These enlightening talks allowed fans and aspiring comic book artists to get an in-depth understanding of the comic industry. There were also special talk segments, namely Heroines at the Frontline featuring how female guests like Joyce Chin and Mirka Andolfo made a name for themselves in the male-dominated comic industry, as well as Talking Comics, The Past, Present and Future, a panel discussion on how comics have been adapted into new media forms, and how these changes affect the comic artists and the comic industry.
Frank Cho, known for his mastery of drawing beautiful female characters, held a live drawing session as well.įrank Cho speaking at his live drawing session Sonny Liew, the creator of well-known comic The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye, was there as well to sign copies of his book. If cosplaying is your thing, then you would have heard of the incredible guest cosplayer lineup at STGCC! Siutao (小桃) and Shimo (霜月) were familiar faces at STGCC, while it was Leon Chiro and Iori Moe’s first appearances in Singapore! The fans sure made the guests feel welcomed, with long queues gathering at the guests’ booth where fans showed their support and got their merchandise signed, or simply just for a chance to interact with these stars.įor the comic fans, Adi Granov, Frank Cho, David Mack, Arthur Adams and Joyce Chin were among the many guests invited for this year’s edition. Art of Rachta Lin, Collateral Damage Studios, Evacomics, SG Cartoons and Velvet Room Cosplay Gallery were some of the familiar names spotted. Not forgetting the local artists, booths at the Artist Alley were filled with talented artists and their wares. Prominent toy designer brand The Beast Brothers, Sorbet Jungle’s founder DeAnne George, as well as Japanese toy designers Hinatique and Yasu were there as well, just to name a few. We also dropped by the merchandise and guest booths to check out what’s in store this year! XM Studios Pte Ltd was crowded with people waiting to snap up their favourite figures and indulge themselves with brand new loots. The opening march-in has been a staple segment to the STGCC event for several years now and with new Star Wars films getting produced, we are able to see an assortment of new costume from the Garrison.ĭarth Vader gracing us humble mortals with his presence They made their presence known by blasting the ubiquitous melody and rhythm of The Imperial March (Darth Vader’s theme song), marching pass the attendees and emitting the might of the Empire.
The convention started off with the iconic Grand March-In by the Singapore Garrison and Rebel Legion! It featured characters like the one and only Darth Vader, escorted by the ever popular Stormtroopers behind him, with some Rebel Alliance Troopers snooping around and other unique figures from the Star Wars universe.
Have a blast by regaling him with your fan-fiction, or simply compliment his work on the Amazing Spider-Man, at II-16.On 9 and 10 September 2017, the Singapore Toys Games and Comics Convention was held at Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre, with many exciting changes in store for their 10th anniversary celebration! To begin with, access to stage performances for non-VIP ticket holders, a long awaited dedicated gaming area for the gaming community, GGXP (Good Game Experience) and the Akiba Zone for cosplay fans to immerse themselves with the Japanese culture, as well as an exciting guest lineup for all attendees to enjoy! It’s no wonder that a long line of excited fans could be spotted way before the opening time, not wanting to miss out on all the action!įans waiting patiently in line for the doors to open Michael Straczynski is the creator of the hit science-fiction television series, Babylon 5.
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