Doll North 2011 @ Anime North Toronto, Ontario **Special Guest Announcement**

Doll North 2011
Anime North Toronto, Ontario​

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About the Event​

Doll North will be held at Anime North: Canada's premier fan run Anime convention!
Anime North 2011 will be the weekend of May 27 - 29, 2011. It will be held at the Toronto Congress Center, Doubletree Hotel, and Sheraton Toronto Airport (formally the Renaissance. Same hotel, new name.)

This will be the our 4th year celebrating Doll North as a feature program at the Anime North convention. Doll North is a welcoming event to established BJD collectors, as well as those just learning about the hobby. We care about offering a safe space to discuss and appreciate our hobby at Anime North. At Doll North 2011 we are able to offer panels, workshops, games, and events based on your feedback. It is a very exciting year for us, Doll North is booked with the most events we have held to date, and we have gained sponsorship to offer prizes at our events.

Check out the website to buy your ticket and for further details! http://www.animenorth.com/main/
An admittance ticket is required for all Doll North vendors, attendees, and volunteers.

Doll North Events will be held in the Macintosh Room of the Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel
Please note the change in our location for 2011. Shuttle buses will be available during peak convention hours.
The shuttle bus route is from the TCC to the Sheraton to the Doubletree then back to the TCC. Pick up for the buses will be at the front door of the hotels, and as near the Hall F entrance of the TCC as possible (there is normally a gathering of attendees waiting at this spot.) Buses will wait 4-5 minutes at each pick up spot before moving on. There will be two buses running the route on Saturday, and one on Friday and Sunday.
Shuttle bus hours of operation Friday 6PM to 11PM, Saturday 11AM to 11PM, and Sunday 11AM to 4PM

Special Guest Announcement: Armeleia ​

We are very pleased to announce that Doll North 2011 will be featuring Armeleia as our featured guest. Known best for her role as the owner/ head-moderator of the BJD fan site http://www.denofangels.com/ she is also the talent behind sculpting and designing her very own line of Ball-Jointed Dolls known as 'Seed Dolls' http://another2am.com/seed/ . Also skilled in face up artistry, we are very honoured to have Armeleia join us at Doll North 2011.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~Program ~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Detailed event descriptions are available in the following posts.
Program is Final, no changes will be made.​

