Title: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dodsy on 19 February, 2013, 08:42:24 PM
Post by: Dodsy on 19 February, 2013, 08:42:24 PM
It's starting again. The festivals website and Facebook page has had it's first update of 2013. Tickets, table prices, etc haven't been announced yet but the con itself is on the 23rd & 24th Nov. Also the first load of guests have also be announced, they are:
- Rafael Alburquerque (American Vampire);
- Gabriel Bá (Daytripper, Casanova);
- Andy Belanger (Swamp Thing, Black Church);
- Becky Cloonan (Batman, Wolves, The Mire);
- Ming Doyle (Mara, Jennifer's Body)
- Fábio Moon (Casanova, Daytripper);
- Sean Gordon Murphy (Punk Rock Jesus);
- Ramón Pérez (Wolverine & The X-Men);
- Emma Rios (Captain Marvel, Pretty Deadly);
- Annie Wu (Hawkeye, The Venture Bros)
Not exactly 2000AD related just yet but sure plenty of past and current droids will be there. What's everyone think of the first load of guests?
- Rafael Alburquerque (American Vampire);
- Gabriel Bá (Daytripper, Casanova);
- Andy Belanger (Swamp Thing, Black Church);
- Becky Cloonan (Batman, Wolves, The Mire);
- Ming Doyle (Mara, Jennifer's Body)
- Fábio Moon (Casanova, Daytripper);
- Sean Gordon Murphy (Punk Rock Jesus);
- Ramón Pérez (Wolverine & The X-Men);
- Emma Rios (Captain Marvel, Pretty Deadly);
- Annie Wu (Hawkeye, The Venture Bros)
Not exactly 2000AD related just yet but sure plenty of past and current droids will be there. What's everyone think of the first load of guests?
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: dracula1 on 19 February, 2013, 09:33:29 PM
Post by: dracula1 on 19 February, 2013, 09:33:29 PM
Fantastic, . . . but I'm biased regarding this con as I'm from Leeds :)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: strontium71 on 19 February, 2013, 10:16:56 PM
Post by: strontium71 on 19 February, 2013, 10:16:56 PM
Quote from: dodsy on 19 February, 2013, 08:42:24 PM
It's starting again. The festivals website and Facebook page has had it's first update of 2013. Tickets, table prices, etc haven't been announced yet but the con itself is on the 23rd & 24th Nov. Also the first load of guests have also be announced, they are:
- Rafael Alburquerque (American Vampire);
- Gabriel Bá (Daytripper, Casanova);
- Andy Belanger (Swamp Thing, Black Church);
- Becky Cloonan (Batman, Wolves, The Mire);
- Ming Doyle (Mara, Jennifer's Body)
- Fábio Moon (Casanova, Daytripper);
- Sean Gordon Murphy (Punk Rock Jesus);
- Ramón Pérez (Wolverine & The X-Men);
- Emma Rios (Captain Marvel, Pretty Deadly);
- Annie Wu (Hawkeye, The Venture Bros)
Not exactly 2000AD related just yet but sure plenty of past and current droids will be there. What's everyone think of the first load of guests?
I'm thinking that there's a lot of diacritics there ;)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bat King on 20 February, 2013, 12:16:22 AM
Post by: Bat King on 20 February, 2013, 12:16:22 AM
Quote from: dracula1 on 19 February, 2013, 09:33:29 PM
Fantastic, . . . but I'm biased regarding this con as I'm from Leeds :)
Me too!!!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: dracula1 on 20 February, 2013, 12:51:16 AM
Post by: dracula1 on 20 February, 2013, 12:51:16 AM
Hey up lad :D
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bat King on 20 February, 2013, 02:18:22 PM
Post by: Bat King on 20 February, 2013, 02:18:22 PM
Mate of mine is talking about getting a table to sell back issues of DC & Marvel. Told him I'll help but I will be wandering off a lot... lol
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 20 February, 2013, 03:46:31 PM
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 20 February, 2013, 03:46:31 PM
Quote from: Bat King on 20 February, 2013, 02:18:22 PM
Mate of mine is talking about getting a table to sell back issues of DC & Marvel. Told him I'll help but I will be wandering off a lot... lol
Tell him to draw his own comic and sell it - that's more the spirit o' TB!
The minute tables are up I'm booking the hell out of it - it's the best convention IN THE UNIVERSE!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bat King on 20 February, 2013, 06:29:45 PM
Post by: Bat King on 20 February, 2013, 06:29:45 PM
I know... He was surprised when I told him not many tables do what he intends....
I think he must have thought I kept inviting him to a huge Comic Mart. I think he will be blown over by the talent on show.
I think he must have thought I kept inviting him to a huge Comic Mart. I think he will be blown over by the talent on show.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bolt-01 on 20 February, 2013, 09:55:05 PM
Post by: Bolt-01 on 20 February, 2013, 09:55:05 PM
I'll be there too.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bat King on 21 February, 2013, 10:24:30 AM
Post by: Bat King on 21 February, 2013, 10:24:30 AM
Creative types.
If you send me a pdf of your work I will gladly review it for you. I prefer reading from a paper copy, obviously not asking for free paper copies, they cost you all too much for that. But I am now more comfortable with kindle than I was.
Need to dig out last year's TB purchases because I haven't reviewed all those yet.
I will obviously not share any pdfs sent to me.
If I get enough as well as putting them on my blog I might print out a review booklet to distribute at TB
If you send me a pdf of your work I will gladly review it for you. I prefer reading from a paper copy, obviously not asking for free paper copies, they cost you all too much for that. But I am now more comfortable with kindle than I was.
Need to dig out last year's TB purchases because I haven't reviewed all those yet.
I will obviously not share any pdfs sent to me.
If I get enough as well as putting them on my blog I might print out a review booklet to distribute at TB
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 25 February, 2013, 01:15:05 PM
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 25 February, 2013, 01:15:05 PM
http://thoughtbubblefestival.com/exhibitors/
EXHIBITOR BOOKING NOW OPEN!!!
I couldn't afford it but I DID IT ANYWAY. Hurrah.
EXHIBITOR BOOKING NOW OPEN!!!
I couldn't afford it but I DID IT ANYWAY. Hurrah.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bolt-01 on 25 February, 2013, 01:20:13 PM
Post by: Bolt-01 on 25 February, 2013, 01:20:13 PM
Ha, you beat me to it. I've just booked mine and I need to get the funds away asap.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 25 February, 2013, 03:45:51 PM
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 25 February, 2013, 03:45:51 PM
Blimey - ! It's already sold out in what, three hours?! Madness, and I'm bloody glad I was so ludicrously keen!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Professor Bear on 25 February, 2013, 03:55:04 PM
Post by: Professor Bear on 25 February, 2013, 03:55:04 PM
That is a great list of new wave art-punk talent. I wonder if it was deliberate to get so many non-superhero artists at the show?
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Judo on 25 February, 2013, 04:03:26 PM
Post by: Judo on 25 February, 2013, 04:03:26 PM
I had THE BEST time ever last year so may be persuaded into another trip doon sooth if things are all good amongst the glasvegas contingent :) anyone fae the north thinkin of goin geez a bell. especially if you can drive lol x
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Cpt Rhodes on 25 February, 2013, 08:46:49 PM
Post by: Cpt Rhodes on 25 February, 2013, 08:46:49 PM
I managed to book a table today so I'm looking forward to sharing a beer with a few of the Southern boarders
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Colin YNWA on 26 February, 2013, 08:27:13 AM
Post by: Colin YNWA on 26 February, 2013, 08:27:13 AM
Quote from: Alex on 25 February, 2013, 08:46:49 PM
I managed to book a table today so I'm looking forward to sharing a beer with a few of the Southern boarders
Oh that's very cool. I'll finally get to thank you and shake ya hand.... well assuming I can make it which I do hope to...
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Judo on 26 February, 2013, 11:58:33 PM
Post by: Judo on 26 February, 2013, 11:58:33 PM
Quote from: Alex on 25 February, 2013, 08:46:49 PM
I managed to book a table today so I'm looking forward to sharing a beer with a few of the Southern boarders
alex this isnt con related but would just like to say that a friend showed me your work and even though im not the target market for scantily clad nazi girls I think you're a bit of a digital colouring genius. if you are said target market check out alexs stuff! alex for covers, may many simoleons come your way and take care x
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Graham Pearce on 28 February, 2013, 08:35:21 AM
Post by: Graham Pearce on 28 February, 2013, 08:35:21 AM
Its a good job I had the day off on Monday otherwise I wouldn't have been able to book a table. Selling out 300 tables in 3 hours is crazy!
See you all in November!
Graham
See you all in November!
Graham
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Colin YNWA on 06 March, 2013, 08:00:06 AM
Post by: Colin YNWA on 06 March, 2013, 08:00:06 AM
More guests added and a couple of interesting things to note. Firstly as The Beat notes (http://comicsbeat.com/thought-bubble-2013s-guest-line-up-so-far-10-girls-11-guys/ (http://comicsbeat.com/thought-bubble-2013s-guest-line-up-so-far-10-girls-11-guys/)) the ratio of male to female guests to date is almost 1:1, which is incredibly positive progress.
Second Francesco Francavilla - YAH!
http://thoughtbubblefestival.com/guests/ (http://thoughtbubblefestival.com/guests/)
Second Francesco Francavilla - YAH!
http://thoughtbubblefestival.com/guests/ (http://thoughtbubblefestival.com/guests/)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dodsy on 06 March, 2013, 01:04:27 PM
Post by: Dodsy on 06 March, 2013, 01:04:27 PM
A nice little line-up so far and it's only just starting!
