“The Avengers” is one of the highest-grossing movies of all time. The 2012 Disney film has made more than $1.5 billion at the box office; however, the film’s success was not always imminent.
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Yes, I have Disney tattoos. No, I don’t think they’re childish by Heather Holley
I have twelve tattoos, five of which are Disney related (with several more planned in the future.) I generally receive compliments on my artwork, but I also encounter condescending comments. My favorite is “Wow… you must really like Disney.” This comment makes me feel more judged than if someone blatantly tells me my tattoos disgust them. I don’t know why it irks me so much. I think it the patronizing tone or the implication that my art work is immature.
Everyone is entitled to their opinion, but if you don’t like my work you don’t have to say anything. The truth is I wear what I love, and my tattoos are for me and only me. Disney has been such a huge part of my life that I wanted it to be on me forever. I know any tattoo is an invitation to disapproval, but I don’t want to be called childish because I carry permanent artwork of something that is very dear to me. You should never judge a book by its cover; or a person by their seemingly childish tattoos.
So how do I respond to negative comments? I usually just smile and walk away, but sometimes I take it a bit further. Sometimes I share a piece of the tattoos meaning. This simple action of personally opening up to a stranger has changed how some people react to me. The best example I have is my tattoo that says “You are my sunshine” with a classic Winnie the Pooh. The handwriting is my mom’s and she’s called me Pooh for as long as I can remember. I’ve seen people’s faces totally change after hearing the background. Another positive story, one time I was given V.I.P. seating at the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular just because the Cast Member really liked one of my tattoos.
I’m going to wrap this up now by proudly saying yes I do have Disney tattoos. No I do not think they’re childish, and I will never regret them! Do you have Disney tattoos? How do you handle any negative feedback? I’d love to see your art and hear your stories. Hit me up on Twitter @hoodie_life.
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Watch the FULL Marvel’s The Avengers Signing at SDCC 2014 by Scott Donahue
Watch the FULL hour of footage from Marvel’s The Avengers signing at the Marvel Booth on Saturday at San Diego Comic-Con 2014! See Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Jeremy Renner, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Bettany, and James Spader as they give back to the amazing Marvel fans.
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San Diego Comic Con 2014 – Sunday Schedule – Disney Related Panels by Scott Donahue
If you are heading to the 2014 San Diego Comic Con today, here is a listing of some of the Disney related panels that will be taking place.
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MARVEL: WOMEN OF MARVEL – Sunday July 27, 2014 11:15am – 12:15pm
From Ms. Marvel to Black Widow, from Twitter to tumblr, women in comics has been one of the most talked-about topics in the industry recently. Join the conversation as women from every discipline in the creative process at Marvel discuss what it’s like working as a woman in comics today and what it means for the future of the industry. Panelists include producer and photographer Judy Stephens, Marvel’s The Watcher host Lorraine Cink, Marvel Studios asset manager Alexis Auditore, artist Katie Cook (All-New Marvel NOW! Animal Variants) artist Rachelle Rosenberg (Amazing X-Men), and special guest editor-in-chief Axel Alonso!
Room 5AB
Room 5AB
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CARTOON VOICES #2 – Sunday July 27, 2014 11:30am – 12:45pm
Yesterday’s Cartoon Voices panel will have been such a hit that today we’ll have to do another one with different but equally talented actors from the world of animation voicing. Once again, moderator Mark Evanier has assembled an all-star dais that will include Gregg Berger (The Garfield Show, Transformers), Vanessa Marshall (The Spectacular Spider-Man, Young Justice), Fred Tatasciore (The Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H., Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness), Debra Wilson (MAD TV, Family Guy), Robin Atkins Downes (Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Thundercats), and maybe someone else.
Room 6A
Room 6A
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MARVEL: NEXT BIG THING – Sunday July 27, 2014 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Gather ’round friends and family to pay respect for our honored dead-the legendary X-Man, Wolverine! The Death of Wolverine is here and it will rock you to the core! Plus, what happens in the wake of this summer’s murder mystery mega-event Original Sin? Join executive editor Mike Marts, senior editor Nick Lowe, and writers Gerry Duggan (Deadpool), Charles Soule (Death of Wolverine), and Mark Waid (Daredevil) for a panel discussion on the next big storylines of the Marvel Universe!
