Participating as artist and musician, Muneteru Ujino from Gorgerous performed live. To his side were seveal self-produced musical instruments which he called the LOVE ARM.

Regular performers SIRO-A. They were quite popular this time around as well.

In collaboration with Daredemo Picasso, HG made an appearance. And everyone stopped to gawk at the sculpture of him made by Kaiyodo.

HG engaging in live painting. Many fans shouted out their encouragement.

Ayako Rokkaku did a live painting performance, foregoing her usual cardboard for the venue wall. She seemed to particularly enjoy the raucous cheers from the audience.

By the time the fair closed, she had painted this gigantic mural covering an entire wall.

The VIP for collectors and press.

The hotel CLASKA served champagne, soft drinks, and lunch for the VIPs.

Famous collector Toshiko Ferrier found some works to her liking and shows us her satisfied smile.

Ferrier receiving a direct presenation from an artist.

Polaroids of each booth selected by the jurors were spread across the table. From here, we narrow things down to 8 booths.

The passionate discussion continues backstage. Who will receive first prize?