Really happy to see Francesco Francavilla added. I've got Detectice Comics #871 signed by both Scott Snyder and jock, just need him to complet the trinity. Plus a sketch for the sketch book would be great as well.
Really happy to see Francesco Francavilla added. I've got Detectice Comics #871 signed by both Scott Snyder and jock, just need him to complet the trinity. Plus a sketch for the sketch book would be great as well.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: staticgirl on 09 March, 2013, 11:09:15 PM
Post by: staticgirl on 09 March, 2013, 11:09:15 PM
I've been wanting to go to this con ever since it started and I might be able to afford it now so fingers crossed!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: COMMANDO FORCES on 11 March, 2013, 07:22:43 PM
Post by: COMMANDO FORCES on 11 March, 2013, 07:22:43 PM
A few more guests announced
Jeffrey Brown (Vader and Son)
Simon Davis (Sinister Dexter)
Andy Diggle (Action Comics)
Duncan Fegredo (Hellboy)
Mariah Huehner (Tru Blood)
Jock (Snapshot)
Ethan Nicolle (Axe Cop)
Sean Phillips (Fatale)
Cameron Stewart (Batman & Robin)
Andrew Wildman (Transformers)
Jeffrey Brown (Vader and Son)
Simon Davis (Sinister Dexter)
Andy Diggle (Action Comics)
Duncan Fegredo (Hellboy)
Mariah Huehner (Tru Blood)
Jock (Snapshot)
Ethan Nicolle (Axe Cop)
Sean Phillips (Fatale)
Cameron Stewart (Batman & Robin)
Andrew Wildman (Transformers)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: strontium71 on 11 March, 2013, 07:32:15 PM
Post by: strontium71 on 11 March, 2013, 07:32:15 PM
Quote from: staticgirl on 09 March, 2013, 11:09:15 PM
I've been wanting to go to this con ever since it started and I might be able to afford it now so fingers crossed!
Same here :)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dodsy on 01 July, 2013, 12:43:53 PM
Post by: Dodsy on 01 July, 2013, 12:43:53 PM
OK need a little help here. Can anyone suggest any cheap hotels with free parking near Thought Bubble?
We usually stay with friends but that isn't an option this year so were looking to get something booked sharpish.
Thanks for any suggestions.
We usually stay with friends but that isn't an option this year so were looking to get something booked sharpish.
Thanks for any suggestions.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bolt-01 on 01 July, 2013, 01:01:05 PM
Post by: Bolt-01 on 01 July, 2013, 01:01:05 PM
Dodsy, the holiday in Express is next door to the gig, and the car park on the other side of the venue does a full weekend parking ticket for £15.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dodsy on 01 July, 2013, 08:27:12 PM
Post by: Dodsy on 01 July, 2013, 08:27:12 PM
Cheers Bolt, will hav a look into it :)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bat King on 01 July, 2013, 08:54:16 PM
Post by: Bat King on 01 July, 2013, 08:54:16 PM
Really looking forward to this!!! November is still ages away...
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: GordyM on 10 July, 2013, 12:31:10 PM
Post by: GordyM on 10 July, 2013, 12:31:10 PM
Last year's was great so I'm booking up again. It'll be easier to get around too this year thanks to no insanely massive queue for Charlie Adlard (people were queing up to join the capped 'official' queue - queing to queue!).
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Sideshow Bob on 10 July, 2013, 03:04:43 PM
Post by: Sideshow Bob on 10 July, 2013, 03:04:43 PM
I was at Thoughtbubble last year and was waiting in the relatively small queue for John McCrea ( another of my favourite artists ).....
When John arrived he thought that hardly anyone was waiting for him, as the queue for Charlie Adlard was absolutely massive.....
He was most pleasantly surprised when about 20 folk said they were all waiting for him.....He said " Are you sure you're in the right queue ??"....
An absolutely great bloke, very friendly and extremely 'chatty' and shared a few tales about himself and Garth Ennis....I ended up with a signed copy of the Hitman compendium, and a fabulous sketch of Butcher from The Boys with Terror, which only cost me £20....
Brilliant !!....and will definitely be going this year if I can 'mooch' a room at my brothers' house.... :D
When John arrived he thought that hardly anyone was waiting for him, as the queue for Charlie Adlard was absolutely massive.....
He was most pleasantly surprised when about 20 folk said they were all waiting for him.....He said " Are you sure you're in the right queue ??"....
An absolutely great bloke, very friendly and extremely 'chatty' and shared a few tales about himself and Garth Ennis....I ended up with a signed copy of the Hitman compendium, and a fabulous sketch of Butcher from The Boys with Terror, which only cost me £20....
Brilliant !!....and will definitely be going this year if I can 'mooch' a room at my brothers' house.... :D
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: hippynumber1 on 10 July, 2013, 03:13:41 PM
Post by: hippynumber1 on 10 July, 2013, 03:13:41 PM
While you're there, have a rummage around in the back of his cupboards etc for me, will ye?! :lol:
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Sideshow Bob on 10 July, 2013, 03:26:47 PM
Post by: Sideshow Bob on 10 July, 2013, 03:26:47 PM
Will do Mark... :D
His house is up for sale at the moment, so I'm hoping that once he starts 'packing', he'll find the remaining artwork...
Cheers,
Bob
His house is up for sale at the moment, so I'm hoping that once he starts 'packing', he'll find the remaining artwork...
Cheers,
Bob
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dunk! on 10 July, 2013, 04:38:31 PM
Post by: Dunk! on 10 July, 2013, 04:38:31 PM
Holiday Inn Express all booked.
Looking forward to it.
Chinese anyone?
Dunk!
Looking forward to it.
Chinese anyone?
Dunk!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 10 July, 2013, 08:27:38 PM
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 10 July, 2013, 08:27:38 PM
I'm well up for it this year - we're booked in right near the venue (Ibis Budget) for the first time this year so looking forward to getting stuck in :D
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 17 July, 2013, 03:17:53 PM
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 17 July, 2013, 03:17:53 PM
I just ordered my ticket. Only staying for the 23rd as I don't have the money to go B&B. But i'm really looking forward to meeting some of the chaps for the first time, but a bit nervous also. But really excited to see how conventions benefit the small press (no doub't i'll come back staggering with comics and memorabilia!).
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dandontdare on 17 July, 2013, 03:24:24 PM
Post by: Dandontdare on 17 July, 2013, 03:24:24 PM
must get my ticket booked soon - I'll only be around for the Saturday, as I can get pleasantly sloshed and still get the last train back to Manchster.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: judgerussell on 18 July, 2013, 06:09:13 PM
Post by: judgerussell on 18 July, 2013, 06:09:13 PM
After enjoying my first con at Glasgow, I am very tempted to go to this one.
The guest list looks awesome, but anyone any tips for hotels and travel?
The guest list looks awesome, but anyone any tips for hotels and travel?
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Fatboydale on 18 July, 2013, 09:56:06 PM
Post by: Fatboydale on 18 July, 2013, 09:56:06 PM
Quote from: judgerussell on 18 July, 2013, 06:09:13 PM
After enjoying my first con at Glasgow, I am very tempted to go to this one.
The guest list looks awesome, but anyone any tips for hotels and travel?
cheap and local to the venue ...
http://www.ibis.com/gb/hotel-3652-ibis-leeds-centre/index.shtml (http://www.ibis.com/gb/hotel-3652-ibis-leeds-centre/index.shtml)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dodsy on 23 July, 2013, 01:00:13 PM
Post by: Dodsy on 23 July, 2013, 01:00:13 PM
Looks like they have added a third hall to this year festival:
http://thoughtbubblefestival.wordpress.com/2013/07/23/tbf13-exhibitor-update-third-hall-announcement/ (http://thoughtbubblefestival.wordpress.com/2013/07/23/tbf13-exhibitor-update-third-hall-announcement/)
This years con is shaping it rather nice. Really going to have to get that ticket/ hotel booked.
http://thoughtbubblefestival.wordpress.com/2013/07/23/tbf13-exhibitor-update-third-hall-announcement/ (http://thoughtbubblefestival.wordpress.com/2013/07/23/tbf13-exhibitor-update-third-hall-announcement/)
This years con is shaping it rather nice. Really going to have to get that ticket/ hotel booked.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Andy_Lee on 23 July, 2013, 05:38:13 PM
Post by: Andy_Lee on 23 July, 2013, 05:38:13 PM
Must get my ticket booked as well, just Sunday for me.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bhuna on 24 July, 2013, 05:17:47 PM
Post by: Bhuna on 24 July, 2013, 05:17:47 PM
Quote from: Dandontdare on 17 July, 2013, 03:24:24 PM
must get my ticket booked soon - I'll only be around for the Saturday, as I can get pleasantly sloshed and still get the last train back to Manchster.
That's my plan too. I was pissed as a fart last year after having a good drink with that there Archie Mc!!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: judgerussell on 24 July, 2013, 05:49:25 PM
Post by: judgerussell on 24 July, 2013, 05:49:25 PM
Is the only ibis hotel on Marlborough Street, or is there a closer one to the venue that I am too blind to see??
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Neil McClements on 25 July, 2013, 07:14:47 PM
Post by: Neil McClements on 25 July, 2013, 07:14:47 PM
Quote from: Bhuna on 24 July, 2013, 05:17:47 PMThat's my plan too. I was pissed as a fart last year after having a good drink with that there Archie Mc!!
