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Welcome to the Cozy Cosplay Corner

What is this? A new blog? About cosplay? You bet your ass it is! Welcome to The Cozy Cosplay Corner! A blog where three self proclaimed cosplay experts share their thoughts on everything involving cosplay!

What will be posted on the blog?

As you’re probably able to guess, this blog is about cosplay. But not just your classic cosplay tutorials. We will also share tips on cosplaying on Social Media, our fun con and cosplay stories and basic cosplay advice and secrets! Aaand you’ll get some tutorials as well, of course. Sounds fun, right?!

How often will we be posting?

We will be posting every Saturday! And our ask box is always open, so feel free to ask us whatever you please!

Who are we?

Joshi: Big bad lesbian, who acts all tough n shit, but is actually a fluffball 90% of the time. I’m a TikTok addict as well as huge wig and makeup enthusiast, and I almost always nail the perfect eyeliner. I’m also kind of a goof, but I like to pretend I can be serious. It’s my job to educate you on topics such as wig styling, makeup tutorials and crafting advice, as well as sharing my previously mentioned goof aka (embarrassing) con and cosplay stories etc. So glad to see you here, hope you stick around!

Josie: Oldest and therefore wisest. Slight coffee addict. When I’m not studying or have my nose in a big book, you can often find me at my sewing machine, trying to make a cosplay creation work. Here, I’ll help you figure out the social world of cosplay. Great job for an introvert, right? How to make friends and how to set boundaries as well as sticking to them. I hope my topic might interest you!

Anso: Photographer, Cosplayer, chocolate connoisseur and hardcore shitposter! Anso is known as the third-wheel guy, the least intimidating tall person you’ll ever meet, and the girl who sometimes talks in third-person. I’ll be teaching the basics of photography that every cosplayer should know and sharing my algorithm tips (’cause i’m a neeeeeerd), and various other cosplay subjects. Can’t wait to share my tips with all of you lovely folks!

Where can you find us?

You can usually find us at @joshibyjoshi , @josieintherye and @ansocosplay , but you can see more on our individual SoMe pages to your left!

We hope the blog will entertain you, as well as helping you in the wonderous world of cosplay! Welcome to the Corner folks, hope you enjoy your stay <3

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5 Reasons to attend Conventions

Nerd hubs. Anime Conferences. Conventions. Almost everyone in the anime & cosplay community has either heard of or attended one

ALMOST everyone

There can be many reasons to why you or your friends haven't attended a con. Maybe you suffer from bad anxiety, perhaps school or work is taking up all your time or you possibly just don’t have the money for a ticket, let alone transport and accommodation. These reasons are totally fair, don’t get me wrong!

BUT

If you’re considering attending a convention, and you need just the last bit of convincing, I’m here to persuade you into joining the gang of con-goers. Whether or not you’re a cosplayer, there’s always something fun to do at a con. I’m personally a HUGE fan of attending cons, and I would totally recommend it to anyone having doubts or concerns.

ANYWAYS! Here are 5 reasons why you should attend conventions!

1. Make new friends

Stumbling across a fellow cosplayer or fan of a certain series is for some a short and nice encounter - but for others, it can form (life long) friendships/ relationships. Even if it’s a simple discussion about your favorite BNHA ship or a compliment about your wig, but that small conversation can lead to so much more! Maybe you decide to hit Artist Alley together, maybe film some tiktoks together, even exchange instagram and facebook profiles! The people you meet at cons could turn out to be a friend for life!

Bonus: If you live far away from each other and aren’t able to meet physically, attending the same particular con as well as other cons can become a great ritual to stay in contact!

2. Attend events

Who doesn’t love a fun quiz or game? At conventions there are TONS of different activities to attend. Need to show off your overpowered Harry Potter knowledge? There’s a quiz for it! Wanna show off your dance skills? Hit the Just Dance booth in the came room! Wanna meet other cosplayers from your favorite fandom? Attend a meetup! The possibilities are ENDLESS and you will NEVER be bored!

Bonus: Remember what I said about friends earlier? Events are GREAT places to both meet and spend time with your fellow con-going friends!

3. Experience a cosplay show LIVE

We have all seen seen acts or performances from a convention masquerade. Fun skits you can watch over and over on the internet. But lemme tell ya: it ain’t nothing like watching it IRL. It is a whole other experience than watching an act through a small screen (obviously). The lights, the music, the acting, the whole atmosphere is INCREDIBLE. One CANNOT attend a con, without watching the cosplay show. No. Just, no.

Bonus: If you’re lucky, you can even get the possibility to talk to some of the contestants, which can be super fun (and helpful, if you plan on participating yourself)

4. Go on photoshoots

This one mostly applies to cosplayers FYI

Most conventions have some cool locations that you don’t typically come across in your everyday life. Perhaps the con is near a forrest, in a hotel with lounges or around high tech looking stuff. There are photographers everywhere willing to take photos, so why not grab the chance of bedazzling your instagram page?

Bonus: There are almost always other cosplayers from the same franchise, so they could also join for some extra cool photos! Both new and old friends ;)

5. Buy cool stuff

This one is kinds self-explanatory, but I had to include it anyway. The marketplace at cons are huge, and you have to skip the whole “waiting for your etsy order to arrive” process. If you’re lucky, some of your favorite artists may attend the con as well. Dealers’ hall and Artist alley are FILLED with all kinds of merchandise, posters, art, live commissions etc. It’s great!

Bonus: Not having to wait 4+ weeks for your merch or art is just pretty nice

Welp! I hope my convincing job has been somewhat successful! Hope to see you at a con soon ;)

- Joshi