BJD T-Shirt Workshop Friday 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
BJD 101 Friday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Doll North Opening Ceremonies & Gift Exchange Friday 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Name That Sculpt! Friday 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
BJD Stop-Motion Shorts Friday 10:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Doll Marketplace Saturday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
BJD Stringing Demonstration Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Doll Knitting Workshop Saturday 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Story of Seed Dolls Saturday 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
BJD Competition Saturday 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
BJD Outfit Challenge Competition Saturday 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Doll Character Development Saturday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
BJD Addicts Saturday 10:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Face Up Workshop Sunday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
4th Annual Doll North Meetup Sunday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

~~~~~~~~~~~ Sponsors ~~~~~~~~~~~​

Antique Lilac - http://www.antiquelilac.com/
FeatherFall - http://www.featherfall.ca/
Luxour Academy & Dreamhigh Studio - http://www.luxour-academy.com/
BJD Community – House of Shadow and Light - http://umbrasilumina.com/mybb/index.php
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~~~~~~~~~~~ Upcoming Updates ~~~~~~~~~~~​

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  [*]Prize Details for Competition Events
  [*]Charity Raffle Items
  [*]How to Play "Name that Sculpt"
  

 

~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Competitions ~~~~~~~~~~~~~​

BJD Competition
Time Saturday 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Theme: Studio Ghibli Studio Ghibli is a japanese animation film studio known for works such as My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki's Delivery Service, Princess Mononoke, and Ponyo. A list of Studio Ghibli's works can be found here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Studio_Ghibli#Works

Display Categories

Best Cosplay
Cosplay can consist of outfit, wig, shoes, eye color, and pose of your Doll. This outfit can consist of homemade and company bought items, the outfit will be judged based on how closely it resembles the intended design.

Best Outfit Made By Doll Owner
In order to qualify for this section your entire outfit must be made by you (excluding hardware like buttons/snaps, belts and shoes.) Making the pattern yourself is not required – you may use downloaded or bought patterns. You will be judged based on workmanship, execution, and adherence to the theme. You will be required to bring a small sample of the material used for proof that you are the maker.

Best Customization (Face Up or Modification)
You will be judged based on the execution, degree of difficulty and coherence (keeping the modification consistent to your doll’s texture and blushing). You may be asked to describe how the face up or modification applies to the theme, or describe the techniques you applied to your work.

Rules

• All categories will be judged based on the criteria listed, and their adherence to the theme of Studio Ghibli
• You may enter one doll in each of the Display Categories, you may not enter the same Doll twice in any of the Display Categories
• It is recommended to bring a picture reference of your intended character or where you drew your theme from, to provide reference for the judges.

Photo Categories

Best Photo
Photos will be judged based on idea, adherence to the theme, and overall impact.

Best Photo Story
Photostories will be judged based on idea, adherence to the theme, and presentation.

Rules

• All categories will be judged based on the criteria listed, and their adherence to the theme of Studio Ghibli
• Photos may feature as many doll's as you like and these can be photographs of Dolls you have entered in the Display Categories.
• BJDs must be the main focus of the image, please refrain from explicit gore or nudity, if you are unsure please contact [email protected] with questions.
• Please bring a physical display of your image to the contest, for photos there are no size restrictions, you can choose to present them as a poster, or a small photograph in a frame, or in a portfolio. The way you present is completely up to you as long as we can view a physical copy of the picture at the event.
• Photo-stories should be printed on pages no larger than 8 1/2" x 11" and should be kept between 1 - 4 pages long. We recommend displaying your photo story in a duo tang, or portfolio.
• It is recommended to bring a picture reference of your intended character or where you drew your theme from, to provide reference for the judges.

Overall Categories

Best In Show
Any entry in the Display Categories or Photography Categories is eligible for Best in Show, judges will take into account creativity, adherence to the theme, and impact when making their decision. Judges will come to a unanimous decision.

Fan Favourite
Any entry in the Display Categories or Photography Categories is eligible for Fan Favourite, attendees will be given a ballot and asked to write down the entry number for their favourite entry, ballots will be tallied at the end of the competition and winner announced.


Judges
Will consist of 3 members with standing in the BJD community, judges will be announced at the event to avoid favoritism or tampering.


Prizes

Best in Show
DHS Limited Edition 10cm Tiny BJD - Q-Baby Twinset donated by DreamHigh Studio
Fan Favourite
DHS 10cm Tiny BJD - Q-Baby donated by DreamHigh Studio

Registration
Registration can be submitted prior to the event, or anytime before the start of the BJD Competition at the Doll North room.
You will be provided with an entry number, and category slip for each entry, you will be asked to arrange your entries on one of the display tables during the BJD Competition. Judges and attendees will walk around the room to review the work and discuss your entries one on one.

Pre-Registration If you are interested in Pre-Registering for the BJD Contest please fill out the following form:
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Name:
Contact Email:

Category:
Doll Name/ Sculpt:
(Please repeat for each entry)
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Email complete form to [email protected] subject line: BJD Contest Registration



BJD Outfit Challenge Competition
Time Saturday 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The challenge competition has been designed to test your creativity and ingenuity under a time-constraint. There is no pre-registration required, please review the rules before attending.

Rules

• You may participate as an individual or in groups of two.
  [*] You must bring one doll with you to be your 'model' for the event.
  [*] Materials will be provided, you may only use the materials provided, your doll must be stripped to shoes and 'under garments' only (under garments include: tank top, bra, under wear)
  [*] You will be given 45 minutes with the materials provided to create a garment for your doll.

Judging
Will take place immediately after the time-limit, this event will be judged by the same panel of judges from the BJD Competition.

Prizes
To Be Announced, provided by our generous sponsors.

Name That Sculpt
Time Friday 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM

That's a VOLKS SD13 Nana! That's a SOOM monthly SD Beryl! Think you are the leading expert on BJD sculpts? Join us for 'Name that Sculpt', prizes and your reputation are on the line.

Rules
To Be Announced

Prizes
To Be Announced, provided by our generous sponsors.

