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Trip Report – Fayetteville Comic Show 2020 – Day 3

The final day of the Fayetteville Comic Show was held on Sunday, March 1, 2020. The first two days in Fayetteville, Arkansas turned out to be a great time with fellow Twin Peaks fans from around the world. For the last day, we gathered together to pay tribute to an icon, hear stories from the stars and take a trip down memory lane at one of the best video arcades in the United States.

DAY 1 | DAY 2 | DAY 3

CONVERSATION WITH THE TWIN PEAKS CAST – MARCH 1, 2020

Conversation with the Cast description

The morning started back at the Graduate Fayetteville for a Conversation with the Cast of Twin Peaks. Most of the stars listed above attended with the exception of Sherilyn Fenn.

Cast of Twin Peaks
March 1, 2020

The panel discussion was held in a packed Spoofer’s Spoon Room, the same conference room where Cosplay Karaoke and the Donut & Coffee Social were held on Saturday.

Here’s a 45-minute video of the conversation which includes questions from the audience.

Cast of Twin Peaks
March 1, 2020
Cast of Twin Peaks
March 1, 2020

I loved seeing that many cast gathered together on stage. It’s something I had not seen since the August 1996 Fan Festival in Washington State.

One of my favorite stories came from James Marshall who described how his song “Just You” was created.

James Marshall imitates David Lynch
March 1, 2020

James did the best impressions of David Lynch.

Sheryl Lee answers questions
March 1, 2020
Asking Questions of the Cast
March 1, 2020

There was only one question that was slightly related to potential Season 4 (What song would Rebekah Del Rio want to sing with Chris Isaak?).

LOG LADY PARADE – MARCH 1, 2020

Log Lady Parade Button
Button from Nina Himes to participants of Log Lady Parade

Following the panel conversation, several of us paid tribute to the late Catherine Coulson, The Log Lady in Twin Peaks.

Blake Morrow - July 24, 2019
Facebook – July 24, 2019

Blake Morrow, a long-time Twin Peaks fan and an incredibly talented photographer, had a vision for this tribute on July 24, 2019. At one time, there was discussion about having the Guinness World Records team certify the gathering. It was decided to forgo that option and just celebrate Catherine’s memory by dressing like her for the panel.

Steven as the Log Lady
March 1, 2020

After reviewing all of the Log Lady’s outfits from Twin Peaks, I settled on one inspired from episode 2.017 in season two.

Major Briggs and The Log Lady
Episode 2.017

Originally, I wanted to dress like Windom Earle who dressed like the Log Lady in episode 2.021. I couldn’t find a suit and skirt set that matched, so I settled on a vintage Pendleton shirt, maroon turtle neck and brown skirt. I looked for a few weeks to find the exact Board Shirt she worn in the episode. No luck.

Ladies Who Log
March 1, 2020

We arrived around 10:00 a.m. at the Graduate Fayetteville. Karen held a photo of Blake who was unable to join our celebration.

Log Lady Tribute
March 1, 2020

Nina and Dylan got into the spirit with their Log Lady outfits. Nina also distributed a small button (see above) to all participants that included a nod to Catherine’s iconic glasses, acorn brooch, and log.

Photo by: Sherry Porter / March 1, 2020
Photo by: Sherry Porter / March 1, 2020

More “Ladies Who Log” arrived before the panel at 10:30. Logs were provided for those who didn’t travel with one.

Reserved for Log Lady

Reserved for Log Lady
March 1, 2020

Upon entering the panel room, we found “Reserved for Log Lady” signs on chairs.

Log Ladies
March 1, 2020
Photo by: There's a Podcast Alright / March 1, 2020
Photo by: There’s a Podcast Alright / March 1, 2020
Photo by: Faye Murman / March 1, 2020
Photo by: Faye Murman / March 1, 2020

We gathered in the conference room, waiting patiently for the panel to begin.

Photo by: Mallie Majarais / March 1, 2020
Photo by: Mallie Majarais / March 1, 2020

Even “Blake” had a seat for the panel.

Photo by: Mallie Majarais / March 1, 2020
Photo by: Mallie Majarais / March 1, 2020
Log Ladies
March 1, 2020

This was truly such a unique experience being surrounded by others who dressed like Catherine Coulson. From her first appearance in the Pilot episode to her final goodbye in season three, she made an impact on the lives of so many in the Twin Peaks community.

Photo by: Karl Reinsch / March 1, 2020
Photo by: Karl Reinsch / March 1, 2020

Even “Jerry Horne” (Karl Reinsch, Mayor of Twin Peaks) was shocked at seeing all of the ladies who log.

Photo by: Rob Perino / March 1, 2020
Photo by: Rob Perino / March 1, 2020

After the panel was finished, we each took turns sharing our favorite Log Lady quote and then exited the room.

Here are two videos by Jennifer Marie and Karl Reinsch of our tribute.

