Costuming

Steampunk Costuming
A discussion of the genre, it’s costuming and props

Cyberpunk Costuming
A discussion on the genre, it’s costuming and props

Sci-Fi Costuming
A discussion on the genre, it’s costuming and props

Halloween Costuming
A history of the biggest holiday of the year for costuming and upcoming trends

Closet Costumes
No budget and no time? How to build a costume from what you have in your closet or can easily find.

Cosplay as a Profession
What does it take to make a living as a cosplayer

The Differences of Costuming and Props for Stage, Screen, Conventions and Halloween
Not all costumes are created equal. Learn what separates costuming as made for Stage and Screen, Conventions and Parties

Drafting a Pattern
Can’t find the pattern you’re looking for? Learn how to draft a pattern to make your own

Electrifying Your Costume – adding lights to your Costume
Different techniques and types of lighting to add to your costume

Interpreting a 2D Costume to 3D
Bringing something from a flat page or animated screen to the real world is a challenge. Learn some tricks for interpreting a 2D costume to the 3D world

Let’s Talk Shoes
The shoes really do complete the look and in the world of costuming that is no different

How to Find and Order Props/Costumes From a Maker
Your not a seamstress or a maker but want an awesome costume. How to find the people who make them and how to order from them.

How To Pose and Perform for Still Photography and Video
Learn how to research your character to pose for a still photograph but also to be comfortable moving if asked for a video.

How To Wear Your Costume Not Let Your Costume Wear You
Having an awesome costume, amazing makeup and perfect hair and shoes is only half the battle.

The Psychology of Wardrobe
When you need your “character” to make an immediate first impression, you need to understand why people react in a certain way to the colors and style they are wearing.

Working with Foam
Tools and techniques for working with Foam

Working with Leather
Tools and techniques for working with leather

Working with Worbla
Tools and techniques for working with worbla