The starting point for (almost) all cosplay props is a template. This is especially important for any props you’ll be making out of EVA foam or Worbla. The template will act similar to a sewing pattern so you can have guidelines to get your final product looking right. For some basic props, you’ll be able…
If all you want to do is wear a cosplay costume, you can go to just about any anime or comic convention and fit right in. There are so many ways to participate in the overall event, without having to worry about your costume being judged. In fact, the vast majority of cosplayers you’ll see…
When you just get started cosplaying the whole idea may seem intimidating. Who could you possibly cosplay? Where would you get a costume? Do you have to make it yourself? You may think you have to start by cosplaying the simplest possible character costume, but usually, the only reason to do that is if you…
When cosplaying as a real person, you need to be careful. It’s all too easy to offend someone or commit a social faux pas. However, it’s more common than you think for people to cosplay as a real-life person rather than a fictional character. Think about Halloween. It’s considered normal and socially acceptable for people…
If you’re only recently getting into cosplay, you might not have had the chance to work with a photographer yet. Maybe you want to find a cosplay photographer to get better photos, or maybe you’re getting nervous about your first real photoshoot that’s upcoming. Taking the time to understand your character and practicing poses before…
There are very few rules that you need to follow while you’re cosplaying. As long as you are practicing general safety guidelines and common sense, you will probably be okay. But there are some scenarios you might face while cosplaying that are not common in everyday life. It’s at these times that you need to…
It’s pretty common for characters from all sorts of anime, comics, or games to be wearing jewelry that you just can’t find at a store. Sometimes the jewelry pieces have symbolism that has meaning to the character, and sometimes it’s iconic enough that you don’t want to replace it with a generic necklace, bracelet, or…
Anime characters have it good. They never have to worry about pimples, wrinkles, or discolored skin. Not to mention their big, adorable eyes. It can be difficult to translate these perfect cartoon faces onto our own very real faces. But, makeup is amazing! You can use these simple tips to create that perfect anime look…
Stepping into the vibrant world of cosplay can be thrilling, and part of that excitement is bringing your favorite characters to life. One of the key aspects of your transformation is the wig. You might feel a bit overwhelmed at first, but with some basic guidance, styling a cosplay wig can become a fun and…
Wig styling is its own unique beast when it comes to learning about cosplay. This is especially true if you are trying to recreate any kind of gravity-defying anime hairstyle. If you jump into the process without knowing what you’re doing, the wig will look disappointing with annoying flyaways everywhere. The good news is that…