Burnout happens to us all, and usually at the worst possible time.
So how do you get out of that slump? Next time you find yourself demotivated, give these tips a try…… Read More fake it while you make it: how to deal with burnout in cosplay.
By now, I’ve worn my much lamented beard to three cons, two test shoots, and a studio shoot, and I’ve really fallen in love with cosplaying General Kenobi. I’ve had quite a few questions about it so thought I’d pull them all together into a beard FAQ!… Read More i moustache you a question.
Have you told your boss that you cosplay? Have you ever mentioned cosplay on a job application? If cosplay experience is all you have, click through to learn how to make the skills you’ve developed through your hobby work for you…… Read More dress for the job you want: how to include cosplay on your resume.
On Monday morning, I walked to work as Darth Vader.
I don’t think I was very good at it, but then, I haven’t practiced for 1,000 hours and learned to meditate into rage on command while listening to my power song like one of the men behind the mask in the Disney+ series Obi-Wan Kenobi. … Read More you don’t know the power of the dark side: an audience with darth dmitrious.
After a few weeks off, and last weekend’s final MCM of the year, I wanted to reflect on some easy ways that cosplayers, photographers, and general attendees can be more respectful of each other both at and outside of conventions.… Read More manners maketh man.
Performance anxiety, more often known as stage fright, is common even among professionals. Imaging the audience naked has never /really/ been a good idea; here are some that actually work…… Read More feel the fear and do it anyway: how to cope with stage fright.
This is the final part of my four-part convention recap, all about results and reflections! You can find all my thoughts related to ICL, Japan Weekend, and our Clone Wars cosplays under the #clonetours tag…… Read More icl day four: it’s over, anakin.
This is part three of my four-part convention recap, covering the day of the competition itself! You can find all my thoughts related to ICL, Japan Weekend, and our Clone Wars cosplays under the #clonetours tag…… Read More icl day three: some things can’t be forgotten.
This is part two of my four-part convention recap, about our sightseeing and rehearsals day! You can find all my thoughts related to ICL, Japan Weekend, and our Clone Wars cosplays under the #clonetours tag…… Read More icl day two: this is where the fun begins.
ICYMI, you didn’t get a post last week because me, Kerritcos, and Amazonian Cosplay were busy living it large in Madrid for the International Cosplay League finals!! This is part one of my four-part convention recap. You can find all my thoughts related to ICL, Japan Weekend, and our Clone Wars cosplays under the #clonetours tag…… Read More icl day one: another happy landing.
the captain's log 