British Balloon Modelling Convention
This year the BJC is hosting the 2nd ever British Balloon Modelling Convention (BBMC2), in the Doncaster Dome alongside the main BJC. Tickets will cost £25 per 24hr day, on the door only, or free if you're already attending the BJC. The BBMC is sponsored by Qualatex.
The BBMC room will be open on Wednesday 26th from 5pm for all convention goers to come have a play with the balloons and equipment - this is known as a Balloon Jam, and is an informal space to meet, talk and swap skills with other balloon modellers.
On Thursday 27th and Friday 28th March there will be a variety of workshops during the day. Here's our current workshop list:
Thursday
Bread and Butter Balloons (Part 1) - Twistina
Twistina: Impressive but fast models - designs that are highly commercial keep the bookings rolling in!
Bigger balloons, bigger sculptures, bigger money - Colin Myles
Colin Myles CBA is sponsored by Qualatex. Colin is a multi talented balloon twister and decor creator. He has many prestigious awards in the balloon industry.
Combining Weaving with Linear Twisting - David Croft
David Croft's Mixed Bag Volume 2 - Intermediate Level Models combining Weaving with Linear Twisting; Designs suitable for Easter with a little extra.
One Balloon Wonders: small but nice - Graham Lee
Graham Lee is sponsored by Sempertex Balloons.
Competitions
There will be a competition in the evening. With another ongoing competition during the day. Which will be judged by the convention goers. Keep an eye out for posters for further instructions (they will be placed in the Jam room and around the convention).Friday
Weave a top hat and a birthday cake - Russell
Russell from Pick'n'Mix Circus's fun packed workshop for beginners, not to be missed if you are thinking of wearing something fantastic during the parade.
Small Balloon Men - Colin Myles CBA
Colin is sponsored by Qualatex
Proportion and scale: Achieving the right look, fit and feel for your balloon figures - Mr Balloonatic
Michael, Mr Balloonatic is British Balloon Modeller of the Year 2007.
Bread and Butter Balloons, Part 2 - Twistina
Twistina: Impressive but fast models - designs that are highly commercial keep the bookings rolling in!
Competitions
There will be a competition in the evening. With another ongoing competition during the day. Which will be judged by the convention goers. Keep an eye out for posters for further instructions (they will be placed in the Jam room and around the convention).If you have any questions about the BBMC, please email bbmc@bjc2008.co.uk.