~~~~~~~~~~~ Panels and Events ~~~~~~~~~~~​

BJD 101 (Panel)
Time Friday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Want to learn more about Ball-Jointed Dolls? Where do they come from? How can I buy one? How much do they cost? How do I customize them? All these questions and more will be answered at this informal FAQ. Come out and meet with doll owners, talk to them and see their BJDs up close and personally. Learn about how to attend doll meet ups all throughout the year in your local community, and the rules of etiquette when handling dolls.


Doll North Opening Ceremonies and Gift Exchange (Event)
Time Friday 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Come meet with the panelists, guests, and local doll community representatives at the opening ceremonies of Doll North 2011. Learn about the sponsors of Doll North 2011 and view the prizes they have provided for our events.
$10 Gift Exchange Rules Bring a gift-wrapped BJD item valued at $10 to the event, we will participate in a game to fairly exchange the gifts.


The Story of Seed Dolls (Feature Event with Special Guest Armeleia)
Time Saturday 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Join us for our feature event, as Armeleia shares her artist's story from conception to creation of her Seed Dolls. This event will be followed by a Q+A session with Armeleia where she will answer questions on Seed Dolls, and the Den of Angels Ball-Jointed Doll Community.


Doll Character Development (Panel)
Time Saturday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Discuss ways of developing your doll's personality, how to find the perfect name for your doll. Learn about the many methods of expressing your doll's identity through artwork, photographs, fan fiction, and fun games.


4th Annual Doll North Meetup (Event)
Time Sunday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

This will be our 4th Annual Doll North Meetup! All Ball-Jointed Dolls, Pullips and Blythes are welcome. Owners, enthusiasts, and those interested in the hobby are welcome and encouraged to attend. Take advantage of this opportunity to meet up with the new friends you have made at Doll North, and spend time meeting their dolls.
Drawing for our charity raffles will take place at the beginning of the meetup.

 

~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Work Shops ~~~~~~~~~~~~~​

All material fees are to be paid at the start of the work shop unless Pre-Registration is indicated.

BJD T-Shirt Work Shop
Time Friday 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Materials Fee None, but you may supply your own person-sized T-shirt, or 1/4 metre of fabric if you have a colour preference. Limited colours will be available at the work shop.

Come kick-off Doll North with us by learning to sew a T-shirt for your BJD, iron ons displaying the logo of 'Doll North 2011' or 'Den of Angels' will be provided. This is a great way to commemorate Doll North 2011 and create a keep sake to remember the event.

BJD Stringing Demonstration
Time Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Taking apart a BJD and putting it back together can be a very daunting task to even the most experienced BJD hobbyists, join us as we demonstrate how to string your BJD. This demonstration will also discuss methods of strengthening your BJD's posing ability with pliver, and hot-glue sueding.

Doll Knitting Work Shop
Time Saturday 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Materials Fee $2 for a pair of 'Size 0' Knitting needles, yarn to be provided. If you have your own 'Size 0' needles please bring them along.

Come learn how to knit on small scale, information on where to purchase yarns, needles, crochet hooks, and converting patterns will be provided. This is an 'every level' work shop, we will be making doll sized scarves.

Face Up Work Shop with Armeleia
Time Sunday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Join Armeleia as she instructs the class on the art of painting your Ball-Jointed Doll's face. You will be responsible for bringing your own blank BJD head to the event, all other tools will be provided as part of your registration fee. Face Up materials used at the work shop will be available for purchase at a discounted price after the work shop.
For those checking out Sunday that need to bring your luggage with you, we will be able to offer space in the Doll North Room to store your luggage during this work shop.

