Cosplay Crash Course: A Complete Guide to Designing Cosplay Wigs, Makeup and Accessories - Softcover

Petrovic, Mina

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1440354790 ISBN 13: 9781440354793

Verlag: IMPACT Books, 2019

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Cosplay lets you step out of your own skin and into someone else's shoes (or boots, or paws...). This beginner's guide helps you walk that walk with confidence in an awesome costume of your own creation.

True to the cosplay spirit of collaboration, Cosplay Crash Course shares favorite tricks and techniques from some of the community's most imaginative artists. Step by step, you'll learn how to turn ordinary fabrics, inexpensive toys, easy-to-manipulate thermoplastics, wigs and other humble materials into original costumes you'll wear with pride. Whether you're making fabulous feathers, metallic armor, wicked horns, lifelike claws or form-fitting boots, this book puts it all within your reach. You'll even learn awesome hair and makeup effects to complete the look.

Use this inside advice to fast-forward through years of trial and error; learn to select the best fabrics and adhesives and to make practical choices for comfort and wearability. Armed with the know-how in these pages and a spirit of adventure, who will you become?

Everything you need to dress your part!

   • 25+ step-by-step projects for creating authentic-looking props, costumes and accessories
   • Easy techniques and clever shortcuts from nine international cosplay artists
   • How to manipulate wigs, extensions and your own hair to create unique and expressive looks
   • Awesome makeup effects, from tattoos and zombie bites to tricks for making faces appear more feminine or masculine
   • Bonus tips for striking a pose and snapping dynamic, in-character photos

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Mina "Mistiqarts" Petrovic (Belgrade, Serbia) is an artist, fashion designer and cosplayer. who recently served as a cosplay judge for Belgrade Chibicon 2018. She is the author of two IMPACT Books, Manga Crash Course and Manga Crash Course: Fantasy.

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Cosplay Crash Course

A complete guide to designing cosplay wigs, makeup and accessories

By Mina "Mistiqarts" Petrovic

F+W Media, Inc.

Copyright © 2019 Mina Petrovic
All rights reserved.

ISBN: 978-1-4403-5479-3

Contents

Introduction, 5, 
Meet the Crew!, 6, 
1 Getting Started, 10, 
2 Sewing and Crafting, 16, 
3 Makeup and Wigs, 66, 
4 Promoting Your Cosplay, 96, 
Gallery, 112, 
About the Author, 127, 

CHAPTER 1

GETTING STARTED

What is Cosplay?

Cosplay is a popular hobby that involves dressing up as characters from movies, TV shows, books, comics, video games, anime, manga and even original stories. Many people who cosplay also enjoy acting out scenes involving the characters. The cosplay community strives to be one of acceptance — a safe space for people of all ages, genders, races and body types.

There are many ways to put together a cosplay costume. You can buy a pre-made costume, combine regular clothes into a costume, or craft and build a costume from scratch. However you choose to cosplay, the most important thing to remember is to have fun!

Choosing a Character

Picking out the perfect character is the fun ?rst step of cosplay. In a sea of characters, we often choose the ones whose stories impress us the most. So what should you consider when making your decision? Here are a few helpful tips and ideas to keep in mind when you're deciding who to be.

What Are Your Motivations?

• Popularity or trendiness of a character

• Character's particular look (beautiful, scary, etc.)

• Desire to be a part of a cosplay group of friends

• Challenge of the character design

• Character looks like you physically

Put Your Own Spin On It

Cosplay is more than just a lookalike hobby; you are free to be creative with your own versions of existing characters, and even cosplay your own unique characters. In cosplay there are no boundaries regarding gender, color palettes or mixing topics together.

In addition, knowing and becoming your beloved character is another special essence of cosplay. Role playing with other fans of the character can be one of the most fun parts.

