15 Beginner supplies for cosplay makeup

Cosplay Makeup Starter Kit

Embarking on the journey of cosplay can transform you into any character you adore, but to get that authentic look, mastering the art of makeup is crucial. As a beginner cosplayer, you might be wondering where to start with your makeup toolkit. It’s the foundation (pun intended) of bringing your character to life, and with…

7 ways to cosplay at a convention

Cosplaying at a Convention? 7 Ways You’ll Spend Your Time

Most of the time, conventions aren’t just for cosplayers. They are events made to celebrate different aspects of nerd culture. But with so many people attending these events in costume, there must be something you can do all day to make the convention a little more interesting. As a whole, if you cosplay at conventions…

Find cosplay events near you

How to Find Cosplay Events Happening Near You (not just conventions)

Depending on where you live, finding nearby events to cosplay can be rather difficult. When I was living in DC, I didn’t even know how fortunate I was to have a handful of conventions and many other small events within easy commuting distance. But now that I’ve moved away, there is a lot more planning…

why cosplay does not have to be accurate

Accuracy in Cosplay is Overrated, But it Can Be a Fun Challenge

If you’re new to the cosplay community, you may have seen people chatting about costume accuracy. You’ll see people looking for techniques to make parts of the costume accurate to their character, or looking for colored contacts so they can create a more precise representation. It’ll make you wonder how much effort you should be…