Lectures / presentations

  • Cosplay 101: What the heck is cosplay and how do I start?
  • Cosplay 201: Level up your making!
  • The WOW factor: How to make a big prop
  • You can make anything with this: An Intro to Foamsmithing

All lectures include hands on + demonstrative elements!

Maker classes and workshops

  • First time foamsmithing: Make a mini shield!
  • First time armor-crafting: Make a foam armguard!
  • Make a foam fantasy phone holder that will blend into your costume!
  • Painting techniques for EVA: Weathering, leathering, and more
  • Cutting and Carving: Level up your foamsmithing using specialty cuts and a rotary tool

Workshops are not just for cons! Hold a workshop at your local makerspace, library, school, and more.

Panels

  • Meet the cosplay guests!
  • It’s not just foam and sewing: What I’ve learned from cosplay
  • Our experiences online: Growing an audience, balancing social media, and staying safe

Also available to participate in other cosplay / maker panels.