Room 6DE
Room 6DE
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THE OFFICIAL DISNEY PUBLISHING WORLDWIDE FALL BOOK & APP PREVIEW – Sunday July 27, 2014 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Disney Publishing Worldwide gives SDCC attendees a special sneak preview of upcoming books from Disney Press, Disney-Hyperion, Marvel Press, and Disney Lucas Film Press, along with their interactive storytelling and creativity apps. Moderator Rose Brock (award-winning librarian) and panelists Nachie Marsham (executive editor for Disney Book Group), Michael Siglain (executive editor for Disney Lucas Film Press/Disney Book Group), Tomas Palacios (editor for Marvel Press), Dina Sherman (senior marketing manager for Disney Book Group/School & Library Division), Michael Zagari (lead producer for Disney Digital Media), and Brooke McKnight (marketing manager for Digital) will demonstrate and talk about some of the exciting new reads and apps coming from DPW. Disney cosplay fans are encouraged to come-as long as costumes are kid-friendly!
Room 8
Room 8
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DISNEY’S MASTER TEACHER’S LIFE DRAWING FOR ANIMATION – Sunday July 27, 2014 1:45pm – 2:45pm
Disney has a long tradition (dating back to the 1930s) of running life drawing classes for its animators. The idea is that understanding and mastering actual anatomy improves animated drawings and gestures. Disney’s current master teachers — Karl Gnass, Mark McDonnell, and Bob Kato — will talk about their creative philosophies, their approach to life drawing and gesture, how classical drawing translates to animation, and what animation studios look for in artists. Best of all, they’ll alert you to the classes they run for civilians. Disney visual development artist Dan Cooper will weigh in on how these classes have improved his animation skills. Moderated by Fast Company‘s Susan Karlin.
Room 5AB
Room 5AB
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MARVEL COMIC’S 75TH – Sunday July 27, 2014 1:45pm – 2:45pm
75 years ago the Marvel Universe first came to life with the release of Marvel Comics #1 (soon to become Marvel Mystery Comics), featuring the Human Torch and the Sub-Mariner. The company was called Timely then, but as you can see, the word “Marvel” was already part of its comics world. Continuously publishing since 1939, Marvel revolutionized comics in the early 1960s with the help of legends such as Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, and Steve Ditko. Ever since then, Marvel has proven what remarkable staying power and worldwide appeal these characters have. Daredevil celebrates his 50th anniversary this year, for one! Newer waves of talented artists and writers have all taken the helm at developing these beloved characters’ storylines and influencing their looks and appeal into the 21st century. Moderated by Mark Waid (Daredevil), Comic-Con special guests Dan Slott (writer, Superior Spider-Man, Amazing Spider-Man) and Joe Quesada (chief creative officer, Marvel Entertainment) will be on hand to discuss these heroes and what keeps them fighting the good fight.
Room 6DE
Room 6DE
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BUSINESS OF CARTOON VOICES – Sunday July 27, 2014 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Interested in a career doing voices for animation and video games? There are plenty of people around who’ll take your money and tell you how to go about it…but here’s 90 minutes of absolutely free advice from folks who work in the field. Come hear cartoon voice actor Bill Farmer, talent agent Sandie Schnarr (AVO Talent) and others, along with your moderator, voice director Mark Evanier (The Garfield Show).
Room 25ABC
Room 25ABC
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DISNEY PIN TRADING: PAST, PRESENT, & FUTURE – Sunday July 27, 2014 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Back for a second year at Comic-Con is Pin Pics, an exclusive insight into the world of Disney Pin Trading. Lead panelist Barry Koper (Disneyana expert) will take you back to the beginning of the Disney pin-trading hobby. Anthony and Samantha Medina (Pin Pics presidents) will take you through modern trends in trading and discuss the future direction of Disney pins as collectibles. Jennifer Colyn (Pin Pics event director) moderates, followed by Q&A. All pin traders, Disney enthusiasts, and collectors welcome.
