Julie Barrett
Julie Barrett is a writer, photographer, and maker of interesting things from Plano, TX. She is also a founding member of The Generic Radio Workshop and sells photography and art through SteamCat.net. Julie writes short stories, radio plays, and whatever else helps pay the bills. She hates the bills. Find her at Stately Barrett Manor or on Facebook.
2:00 PM | Location: Sooner A
Cosplaying On a Budget
Champagne wishes and caviar dreams on a ramen budget? No problem! With these budget-conscious creative tips, you too can create diamond-tier cosplay with coal (well, maybe some thrifted pieces and duct tape to start).
Moderator: TattedSith Cosplay
Panelists: Buck Berlin, Julie Barrett, MadiHatter, Rynaga, TattedSith Cosplay
Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion
4:00 PM | Location: Noble
LED Bowties
Bow Ties are cool, and they're even more cool when they light up! Learn how basic electrical circuits work as you build an LED bow tie. (1 hour. Limit 16 participants, suitable for ages 8+. Bring an adult to assist.)
Moderator: Julie Barrett
Panelists: Julie Barrett
Tracks: Kids, Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Maker
7:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Atrium
Literary Beers
Join panelists in the hotel lounge for lively conversation. BYO beverages, please.
Moderator:
Panelists: Chaotic Neutral Cosplay, Crazy Red Artist, Dara Fogel, PhD, Elizabeth Leggett, J.H. Fleming, Julie Barrett, Kent Cordray, Kimber E Chessmore, La Blanke, Mel White, Phillip Drayer Duncan, Rook Riley, Scott Zrubek, Shai Fenwick, Sherri Dean, Sue Sinor, Tall Chick Cosplay, William Ledbetter
Tracks: Meetup, General Interest, Writing & Publishing, Art
9:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Atrium
Koffeeklatch
Join panelists in the hotel breakfast area for morning networking and conversation. BYO coffee, please.
Moderator:
Panelists: Craig Wolf, Crazy Red Artist, Daniel Erickson, Dara Fogel, PhD, David J. Pedersen, J.H. Fleming, John Allen Small, Julie Barrett, Kathleen M. O'Brien, Kevin Dilmore, Kimber E Chessmore, Liz Campbell, Loretta McKibben, Mace Kendu, Mel White, Mike Kennedy, Phillip Drayer Duncan, Rhonda Eudaly, Shai Fenwick, Tall Chick Cosplay, Tommy B. Smith, Trina Jacobs, vickey malone kennedy, William Ledbetter
Tracks: Meetup, General Interest
10:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
Sewing Circuits
Sew up a simple LED circuit as you learn the basics of costume lighting. There will also be a variety of demo swatches available for you to try out so you can see various ways of incorporating switches, sensors, and wiring into your designs. The workshop fee includes fabric, conductive thread, LED sequins, and batteries. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants, ages 16+. $10 fee.)
Moderator: Julie Barrett
Panelists: Julie Barrett
Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Workshop
3:00 PM | Location: Sooner A
Doctor Who: 60th Anniversary
The iconic sci-fi television show's 60th anniversary is five months away. We'll share our theories if you'll share yours. Allons-y!
Moderator: Julie Barrett
Panelists: Allison Stein, Julie Barrett, Mel White, Rebecca Jackson, Tim Frayser
Tracks: Film & TV, Science Fiction, Pop Culture & Entertainment
5:00 PM | Location: Sooner A
Radio Play Open Casting & Rehearsal
Be a radio star with the Generic Radio Workshop's production of "Doctor Science in Space!" Learn how an audio theater production is put together as part of the cast. Or, you can just watch and be entertained! The performance will take place Saturday evening during the Costume Contest intermission.
Moderator: Julie Barrett
Panelists: Julie Barrett
Tracks: Performing Arts, General Interest, Meetup
9:15 PM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ presented by Robot House
Generic Radio Workshop Radio Play: Doctor Science in Space!
Say, kids! It's time for Doctor Science in Space! What could possibly go wrong? You're on your own for safety gear. (Performance during the Soonercon Costume Contest judging intermission.)
Moderator: Julie Barrett
Panelists: Julie Barrett
Tracks: Performing Arts, General Interest
10:00 AM | Location: Boomer B
You Want How Much for That Image?
We all want artists fairly compensated. But who determines what needs to be licensed and the most economical way to do so when creating new artworks? Join us to discuss image sources, licensing, and how to avoid getting ripped off.
Moderator: Peri Charlifu
Panelists: Elizabeth Leggett, Julie Barrett, Peri Charlifu, Scott Zrubek, Tim Chessmore
Tracks: Art, Business & Marketing