Face Up Work Shop Pre-Registration Information
When to Sign Up?
Registration is currently Closed You may still choose to participate if you supply all of your own materials to match those being used at the workshop, limited spectating seats will be available on a first come first serve basis for those who would like to watch, but not participate in the workshop.

Materials Fee
You will be required to supply your own clean BJD head for this work shop. We are able to offer 2 packages for this work shop. With the regular package we will supply all paints, and materials for use at the day of the work shop. Any items listed in the regular package are yours to keep after the work shop. If you are interested in owning a complete set of all the materials used at the work shop please register for the Full Set Package. We are also offering a cleaning set (Acetone and Magic Eraser) addition to your Package, the Clean Up Add On can be collected any time during the con if you need the supplies in order to clean your doll head in time for the Face Up Work Shop.

Regular Package - $26
Detail Brush 18/0 Liner
Pack of 6 Assorted Brushes
Kneaded Eraser

Full Set Package - $93
Detail Brush 18/0 Liner
Pack of 6 Assorted Brushes
5 pots of 2oz. Acrylic Paint
Set of 5 Pastels
Pack of 40 Sheet Palette Paper
Kneaded Eraser
Bottle of Acrylic Paint Thinner
Pot of Tamiya Gloss
Pot of Tamiya Gloss Thinner
Can of MSC

Clean Up Add On - $5
4oz. Bottle of Winsor & Newton Brush Cleaner and Restorer
Mr. Clean Magic Eraser

Sign Up Form
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Name/ Username:
Contact Email:

Package:

Paypal Address:
Other Payment Arrangement Details:
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Email completed form to [email protected] subject line: 2011 Face Up Workshop Registration

If you are interested in participating in this workshop and paypal payment is an issue, or paying by May 8, 2011 is a problem, please still submit your sign up. I understand that we have a limited sign up window, and I am happy to do my best to accommodate if you are interested in attending, but need a little more time to provide the funds.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~Video Viewings ~~~~~~~~~~~~~​

BJD Stop-Motion Shorts
Time Friday 10:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Come check out our exclusive screening of 30+ BJD Stop-Motion Shorts, watch as dolls come to life through artistry and film. Short films will range in length from 30 seconds to 5 minutes long, and will feature filmmakers from UK, US, Europe, Asia, Finland, Brazil, and Canada.


BJD Addicts
Time Friday 10:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Learn more about the individuals behind BJD Collecting, the BJD Addicts Movement is a personal way many BJD hobbyists are now expressing themselves on Youtube. BJD Addicts currently contains 20 discussion topics ranging from BJD Stereotypes, your BJD Workspace, and Meet Ups. Join us as we learn about the people behind the collections.

~~~~~~~~~~~ Doll Marketplace ~~~~~~~~~~~
Please see post #17 for details.
http://www.denofangels.com/forums/s...nouncement**&p=7715956&viewfull=1#post7715956 ​

 

~~~~~~~~~~~ Doll Marketplace ~~~~~~~~~~~​

Time Saturday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Come out and shop, shop, shop for your Ball-Jointed Dolls, Pullips and Blythes. This is a mini- dealer’s room completely devoted to dolls. Handmade, Brand New, Second hand and Company items will be available. Tickets for our charity raffles will be for sale during this time, and prizes donated by our generous sponsors on display.

Vendor Information​

What to Sell?
Any item intended for use with a BJD, Pullip, or Blythe are acceptable for sale. The focus of Doll Marketplace is on the artisans, but we welcome the sale of second-hand company made doll items as long as they are clearly marked. Acceptable items: Clothing, Eyes, Wigs, Shoes, Re-ment, Doll Heads, Complete Dolls. If you are unsure about an item please contact [email protected]

Important Vendor Information

• [*]Your table will be approximately 6’ x 2.5’, since items are small you may choose to sign up for a half table, partners are not required we will assign you to a table unless you request a partner to share with.
  [*]You are responsible for your own table, stock, and “change float” at all times.
  [*] Each full table will be provided with two chairs, there are to be no more than 2 people behind a table at any given time. If you sign up for a full table do not have more than 2 people acting as vendors at any given time.
  [*]Doll Market will need to close promptly at 12:00 PM, please be prepared to pack your left over stock and vacate the room at this time. If you are planning to change your costume or meet friends please arrange to do this at another location.
  [*]Please arrange to arrive at the Doll North Room at 8:30 AM on Saturday in order to give yourself enough time to set up your merchandise, doors will be opening promptly at 9:00 AM.

