Graphic Design students, comic and Manga enthusiasts enjoyed a Saturday out in Leeds at the annual Thought Bubble Comic Convention on Saturday 14 November.
Thought Bubble is an annual celebration of art in all its forms, but most especially everything from comics to animation and beyond. The festival lasts for a total of eight days with the main exhibitions and Cosplaying taking up the two weekend days.
Cosplay, for those of you who are wondering, is the action of dressing up and pretending to be a fictional character (usually a sci-fi, comic book, or anime character).
Mr Hamilton, one of the art teachers who kindly gave up his Saturday to take the students to the convention, said: “As well as dressing up as their favourite comic characters and joining in the Cosplay, the students were able to watch some of the best international illustrators at work and had lots of opportunities to chat to some of the freelance and independent creators about finding work and self-publishing.
“Loads of comics and posters were purchased and there were plenty of freebies too! A good time was had by all.”
Y12 student Philip Snowden, who is a comic fanatic, said: “It was brilliant! People put loads of effort into their costumes and it was really atmospheric.” Billie Gregory added, “I loved all the free stuff like signed postcards and posters and there was a huge range of comics, costumes and other merchandise too. We had a great day out and will definitely be going again next year. A big thank you to Mr Hamilton and Mr Woodhead for taking us.”