Log Lady and the Mayor
March 1, 2020

After the tribute, we took more photos in the hotel lobby, like this one of me with Karl who is dressed as Jerry Horne from Twin Peaks: The Return.

Photo by: Rob Perino / March 1, 2020
Photo by: Rob Perino / March 1, 2020

A group shot of the Log Ladies in the hotel lobby. I can only imagine what the girl at the desk was thinking.

Photo by: Jennifer Marie / Katie Buffo / March 1, 2020
Photo by: Jennifer Marie / Katie Buffo / March 1, 2020

Jennifer Marie took this awesome group photo of us gathering at the Graduate. Katie Buffo then gave it the Twin Peaks treatment.

GROUP PHOTOS BY THE GIANT OWL MURAL – MARCH 1, 2020

Group Photo by the Giant Owl
March 1, 2020
Group Photo by the Giant Owl
March 1, 2020

Around 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, many of us gathered in front of Alexis Diaz’s owl mural for a group shot.

Group Photo
March 1, 2020

There were a few folks who didn’t make the 2:00 shoot, so I added them to this  image above.

Group Photo
March 1, 2020

One final edit was made to the group shot with additional fans who shared lower resolution images. They got to join the VIP area on the roof (which only made me want to join that area too). Seriously, I love these people! The BEST DAMN TOWN!

VISITING ARKADIA RETROCADE – MARCH 1, 2020

Arkadia Retrocade
March 1, 2020

While walking back to the hotel from the owl mural, Shea Mathis stopped his car and approached a few of us. He explained he owned an arcade – Arkadia Retrocade – a few miles down the road. Shea is a Twin Peaks fan and even had a VHS tape in his car containing episodes recorded during the original 1990s broadcast. After dinner, several of us made our way to his arcade.

Group shot at Arkadia Retrocade
March 1, 2020

I’ve been to many arcades in my life and I can honestly say that this is one of the best in the United States. Wow! Shea said the arcade usually closes at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday nights, but he kept it open just for us. Admission is $5.00 and you can play as much as you’d like on 125 classic video games.

Here’s a 7 1/2-minute video that showcases what heaven looks like to any fan of classic arcade games. I still can’t believe this place is real.

Laura Palmer photo
March 1, 2020

Shea even included a few nods to Twin Peaks including a photo of Laura Palmer from the picnic video.

Great Northern Hotel Key
March 1, 2020

There’s also a hidden Great Northern Hotel key chain.

Owl Cave Drawing
Artwork by Shea Mathis / March 1, 2020

I was delighted to see Shea’s hand drawn Owl Cave artwork. He drew that based on the Owl Cave petroglyph years ago. He truly is one of the original fans and I love it!

Dog
March 1, 2020

I also loved his dog. She was so adorable. Posed for every shot I took of her. Look again at the group shot – that was a 10-second timer and she knew where to look.

Photo by: Jeremy Beitler
Photo by: Jeremy Beitler / March 1, 2020

Jeremy Beitler captured this candid shot of Nina, Josh and me enjoying beverages between game playing. Here are a handful of other shots from the arcade. You can follow Shea on Twitter – @ArkRetrocade

Arkadia Retrocade - March 1, 2020
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Arkadia Retrocade - March 1, 2020
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Arkadia Retrocade - March 1, 2020
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Arkadia Retrocade - March 1, 2020
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Arkadia Retrocade - March 1, 2020
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Arkadia Retrocade - March 1, 2020
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Arkadia Retrocade - March 1, 2020
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Arkadia Retrocade - March 1, 2020
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FAREWELL FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS

Leaving Fayetteville
March 2, 2020

One last group shot at the Northwest Arkansas Regional airport. While many of us wondered “Why Fayetteville?” when the comic show was announced, I left thinking “Yes, Fayetteville!” It was a damn fine weekend with friends who love this show as much as me. I realized that a Twin Peaks event could be held anywhere as it’s fine, descent people who make it the best fan community around.

Thank you to Donna and Paul for organizing this inaugural event, the staff who made the experience a smooth and enjoyable one, the staff of the Graduate Fayetteville who embraced all those crazy Twin Peaks kids and their Log Lady outfits, and my fellow Bookhouse Boys and Gals for traveling to northwest Arkansas.

See you in the trees.

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  • Steven Miller at Twede's Cafe enjoying cherry pie and coffee

    A "Twin Peaks" fan since October 1993, Steven Miller launched Twin Peaks Blog in February 2018 to document his decades-long fascination with David Lynch and Mark Frost's wonderful and strange show. With his Canon camera in hand, he's visited numerous film locations, attended Twin Peaks events and conducted extensive historical research about this groundbreaking series. Along with fellow Bookhouse Boys, he dreams of creating a complete Twin Peaks Archive of the series and feature film. Steven currently resides in Central Florida.

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