And I'll be there again this year forcing ya to draw Buck Tucker again after a few (or more) pints. I felt a bit rushed last year after stopping to talk to most tables so it'll be 2 days this time round.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bhuna on 01 August, 2013, 03:26:19 PM
Post by: Bhuna on 01 August, 2013, 03:26:19 PM
Quote from: Archie on 25 July, 2013, 07:14:47 PMQuote from: Bhuna on 24 July, 2013, 05:17:47 PMThat's my plan too. I was pissed as a fart last year after having a good drink with that there Archie Mc!!
And I'll be there again this year forcing ya to draw Buck Tucker again after a few (or more) pints. I felt a bit rushed last year after stopping to talk to most tables so it'll be 2 days this time round.
I'm up for that! :D
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 04 August, 2013, 10:35:55 PM
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 04 August, 2013, 10:35:55 PM
I ordered my ticket on the 17th of July and it's still not turned up in the post. Is this normal chaps or does it arrive after a set date when they are printed? :|
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dodsy on 04 August, 2013, 11:08:00 PM
Post by: Dodsy on 04 August, 2013, 11:08:00 PM
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 04 August, 2013, 10:35:55 PMI think you need to print out your conformation e-mail and exchange it for a wristband on the day of the con. Sure that's what we did last year, can't remember getting a physical ticket at any point.
I ordered my ticket on the 17th of July and it's still not turned up in the post. Is this normal chaps or does it arrive after a set date when they are printed? :|
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Eamonn Clarke on 05 August, 2013, 05:36:08 PM
Post by: Eamonn Clarke on 05 August, 2013, 05:36:08 PM
Quote from: dodsy on 04 August, 2013, 11:08:00 PMYup, that was the drill last year. Just bring your order email and you're in.Quote from: Hawkmonger on 04 August, 2013, 10:35:55 PMI think you need to print out your conformation e-mail and exchange it for a wristband on the day of the con. Sure that's what we did last year, can't remember getting a physical ticket at any point.
I ordered my ticket on the 17th of July and it's still not turned up in the post. Is this normal chaps or does it arrive after a set date when they are printed? :|
If you get there before opening there are two queues. One for prepaid wristbands and the other were peeps waiting to buy on the day tickets. The volunteer stewards had things pretty well organised and once the doors opened we got in very quickly.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 05 August, 2013, 05:40:54 PM
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 05 August, 2013, 05:40:54 PM
Ah! Now colour me silly chaps! Thanks guys. :D
Now i've just got to wait till I can order train tickets now.
Now i've just got to wait till I can order train tickets now.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bat King on 10 August, 2013, 05:54:22 PM
Post by: Bat King on 10 August, 2013, 05:54:22 PM
My mate and I have secured a table! Got off the waiting list in the first tranche.
So I will be there helping him sell stuff.
I will also be showcasing mt own writing. There will be free booklets, a reviews booklet and more grin me!
So I will be there helping him sell stuff.
I will also be showcasing mt own writing. There will be free booklets, a reviews booklet and more grin me!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: IronGraham on 16 August, 2013, 10:22:51 PM
Post by: IronGraham on 16 August, 2013, 10:22:51 PM
really looking forward to this got the tickets when they came on
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bolt-01 on 17 August, 2013, 04:30:31 PM
Post by: Bolt-01 on 17 August, 2013, 04:30:31 PM
The holiday inn express website says they are full for the sat night. I'll be trying the ibis tomorrow
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bat King on 22 August, 2013, 09:14:49 AM
Post by: Bat King on 22 August, 2013, 09:14:49 AM
Talked one chap in to attending last year, he took his son.
This year as well as my mate with whom I am sharing a table I have talked 4 more in to attending. Plus the original Chap n his son are going again. So plus 7 due to me. The more that go the more it can grow.
I ought to be on commission.
Only con I will have done this year. I only started in 2011. First time with a table...
This year as well as my mate with whom I am sharing a table I have talked 4 more in to attending. Plus the original Chap n his son are going again. So plus 7 due to me. The more that go the more it can grow.
I ought to be on commission.
Only con I will have done this year. I only started in 2011. First time with a table...
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bolt-01 on 28 August, 2013, 04:30:07 PM
Post by: Bolt-01 on 28 August, 2013, 04:30:07 PM
And that is me booked in at the Ibis Budget (formerly Etap) for the Sat night.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: IronGraham on 31 August, 2013, 04:59:51 PM
Post by: IronGraham on 31 August, 2013, 04:59:51 PM
I'm sorting out train tickets for the weekend and wondered what time the convention closes on Sunday what time was it last year?
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 31 August, 2013, 09:57:10 PM
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 31 August, 2013, 09:57:10 PM
Five to six - it's normally wound right down by then anyway - !
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: IronGraham on 02 October, 2013, 09:41:04 AM
Post by: IronGraham on 02 October, 2013, 09:41:04 AM
This is my first Thought Bubble do you have any advice for me
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Andy_Lee on 02 October, 2013, 07:03:09 PM
Post by: Andy_Lee on 02 October, 2013, 07:03:09 PM
Quote from: IronGraham on 02 October, 2013, 09:41:04 AM
This is my first Thought Bubble do you have any advice for me
My first time last year, just turn up and talk to people. You'll have a great time I promise. My only problem was not knowing who folk were. I was waffling to someone behind the Image table about how great Prophet is and it turned out to be Giannis Milogiannis.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: COMMANDO FORCES on 02 October, 2013, 07:17:46 PM
Post by: COMMANDO FORCES on 02 October, 2013, 07:17:46 PM
Go to the FutureQuake/Zarjaz table first, introduce yourself, buy their goodies and they'll set you straight.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: IronGraham on 02 October, 2013, 07:51:36 PM
Post by: IronGraham on 02 October, 2013, 07:51:36 PM
Thanks for the advice CF, Andy
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dodsy on 13 October, 2013, 08:22:05 PM
Post by: Dodsy on 13 October, 2013, 08:22:05 PM
Weekend tickets booked! The original plan was to only go on the Saturday this year but a last minute decision made us book weekend tickets instead. Look forward to meeting some more boardies this year.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: El Chivo on 14 October, 2013, 08:20:11 PM
Post by: El Chivo on 14 October, 2013, 08:20:11 PM
Might go for the Saturday, any kind souls offer a tiny corner of their tables for a few 'El Bigote's ?
Worth a pint or two for yer troubles ;)
Cheers
Chi
Worth a pint or two for yer troubles ;)
Cheers
Chi
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bolt-01 on 14 October, 2013, 10:20:50 PM
Post by: Bolt-01 on 14 October, 2013, 10:20:50 PM
Drop them at the zarjaz table, you know they will fit right in.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: El Chivo on 14 October, 2013, 10:40:10 PM
Post by: El Chivo on 14 October, 2013, 10:40:10 PM
Cheers Bolt, u're a star!
Chi
Chi
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 15 October, 2013, 12:14:17 AM
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 15 October, 2013, 12:14:17 AM
If there's no room at the Zarjaz stable I'll take a few and convolute my already fairly unfocussed stock :D Will be good to meet you sir!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: El Chivo on 15 October, 2013, 07:22:01 AM
Post by: El Chivo on 15 October, 2013, 07:22:01 AM
Thanks CFM, likewise! :D
Cheers
Chi
Cheers
Chi
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dunk! on 15 October, 2013, 09:30:25 AM
Post by: Dunk! on 15 October, 2013, 09:30:25 AM
El Bigotes to buy! Fantastic news.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 15 October, 2013, 10:28:10 AM
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 15 October, 2013, 10:28:10 AM
Really looking forward to meeting fellow boarders and buying some of your fruits of love. El Bigote and PJoaTT really get my interest. Add Zarjaz to that and im sure it will all be money well spent.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bhuna on 17 October, 2013, 02:29:51 PM
Post by: Bhuna on 17 October, 2013, 02:29:51 PM
Saturday tickets bought! Who's up for a beer Saturday afternoon then?? :P
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 17 October, 2013, 03:07:40 PM
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 17 October, 2013, 03:07:40 PM
I sure am. Thinking about it, i'll be completely clueless as to who anyone is! I've only seen a handful of faces of any member here.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: SuperSurfer on 17 October, 2013, 03:18:40 PM
Post by: SuperSurfer on 17 October, 2013, 03:18:40 PM
Quote from: Hawkmonger on 17 October, 2013, 03:07:40 PMShould be compulsory for new boarders to check in here:
I sure am. Thinking about it, i'll be completely clueless as to who anyone is! I've only seen a handful of faces of any member here.
THE NEW 'WHAT DO YOU LOOK LIKE?' THREAD
http://forums.2000adonline.com/index.php/topic,28177.0.html
Some broken links but always worth a visit for a laugh at some of these people's mugs.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 17 October, 2013, 03:53:19 PM
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 17 October, 2013, 03:53:19 PM
Nice one SS! Now just to contract a Freelancer......
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: GordyM on 30 October, 2013, 11:45:32 AM
Post by: GordyM on 30 October, 2013, 11:45:32 AM
After being stuck behind a table most of last year's event it's going to be a relief just to be walking the floor this year. Wonder who's going to replace Charlie Adlard as this year's recipient of the 'Christ Almighty How Many F*****s Are In That Queue?!?!' award?
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: antodonnell on 03 November, 2013, 10:14:01 PM
Post by: antodonnell on 03 November, 2013, 10:14:01 PM
I've been trying to book a pass for Saturday but it keeps coming up as :
"We are sorry. We are experiencing technical difficulties while attempting to reserve your tickets."
:/ Forces don't want me going ....
"We are sorry. We are experiencing technical difficulties while attempting to reserve your tickets."
:/ Forces don't want me going ....