Room 29A
Room 29A
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Photo – Cast & Crew of Marvel’s Avengers 2: Age of Ultron at San Diego Comic Con by Scott Donahue
Take a look at the cast & crew of Marvel’s Avengers 2: Age Of Ultron inside Hall H at the Marvel Studios panel at the 2014 San Diego Comic Con.
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“Disney Food Part Deux” by Laura Weyand
Okay, so I promise that I won’t make ALL of my newsletters about food but I couldn’t help myself because I didn’t have enough time to talk about it all in my first article. I will make this short and sweet!
1. Dole Whip
I know EVERYONE talks about dole whip and everyone knows that they should get it when visiting the Magic Kingdoms’ Adventureland or the Polynesian Resort. I seriously never even heard of it before last year and nor did I ever really notice Aloha Isle on my trips to Disney World. This one is for all you not so recent Disney goers who have not been graced by the presence of Dole Whip. The pineapple soft serve is so simple but I am a pure pineapple lover and can’t help the temptation! Also, while you’re there try the pineapple float aka Dole Whip in pineapple juice. They also offer vanilla soft serve and orange soft serve which can be done in a variety of twists as well. Just try it. You will not regret it!
2. Yak and Yeti- Quick Service
Let’s say you’re in the Animal Kingdom and you’re getting pretty hungry but you don’t want to spend a lot of money and you aren’t TOO adventurous in your food tastes. Well, you cannot go wrong with Yak and Yeti quick service because it’s kind of like chinese cuisine but BETTER. I was never fond of chinese/japanese food it just wasn’t my first choice of food for dinner. Yak and Yeti offers honey chicken, sweet and sour chicken and beef lo mein all served with rice and veggies. These huge portions are served in a chinese take out box and cost around $10.00. Not only convenient and mess free but big enough for 2 or maybe 3 people which is around $5 a person. You cannot beat that especially at Disney! While you’re over at the Animal Kingdom be sure to grab some Jungle Juice over in Africa. Made with guava, passion fruit and mango flavors it comes in a slushie form and is amazingly refreshing on those 100 degree days.
3. Be Our Guest- Quick Service
We were all super excited when the beasts castle was open for business and to this day gets super booked for dinner reservations. Well, fret no more! Be Our Guest quick service meals are absolutely DIVINE. They took quick service to a whole new level and incorporated technology to make ordering a lot easier. Do not be intimidated when you see the long line spiraling out of the castle. They make the line move rather quickly and will sometimes even bring a pitcher of lemon-water out for their guests along with borrowing an umbrella to block the sun. Now that’s service! Once you get into the castle you get separated into lines and you say whether you’re using a magic band or borrowing their magic rose. They use these to track where you sit so when your food is ready they can bring it to the table of your choice. You use a touch screen to choose your beverage, entre, and dessert. They offer self serve beverages and amazing cupcakes/cream puffs. They definitely have a way of making you feel like you’re at a fancy dinner by only spending a small chunk of change. Check out all of the rooms in the castle as well. The portrait room, the ballroom and the west wing are perfectly portrayed and look like they’re right out of the movie.
Well, that’s all I have for this article and I hope you were able to get a few tips and tricks for your next Walt Disney World vacation! I promise I’ll switch it up next time!
Have a Magical Day!
-Laura 🙂
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7 Reasons Halloween is Better on a Disney Cruise
This fall, for the first time ever, the Halloween on the High Seas event sets sail on all four Disney Cruise Line ships! Here’s seven ghoulishly good reasons why Halloween is better on the high seas.
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First Look: Concept Art Posters For Marvel’s ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’
Take a look at concept art for Marvel’s Avengers: Age of Ultron, featuring Quicksilver, Hawkeye, Black Widow, Iron Man, Captain America, and Scarlet Witch.
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Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Reveals New Characters, Carter Adds Captain Directors
There will be some new faces on Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. this fall! With the government coming after S.H.I.E.L.D., Director Coulson (Clark Gregg) will be on the hunt for anyone who can help the team rebuild.
