Visitors to Star Wars Celebration Europe, scheduled for July 13-15 at London's ExCeL Convention Center, will find a dedicated programming track of presentations and talks designed just for collectors of Star Wars treasures.

Gus Lopez, the mastermind behind previous collecting tracks at Celebration events in the U.S., has put together three days of programming that's not only informative for serious collectors, but also fun for anyone who loves Star Wars, and who loves how the saga has permeated the culture for the past 30 years.

Located in a room dedicated to the collecting cause, Celebration Europe collecting panels will cover a variety of subjects, including many with international themes. Selected panels will also feature non-English language speakers and subtitles.

In addition to programming, Lopez and some of the world's foremost collectors have created some very exclusive and exciting collectibles that will be given away at random times during the panels. Keep checking back to the official Celebration website for the latest news.

Spanish Star Wars Collectibles
Jose M Arosa
From La Guerra de las Galaxias to Star Wars, from Ewoks and Droids to Clone Wars, Spain has produced some interesting and exclusive Star Wars collectibles during these past 30 years. Join us in a journey through Star Wars collectibles from Spain and discover some amazing toys, rare food premiums, chromos (sorry, no trading cards in Spain), magazines, and many other goodies from the galaxy . . . in Spanish! Jose M Arosa has been collecting Star Wars items since the very beginning, and his collection is among the largest in Spain. Former editor for the Spanish edition of the Official Star Wars Magazine, Arosa also traveled to Australia to witness the shootings of Episode II and Episode III.

Collecting 101
Chris Georgoulias
Hear tips on getting started with collecting and learn how to keep it going. This panel offers overviews on general aspects of the hobby including networking, researching, finding items, pitfalls, terminology, grading, displaying, and much more. There will be an opportunity for questions and answers from the audience.

Mexican Star Wars Collectibles
Oscar Didier
Explore the world of Mexican Star Wars collectible toys, displays, food promotions and store displays during this collecting panel that will cover the production of collectibles that were made and sold in Mexico. Didier will also provide a detailed overview of the Lili Ledy Line, from the rare 12" Hombre de las Dunas (Tusken Raider) to the ultra scarce Bib Fortuna red cape, plus vehicles, and many more surprises.

Autograph Collecting
Mark Dermul and Greg Hanson
The world of autograph collecting can be fun, but surprisingly stressful at times. Many collectors will go to great lengths to obtain one authentic signature. Dermul and Hanson will discuss how to obtain real autographs, whether in-person, through the mail, through show promoters, or through dealers. Not sure which pen to use? Should you have your item(s) personalized? They will cover those questions, plus the dos and the don'ts of writing to the stars, and the services available to fans worldwide who are unable to attend shows in person. Expect to see great examples of favorite Star Wars celebrity autographs on unusual photos and posters.

Australian Star Wars Collectibles
Mark Salotti and Daniel Regan
Join Mark Salotti and Daniel Regan as they share their experiences collecting Star Wars toys in Australia. Learn about the company responsible for distributing vintage Star Wars toys in Australia: TOLTOYS. Track the company's evolution from its humble beginnings into a powerhouse that would later invest millions of dollars in promoting Star Wars toys. Explore some of the differences from the U.S. toys, their release dates and availability, and learn about the sometimes-unique ways TOLTOYS distributed Star Wars toys to Aussies. With some rare and exclusive pieces showcased, this will be a comprehensive summary of the history of Star Wars toys in The Great Southern Land.

Hilarious Star Wars Items
Duncan Jenkins
Star Wars fans might own the action figures and trade the trading cards. They might wear the T-shirts and play the video games. They even frequent whatever eating establishment has the latest Star Wars "kids" meal toys. So, for many, the concept of a humorous collectible is not readily obvious. But some of the best attention-grabbing collectibles are the ones that make collectors smile, laugh, or think "I can't believe they made that!" From Jabba The Hutt on a Peach Melba Yogurt Cup to Six-foot Ewoks On Ice Skates, the Star Wars collectibles universe has had some very humorous licensed items. For a look a some of the funniest Star Wars inspired collectibles, check out Hilarious Star Wars Items with Duncan Jenkins, and don't forget to wear your Boba Fett Underoos.

These are just a few of the great panels planned for the Collecting Track at Celebration Europe and the people who are presenting them. Stay tuned to starwars.com and celebrationeurope.com for schedule updates.

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