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: COMMANDO FORCES on 14 November, 2013, 04:57:15 PM
Post by: COMMANDO FORCES on 14 November, 2013, 04:57:15 PM
My Anthology Mag arrived today and the Dredd/Elephantman strip is brilliant. As always with Boo, stunning art, plus a witty script by Richard Starkings. The only niggle I have, it should fill the mag, as I want to see more ;)
One last thing, well done on the homage that will bring a smile to all the Dredd fans :thumbsup:
One last thing, well done on the homage that will bring a smile to all the Dredd fans :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bolt-01 on 16 November, 2013, 11:07:21 AM
Post by: Bolt-01 on 16 November, 2013, 11:07:21 AM
Only a week to go, people. As well as the awesome stuff above I will also have copies of El Bigote for sale for a mere £2.00 a copy (and a total shame that ElChivo can't make it, wanted to get me a sketch of the undead quillslinger!)
As well as a very limited number of copies of the Ketsueki GN that His Lordship RAC wrote (Those little beauties are going for a mere £5.00 each)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: IronGraham on 16 November, 2013, 11:13:30 AM
Post by: IronGraham on 16 November, 2013, 11:13:30 AM
Hope to get thoes
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 16 November, 2013, 11:15:33 AM
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 16 November, 2013, 11:15:33 AM
You'll make me a broke man by this time next week! :lol:
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Colin YNWA on 16 November, 2013, 11:55:19 AM
Post by: Colin YNWA on 16 November, 2013, 11:55:19 AM
An ever shifting house move has now landed on Wednesday... It'll be apps to retain my pass for this now, I might still try but I'm not holding out too much hope. So disappointed, well clearly finally moving house is compensation! Have been really looking forward to the host of fun and catching up with a few of you fine folk... Still lets see where we are Thursday and live in hope I can fit it all in... You never know...
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bhuna on 17 November, 2013, 07:51:06 PM
Post by: Bhuna on 17 November, 2013, 07:51:06 PM
I have a spare ticket if anyone's interested.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 17 November, 2013, 08:16:31 PM
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 17 November, 2013, 08:16:31 PM
I might nit be able to make it after all. A change in schedule has brought my aunts wedding a week forward, and its on the 23rd. This is awfully late notice for me as i've shelled out money for a suit for the wedding and saved for TB. I dunno what to do. :-\
Title: Re: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Richmond Clements on 17 November, 2013, 08:46:16 PM
Post by: Richmond Clements on 17 November, 2013, 08:46:16 PM
So it turns out I will not be able to attend.
This means my room'a up for grabs to anyone who needs it.
It's a bed in a twin sharing with a nice normal chap - £96 for fri-sun night. Let me know if you're interested!
This means my room'a up for grabs to anyone who needs it.
It's a bed in a twin sharing with a nice normal chap - £96 for fri-sun night. Let me know if you're interested!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 17 November, 2013, 08:54:04 PM
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 17 November, 2013, 08:54:04 PM
:O That's a big blow Richmond hope everything's alright!
Title: Re: Re: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Richmond Clements on 17 November, 2013, 09:30:11 PM
Post by: Richmond Clements on 17 November, 2013, 09:30:11 PM
Cheers man - just some real life stuff...
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Colin YNWA on 17 November, 2013, 09:40:06 PM
Post by: Colin YNWA on 17 November, 2013, 09:40:06 PM
Wow harsh that so many can't make it now. Hope all turns out for you Richmond.
On the other hand I have my pass confirmed still. I'll be leaving it until the last moment (well Thursday) to make sure the house is in order(ish) before making a decision but my wife is cool with it. In fact after the various bits of hassle of the last few weeks she's good. The in-laws are coming to see the house, was that the end of my hopes. nope they're cover for my absence.
I'm a lucky man!
On the other hand I have my pass confirmed still. I'll be leaving it until the last moment (well Thursday) to make sure the house is in order(ish) before making a decision but my wife is cool with it. In fact after the various bits of hassle of the last few weeks she's good. The in-laws are coming to see the house, was that the end of my hopes. nope they're cover for my absence.
I'm a lucky man!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: dracula1 on 18 November, 2013, 02:15:15 AM
Post by: dracula1 on 18 November, 2013, 02:15:15 AM
There's only one Con and that's the Bubble. Hope to bump into you lovely lot on the Sunday afternoon :-)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: COMMANDO FORCES on 18 November, 2013, 02:56:28 AM
Post by: COMMANDO FORCES on 18 November, 2013, 02:56:28 AM
They're all going to Brum to touch the Lawmaster and then get arrested by the Judges ;)
Title: Re: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Lady Festina on 18 November, 2013, 12:28:32 PM
Post by: Lady Festina on 18 November, 2013, 12:28:32 PM
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 17 November, 2013, 08:46:16 PM
So it turns out I will not be able to attend.
NOOoooooo! Who's going to be in charge of Shouting and Belligerence? Who's going to wear the white suit? Who's going to dance with me?
Anyway, an update from Uncle Fester and I. We've both been a bit quiet on the ole Forum lately - sorry - pressures and deadlines, pressures and deadlines. The upshot of those, however, is that we'll have new comics for sale at the Disconnected Press table (New Dock Hall, left hand wall, table 7) including:
- Do Aliens Play Basketball? - written by me, this comic explores the mysteries of space and science and will make grown men cry. Good for fans of Prof Brian Cox. General lack of violence, although it does feature the end of the universe....
- Sentient Zombie Space Pigs. No description needed. Art by Uncle Fester. Words by me. Only costs £1. How could you resist! (Not technically new at TB, but worth mentioning because we love it!)
- Disconnected anthologies - still a few copies of 2 and lots of our new vol 3 for sale. Weird and wonderful stories set in small towns. Lush. Vol 3 features cover art by occasional Forumite Kev Levell.
It's also launch weekend for Pirates of the Lost World - technically available from the Markosia table, just along from us, this is Uncle Fester's second graphic novel and is neatly summed up thus: Pirates Versus Dinosaurs.
Come and find us - think of us as your second home after the Zarjaz table...
Lizzie
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dandontdare on 18 November, 2013, 12:29:52 PM
Post by: Dandontdare on 18 November, 2013, 12:29:52 PM
would people I know stop keep publishing stuff? This is going to be an expensive Thought Bubble!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bolt-01 on 18 November, 2013, 12:51:11 PM
Post by: Bolt-01 on 18 November, 2013, 12:51:11 PM
Liz- very glad to hear you'll have copies of Pirates! Will you make sure one is saved for me :)
Now, as His Lordship is spending time dealing with other matters, I'll be hoping to pressgang a couple of folk into keeping an eye on the table for ten minutes for me over the weekend.
I'll also have a spare exhibitor pass for the weekend as well...
Now, as His Lordship is spending time dealing with other matters, I'll be hoping to pressgang a couple of folk into keeping an eye on the table for ten minutes for me over the weekend.
I'll also have a spare exhibitor pass for the weekend as well...
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dunk! on 18 November, 2013, 03:21:06 PM
Post by: Dunk! on 18 November, 2013, 03:21:06 PM
I'll happily do a few minutes behind the table for you Bolt.
Glaring at folks in a friendly "buy this stuff NOW!" way.
Dunk!
Glaring at folks in a friendly "buy this stuff NOW!" way.
Dunk!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: bluemeanie on 18 November, 2013, 04:25:26 PM
Post by: bluemeanie on 18 November, 2013, 04:25:26 PM
So basically you need a substitute grumpy bearded fucker who can scowl at people from behind a desk?
Count me in.
Not wearing the shirt though. Wasps you know.
anyway, I'll mail you my mobile number. Feel free to shout whenever or even put me down for an extended stint as and when.
Count me in.
Not wearing the shirt though. Wasps you know.
anyway, I'll mail you my mobile number. Feel free to shout whenever or even put me down for an extended stint as and when.
Title: Re: Re: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Richmond Clements on 18 November, 2013, 04:31:51 PM
Post by: Richmond Clements on 18 November, 2013, 04:31:51 PM
Quote from: bluemeanie on 18 November, 2013, 04:25:26 PM
So basically you need a substitute grumpy bearded fucker who can scowl at people from behind a desk?
Count me in.
Not wearing the shirt though. Wasps you know.
anyway, I'll mail you my mobile number. Feel free to shout whenever or even put me down for an extended stint as and when.
You'll need a kilt too, obviously...
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: stacey on 18 November, 2013, 04:37:17 PM
Post by: stacey on 18 November, 2013, 04:37:17 PM
I'll do a stint for you gorgeous boy...well yer nah, unless having a girl there will frighten the punters off...mind Richmond is usually more skirty/floral than me...but I don't have the beard. You got me number though dude. And I'm looking forward to seeing yer face
Richmond, I hope the reason you're not coming isn't just cos there's not a park near by for your shennigans! Hugs duder xx
Richmond, I hope the reason you're not coming isn't just cos there's not a park near by for your shennigans! Hugs duder xx
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bhuna on 19 November, 2013, 04:16:34 PM
Post by: Bhuna on 19 November, 2013, 04:16:34 PM
Did I mention that I've got a spare ticket for Saturday??
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dodsy on 19 November, 2013, 08:12:10 PM
Post by: Dodsy on 19 November, 2013, 08:12:10 PM
Does anyone know what time the convention opens on Saturday? I think it's 10 but I'm not 100% sure on that.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dunk! on 19 November, 2013, 08:44:54 PM
Post by: Dunk! on 19 November, 2013, 08:44:54 PM
Right, devoid of Richmond, who's around on the Friday for a pre-con pint.
CFM, I'm looking at you.
Dunk!
CFM, I'm looking at you.
