Hey guys!
Animaritime is approaching quickly. Are you all excited? Are your costumes ready? Your artwork ready?

Here's a little question for everyone here in the DeviantArt group:
"What are you the most excited about for the convention?"

Tell us in a nice bright comment, I want to hear it all!

On a side note, I would like to share you some tips and tricks about convention preparations. d^_^b

- Have a suitcase ready with fresh socks (x3), fresh intimate garments (x3), pants, shirts (x3) and bathing suit (opt.). Some bathroom accessories including: toothbrush, toothpaste (floss opt.), hair brush, shampoo, soap, deodorant, shaving cream and razor (opt.) and pain medication (ex. advil). A cellphone charger can also help if you have a cellphone!

-Water bottles: Keep yourself hydrated during the convention, it might not look important, but headaches can be caused by a lack of water in the body!

-Small snack bag: granola bars, cheese/cracker combo, mini ritz, etc. Anything that does not require refregiration is always handy. Excitement can lead to forgetting to eat: always have a snack ready to make sure you don't go empty stomach!

-Costume bag: Put all your costumes together in a bag (green grocery bags are great). Separate accessories in ziploc bags; they come in all sizes!

-Wallet: Keep some loose cash in your wallet, an ID and any other important cards that will help you if you need to have access to a hospital. Remember to always keep your wallet in a safe area so you don't lose it or have it stolen.

-This is optional: There is a fridge and a microwave in a hotel room usually, if you believe that you can save money; bring some frozen diners or ramen packages. Anything that only requires warm water to be mixed in the food is awesome! You will surely save a lot by eating things that aren't from a restaurant. When we go on a trip, we always bring a small lunch kit with us!

-You will most likely be buying things; make sure to have a small suitcase, bag or space left to place all these newly acquired objects!

-Get the sleep you deserve, a minimum of 8 hours is what a body should get in sleep. One sleep cycle lasts 3 hours. It's important to get your sleep because the body reacts when a person does not get enough sleep: you might halucinate.

-Shower: It's important to keep yourself clean! Make sure to shower, it only takes 15 minutes or less.

-Another option: if you are an artist, bring a small travelling sketch book and a small pouch of your favorite tools. A paper pad and a pen to pick up other people's emails or information and a small enveloppe to put artist's cards in is also very handy.

-Remember: To have fun and enjoy every part of the convention. Plan ahead as soon as you get your registration booklet: highlight the activities you want to do and browse all you need. Respect the rules and ask for help when needed.

Well, that's all for now, if you can think up of some pointers to add, feel free to add them in the comment section! Don't forget to answer the question too!

Lot's of love! Can't wait to see you all! ^.^
Cha-- <3

[link] And pre-reg closes on May 31st! [link]


Time is moving quickly!

[link] open till May 31st, you can pre-order yourself a swell Animaritime 2012 t-shirt. It's all steampunky and stuff!
Check it out!

"Animaritime tshirts are now available for pre-order! From now until May 31st, you can purchase your very own Animaritime 2012 tshirt. They can be ordered online or by mail. If you miss the pre-order, there will be a limited number of shirts and sizes available for sale at the convention. So get one now!"

Animaritime 2012 is only 68 days away! Can you believe it!? As a big thank you and hurray! for those who have preregistered, we're looking to give some of our pre-registrants some extra goodies. On Tuesday, May 1st we'll be drawing at random one name from our registration list and contacting them to let them know they've won!

Won what you ask?

- Animaritime 2012 T-shirt
- Animaritime Canvas Bag
- Animaritime 2012 Poster signed by our guests
- Pass to Animaritime 2012's Dance
- Two books courtesy of Vertical Inc

Even if you don't win on May 1st, or haven't been able to pre-register yet, no worries! We'll be having a new draw and contacting a new winner EVERY WEEK IN MAY! That's five chances to win!

For privacy reasons we won't be announcing the names of the winners but we will state when the person's been contacted via our Facebook and Twitter accounts. The prizes will be for pick-up at Animaritime, though winners will be asked in advance what shirt size and books they'd like.

Remember that the deadline for pre-registration at our $25 for 3-Day price is May 31st, 2012 and that will also be when we announce the last winner! Don't miss out!

Attention, spring cleaners! Information about this year's Garage Sale is up on our website - you can even reserve a spot now to ensure a selling space in one of Animaritime's top attended events!

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"At Animaritime's Garage Sale attendees have the opportunity to sell their used books, games, DVDs and toys, allowing fellow convention-goers the opportunity to peruse one of the convention's most well-attended events for some buried treasure. It’s the perfect place to sell your unwanted swag to make room the goodies you’ll likely find during Animaritime 2012!"