MEDIA KIT

disclaimer: i will glance a lot to my left during the video to refer to my notes and make sure my train of thought is on par. (ADHD.) i apologize in advance! How To Be a Cosplay Guest, broken down into five areas of focus. Marketing (getting your name out there) Networking (making those connections) Community (being a part of/resource for the cosplay community) Talent/Skills/Offerings (what can you bring to the table?) Taking Care (take care of you and all that goes into this) I am not authorized to speak on behalf of any other convention, convention staff, leadership, or entity. I share this video based upon my experiences in my cosplay career, with full and positive intentions of helping other cosplayers looking to get into this. I happily welcome advice from any other seasoned cosplayers who have guested regularly, especially if there is anything that I missed or that you believe could also be helpful. References/Sources: Canva-- https://www.canva.com/ site is free to use but full design capabilities and implementation of a brand kit will cost for their monthly subscription, $14.99 Business Cards-- https://www.overnightprints.com/ (business cards/small printed materials) https://www.48hourprint.com/ (full suite of printing, including my cosplay banners. see them here: https://youtu.be/pmJLguW_VJo?si=pArHy405pf6datcs&t=5591 but you don't have to watch the entire video unless you want to.) NFC Business Card-- https://v1ce.us/?shpxid=198929de-3223-4a35-a071-5a60e609c7f7 Beverly's Media Kit Post: https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid02m9MYWJjKASCXsBC7sjcVreRWDppnkTnP8ZPbVicV1zWUppRog3WZFr61Ee938J4Cl&id=100063655324717&mibextid=Nif5oz&paipv=0&eav=AfYTOxYEV5pVYMRoSe5tdaHPN7eheRiUidXeM0zL5MyfCsQWoqUgUteIpyiFmIpuJZE&_rdr Beverly's Website: https://www.downencreativestudios.com/ Cosplay Marketing Group by Ginny Di: https://www.facebook.com/groups/712603995534739/ Ginny's Website: https://www.ginnydi.com/ Quotes Cited: R. Phillips R. Tufte T. Feehery Alia's Information: https://www.instagram.com/magicalblackgirlalia/ story shared with permission Kirby Hat: Game Stop Kirby Hoodie: BoxLunch Wig: Sam's Beauty (Janet Collection: Willow) Lashes: Ioni 3D Faux Mink Lipstick: Loreal Liquid Lipstick, no. 432 Foundation: Cover FX Power Play Camera: Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Edited with Movie Studio 17, Canva (topic cards) & Microsoft Clip Champ (text overlay) If you read all of this, thank you! Leave a heart emoji in the comments.

Finally after weeks of waiting, here is the how to/tutorial for how I made my claw for Lust, from Full Metal Alchemist. I used Worbla (black and white) EVA Foam, Foam Clay and contact cement. A heat gun, cutting tool, Dremel or other rotary/sanding tool, paint, sealant and PlastiDip were necessary. My idea of using small metal washers and magnets is a nice one, but not well executed. The washers made the fingertips bulky and difficult to turn right side out. However I will explore that method for other cosplays in the future. Thank you so much to @plastidip for sponsoring this project and my work; it is an honor to be one of your ambassadors. If you have any other questions don't hesitate to ask in the comments. I have heard that these claws could also work for Resident Evil's Lady Dimitrescu, so please reach out if this could help. Photo Credit: Con Floor Pic -- The Kid Professional Photos -- Sam Pho, Lucky Photo Lust: Homunculi/Villain featured in Full Metal Alchemist Dress and Gloves also sewn by me. Audio Track: Infraction- Hurt You Music provided by Infraction No Copyright Music Spotify: https://bit.ly/477ec04 #bespokeinfluence #plastidip #plastidipped #plastidipmasters #plastidipintl #plastidipping #worbla

A real and raw look at my thoughts, emotions and experience preparing to be a cosplay guest for Planet Anime KC. this is a very long video, as this was four weeks of footage truncated down into 2 hours. There wasn't a real way that I could break this up into parts or a series either. Originally I had the intention of creating a helpful guide for other cosplayers wanting to learn about guesting, but it turned into my own check list, reflections and encouragement as I made my preparations. (the cosplay guesting video is still on the way though.) Filmed specifically for two people, and a few others who won't mind the long form format.