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San Diego Comic Con 2014 – Saturday Schedule – Disney Related Panels
If you are heading to the 2014 San Diego Comic Con today, here is a listing of some of the Disney related panels that will be taking place.
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PHINEAS & FERB – Saturday July 26, 2014 10:00am – 11:00am
“Mom! Phineas and Ferb are doing a Comic-Con panel again!” Show creators Dan Povenmire and Jeff “Swampy” Marsh, along with voice talent Vincent Martella (The Walking Dead), Alyson Stoner (Step Up 3D), and the stars of the series present an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at what’s to come for Disney Channel’s hit animated series, including a sneak peek at this summer’s epic crossover event: Phineas and Ferb: Star Wars. The panel will also feature sneak peeks of two new animated shows coming to Disney XD!
Room 6A
Room 6A
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MARVEL ANIMATION PRESENTS – Saturday July 26, 2014 10:30am – 11:30am
Jeph Loeb (Marvel’s head of television; Hydra Agent) returns for what’s become one of the most popular television panels at San Diego. Join Jeph, Stephen Wacker (VP -animation & writing panel blurbs), Cort Lane (huge nerd, VP), and Eric Radomski (giant dork, SVP) for the latest news on the House of Ideas’ hit animated shows: Marvel’s Avengers Assemble and Marvel’s Hulk & The Agents of S.M.A.S.H. Plus: See the eye-popping world premiere of Marvel’s Ultimate Spider-Man: Web Warriors’ history-making epic: “Spider-Verse”! Double plus: A special exclusivesurprise for Marvel fans that you will all be talking about for the rest of the convention!
Room 6BCF
Room 6BCF
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ONCE UPON A TIME – Saturday July 26, 2014 11:00am – 11:45am
Once Upon a Time has Frozen over! As Elsa enters Storybrooke, she brings an icy new twist to the lives of the rest of the fairytale inhabitants. Co-creators and executive producers Edward Kitsis (Lost), and Adam Horowitz (Lost) along with Lana Parrilla (24), Josh Dallas (Thor), Emilie de Ravin (Lost), Colin O’Donoghue (The Rite), Jared Gilmore (Mad Men), Robert Carlyle (SGU) and Jennifer Morrison (House) discuss the upcoming season of new characters, new adventures and new rivalries.
Ballroom 20
Ballroom 20
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QUICK DRAW – Saturday July 26, 2014 11:45am – 1:00pm
It’s still the fastest, funniest panel in the whole convention! Once again, your Quick Draw Quizmaster Mark Evanier pits three super-speedy cartoonists against one another as they go mano a mano and Sharpie to Sharpie to create great cartoon art right before your very eyes. Competing this year are (as usual) Sergio Aragonés (MAD magazine, Groo the Wanderer) and Scott Shaw! (The Simpsons) and they’re joined by Disney Legend Floyd Norman, plus a couple of surprising surprises!
Room 6BCF
Room 6BCF
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MARVEL VIDEO GAMES – Saturday July 26, 2014 12:30pm – 1:30pm
The Marvel Games team and some of the most talented developers in the industry cover nearly 15(!) awesome Marvel gaming experiences spanning all platforms-many of which feature the Guardians of the Galaxy! Whether it’s exclusive announcements regarding one of the year’s biggest console titles (Disney Infinity 2.0: Marvel Super Heroes), updates to current favorites (Marvel Avengers Alliance, Marvel Avengers Alliance Tactics, Marvel Heroes, Marvel Puzzle Quest, Marvel: War of Heroes, X-Men: Battle of the Atom, Marvel Pinball), or entirely new game announcements, there’s something here for every True Believer of the digital age. Also, a surprise special guest appearance-and the coolest giveaway this panel has ever handed out!
Room 6A
Room 6A
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CARTOON VOICES – Saturday July 26, 2014 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Each year, moderator Mark Evanier gathers together a bevy of the most talented cartoon voice actors working today and invites them to explain and demonstrate their artistry! This year’s lineup includes Jim Cummings (Winnie the Pooh, The Penguins of Madagascar), Josh Keaton (The Spectacular Spider-Man, Green Lantern), Sherry Lynn (Wall-E, Ice Age), Arif S. Kinchen (MAD TV, Grand Theft Auto), David Sobolov (Transformers Prime, Avengers Assemble) and Colleen O’Shaugnessy (Toy Story 3, The Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes).