Sign Up Information

Date to Submit
VENDOR SIGN UP IS CURRENTLY: CLOSED

Fee
Vendor fee will be $10 for a full table or $5 for a half table.
Once you receive a confirmation for your table you will be prompted to pay your fee via paypal, if other arrangements need to be made please indicate so on your sign up. Payments must be received within 2 weeks of sign up. Fees are being instated this year due to the increase in venue size and available tables, due to our increase in tables we are now responsible for a rental fee.

Sign Up Form
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Name:
Contact Email:
Paypal Address:
Mobile Phone Number:

Half or Full Table:
Request for Half Table Partner if applicable (not required we will assign if there is no preference.)

Name of Store:
Link to Website or Portfolio:
Types of Items for Sale:
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Email completed form to [email protected] subject line: 2011 Vendor Registration

Confirmed Vendors​

Luxour Academy by Princess Tapi
http://www.luxour-academy.com/
Official Retailer for Dreamhigh Studio and Island Doll BJDs
Doll Clothing, Shoes, Wigs Accesories
Pullip and Blythes
Obitsu

Megomobile
Handmade doll accessories and clothing
Second hand doll accessories and clothing
Second hand dolls and/or parts

Karitsa's Unique Props - Handmade Goodies for your BJD
http://www.denofangels.com/forums/s...s-Handmade-Goodies-for-your-BJD-*IMAGE-HEAVY*
Various handmade props: including food, sweets, toys, and Pokeballs!

Du-Hast
http://www.denofangels.com/forums/s...nd-kid-OOAK-outfits-C-(price-down-January-14)
http://www.denofangels.com/forums/s...ything-else-to-go-with-it-D-delf-boy-girl-kid.
Doll Clothing and Jewelery (hand made)

Heartless_Droid and Fairygirl
http://s208.photobucket.com/albums/bb243/fairygirl_pics/kimono/
Second-hand Shoes and Accessories
Hand-made Dresses, Kimono, and Jewelery.

HighPriestess jewelry
http://www.denofangels.com/forums/s...New-metal-work-Armbands-Earcuffs-Chainmailetc
Jewelry, Accessories

Grimm's Ghastly Garments & Deadly Desires
Doll Clothes, (Sweaters, Cloaks, Pants, Bras&Panties)
Hats, (Top hats, Pirate hats, Cat hats, Bonnets)
Jewelery (Necklaces, Bracelets)
Used Wigs
Unused Volks Face-up Paint

Spite & Malice
http://www.denofangels.com/forums/s...lice-FUR-WIGS-Now-Open!&p=3912783#post3912783
Fur wigs
Doll Clothing

Retro Girl Blue
Handmade Clothes and Teapot Sets
Re-ment
Silly Band Rings
Gomo Japanese Erasers


·٠•●iules' Shop O' Goodies●•٠·*
http://www.denofangels.com/forums/...s-Dollmore-Dollheart-LatiDoll-SADOL-Y!J-Dress
Dolls Clothing
Wigs
Full Doll

Edtel's Second Hand Bargain Basement
Second-hand 'New Condition' Clothing Items and Accessories
Second-hand Shoes and Wigs

AgentPanda and friends
Second Hand Dolls &*Doll Parts
Second Hand Company Made Doll Clothes & Accessories
Hand Made Jewelry

Painted Lady Fashions
http://www.denofangels.com/forums/showthread.php?394048-Painted-Lady-Fashions-Dresses-and-kits!
http://www.denofangels.com/forums/showthread.php?394057-Painted-Lady-Fashions-Wire-wrapped-Jewelry
Wire-wrapped jewelry for dolls (mostly SD or Yo-SD) includes necklaces, circlets, tiaras, headbands and brooches.