Dunk!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bhuna on 19 November, 2013, 09:12:48 PM
Post by: Bhuna on 19 November, 2013, 09:12:48 PM
I'm up for a beer Saturday afternoon Dunk.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 19 November, 2013, 10:27:02 PM
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 19 November, 2013, 10:27:02 PM
We're setting off from Cheltenham by car around 3 - I'll keep you posted it depends when we get in! Most likely yes though!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bat King on 19 November, 2013, 10:40:07 PM
Post by: Bat King on 19 November, 2013, 10:40:07 PM
Quote from: dodsy on 19 November, 2013, 08:12:10 PM
Does anyone know what time the convention opens on Saturday? I think it's 10 but I'm not 100% sure on that.
10am is the time indeed!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dunk! on 19 November, 2013, 11:39:54 PM
Post by: Dunk! on 19 November, 2013, 11:39:54 PM
Saturday afternoon beers is a given.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bolt-01 on 20 November, 2013, 12:49:55 PM
Post by: Bolt-01 on 20 November, 2013, 12:49:55 PM
Unless you are behind a table flogging comics...
We need to think about Sat night. Are we going to see if we can watch Dr Who as a group or meet up for beer & Chinese after?
We need to think about Sat night. Are we going to see if we can watch Dr Who as a group or meet up for beer & Chinese after?
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 20 November, 2013, 12:53:25 PM
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 20 November, 2013, 12:53:25 PM
Well I was going to sneak off with Geoffery and watch it at the hotel - saves the faff and people talking over it. So ciders after (and during as I'll be smuggling some up) - but yes afternoon social beers will have to be behind tables!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Ghastly McNasty on 20 November, 2013, 01:41:17 PM
Post by: Ghastly McNasty on 20 November, 2013, 01:41:17 PM
I'm up for all the beers and all the given times :sick:
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bat King on 21 November, 2013, 01:26:44 AM
Post by: Bat King on 21 November, 2013, 01:26:44 AM
I'm off to Doctor Who at the Vue in Kirkstall at 21:00. If anyone wants to go and can get a ticket I will most gladly be local guide and get you there. I'm having pizza with a mate near the Armouries before going and will be setting off from the Bus Station (not sure exactly what time yet).
I'll be at Table 1 (that table is under the name of Tower Games) in Allied London Hall, or if not there you can certainly get messages to me. I'll be dressed in Chanmail wearing a silver demon mask... There will be a NYPD Detective at the table most of the time & a chap not in cosplay they'll be able to get hold of me if I'mnot around. You might also find a couple of pirates at our table... though they ought to be mingling...
I'll be at Table 1 (that table is under the name of Tower Games) in Allied London Hall, or if not there you can certainly get messages to me. I'll be dressed in Chanmail wearing a silver demon mask... There will be a NYPD Detective at the table most of the time & a chap not in cosplay they'll be able to get hold of me if I'mnot around. You might also find a couple of pirates at our table... though they ought to be mingling...
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bat King on 21 November, 2013, 02:55:54 AM
Post by: Bat King on 21 November, 2013, 02:55:54 AM
Sorry about double posting...
I've just published a Reviews Booklet of some of the items that you should find at Thought Bubble. Works by several of the Forum's members are included in the document. It includes details of where to find everything I review by table number & Hall.
You can download it from this article. http://judgetutorsemple.wordpress.com/2013/11/21/thought-bubble-comic-convention-royal-armouries-leeds-23rd-24th-november/
I will have some with me but feel free to download the booklet, feel free to share it around.
If anyone finds out someone came to your table with a copy of the booklet in hand I'd be delighted to hear!
I've just published a Reviews Booklet of some of the items that you should find at Thought Bubble. Works by several of the Forum's members are included in the document. It includes details of where to find everything I review by table number & Hall.
You can download it from this article. http://judgetutorsemple.wordpress.com/2013/11/21/thought-bubble-comic-convention-royal-armouries-leeds-23rd-24th-november/
I will have some with me but feel free to download the booklet, feel free to share it around.
If anyone finds out someone came to your table with a copy of the booklet in hand I'd be delighted to hear!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: COMMANDO FORCES on 21 November, 2013, 07:52:14 AM
Post by: COMMANDO FORCES on 21 November, 2013, 07:52:14 AM
Important information incoming!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bolt-01 on 21 November, 2013, 02:24:53 PM
Post by: Bolt-01 on 21 November, 2013, 02:24:53 PM
STOP PRESS! This just in!
Due to taking evasive action from a Zragian pirate fleet, Team FQP/Zarjaz will be moving to table 11 in the Royal Armories Hall. Same room, different table!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Cpt Rhodes on 21 November, 2013, 02:56:43 PM
Post by: Cpt Rhodes on 21 November, 2013, 02:56:43 PM
I'll be at table 50 in the New Dock hall with Vampire Vixens of the Wehrmacht. Stop by and by and (possibly) be offended by my wares :)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bat King on 21 November, 2013, 08:50:54 PM
Post by: Bat King on 21 November, 2013, 08:50:54 PM
I included Vampire Vixens in my review booklet, Alex! (http://judgetutorsemple.wordpress.com/2013/11/21/thought-bubble-comic-convention-royal-armouries-leeds-23rd-24th-november/ plug plug ;) )
Will be popping to table 50 for a copy PLUS asking you to autograph 2 of my review Booklets!
One copy for me & one to give away as a competition prize later.
Will be popping to table 50 for a copy PLUS asking you to autograph 2 of my review Booklets!
One copy for me & one to give away as a competition prize later.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: antodonnell on 21 November, 2013, 10:20:44 PM
Post by: antodonnell on 21 November, 2013, 10:20:44 PM
QuoteStop by and by and (possibly) be offended by my wares :)
Wares may be purchased if you have them I was going to order online but may as well pick them up in person.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bat King on 21 November, 2013, 10:51:56 PM
Post by: Bat King on 21 November, 2013, 10:51:56 PM
Quote from: Bolt-01 on 21 November, 2013, 02:24:53 PM
STOP PRESS! This just in!
Due to taking evasive action from a Zragian pirate fleet, Team FQP/Zarjaz will be moving to table 11 in the Royal Armories Hall. Same room, different table!
Updated my Review Booklet to include the change...
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Judge Nutmeg on 22 November, 2013, 12:04:02 AM
Post by: Judge Nutmeg on 22 November, 2013, 12:04:02 AM
if anyone sees a tall fat man in a black suit jacket and a pieces t-shirt say hello to me ;)
Title: Re: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Richmond Clements on 22 November, 2013, 08:27:13 AM
Post by: Richmond Clements on 22 November, 2013, 08:27:13 AM
Quote from: Judge Nutmeg on 22 November, 2013, 12:04:02 AM
if anyone sees a tall fat man in a black suit jacket and a pieces t-shirt say hello to me ;)
I think you'll need a narrower description than that...
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Cpt Rhodes on 22 November, 2013, 09:07:11 AM
Post by: Cpt Rhodes on 22 November, 2013, 09:07:11 AM
Quote from: antodonnell on 21 November, 2013, 10:20:44 PMQuoteStop by and by and (possibly) be offended by my wares :)
Wares may be purchased if you have them I was going to order online but may as well pick them up in person.
I'm taking 50 copies down with me and that's the last of the print run, no more planned and only digital copies available online. Get over early if you'd like a copy, (just in case) :)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Proudhuff on 22 November, 2013, 09:40:57 AM
Post by: Proudhuff on 22 November, 2013, 09:40:57 AM
Quote from: Bat King on 21 November, 2013, 08:50:54 PM
I included Vampire Vixens in my review booklet, Alex! (http://judgetutorsemple.wordpress.com/2013/11/21/thought-bubble-comic-convention-royal-armouries-leeds-23rd-24th-november/ plug plug ;) )
Will be popping to table 50 for a copy PLUS asking you to autograph 2 of my review Booklets!
One copy for me & one to give away as a competition prize later.
strangely I always read your banner as Tenpole Tudor :-[
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dunk! on 22 November, 2013, 09:44:11 AM
Post by: Dunk! on 22 November, 2013, 09:44:11 AM
All work done to show to Editor Bolt01 (though An Adventure in Space and Time being so good meant I got less done last night) and I'm on a midday train to Leeds.
If any boarders are around this evening for a pint give me a shout via a pm here or find me on Twitter @DuncanNimmo
Otherwise I'll spend the evening in my hotel playing "This is not my usual bedroom"
Hope to see loads of folks tomorrow.
Dunk!
If any boarders are around this evening for a pint give me a shout via a pm here or find me on Twitter @DuncanNimmo
Otherwise I'll spend the evening in my hotel playing "This is not my usual bedroom"
Hope to see loads of folks tomorrow.
Dunk!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bolt-01 on 22 November, 2013, 10:04:59 AM
Post by: Bolt-01 on 22 November, 2013, 10:04:59 AM
and I'm sat at work wishing it was tomorrow...
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Steven Sterlacchini on 22 November, 2013, 10:20:02 AM
Post by: Steven Sterlacchini on 22 November, 2013, 10:20:02 AM
See you tomorrow. Though I'll probably be dressed as a Biker Scout, or a Blake 7 baddy, or even Boba Fett. So not really the best way to stop for a chat.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dodsy on 22 November, 2013, 12:36:59 PM
Post by: Dodsy on 22 November, 2013, 12:36:59 PM
Is it Saturday yet?
Seriously can't wait much longer!
