March, 2006After spending six months building my cosplay, I am finally ready for photos. Now instead of painting, I am on a quest to find a photographer. Every one that I call has the same answer: They know nothing about cosplay, the character I was… Read More »Posing workbooks: The missing link between cosplayers and Photographers.
A Build Book is an essential tool for any cosplayer looking to document their creative process for a cosplay contest. Using a build book template helps you stay organized, plan your project step by step, and showcase your craftsmanship. I am going to walk you… Read More »Build Book Template – A guide.
Cosplay has evolved from “just a hobby” to a legitimate global phenomenon. Passionate fans and talented creators galivant through conventions and events across the world, spending BILLIONS of dollars at events. As local and regional events continue to pop up and evolve, so too has… Read More »Being Paid as a Cosplay Guest at Cons.
Panels can be a fun and lucrative way to get started in the convention and cosplay community! To start, you will need a panel outline, like the freebie we offer. What’s a panel outline? It’s the document that outlines what you will need to successfully… Read More »A Random Cosplayer’s Guide to the Panel Outline template
August, 2021After incorporating my business, I decided to get out there and start shooting. Much like any endeavor, it was very trepidatious. I didn’t know many people in the community, and it seemed like photographers were crawling over each other to get the best shot. Frustration… Read More »Essential Tips for Aspiring Cosplay Photographers.
Comic conventions are more than just gatherings of fans; they are vibrant celebrations of creativity, passion, and community. A large facet of convention programming, these panels can make or break the attendance of a convention. Hosting a panel can be rewarding, as well as a… Read More »Embracing con and cosplay Culture: Hosting a Panel at a Convention
July 2021 (Names have been left out to protect those involved) “What? I would never cosplay with some amateur-hour cosplayers at some amateur-hour comic con!”I was crushed. Here I was, sitting in a prejudging room at a regional event, asking a professional cosplayer (and photography client)… Read More »Navigating the Dramatic Seas of Cosplay
Friday, February 14, 2014I am sitting in my basement. It’s four am Opening ceremony for the con I am going to attend is in less than six hours. My newest Dumb idea was to build a steampunk proton pack from Ghostbusters. In my infinite wisdom,… Read More »The Freedom to fail.
When it comes to cosplay photography, clear communication and mutual understanding between photographers and cosplayers is key. The best way to ensure both parties are on the same page is with a well-crafted photography contract. This agreement not only sets expectations but also protects both… Read More »How Photo Contracts and releases work for Cosplayers
These days, cosplay is expensive. You have travel costs, hotel rooms, the ever-increasing costs of materials, supplies, tools, and admission to cons. Yes, it’s a hobby and hobbies are expensive. But what if it wasn’t “just a hobby”. What if you could turn it into a… Read More »From Passion to Profit: Turning Pro as a Cosplayer.
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