In 2007, for the second time, Tom took part as a presenter at the official "Star Wars Celebration". Photos below show some highlights from both Celebration III and Celebration IV. The panel discussions covered many aspects of collecting original movie props and wardrobe and also showcased some of the restoration and movie prop display work done by Tom Spina Designs.
TSD Star Wars Celebration Photo Gallery
May, 2007. Star Wars Celebration IV in Los Angeles, CA, celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Star Wars
Lucasfilm's Steve Sansweet, in Giant Ewok disguise! The mask is one that TSD helped create
The Ewok unmasked! (and side by side with Los Angeles Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa and R2-D2)
With the mask at Steve's side, it almost looks like there's a normal-sized ewok in the crowd
The Collectibles Program rooms. Panels discussed all kinds of collectibles including Original Movie Props and Wardrobe.
The crowd filters in to see the Original Props and Wardrobe Panel. All seats filled for a standing room only event.
The presenters from left to right: Gus Lopez, Greg Hanson, Brandon Alinger, Dave Abberley and Tom Spina
Dave, Tom and Gus take a serious look at the laptop provided! (my goodness! it's not a Mac!?)
Tom (right) smiles big for his wife's camera just prior to the presentation.
Gus discusses the history of Star Wars movie prop and wardrobe collecting.
Brandon discusses the importance of researching prop purchases
A photo from 2005's Celebration 3 in Indiana where Tom, Brandon and Gus were the presenters at the Movie Props Panel.
The Celebration 3 Collector's Panel Trading Card #15, the Movie Props Panel (only available at the panel)
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