Generally speaking, Steampunks are happy to hear about an event that neverwas. Just our cuppa, as it were. In the case of Nova Albion, however, we’d like nothing more than to see this party started. And too rightly, indeed. Fortunately…
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Starting Out Steampunk – Once More With Feeling
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There is a member of my local Steampunk group named David. David’s a great guy. He’s friendly, likes to show up and participate at get-togethers, and loves to talk about Steampunk. What’s a little different about David compared to others…
Starting Out Steampunk – Gears, Tophats, and Octopi
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Last week we talked about defining Steampunk. The goal was to try to offer an easy to use explanation to give to those asking just what it is we do. The result? Well, I hope people came away with a…
Starting Out Steampunk – Can I Get a Definition
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So you’ve Started Out Steampunk and had a chance to experience some of the variety it has to offer. You’ve built up your wardrobe, gone to a few events, and had a chance to talk with a lot of other…
Starting Out Steampunk – Aim High. Really. Why not?
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Jerry Seinfeld once famously quipped that more people are afraid of public speaking than dying. As a result, most people would prefer to be in the casket then giving the eulogy. Most people feel intimidated by the idea of starting…
Starting Out Steampunk – Forming the Troupe
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Last week we talked about Starting out a Steampunk clubs in your area. Some people are interested in taking the next step and form a troupe. A Troupe was defined as a group that is created with a specific goal…
Starting Out Steampunk – Join the Club
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People are social by nature. Most want to gather in groups to talk to others who share commonalities with themselves so they can feel like they’re a part of something. These gatherings can sometimes have a specific reason such as…
Starting Out Steampunk — Con-templations
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In the last installment of Starting Out Steampunk, I spoke about different kinds of events and mentioned conventions. Conventions are large gatherings of like-minded individuals who are there to discuss and celebrate an idea. Idea, here, can be loosely defined with…
Starting Out Steampunk – All Dressed Up and Where to Go?
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So where does one actually go to be Steampunk? When most folks get into the sub-culture that we’ve all come to know and love they first notice the aesthetic. You see the amazing outfits and the mind-blowing props, the dashing…
Starting Out Steampunk – Outfits, Creations, and Direction
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Steampunk is as well known for its aesthetic as anything else. One of the best loved examples of this is reflected in the amazing variety of outfits worn to events and conventions. Styles of clothing range from pirate wear to…