Seriously can't wait much longer!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 22 November, 2013, 05:28:50 PM
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 22 November, 2013, 05:28:50 PM
I'm truly sorry that once again I'm missing out on meeting you lovely gents. Hopefully next year will be more fortunate, or iff I decide to go to another con i'll be able to make your acquaintances sooner. I hope you all enjoy yourselves immensely as it looks like a right fine collective of talents.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bat King on 23 November, 2013, 12:22:18 AM
Post by: Bat King on 23 November, 2013, 12:22:18 AM
Thought Bubble is right on my patch so I plan to be there every year rain or shine.
:)
:)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: COMMANDO FORCES on 23 November, 2013, 06:19:56 AM
Post by: COMMANDO FORCES on 23 November, 2013, 06:19:56 AM
Have fun you lot, I'll fly the 2000 AD flag at the NEC in a couple of hours, as the Judges bust some heads :lol:
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 23 November, 2013, 07:06:49 AM
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 23 November, 2013, 07:06:49 AM
Ah Burdis we'll miss your head-cracking ways at TB this year - !
Got in around nine, had a little time to socialise with Dunk & Ghastly McNasty and did a bit of droidspotting at the Marriott. Although tiredness and poverty took over and me and Geoffery absconded back to the Ibis budget fairly sharpish. We're in a corridor full of comic folk so all was quite civilised and the normal "orc horde in Moria" hotel corridor gabble that normally wakes you up at three didn't occur. Up dead early for set-up and brek -
The con is much expanded this year with a new hall and a newly (?specially) built Thought Bubble cafe/bar next to the New Dock. Pretty smashing really - update later with occurrences but it promises to be quite the thing.
Got in around nine, had a little time to socialise with Dunk & Ghastly McNasty and did a bit of droidspotting at the Marriott. Although tiredness and poverty took over and me and Geoffery absconded back to the Ibis budget fairly sharpish. We're in a corridor full of comic folk so all was quite civilised and the normal "orc horde in Moria" hotel corridor gabble that normally wakes you up at three didn't occur. Up dead early for set-up and brek -
The con is much expanded this year with a new hall and a newly (?specially) built Thought Bubble cafe/bar next to the New Dock. Pretty smashing really - update later with occurrences but it promises to be quite the thing.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: IronGraham on 23 November, 2013, 08:02:14 AM
Post by: IronGraham on 23 November, 2013, 08:02:14 AM
On train now :D
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bhuna on 23 November, 2013, 08:24:37 AM
Post by: Bhuna on 23 November, 2013, 08:24:37 AM
Just setting off!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Colin YNWA on 23 November, 2013, 08:34:53 AM
Post by: Colin YNWA on 23 November, 2013, 08:34:53 AM
Much to my surprise sat in Sheffield train station waiting to get my train up. Alas my Tharg sketch book still languishs in one of numerous boxes in my new home unfound despite great effort last night. Still small beans when I think about the fact I'm actually going to make it!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: antodonnell on 23 November, 2013, 08:35:06 AM
Post by: antodonnell on 23 November, 2013, 08:35:06 AM
Just waiting on the train. Given no problems should be at TB by 10.30 ..... Appendages crossed,
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dodsy on 23 November, 2013, 08:40:13 AM
Post by: Dodsy on 23 November, 2013, 08:40:13 AM
On the way there now, shall be I Leeds in about an hour! :)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Eamonn Clarke on 23 November, 2013, 08:41:29 AM
Post by: Eamonn Clarke on 23 November, 2013, 08:41:29 AM
On the train from Peterborough
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Old Tankie on 23 November, 2013, 03:40:53 PM
Post by: Old Tankie on 23 November, 2013, 03:40:53 PM
Just heard from the lad, he's just finished sketching and he's now off to explore the Con. He says it's huge!!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 23 November, 2013, 05:49:26 PM
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 23 November, 2013, 05:49:26 PM
Did anyone get a picture of the HONDO CITY JUDGE?!
I saw him out of the corner of my eye and nearly exploded. I'm desperate to see him in detail but every time I left my table to hunt for him I couldn't see him!
Great day, my third Thought Bubble and the biggest ever. Hundreds of folk!
I saw him out of the corner of my eye and nearly exploded. I'm desperate to see him in detail but every time I left my table to hunt for him I couldn't see him!
Great day, my third Thought Bubble and the biggest ever. Hundreds of folk!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Darren Stephens on 23 November, 2013, 05:58:03 PM
Post by: Darren Stephens on 23 November, 2013, 05:58:03 PM
Just seen a photo of him on Twitter, tweeted by the fine droids at the 2000AD nerve centre, Owen! Awesome costume! :D
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: The Legendary Shark on 23 November, 2013, 07:06:47 PM
Post by: The Legendary Shark on 23 November, 2013, 07:06:47 PM
Right - I've finally arrived!
.
Wtf is everybody?
.
Wtf is everybody?
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Steve Green on 23 November, 2013, 08:21:30 PM
Post by: Steve Green on 23 November, 2013, 08:21:30 PM
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Colin YNWA on 23 November, 2013, 09:39:43 PM
Post by: Colin YNWA on 23 November, 2013, 09:39:43 PM
Just on the train home after a glorious day in Leeds. Must have talked to 5 droids after speaking to whom I thought, well they are the nicest person in comics! There can of course be no doubt who the nicest folk on the Internet are, and thats the good people of our own forum. Had so many great chats with so many good board members. A delight all round and thats not just the beer (though why you can't get a dark rum for love nor money around the con escapes me) talking... love you all man... no really... no I mean it... was Doctor Who any good?
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: COMMANDO FORCES on 23 November, 2013, 11:34:02 PM
Post by: COMMANDO FORCES on 23 November, 2013, 11:34:02 PM
I've just left the Hondo Judge in the bar at the Premier Inn at the NEC. Yes folks, he's over here for tomorrow, so if you missed him, you won't see him again this weekend in Leeds.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Eamonn Clarke on 24 November, 2013, 11:12:31 AM
Post by: Eamonn Clarke on 24 November, 2013, 11:12:31 AM
Megazine #340 Dredd sequel cover signed by Henry Flint at TB
Another 100% Help for Heroes charity auction on eBay so dig deep.
Thanks
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/231102102276
Another 100% Help for Heroes charity auction on eBay so dig deep.
Thanks
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/231102102276
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bat King on 24 November, 2013, 07:24:21 PM
Post by: Bat King on 24 November, 2013, 07:24:21 PM
Great Thought Bubble for me!
Sadly not many photos taken, though I got more than I usually do... (I usually get none). Pathetically I forgot to ask anyone to take a group shot of my group... :(
I got some nice comments about my Judge-Tutor Semple Reviews Booklet. I also got quite a few signatures on one of the Reviews Booklets and will be giving it away in a COMPETITION soon on Judge-Tutor Semple Blog.
I got direct feed back from someone who read, and loved, one of my mini-books I was giving away (The Rift Origins 1 The Monk General) he has the other three but hadn't read them yet & wanted to know if he had the full set. All four mini-books certainly seemed to be picked up well enough... whether they get read or not who knows.
I also met some great folks, new faces and old.
Already looking forward to next year (hopefully Exhibiting) & hoping to add at least another Con (maybe just as a punter - but handing out free stuff)
Sadly not many photos taken, though I got more than I usually do... (I usually get none). Pathetically I forgot to ask anyone to take a group shot of my group... :(
I got some nice comments about my Judge-Tutor Semple Reviews Booklet. I also got quite a few signatures on one of the Reviews Booklets and will be giving it away in a COMPETITION soon on Judge-Tutor Semple Blog.
I got direct feed back from someone who read, and loved, one of my mini-books I was giving away (The Rift Origins 1 The Monk General) he has the other three but hadn't read them yet & wanted to know if he had the full set. All four mini-books certainly seemed to be picked up well enough... whether they get read or not who knows.
I also met some great folks, new faces and old.
Already looking forward to next year (hopefully Exhibiting) & hoping to add at least another Con (maybe just as a punter - but handing out free stuff)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Judge Nutmeg on 24 November, 2013, 09:33:09 PM
Post by: Judge Nutmeg on 24 November, 2013, 09:33:09 PM
Had a good day , got sketches by John Mcrea, Rufus Dayglo, David Lloyd and Jeff Stokely. Bought copies of drokk and vampire vixens.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: pauljholden on 24 November, 2013, 11:59:18 PM
Post by: pauljholden on 24 November, 2013, 11:59:18 PM
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Steve Green on 25 November, 2013, 12:23:15 AM
Post by: Steve Green on 25 November, 2013, 12:23:15 AM
It certainly is!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: shaolin_monkey on 25 November, 2013, 12:41:48 AM
Post by: shaolin_monkey on 25 November, 2013, 12:41:48 AM
He made it himself too!!! Legendary!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Colin YNWA on 25 November, 2013, 06:38:13 AM
Post by: Colin YNWA on 25 November, 2013, 06:38:13 AM
Didn't get quite as many sketches this year but still some nice ones, all be it in a new book as my Book of Tharg was still languishing in a box somewhere post move.
The brilliant Simon Davis did a wonderful Sinister to keep last years Dexter company
Jeff Stokely... well there was only one option for me really
and the ever superb Henry Flint.
