#blerdcondc

[uptownbill]

Reposted from @ldchocolate - Ran into A Pimp Named Slickback at BlerdCon! . . . #blerdcon #theboondocks #blerdcon2019 #blerdcondc #apimpnamedslickback #saythewholething like a #tribecalledquest #aaronmcgruder #carljones #kattwilliams #BlackExcellence #representationmatters #BlackBoyJoy https://www.instagram.com/p/B0AIpC_D2eB/?igshid=cztktz0zo5vh

[thenerdelement]

#BlerdconDC #Blerdcon Okay I am geeking out! Not only am I excited about this salsa class but I also saw my first #rainbowbrite #cosplay! Natty #blerdcosplay #blerd https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz3PRdTj1Dv/?igshid=18ei5q3efcjy1

[blacknerdproblems]

Repost from @erikacchristie using @RepostRegramApp - No photo is ever complete without a #yoda #blerDCon And I'm back to the con! #photographerslife - - - - - - #blerdcon2017 #blerdcondc #iwantyoda #cosplaying #nerdconvention #cosplayers #cosplays #erikacchristiephotography #blerd #blerdcon #worldmaking #imaginealleydigital #oc #onset #comicbookartist #fashiondesigner #lucasfilm #characterdesign #illusion #sciencefictionmua #yodabackpack #comicbookdesigning

[snowtigra]

Blerdcon Guest Announcement: Brichibi Cosplays! We are happy to welcome this dynamic duo, writing, sewing and cosplaying their way into our geeky blerd hearts! Coming from Minnesota, they’re going to bring some amazing panels, workshops and hugs to Blerdcon this June! Find out more at www.blerdcon.com! About Brichibi: 15 years ago Briana Lawrence (Brichibi Cosplays) and Jessica Walsh (SnowCosplays) were two fanfiction writing ladies who geeked out over Gundam Wing boys and Resident Evil. Now? They’re still geeks and still have their fandoms, but they’re also a cosplaying couple who write books, make crafts, and are generally nerdy women. Snow is the seamstress of the couple, meanwhile, Brichibi talks about issues in the cosplay community and how the most important thing about cosplay is to love yourself and have fun. The two ladies also speak on the importance of diversity when it comes to writing and pop culture, and they’ve both written about it via personal blogs and various websites. Speaking of writing, the ladies have work published through Dreamspinner Press, and they’ve also begun self-publishing their own urban fantasy series of books. Brichibi is currently working on a black, queer, magical girl series called “magnifiqueNOIR,” and when she’s not promoting that, she’s writing scripts for WatchMojo.com, so there’s a chance you’ve watched a video game or anime top ten list that was written by her! When going to conventions they always bring their best so that they can promote their work. You can enjoy their crafts, get lost in their urban fantasy series, or heck, you can come by for a hug and fun conversations about cosplay, anime, or video games. Always promoting positivity and always supporting one another, Brichibi and Snow are smiling their way through the geek scene. KICKSTARTER: Like what you see? Want more of it? Get your VIP badges and special upgrade benefits by donating to the Blerdcon Kickstarter at http://kck.st/2iHsfWC #blerdcon #blerdcon2017 #blerdcondc #cosplay #guest #2017 #conlineup #brichibicosplays #snowcosplays #dc #washingtondc

[soulcialdent]

BlerdCon 2019: JSOUL + Sinitus Tempo

@BlerdConDC 2019:@ JSOULSOUNDS + @SinitusTempo Hip-Hop set. #Blerdcon #JSOUL #SinitusTempo #Hiphop #Producers #music

JSOUL and Sinitus Tempo

One of the many performances on the second day of Blerd Con included an amazing vibed set from Maryland Producers JSOUL and Sinitus Tempo. Their set consisted of the original music they created, mostly instrumentals but it was the coolest Hip-Hop vibe. This was my first introduction to them which made me dig a little deeper into their individual archive when I got back…

[htgameandchill-blog]

Cosplay is on point this tear at @blerdconDC ! If you're here stop by our booth!! . . #cosplay #cosplayer #cosplaygirl #cosplaying #cosplayers #cosplayersofinstagram #cosplayphotography #cosplaylife #cosplays #anime #htgameandchill #GameAndChill #gamer #blerdcon #blerdcon2019 https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz3s5grnA7Y/?igshid=sm0m4dyn9yq1

[kawaiicrayonkaz]

Here @blerdconDC Feeling all the good vibes.

