PHOTOS: CONjuration convention 2019

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PHOTOS: CONjuration convention 2019

People line up on a giant chess board for a game of Magical Chess during the CONjuration convention at the Hilton Atlanta Airport in Hapeville on Saturday, November 16, 2019. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Kids play the game Greedy Greedy Niffler during the CONjuration convention at the Hilton Atlanta Airport in Hapeville on Saturday, November 16, 2019. CONjuration welcomes all fans of magical fantasy, including Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings. Throughout this magical weekend, you'll experience live-action gaming, take part in potion-making classes, enjoy a fashion show and craftsman contest, hear live music and witness live owls at the birds-of-prey show. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Tina Walker shows her grandchild Payton Hendon one of the animated dinosaurs during the CONjuration convention at the Hilton Atlanta Airport in Hapeville on Saturday, November 16, 2019. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Madeleine Jarret-Lazzari (L) battles Denver Johnson during a dragon Jousting contest at the CONjuration convention at the Hilton Atlanta Airport in Hapeville on Saturday, November 16, 2019. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Emily Ashe, dressed in her Harry Potter costume, looks over her schedule during the CONjuration convention at the Hilton Atlanta Airport in Hapeville on Saturday, November 16, 2019. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Luno Edwards holds a live vinegaroon in her hand during the CONjuration convention at the Hilton Atlanta Airport in Hapeville on Saturday, November 16, 2019. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Adoption Director from the Georgia Reptile Society Kathy Smith holds a young giant Burmese python during the CONjuration convention at the Hilton Atlanta Airport in Hapeville Saturday, November 16, 2019. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

A dinosaur dances during one of the demonstrations at the CONjuration convention at the Hilton Atlanta Airport in Hapeville on Saturday, November 16, 2019. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Kacey Werle (L) holds a Boa Constrictor during the CONjuration convention at the Hilton Atlanta Airport in Hapeville on Saturday, November 16, 2019. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Mark Abel dressed as Mad Eye Moody adjusts his eye before getting his photograph taken in front of a green screen during the CONjuration convention at the Hilton Atlanta Airport in Hapeville on Saturday, November 16, 2019. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Stephanie Briarton and her son Caleb play Dragonwood in the game room during the CONjuration convention at the Hilton Atlanta Airport in Hapeville on Saturday, November 16, 2019. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Dennis Dafano dressed as Rubeus Hagrid sits and talks with his wife, Marie Dafano, during the CONjuration convention at the Hilton Atlanta Airport in Hapeville on Saturday, November 16, 2019. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Laura Riss (R) tries on a new costume during the CONjuration convention at the Hilton Atlanta Airport in Hapeville on Saturday, November 16, 2019. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

C. S. Marks gives a horse archery demonstration during the CONjuration convention at the Hilton Atlanta Airport in Hapeville on Saturday, November 16, 2019. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

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People line up on a giant chess board for a game of Magical Chess during the CONjuration convention at the Hilton Atlanta Airport in Hapeville on Saturday, November 16, 2019. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

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