 

Huge Doll North Update, please check the first 3 posts. PM me or email if you have any questions.

 

Hi Onna, I'm glad you're thinking about coming out to our event around your schedule. I know just how hard it can be to try to make that extra time to visit another event while working for AN.

The meet up on Sunday is the only meet up being held, I wanted to make sure that was cleared up in case some one comes looking for a meet up on Saturday, which is not part of our program. There is another opportunity for meet and greet with other doll hobbyists during the BJD 101 and Opening Ceremonies on Friday. Saturday is packed with a variety of events, regardless of the day you come I know there will be an event you'll enjoy

The Sunday meetup *may* be moving forward to 1:00PM, keep an eye on this thread for updates it will be confirmed by the end of this week. Looking forward to seeing you there

 

Sorry for the confusion every one, as Edtel said I was clarifying that Doll North events taking place in the Sheraton Hotel on Saturday will not include a meet up. I did not want to see anyone arrive at our event in the Sheraton on Saturday expecting a meet up, and be disappointed that it is not part of our scheduled events.

The BJD Photoshoot some have seen advertised is an unofficial informal photo shoot, like many of the cosplay theme photo shoots that take place (normally outdoors) at AN. Please contact Azulafan199 for details since she is the one organising the shoot, and it is not a part of the Doll North program for 2011.

 

Major Updates have been made to the Doll North Thread today.

Here is a list of additions:

Added Condensed Program to first post
Added List of Sponsors
Added Events: BJD Addicts (Video Viewing), and Doll Character Development (Panel)
Changed time of 4th Annual Meetup to Sunday 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Extended time of Face Up Work Shop now Sunday 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Material Fee Details for Face Up Work Shop are added, and sign up deadline

List of Confirmed Vendors Added to Doll Marketplace Information. We still have tables left, if you are interested please consider signing up

 

Thread Update:

I am very excited to announce the Prizes for Best in Show and Fan Favourite in the BJD Competition.

Best in Show
DHS Limited Edition 10cm Tiny BJD - Q-Baby Twinset donated by DreamHigh Studio
Fan Favourite
DHS 10cm Tiny BJD - Q-Baby donated by DreamHigh Studio

You can pre-register for the competition at any time, remember that any entry in any of our BJD Competition categories will qualify for Best In Show and Fan Favourite. Pre-Registration is not required, you may choose to sign up at Doll North anytime before the start of the Competition.

Please remember sign up is currently open for the BJD Face Up Workshop, we need at least 11 registrants in order to offer the shared pricing. If you are thinking about registering and won't have the funds available by May 8 please still contact me, I would be happy to work something out for you.

 

Hi Norths,

I'm glad to hear you are excited for this years Doll North. I would like to address your concerns about the cost of materials for the workshops, and also notify all attendees that any materials fee that are listed for work shops are the exact cost for supplies. The pricing for each work shop was determined based on the supply list provided to me by the individual running each workshop, no funds gathered will be rolled back into Doll North, the costs listed are strictly for the materials required at the workshop.

I worked with Armeleia to put together the materials for the face up workshop, none of these prices include shipping or customs, we are hoping for enough interest to qualify for free shipping. Armeleia is also generously picking up some of the required glosses for us, and helping us to save on shipping and customs charges.

For those interested this is how we have determined the shared pricing based on how many students the supplies could be shared between:
Detail Brush, and Set of 6 Assorted Brushes to keep (for one student, pricing based on bulk order for 12 students): $11
Kneaded Eraser to keep (for one student): $0.50
5 pots of acrylic paint (estimated pricing when shared between 10 students): $2.50
5 Pastels (estimated pricing when shared between 4 students): $6.25
Palette Paper (pack of 40 - some students may want more than one and we don't expect to have 40 students enrolled so this one is higher then a 'per piece' quote) $0.50
ZM Acrylic Thinner (estimated pricing shared between 10 students): $0.50
Volks Tamiya Gloss (estimated pricing shared between 10 students) $0.20
Volks Tamiya Thinner (estimated pricing shared between 10 students) $0.20
Mr. Super Clear (estimated pricing shared between 4 students) $3.50
TOTAL: $25.15

We've rounded up since all prices listed are the cost for shared materials, with no shipping costs added. Since some of the items break down to be used for sharing differently than others we also needed a little wiggle room to make up if we have an odd number sign up.