The brilliant Simon Davis did a wonderful Sinister to keep last years Dexter company
Jeff Stokely... well there was only one option for me really
and the ever superb Henry Flint.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: IronGraham on 25 November, 2013, 12:54:21 PM
Post by: IronGraham on 25 November, 2013, 12:54:21 PM
nice nemesis will get my sketches up soon
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: IronGraham on 25 November, 2013, 01:07:58 PM
Post by: IronGraham on 25 November, 2013, 01:07:58 PM
Thanks to Colin for the page to use for the Henry Flint Sketch
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: IronGraham on 25 November, 2013, 01:08:37 PM
Post by: IronGraham on 25 November, 2013, 01:08:37 PM
and the rest
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: stacey on 25 November, 2013, 01:15:09 PM
Post by: stacey on 25 November, 2013, 01:15:09 PM
Hey dude it was nice to meet you and your now LEGENDARY Nan! :D
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: IronGraham on 25 November, 2013, 01:20:41 PM
Post by: IronGraham on 25 November, 2013, 01:20:41 PM
No problem Whittle
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bolt-01 on 25 November, 2013, 03:32:24 PM
Post by: Bolt-01 on 25 November, 2013, 03:32:24 PM
Iron Graham, were you the lad with his nan? Ha! Awesome, I didn't realise you were a boarder too!
Lovely to meet you over the weekend, along with those that came along to the Zarjaz/FQP table. We had a very good weekend, and the Sat night Chinese was as good as it ever gets, especially given the standard of the company doing the eating.
Lovely to meet you over the weekend, along with those that came along to the Zarjaz/FQP table. We had a very good weekend, and the Sat night Chinese was as good as it ever gets, especially given the standard of the company doing the eating.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: IronGraham on 25 November, 2013, 03:38:20 PM
Post by: IronGraham on 25 November, 2013, 03:38:20 PM
glad chattin to yah bolt hope to see you at over cons
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: dracula1 on 25 November, 2013, 06:06:53 PM
Post by: dracula1 on 25 November, 2013, 06:06:53 PM
Another awesome Con at the Bubble. Nice to see Dave at the Zarjaz table again (it's becoming part of my regular Leeds convention routine).
Bought lots of Massimo related TPB's from the 2000ad stand to support the cause (keep up the good work people). :D
Bought lots of Massimo related TPB's from the 2000ad stand to support the cause (keep up the good work people). :D
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Montynero on 25 November, 2013, 06:17:01 PM
Post by: Montynero on 25 November, 2013, 06:17:01 PM
Yeah, lovely chatting to you peeps and sorry I missed a few of you too. It's always the way. Picked up Something Wicked and Drokk (the Savage Zenith story is excellent in every department), and bagged a couple of Becky Cloonan comics too. Had a great time on Saturday night at the Corn Exchange and the Marriott. Really enjoyable weekend!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: The Legendary Shark on 25 November, 2013, 07:16:13 PM
Post by: The Legendary Shark on 25 November, 2013, 07:16:13 PM
'Twas a veritable feast for mind, belly and soul! I also learned a little something about anatomy - something I never wanted to learn in the first place but which now seems destined to haunt me forever.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dandontdare on 25 November, 2013, 10:08:16 PM
Post by: Dandontdare on 25 November, 2013, 10:08:16 PM
came home with bagful of goodies, but neglected to pick up Drokk with all my other Zarjaz stuff. Good to say hello to some boarders as always (and for the first time recognised someone from their profile pic - hi Minty - great costume!). Thoughts on my purchases once I've digested 'em
It was fun to bring along a friend who isn't a comic reader but really wanted to check out a con - she had a great time and bought almost as much as me. Sadly, we couldn't stick around for the booze-up afterwards, but got home to in time watch Dr Who.
I thought the costumes weren't as impressive as last year - maybe they were all in brum. Very poor showing from Justice Dept - apart from the Hondo judge (who I missed), the closest I saw was a guy in a smart suit, black stocking mask and judge helmet (Judge Blankface joins the wally squad?)
It was fun to bring along a friend who isn't a comic reader but really wanted to check out a con - she had a great time and bought almost as much as me. Sadly, we couldn't stick around for the booze-up afterwards, but got home to in time watch Dr Who.
I thought the costumes weren't as impressive as last year - maybe they were all in brum. Very poor showing from Justice Dept - apart from the Hondo judge (who I missed), the closest I saw was a guy in a smart suit, black stocking mask and judge helmet (Judge Blankface joins the wally squad?)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Steve Green on 25 November, 2013, 10:50:42 PM
Post by: Steve Green on 25 November, 2013, 10:50:42 PM
I've seen a pic of at least 3 2012 judges plus the Hondo-cit Judges at TB.
People cosplaying do it at their own time and expense, with 2 conventions on the same weekend organising an even spread of people is not easy, and there are a lot of conventions.
Off the top of my head, JB alone has done in the past year -
LSCC, LFCC (Summer), LFFCC (Winter), Sci-fi London Film Festival, MCM Expo Birmingham, MCM London, Eurogamer + assorted smaller events.
plus all the other stuff Judges Pal, Lemmy, Court, Anderson and the rest have done.
So to moan about them not putting in the hours in, is quite frankly a bit much.
People cosplaying do it at their own time and expense, with 2 conventions on the same weekend organising an even spread of people is not easy, and there are a lot of conventions.
Off the top of my head, JB alone has done in the past year -
LSCC, LFCC (Summer), LFFCC (Winter), Sci-fi London Film Festival, MCM Expo Birmingham, MCM London, Eurogamer + assorted smaller events.
plus all the other stuff Judges Pal, Lemmy, Court, Anderson and the rest have done.
So to moan about them not putting in the hours in, is quite frankly a bit much.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dandontdare on 25 November, 2013, 10:54:56 PM
Post by: Dandontdare on 25 November, 2013, 10:54:56 PM
oops, that wasn't meant seriously, guess the (weak) humour didn't come across.
I must've missed all the judges if they were around on Saturday
I must've missed all the judges if they were around on Saturday
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Steve Green on 25 November, 2013, 10:58:56 PM
Post by: Steve Green on 25 November, 2013, 10:58:56 PM
No worries - I'm a bit burnt out by conventions (and other stuff) at the moment, so not in the best of moods.
I just take the photos, so I can only imagine the amount of work these guys put into doing this, and I just want to see them getting some recognition for it.
I just take the photos, so I can only imagine the amount of work these guys put into doing this, and I just want to see them getting some recognition for it.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: smilersaltash on 25 November, 2013, 11:58:30 PM
Post by: smilersaltash on 25 November, 2013, 11:58:30 PM
Attended Thought Bubble for the first time, bit of a long jog up from Cornwall, but well worth it. I missed the Hondo judge, but did see the guy in the suit with the helmet. High points of the weekend was tagging along with John Higgins and friends for Nandos, and Simon Davis painting me a superb Missionary Man sketch. Now trying to work out where to keep the pile of graphic novels I picked up, and justify the excessive amount of cash I went through. Would recommend Vampire Vixens and Pirates of the Lost World, if anyone hasn't tried either, do it asap.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Jimmy Baker's Assistant on 26 November, 2013, 07:38:25 AM
Post by: Jimmy Baker's Assistant on 26 November, 2013, 07:38:25 AM
Quote from: Montynero on 25 November, 2013, 06:17:01 PM
the Savage Zenith story is excellent in every department
Thanks very much! Glad you liked it, Monty :D
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Pete Wells on 26 November, 2013, 07:53:18 AM
Post by: Pete Wells on 26 November, 2013, 07:53:18 AM
Well I had a shit time. Getting pissed with boarders, getting so called sketches like this beauty:
(http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Wellsy/media/image-17.jpg.html)
Bah, bunch of bastards the lot of yer.
(http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Wellsy/media/image-17.jpg.html)Bah, bunch of bastards the lot of yer.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Richmond Clements on 26 November, 2013, 08:38:57 AM
Post by: Richmond Clements on 26 November, 2013, 08:38:57 AM
QuoteWould recommend Vampire Vixens and Pirates of the Lost World, if anyone hasn't tried either, do it asap.
I agree!
(and thanks!)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dunk! on 26 November, 2013, 09:06:47 AM
Post by: Dunk! on 26 November, 2013, 09:06:47 AM
Well I had a blast (though my wallet and liver may disagree)
Met loads of lovely boarders & comic pros + Pete (bastard) Wells and had a grand old time.
I know it sounds so twee to say but such a friendly bunch of folks, and all up for a laugh.
Many geeky fanboy moments I won't go into and a grand old haul of (strangely predominately pirate) comics to digest.
Cheers to those who were there and made it the time it was.
Same place next year folks.
Dunk!
Met loads of lovely boarders & comic pros + Pete (bastard) Wells and had a grand old time.
I know it sounds so twee to say but such a friendly bunch of folks, and all up for a laugh.
Many geeky fanboy moments I won't go into and a grand old haul of (strangely predominately pirate) comics to digest.
Cheers to those who were there and made it the time it was.
Same place next year folks.
Dunk!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Cpt Rhodes on 26 November, 2013, 01:07:33 PM
Post by: Cpt Rhodes on 26 November, 2013, 01:07:33 PM
That was my first time in Leeds and at Thought Bubble. Absolutely loved it.
The only down side was seeing folks very briefly and not getting more time to talk. If I get along next year it'll be as a punter so hopefully I'll get more time to socialise. Pleasure meeting Rich McAuliffe, Pete Doherty, Simon Davis and one of my current favourite Dredd artists, Ben Willsher.
Big thanks to all boarders who came by the table and bought the book. Much appreciated.
The only down side was seeing folks very briefly and not getting more time to talk. If I get along next year it'll be as a punter so hopefully I'll get more time to socialise. Pleasure meeting Rich McAuliffe, Pete Doherty, Simon Davis and one of my current favourite Dredd artists, Ben Willsher.
Big thanks to all boarders who came by the table and bought the book. Much appreciated.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Daveycandlish on 26 November, 2013, 03:23:40 PM
Post by: Daveycandlish on 26 November, 2013, 03:23:40 PM
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 26 November, 2013, 08:38:57 AMQuoteWould recommend Vampire Vixens and Pirates of the Lost World, if anyone hasn't tried either, do it asap.
