From the Editor (Exaggerated Features Issue 2016.4)

Welcome to latest issue of Exagger- ated Features. This is the first printed issue since the post con issue earlier this year. So I am sure you have all been waiting patiently. I know some of you don’t like the digital issues. But it allows us to bring you more content and timely information more quickly. For example: once all the information has been compiled, proofed, laid out and the file for a printed issue is finalized and leaves my computer, it takes another three weeks to have it printed, assembled, shipped, addressed and in the mail. So by the time it gets to you, the content is over a month old. But I too like the smell, look and feel of ink on paper. It is a thrill for all the senses! So let’s take a look at what you can find in this issue. We get you as prepared as possi- ble for the upcoming convention. Included are the tentative schedule The cover and descriptions of all the seminars and all other info at the time of printing. Be sure to check the ISCA members Facebook page for all the latest information. This year we have two guests of honor: Anthony Geoffroy and Ma- ria Picassó i Piquer (and that is the correct spelling of her name). They answer lots of questions and share some artwork with us. For all you newbies who are worried about what to expect, we have an ar- ticle on page 14 that will answer some of your questions. Otherwise, it’s a good idea to review the Con Rules and Regulations printed on page 6 and the tentative schedule and semi- nars on page 8. If, after reading those, you have even MORE questions, fear not! Cory Lally will be offering a Con 101 Bootcamp on the first full day of the convention which will get all new arrivals up to speed on what will happen over the next few days. Also, Bippy is kicking off a new feature called “What’s in Your Bag?” giving us a glimpse into what is in that magical tote. We have an article about up and coming YouTube personality and talented artist Stan Prokopenko. His successful art tu- torials recently got him recognized by Forbes.com. And we have some advice from fellow caricature artist Kathy Rose. It’s perfect for those who may feel a little timid about putting their artwork on the walls at the convention for everyone’s ap- proval. And yes, they will be judging you. Everyone will be judging you. I think that covers it. If you have any questions, there will be tons of answers once you get to the hotel. Until then, happy planning! Debbie “debbo” Burmeister Exaggerated Features Editor/Art Director efeditor@caricature.org