Room 6BCF
Room 6BCF
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MARVEL’S AVENGERS S.T.A.T.I.O.N. SUPERHERO SCIENCE ANALYSIS – Saturday July 26, 2014 1:30pm – 2:30pm
S.H.I.E.L.D. science advisors Ricardo Gil da Costa (Neuroverse Inc.), Preston Dyches (JPL), Randii Wessen (JPL), Leonidas Moustakis (JPL), and Sebastian Alvarado (Thwacke) will brief participants on the case files of the superheroes who make up the Avengers Initiative. For the first time, S.H.I.E.L.D. divulges some of its most confidential scientific findings on what makes these superheroes unique. Moderated by Agent Phil Plait (Bad Astronomy), this training session is for S.H.I.E.L.D. Agents at Level 4 and above.
Room 5AB
Room 5AB
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MARVEL: CUP ‘O JOE – Saturday July 26, 2014 2:45pm – 3:45pm
Join Marvel’s chief creative officer Joe Quesada for this no-holds-barred exposé on everything Marvel. Got a question about a favorite hero? Want to hear groundbreaking news straight from the source? Need a rundown on breaking developments in Marvel comics, film, and T.V? This panel is for you! Featuring editor-in-chief Axel Alonso, talent scout C. B. Cebulski, senior editor Nick Lowe, editor Jordan D. White, writer Dan Slott (Amazing Spider-Man), and other Mighty Marvel guests!
Room 6BCF
Room 6BCF
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THE WORLD OF INDIANA JONES – Saturday July 26, 2014 3:00pm – 4:00pm
The Indyfans gather for another year of globetrotting adventure as they discuss all things Indiana Jones. From “Hollywood Costume” to the 30th Anniversary of the Temple of Doom, this panel has something for everyone. So grab your fedora and join Brandon Kleyla (Indyfans) and other panelists.
Room 29A
Room 29A
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HASBRO: MARVEL – Saturday July 26, 2014 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Adam Biehl (vice president, Global Marvel Line at Hasbro), Jesse Falcon (director of hardlines, Marvel), Dwight Stall (senior Marvel product design manager, Hasbro), Bobby Vala (Marvel product designer, Hasbro), and Laura Guilbault (senior manager, Global Marvel Line at Hasbro) discuss Hasbro’s popular Marvel action figure lines. Attendees will also get a sneak peek at upcoming action figures. Adam, Jesse, Dwight, Bobby, and Laura will also host a Q&A for your burning Marvel action figure questions!
Room 25ABC
Room 25ABC
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DISNEY’S GARGOYLES 20TH ANNIVERSARY – Saturday July 26, 2014 5:00pm – 6:00pm
“Twenty years ago, superstition and the sword ruled. It was a time of darkness. It was a world of fear. It was the age…of Gargoyles!” Help celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Disney Animation television series Gargoyles with members of the cast and crew, featuring series creator Greg Weisman, supervising producer Frank Paur, and others.
Room 25ABC
Room 25ABC
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MARVEL STUDIOS – Saturday July 26, 2014 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Marvel Studios president and producer Kevin Feige and special guests provide an inside look at the ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Hall H
Hall H
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STAR WARS TRIVIA PANEL – Saturday July 26, 2014 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Members of the San Diego Star Wars Society, veteran hosts of trivia panels at Star Wars Celebration III and Comic-Con International since 2002, have prepared an even more challenging contest this year for all fans who think they know the galaxy far, far away. Returning this year will be a game round for kids (12 and under), followed by three adult game rounds (ages 13 and up). All game rounds are conducted in a Last Man Standing format. Come test your knowledge, and win valuable prizes. The trivia panel hosts are Dean Amstutz, Linda Crispien, Leia Hornedo, Brendan Prout, and Jessica Woods.
Room 23ABC
Room 23ABC
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