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It's that time of year again. BrickFair Virginia 2017 wrapped up this past Sunday after five days of friends, games, shopping, and mostly LEGO. BrickFair is my favorite week of the year because of how friendly the LEGO community is. I saw lots of old friends and new friends this year, and in just the same way I saw lots of old and new MOC's. My fellow contributor Nathaniel was there this year as well, and we'd like to share some of our favorite MOC's of the weekend with you, below. You can find more information about BrickFair here. Nathaniel has written a few words about his experience at the convention below as well.
Hi guys! Nathaniel here. I can't believe that BrickFair has already ended. As the highlight of my summer, it always goes by too quickly. As Kodi said above, both he and I were there proudly representing BrickNerd to fellow exhibitors and the public. It was great to see old friends again, and make some new ones for future conventions. How can I summarize BrickFair Virginia, without spending hours describing it? It's simply pure joy. I would highly recommend it to any fellow LEGO builder. If you're really interested in seeing more of the convention, I would highly recommend that you head on over to Beyond the Brick's YouTube channel and await their guided video tour of the convention.
Already looking forward to next year! Until then, we will take our memories (and loot) and look to the future.
So long, BrickFair!
Kodi & Nathaniel
Well, another year of BrickFair Virginia has come and gone. Why must it always pass us by so quickly?! Sad remarks aside, let's get into the joy that is BrickFair.
As usual, the creations displayed were phenomenal! There's always something new to see at this convention, which is a fact that I always look forward to when I attend. I personally always enjoy meeting the upcoming builders that attend this event for their first time equally to reconnecting with old friends and other great builders.
It's easy for us here at BrickNerd to praise such a great convention, but what do other attendees have to say? I conducted two brief interviews with a first timer at the convention and another builder who has attended for multiple years:
This was your first time as an exhibitor at a LEGO convention and attending BrickFair VA. What was your favorite part about the event that makes you want to attend again next year?
Dominic M.: "My favorite part about BrickFair is just about everything! There's plenty to do like meet new people, buy cool things, and show everyone what you can do as a LEGO builder! If you're a big fan of LEGO and you like to see other creations, or you want to show off your own, BrickFair is the place to go!"
I know that you have attended BrickFair VA for multiple years now. What is it about this event that brings you back every year?
Joseph Z.: "It gives me an opportunity to meet people in my community. I also like the chance to see some of my favorite builds in person, and see old friends, of course!"
My fellow BrickNerd contributor Kodiak and I were both fortunate to attend the event and together have pulled together some photos of the highlights that were on display. These photos are not enough to truly give you the experience, but hopefully they are enough to inspire you all to attend!
Until next year, BrickFair!
Nathaniel & Kodiak
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