I agree!
(and thanks!)
Already got me a Vixen, but can I buy Pirates of the Lost World online? I don't get to many Cons :( so someone point me in the right direction
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Jim_Campbell on 26 November, 2013, 03:33:53 PM
Post by: Jim_Campbell on 26 November, 2013, 03:33:53 PM
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 26 November, 2013, 03:23:40 PM
Already got me a Vixen, but can I buy Pirates of the Lost World online? I don't get to many Cons :( so someone point me in the right direction
How about ------>this? (http://www.markosia.com/http:/markosia.com/2013/11/24/hardcover-bonanza/)
Cheers
Jim
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Daveycandlish on 26 November, 2013, 03:41:38 PM
Post by: Daveycandlish on 26 November, 2013, 03:41:38 PM
Quote from: Jim_Campbell on 26 November, 2013, 03:33:53 PM
How about ------>this? (http://www.markosia.com/http:/markosia.com/2013/11/24/hardcover-bonanza/)
Cheers Jim!
... aaaaand ordered. :)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dodsy on 26 November, 2013, 08:43:19 PM
Post by: Dodsy on 26 November, 2013, 08:43:19 PM
Had a great time yet again despite how busy the place was early Saturday. Didn't see half as many boarders as I'd have liked but did manage to grab a ton of books and sketches:
(These are just from the Saturday, more was bought of Sunday lol)
Some of the sketches I got as well:
By Simon Davis
By Henry Flint
By Jon Davis-Hunt
Not strictly 2000AD but a great steam-punk Zatanna by Boo Cook for the wife.
And lastly, my collection of signed Dredd playing cards is coming along nicely
(These are just from the Saturday, more was bought of Sunday lol)
Some of the sketches I got as well:
By Simon Davis
By Henry Flint
By Jon Davis-Hunt
Not strictly 2000AD but a great steam-punk Zatanna by Boo Cook for the wife.
And lastly, my collection of signed Dredd playing cards is coming along nicely
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bat King on 26 November, 2013, 10:37:24 PM
Post by: Bat King on 26 November, 2013, 10:37:24 PM
That Zatanna is excellent!!!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Proudhuff on 27 November, 2013, 10:39:10 AM
Post by: Proudhuff on 27 November, 2013, 10:39:10 AM
'Not strictly 2000AD but a great steam-punk Zatanna by Boo Cook for the wife.'
sounds like a fair exchange :D
sounds like a fair exchange :D
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Richmond Clements on 27 November, 2013, 10:48:33 AM
Post by: Richmond Clements on 27 November, 2013, 10:48:33 AM
Quote from: Daveycandlish on 26 November, 2013, 03:41:38 PMQuote from: Jim_Campbell on 26 November, 2013, 03:33:53 PM
How about ------>this? (http://www.markosia.com/http:/markosia.com/2013/11/24/hardcover-bonanza/)
Cheers Jim!
... aaaaand ordered. :)
woohoo! Thanks!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Proudhuff on 27 November, 2013, 10:49:07 AM
Post by: Proudhuff on 27 November, 2013, 10:49:07 AM
Quote from: Richmond Clements on 26 November, 2013, 08:38:57 AMQuoteWould recommend Vampire Vixens and Pirates of the Lost World, if anyone hasn't tried either, do it asap.
I agree!
(and thanks!)
strange lack of pimping for this:
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dodsy on 27 November, 2013, 12:51:52 PM
Post by: Dodsy on 27 November, 2013, 12:51:52 PM
Quote from: Proudhuff on 27 November, 2013, 10:39:10 AM
'Not strictly 2000AD but a great steam-punk Zatanna by Boo Cook for the wife.'
sounds like a fair exchange :D
I like it lol
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Ancient Otter on 01 December, 2013, 09:50:24 PM
Post by: Ancient Otter on 01 December, 2013, 09:50:24 PM
Quote from: dodsy on 26 November, 2013, 08:43:19 PM
Had a great time yet again despite how busy the place was early Saturday. Didn't see half as many boarders as I'd have liked but did manage to grab a ton of books and sketches:
Dodsy, if you don't mind me asking, what is the Briar book?
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 01 December, 2013, 10:12:40 PM
Post by: CrazyFoxMachine on 01 December, 2013, 10:12:40 PM
http://www.improperbooks.com/
Briar was a free sampler from Improper Books. Their comics are beautiful and they were opposite us!
Briar was a free sampler from Improper Books. Their comics are beautiful and they were opposite us!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bhuna on 02 December, 2013, 01:41:41 PM
Post by: Bhuna on 02 December, 2013, 01:41:41 PM
Picked up Porcelain and Briar. I really, really like what they are doing!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dandontdare on 02 December, 2013, 02:12:16 PM
Post by: Dandontdare on 02 December, 2013, 02:12:16 PM
I bought Porcelain form my LCS based on the free taster they were giving out at last year's TB, and it was a glorious little book. At the time I thought this was rather expensive marketing tool, but it certainly worked in my case. I mentioned this when picking up my Briar freebie this year, and they said they'd got a big euro-distribution deal out of the blue from someone who contacted them after getting the free taster.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dodsy on 03 December, 2013, 12:32:44 PM
Post by: Dodsy on 03 December, 2013, 12:32:44 PM
Quote from: CrazyFoxMachine on 01 December, 2013, 10:12:40 PM
http://www.improperbooks.com/
Briar was a free sampler from Improper Books. Their comics are beautiful and they were opposite us!
Cheers CrazyFox. Someone handed it to the wife at some point and I never saw where it came from. Not had chance to read it yet, does anyone know if it's any good?
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Proudhuff on 03 December, 2013, 12:52:51 PM
Post by: Proudhuff on 03 December, 2013, 12:52:51 PM
I'm disappointed at the sheer lack of drunken pub pics here
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Colin YNWA on 03 December, 2013, 01:15:55 PM
Post by: Colin YNWA on 03 December, 2013, 01:15:55 PM
Quote from: Proudhuff on 03 December, 2013, 12:52:51 PM
I'm disappointed at the sheer lack of drunken pub pics here
There were some taken. I was in them. It was only 7.30ish but being a light weight I was a bit pissed already. I think MsMeanie has them?
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Link Prime on 03 December, 2013, 02:16:19 PM
Post by: Link Prime on 03 December, 2013, 02:16:19 PM
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 03 December, 2013, 01:15:55 PM
It was only 7.30ish but being a light weight I was a bit pissed already.
I thought you were a Scouser?
For shame. For shame.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Colin YNWA on 03 December, 2013, 04:35:25 PM
Post by: Colin YNWA on 03 December, 2013, 04:35:25 PM
Quote from: Link Prime on 03 December, 2013, 02:16:19 PMQuote from: Colin_YNWA on 03 December, 2013, 01:15:55 PM
It was only 7.30ish but being a light weight I was a bit pissed already.
I thought you were a Scouser?
For shame. For shame.
Arh you see I'm a woollyback... and a complete light weight. Now if you'd known me 10 years ago...
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Link Prime on 03 December, 2013, 04:44:51 PM
Post by: Link Prime on 03 December, 2013, 04:44:51 PM
Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 03 December, 2013, 04:35:25 PM
Arh you see I'm a woollyback...
A fukin Wollyback???
Sure even i'd get more respect on Mathew St than you would!
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Colin YNWA on 03 December, 2013, 04:51:16 PM
Post by: Colin YNWA on 03 December, 2013, 04:51:16 PM
Just to be clear I'm an other side of the Mersey woollyback (plastic scouser if you will) rather than one of those Ormskirk, St Helens, Runcorn types... that said it hardly wins awards on Mathew Street or anywhere else in town for that matter.
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Link Prime on 03 December, 2013, 05:06:49 PM
Post by: Link Prime on 03 December, 2013, 05:06:49 PM
Calm Down
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Proudhuff on 11 December, 2013, 04:30:34 PM
Post by: Proudhuff on 11 December, 2013, 04:30:34 PM
and still no pub photos, what were you all up to?
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bolt-01 on 11 December, 2013, 05:06:49 PM
Post by: Bolt-01 on 11 December, 2013, 05:06:49 PM
Drinking...
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 11 December, 2013, 05:16:32 PM
Post by: Hawkmumbler on 11 December, 2013, 05:16:32 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxvDCx-ILhk
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Dunk! on 12 December, 2013, 08:53:33 AM
Post by: Dunk! on 12 December, 2013, 08:53:33 AM
Quote from: Proudhuff on 11 December, 2013, 04:30:34 PM
and still no pub photos
Well this is the table at the bar of the Holiday Inn Express at The Armouries Leeds at 5pm on the Sat of Thought Bubble. That count?
(http://s739.photobucket.com/user/Dunk_Nimmo/media/TB_photo01.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Bhuna on 12 December, 2013, 05:06:15 PM
Post by: Bhuna on 12 December, 2013, 05:06:15 PM
I think me and Archie and a mate were sat on the table near you towards the back wall. A proper Saturday drinking session needs to be arrange next year! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Thought Bubble 2013 - 17th - 24th November 2013
Post by: Proudhuff on 13 December, 2013, 09:15:59 AM
Post by: Proudhuff on 13 December, 2013, 09:15:59 AM
Quote from: Dunk! on 12 December, 2013, 08:53:33 AMQuote from: Proudhuff on 11 December, 2013, 04:30:34 PM
and still no pub photos
Well this is the table at the bar of the Holiday Inn Express at The Armouries Leeds at 5pm on the Sat of Thought Bubble. That count?
so that's yours what about the rest of em? ;)