Here @blerdconDC Feeling all the good vibes.

— (Kaz)Zach Fox is my role model. (@LionMillionair) July 13, 2019

via Twitter https://twitter.com/LionMillionair July 13, 2019 at 12:56PM

[crochetkingpin]

My #BlerdconDC starts Thursday. Come through and hang out! Also, here's the planned stuff imma be at! @blerdcon #blerdcon #cosplay #blackcosplayer #thatpoetryhost — view on Instagram https://ift.tt/2G7lUgO

[bishopcosplay]

Tweeted

I created my first #DoraMilaje costume within 10 days of the #BlackPanther trailer dropping last year. I was POSSESSED. A flurry of broadcloth, vinyl, plaster, craft foam & paint took over and I debuted her at @blerdconDC . Many more #Wakanda costumes to come! #cosplay pic.twitter.com/StSld4Yjto

— Jay@HavenCon ♿ (@thatjayjustice) February 13, 2018

[uptownbill]

It was great meeting people at #blerdcon2018 Regrann from @bigg_indc - One of my favorite cosplays. This gentleman wanted to make the costume his own so added the locs since, well, it was Blerdcon #Blerdcon18 #blerdcondc #cosplay #conlife #Joker - #regrann (at Blerdcon)

[soulcialdent]

BlerdCon is a convention that celebrates Black nerd culture, disabled, LGBTQ persons and others who are not normally included in other nerd spaces.  So Blerdcon is often described as being different from other cons, while I can vouch for that being somewhat true, there were a lot of things that still felt familiar and that combination made things super comfortable. It’s really was just another anime/gaming convention with 95 percent black people in attendance

 This was our first time at BlerdCon and I was super excited. This was an event for us (Blerds) by us (Blerds) and if there’s one thing I know about black folks, it’s that we know how to have a good time. From all the pictures and videos posted by from years prior, it looked fire! And for full disclosure, I was far from disappointed.

The first thing I want to talk about is cosplay. Everyone looked amazing! They really came to show out and I was totally here for it. We saw all types of cosplay: Anime, Genderbends, mash-ups and original characters. Adults and children alike. It’s really been a while since I’ve seen so many people in costume. The Cosplay community online is bigger the ever but numbers at cons are slowly declining. (bases on what I’ve seen) It was really nice seeing people of all shapes and sizes enjoying themselves without judgment.

Speaking of cosplay, I was able to attend the Cosplay Contest and Catwalk. Judges for the contest were Cin’ Von Quinzel, Papa Bear and CutiePieSensei and I was beyond impressed the entire time. Everyone looked so good and even the judges came to slay. They are all established cosplayers, whose pictures can be found all over the internet. Seeing them in person and them being equally as stunning and maybe arguable more captivating really puts things in perspective.

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Before the cosplay contest, we attended Blerdcon’s J-Fashion Show hosted by DC KawaiiStyle and it was pretty dope. Everyone who participated looked fly as fuck. Five different designers participated and each had there own flair which is something that I could really appreciate. There were even a few pieces that I could see myself rocking. But the best thing about this whole experience was watching the unbridled joy on the faces of these model as they walked on and off the stage. That’s really what it’s all about.

There was also a little music festival which is a staple for me when attending any con. There a listening session with DMV producers J.Soul and Sinitus Tempo. Another by Hip Hop Veteran Substantial featuring a vocalist by the name of Stephanie Gayle. The eventful night was closed out by New York Femcee Sammus.

We spent a good chunk of time in the gaming area and had a fantastic time rolling down memory lane. Was able to play classics fighting games like Street Fighter II, Mortal Kombat and Capcom vs. SNK. To more obscure titles like Shaq Fu, Primal Rage, Killer Instinct, and Windjammers.  And newer games like Soul Calibur VI and Tekken 7.