Plan Your Budget

Cosplay can be a pricey hobby, so plan your budget wisely. While it is possible to make costumes out of affordable or recycled materials, some details like shoes, wigs and makeup can be quite expensive. So when you are selecting a character, try to take your own looks into consideration. For example, if your hair is a similar length or color to your character, you may not need to purchase a wig. I recommend making a budget to see where you can afford to spend a little extra, then get creative and thrifty with different aspects of your designs.

Gathering References

References are important when researching a costume. Your references will show you every precise shape and detail of a character's appearance. Some great places to gather references are art books, footage and screen shots from film or television shows, official concept art, fan websites, official action figures, fan art from sites like DeviantArt and photos of other cosplayers who have dressed as the character.

Plan Ahead

The Internet is wonderful resource for finding costumes and materials to build them. If you are going to order some or all of your costume online, make sure to plan ahead so everything you need arrives before your next event.

Cosplay Tips and Tricks

The character you choose to cosplay may be outfitted with big and bold shapes or large costuming details. Be mindful when planning a costume with non-human features like big wings, extra limbs, horns, etc. Make sure these aspects of your costume are not too sharp or heavy so that you won't injure yourself or others.

You should also plan to create costumes with soft and lightweight materials. You want your outfit to be comfortable to wear for many hours. Before wearing the costume at a convention or event, stress-test everything to make sure any important parts will not fall off in a crowd.

Here are a few other tips and tricks you find useful when putting together your cosplay character ...

Lengthy Costumes Can Be Limiting

Plan accordingly for the event you're attending. Long capes, dresses and wigs don't go well with stairs and crowded areas.

Mobility Is Important

Plan to be able to move in your costume, especially if you will be on your feet for a while during a gathering.

Don't Forget the Pockets!

It can be useful if your costume has built-in pockets or bags.

Makeup Is Appropriate for Everyone

Fictional characters often have unique or colorful facial and body features that you must use makeup to re-create. Since cosplay is a form of performance art, makeup is completely appropriate for anyone who wishes to use it.

Consider the Season and Weather

Make sure to plan for summer or winter weather conditions before deciding on a costume design.

Fashion Tape and Sock Glue

Double-sided fashion tape is a must-have to help clothes stick tightly to the skin. Roll-on body adhesive (also known as sock glue) is also helpful to keep knee socks in place. You can ?nd both online or at your local drugstore.

Make Sure You Can Move!

Fictional characters often have unrealistic costumes that would not move well in real life. It is up to you to make changes that will help you move freely and allow the costume to ?t as comfortably as possible.

CHAPTER 2

2 SEWING AND CRAFTING

Undergarments in Cosplay

To get started, let's go over some options for what to wear under the costume itself. Undergarments can provide comfort as well as a more effective transformation. However, adding layers under your costume can also make you feel too warm, so plan accordingly and stay hydrated.

Pantyhose/Sheer Tights

For smooth and shiny legs, pantyhose make all the difference. If your character has socks, especially thigh-high or over-the-knee, I recommend sewing them onto the pantyhose fabric to keep them from rolling down.

Dance Belt

A dance belt is a specialized undergarment commonly worn by male ballet dancers to support the groin area. When wearing a skintight costume, this is something to consider for personal comfort.

Body Shapers

Body shapers under your costume are an option and can drastically transform your look. Try combining shapers with corsets or shoulder pads for new looks and shapes. However, you should not feel it is mandatory to alter your body shape for cosplay. Your body is beautiful as it is and you should dress however you feel most comfortable and confident! If you have respiratory or other health issues, please prioritize your health and avoid obstructive costumes.

Fabric Basics

Fabric is one of the most important aspects of a cosplay costume. The main divide among fabrics is between natural and synthetic. Natural fabrics are more expensive, but they help your skin breathe and feel comfortable. Synthetic fabrics often look and feel natural, but they can cause you to overheat. Here are a few fabric options commonly used in...

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: IMPACT Books
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2019
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1440354790
• ISBN 13: 9781440354793
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 128
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: SC; https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/; ; CL MODESTO LAFUENTE 41; Madrid; Madrid; Spanien