First ever con...?
8 years ago
As some of you may know, I'm starting art school in Boston in the fall. I'm very excited about this, as it's the first time I'll be A) taking actual art classes, B) living in a city... as opposed to rural New Hampshire... and C) having the opportunity to meet other artists and furries. One of the main things I hope to do is attend my first ever convention, this being Anthro New England, which is just a short distance from my school. It's still many months away, and being the shy person that I am, things are still up in the air regarding whether or not I'd be willing to display my art, or even if I'll have the time to go. But I'm going to try nonetheless. If anyone else is planning to go, feel free to speak up. It would be nice to have a group of friends to go with, rather than just wander around by myself, or sit in the corner trying to sell things alone. :)
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I find the nervousness tends to evaporate on the first morning too, and it is much easier to make friends with randomers when you start out on the same page with an interest, so I wouldn't worry about that stuff ;3
Not sure if you'd be staying at the con hotel itself since you'll be local but if you are and need roomies i'll be looking for a group to crash with to split room costs probably.
In any case, good luck with your plans!