I hope this price break down sheds some light on the products being purchased, I trust Armeleia's advise on the brands and materials that we should order, and how many students can share each material. My personal big purchase for AN this year is going to be a full set of face up materials, it's something I've always wanted to learn to do and having some one as talented as Armeleia to guide me is an opportunity I don't want to miss out on

That being said we need more sign ups for the face up workshop, if any one has further concerns with the pricing break down, or are interested in attending, but need some more time to gather your funds please contact me privately by PM or email and I will do my best to accommodate you.

 

I'd like to announce that due to a generous donation of supplies we will no longer be charging for the T-Shirt Work Shop, you may still choose to bring your own 1/4 metre of fabric, or person sized T-shirt if you have a colour preference. Material colours available at the work shop will be limited.

 

That actually sounds quite alright, we're planning to order more MSC then we need for the workshop in order to qualify for free shipping, I was going to sell it outright at Doll Market, but I'd be happy to set you up with a few cans if you wish. If you have all the supplies just bring what is listed to the workshop and you're welcome to join in. I'll send you a PM tomorrow to discuss the price of the MSC and add you to the list for the face up workshop

I'm really excited to be featuring BJD Addicts WrittenLullabye I think it's a really honest, and exposed type of documentary and I am hoping that it will help with comfort levels of our attendees making new friends at Doll North. BJD Addicts is also a great learning experience for any one new to the hobby, I think it does great work demystifying some of the assumptions that are made about doll hobbyists. I am currently building our playlist for BJD Addicts, I may send you a PM to get some advise on your personal favs. I'd like to have at least 1 or 2 videos for each prompt, and highlight many different contributors if I can I think you can expect a BIG influx of contributors after Doll North.

I will get in touch with a few of the AN executives for an answer on this one for you Etienne. I would definitely expect there to be shuttles running consistently from 9AM onwards Saturday morning, I may not recommend this option for our vendors. But, I will do my best to see if we can get a more detailed answer then what has been supplied on the Anime North website if I can. I'll update on this thread as soon as I know, thanks for your patience

 

Updates made to Doll Vendors List:
Added Fairygirl, Retro Girl Blue and ·٠•●iules' Shop O' Goodies●•٠·*

More comprehensive details on the Anime North shuttle buses have been added:
Shuttle buses will be available during peak convention hours. The shuttle bus route is from the TCC to the Sheraton to the Doubletree then back to the TCC. Pick up for the buses will be at the front door of the hotels, and as near the Hall F entrance of the TCC as possible (there is normally a gathering of attendees waiting at this spot.) Buses will wait 4-5 minutes at each pick up spot before moving on. There will be two buses running the route on Saturday, and one on Friday and Sunday.
Shuttle bus hours of operation Friday 6PM to 11PM, Saturday 11AM to 11PM, and Sunday 11AM to 4PM

Registration for Face Up Workshop is now closed, you may still attend if you are able to bring the same supplies that we have included in our package. Limited spectator seats will be available off to the side for those who wish to watch, but not participate in the workshop.

 

Hi Sahara,

We may end up having a few additional cans, an order was made today for MSC cans to cover the workshop as well as a few extras. I likely won't know until the con date if we will have additional, but I';ll do my best to update you as I go. Based on the shipping speed and interest we may also be able to order another set in before the con. I'll let you know how shipping from the seller we are trying out goes, I know getting MSC into Canada can be a bit of a pain, but I am hopeful that the seller Armeleia has recommend will work out for us. They have recent experience shipping MSC to Canada without issue so I'm hopeful this order comes in without any problems