Staff: Some confusion early on aside, the staff is all college students but they were very attentive and helpful! Watched my table, helped me bring stuff from my car, went above and beyond.
Layout: A little weird- vendors were on the first floor, artists were split into two rooms. Despite the fact that one room was called "crafters bazaar" there were 2D artists placed there too. Wish they would have made it more clear to attendees that there are two rooms, and that the spaces were named appropriately.
Attendance: Small, but loyal con-goers (people who said they've gone every year or since they attended UB). Sunday was mostly repeat attendees, no one really new, though.
Affordability: While hotels in the area are pricey (thanks, Niagara Falls tourism...), the table is cheap and overall I made plenty of sales. Probably not worth a flight, but worth a long drive if you can cut costs of an overnight stay somehow.
Overall: Will definitely do again! Great small con, lots of interest in original artists' projects, and friendly con staff. Again, probably best for those who can drive in from neighboring states and cut the cost of the hotel somehow.
Was pretty busy all weekend and was my most profitable con all year. AA head was a bit hard to find since she wasn't at the AA entrance the entire time during setup so i was wandering all over the room trying to find her to get my badge and table assignment. Everything else went off without a hitch!
I would recommend this AA for beginners due to affordability and con size.
