Otafest 2019

Taking great pics of your cosplay costumes is important for any cosplayer. The best way to show your craftsmanship and cosplay skills will be posed photographs on your social media. But how do I get these photos? Do I have to wait till a great photographer asks me to work with him/ her/them? How do I find suitable locations? Where am I allowed to shoot? What happens if I don’t feel good about my photos? And how do I manage all of this together with my friends? This panel will explain from start to the finish how the process of cosplay photography works.

Sexual harassment of cosplayers happens, and it can happen to absolutely anyone. But why does it happen? How can we protect ourselves? What can we do for the community? Who is to blame? This panel will help people of all genders to handle the situation emotionally and tactically, and provide advice to everyone for what they can do to make our community a safer environment for everyone.

Have you ever wanted to create a non-humanoid character? Sit down with experienced creature creators Hyoken Seisou and TwinFlame Fabrications for an intimate dialogue about how to translate a non-human shape into a wearable costume. They also will be covering topics about casting and mold making.

Whether it’s your first time competing or you’re a seasoned veteran, join award winning cosplayers

Do you want more likes and followers? Here’s the real talk with Hyoken Seisou and TwinFlame Fabrications about the impact of a social media footprint and bullying.