed)
- Optional: projector

Cosplay Props and Materials Demo (Workshop style)

Not sure how to use tools to construct prop armatures? Insert bits or sand properly? Clueless on how to mix body filler or fiberglass or turn spray paint into an art form? This panel will actually demonstrate and show how to do all of the above with a demo on each, always keeping safety in mind.
- Length: 2 hours
- Large (well ventilated) room preferred

Cosplay 101

New to cosplay or just looking for a refresher on cosplay basics? Look no further. Learn a little about everything from where to get supplies, how to pick a cosplay idea, what materials you'll need, and all that other stuff to get you started and on the road to becoming a great cosplayer. This is a great panel to ask for advice so don't miss out!
- Length: 1 hour

Cosplay 102 Advanced

Ready to take the next step in cosplay? Then you'll want to check this panel out. Learn about advanced materials and techniques to really give your cosplay that extra zing and step up in professionalism. Find out what judges are looking for and what you can do to win the Cosplay contests! This is a great panel to ask for advice so don't miss out!
- Length: 1 hour

Fabric and Material Choice

Woven, non-woven, or knit? That is the question. Learn the do's and don'ts of selecting cloth, how to sew it properly, equipment, and what types of materials to use for specific cosplays and for what conditions. Fabric glues and interfacing will are covered too.
- Length: 1 hour

Saavy Sewing

Does your sewing knowledge go as far as threading a needle? Then join us and learn about hand sewing, machine sewing and all those extra little cool sewing thing that you never knew you never knew. We'll cover needles, threads, how to clean sewing machines, how to use them, sergers, and more. Plus, get hands on practice when you get to test out the sewing machine and serger in the panel itself!
- Length: 1 hour

Cosplay Presentation

Skits and Walk-ons: learn how to do them, and learn how to do them right! Emphasis is stressed on theatrical acting, pre-recorded audio, and skit creation. Make your next skit or walk-on an award winning presentation!
- Length: 1 hour
- Optional: projector

Cosplay Photography

Whether you're interested in organizing photoshoots, taking cosplay photos, or simply looking your best when getting your photo taken, you'll get valuable insight in this panel, including information about pre and post-production editing and photoshop tricks.
- Length: 2 hours (can be shortened to 1 hour if needed)
- Requires: projector

Wings

Angel wings, dragon wings and fairy wings, oh my! This is the panel for wings! Learn about how to properly build them, harness support, where to get materials, and how to wear them for all those amazing wing'ed cosplays.
- Length: 1 hour

Wigs

Have a crazy hairdo you just can't figure out? Try a wig! Learn about wig styling, products, caring for wigs, wig selection and wefting methods, as well as some tips and tricks to help wigs look their very best throughout the con. Wefting demos are performed, so don't miss out!
- Length: 1 hour

Make-up 101

Don't really know what foundation is? Think make-up is only for girls? Does a powder brush scare you? Then attend this panel and learn the basics of make-up for cosplay. This panel is a must for gals AND guys who want to look their best and achieve a higher level of cosplay professionalism.
- Length: 1 hour

Fursuits and Mascots

Fur, claws and tails, oh my! Check this panel out if you've ever wanted to learn how to make awesome mascot outfits! We'll cover body suits, foam armature, and fur sewing techniques, plus a whole slew of awesome surprises!
- Length: 1 hour
- Optional: projector

 

Fan Panels

 

Fan Fiction Panel

Got a great story, but not sure if you got what it takes to do it justice? Having trouble putting it down on paper? No problem! This panel will go over everything you need to know to write great fan fiction, including: characters, descriptions, settings, plots, grammar and just plain good taste. So join us and give your writing skills an ultimate boost in awesome!
- Length: 1 hour
- Requires: projector

Web Page Design 101

Need a webpage? Wanna make it yourself? Don't know squat about code or that waky thing called the Internez? Then you've come to the right panel! Learn about basic HTML, CSS, Hosting and all that other grovvy stuffs you need to know to create your very own web page. You'll see how notepad, dreamweaver and photoshop, plus a myriad of helpful sites, can help you create the website of your dreams!
- Length: 1 hour
- Requires: projector

Photoshop 101

Want to know the basic skills needed to effectivly use one of the best image editing softwares in the world? Then this is the panel for you! Learn about resolution, different image files, layers, filters, and more! This panel is geared towards those that have never used photoshop before, but pros are welcome too! So, bring those questions and don't miss out!
- Length: 1 hour
- Requires: projector

 

Gaming Panels

 

How to Run the Game Room

Ever wonder what it takes to run an awesome console game room, or what it takes to run a tournament? In this panel learn the steps from getting the proper equipment (including tips and tricks on where to get it cheap!), all the way to game room set up, tournament software and bracket theory.
- Length: 1 hour
- Requires: projector

Tournament Organizer 101

Learn the basics of what a TO needs to know, including pre-planning, tips and emergency management and situations. You'll be introduced to Tio, how to organize, set-up, and tear down before and after a tournament, how to speak with venue owners to get sweet deals on venue space, where to get equipment, and how to manage time and raise money for your events.
- Length: 1 hour
- Optional: projector

Learn How to Use Tio - Tournament Software

Take full advantage of one of the best Tournament Organizing Softwares around. Learn Bracket Theory, Timing Schedules, and how to use the Station Manager efficiently and effectively. 1v1, 2v2, and Round Robin (Pools) modes will be thoroughly discussed, as well as pots, ranking and seeding. Plus, you can get a free CD with Tio on it by simply attending. Feel free to bring your laptops to the panel!
- Length: 1 hour
- Requires: projector