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There was a DJ Booth set up right smack in the middle of the gaming area. The steady stream of music called for a dance floor which became the space right in front of the booth.  People were getting it in, in and out of cosplay.  Black folks literally know how to turn any moment into a party. That is why I love us.  The energy was so contagious that someone’s baby found there into the dance circle. The other dancers got hype with him.  That really touched my little blerd heart.

One of the last things I want to talk about is the panels. There was a nice variety of panels. Topics that range in fandom, identity and so on so forth. The panel selection reflected all of what Blerdcon is. That is something that I really loved. There was the more serious panel from the minority perspective but then there were panels on that said I like this and I just so happen to be black. I think those types of panels are equally as important because we need to just be able to be without labels.

Here is a list of panels we attended:

Afro Samurai Champloo Premiere

Fabolous Nerd Fight

Trash or Lit: Is this anime good for you?

This Follow Panel is Scheduled for One Fall

BGA Trivia: Guess that Anime Opening

All in all, I had a pretty action-packed weekend. Even both the after-parties were jumpin’. Shout out the lovely staff at Blerdcon, for allowing us to come thru and cover this event. Shout out to all talent artist, cosplayers and beautiful peoples for just being in the building. Seeing so many smiling black faces really made me happy and I hope that we’ll be able to make it out next year.  Blerdcon was a movie.

BlerdCon 2019: Overview @BlerdconDc #Blerdcon2019 #Blerdcon #Blerds #Anime #Gaming BlerdCon is a convention that celebrates Black nerd culture, disabled, LGBTQ persons and others who are not normally included in other nerd spaces. 

[soulcialdent]

BlerdCon 2019: J-Fashion Show

@BlerdConDC 2019: J-Fashion Show hosted by @DCKawaiiStyle #Blerdcon #DCKawaiiStyle #FashionShow #KawaiiCarnival #Agatodesigns #unredesigns #Nobelghostfashion #Fashion

The fashion show of the weekend hosted by DC Kawaii Style. The fashion show consisted of 4 designers that have been inspired by the fashion culture of Japan. There were many different styles on stage and all of them were amazing, you knew which style was the inspiration if you’re familiar with Japanese fashion. The fashion show was about an hour long and filled with vibrant colors and black. The…

[soulcialdent]

BlerdCon 2019: Substantial & Stephanie Gayle w/ DJ AAROCK Concert

@BlerdConDC 2019: @IAMSubstantial & @SapphicSteph w/ DJ AAROCK Concert #Blerdcon #Substantial #StephanieGayle #Music #Hiphop

Substantial & Stephanie Gayle

In a series of performances at BlerdCon, we got the chance to see Substantial perform a set. This was my first introduction to Substantial and I was blown away by the lyricism that he delivered. I’m a Hip-Hop fan and love being introduced to new Hip-Hop I have yet to discover. Substantial gained a new fan that night. Stephanie Gayle and DJ AAROCK were his guests,…

[soulcialdent]

BlerdCon 2019: The Following Panel is Scheduled for One Fall

@BlerdConDC 2019: The Following Panel is Scheduled for One Fall @wrestling_c3 #Blerdcon2019 #C3W #Wrestling #WWE

Panel Presenters

On the last day of BlerdCon we were able to get a seat in a small panel room about African American Wrestlers. The name of the panel was The Following Panel is Scheduled for One Fall and presented by Chris Kazama, Jonny X, Wrestling Enthusiast J.A., G Postal, The Play Maker Tyler Moore and Chris Slade. This panel was about the history of African American Wrestlers in the…

[soulcialdent]

BlerdCon 2019: 3rd Annual Comedy Show

3rd Annual Blerdcon Comedy Show @Blerdcondc #Blerdcon #BlerdCon2019 #Comedy

While at Blerdcon, we attended their 3rd annual Comedy Show.  To be honest, my expectations weren’t very high, and I wasn’t really interested, but thank goodness I didn’t miss out. (more…)

[soulcialdent]

Trash or Lit: Is this Anime Good for you?

Trash or Lit: Is this Anime Good for you? @Afrotakupodcast @blerdcondc #Anime #Blerdcon #blerdcon2019

Is your favorite anime Lit or Trash?  That is the question!  While at Blerdcon, we attended a panel that addressed this very topic. Hosted by: The AfrOtakus. Let’s dive right in.  (more…)