This episode features a series of interviews conducted at the MCM|EGX Comic Con in London, showcasing the vibrant cosplay community. The conversations delve into personal experiences, future cosplay projects, and the sense of community that events like these foster. Participants share their thoughts on the event's organization, the need for more props, and their favorite fandoms, while also discussing the role of brands like Sneak in supporting the cosplay culture. The interviews highlight the creativity and passion within the cosplay community, making it a welcoming space for all. This conversation explores the vibrant world of cosplay at MCM, highlighting the joy of community, the challenges faced by photographers, and suggestions for improving the convention experience. Participants share their favorite aspects of MCM, upcoming cosplay projects, and the evolving nature of conventions, emphasizing the importance of social interactions and networking.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to MCM and EGX Comic Con Interviews

00:55 Cosplay Experiences and Community Engagement

04:05 Future Cosplay Projects and Inspirations

09:00 Cosplay and Fandom Discussions

15:04 Sneak's Role in the Cosplay Community

20:46 Creative Processes and Future Plans

22:37 The Joy of Cosplay and Community

25:22 Photography Challenges at Conventions

30:34 Experiences and Improvements at MCM

35:19 Cosplay Inspirations and Future Projects

39:17 The Evolution of Conventions and Networking

Socials for everyone who was interviewed at MCM|EGX.

Littlemissanniekins Insta: https://www.instagram.com/littlemissanniekins/

Projectcosplayuk Insta: https://www.instagram.com/projectcosplayuk/

Captian_Tempest_ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/captain_tempest_/

Eemily.hannah Insta: https://www.instagram.com/eemily.hannah/

Lollypoppow Insta: https://www.instagram.com/lollypoppow/

SonSon Photography Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sonson.photos/

C_Lestrange Insta: https://www.instagram.com/c_lestrange/

Cosplay_Gamer_ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/cosplay_gamer__/

its.chloehill Insta: https://www.instagram.com/its.chloehill/

This conversation delves into various themes, exploring personal experiences and insights that shape perspectives. It highlights key lessons learned and discusses future directions based on these insights.

In this episode, the hosts are joined by photographers B.H.C.Photography and Bigfootphotos to discuss their journey into cosplay photography. We share early and recent photos, highlighting our growth and the importance of finding and owning one’s style. The discussion covers favorite conventions like Secret Con, preferred shooting locations, gear, and the challenges of social anxiety and technical settings. Emphasizing community, creativity, and confidence, they offer tips on lighting, collaboration, and staying focused on creating art rather than social media metrics. The episode ends with your questions.

Host: 

Darren - iPhotoUK - Insta: https://www.instagram.com/iphotouk/

Tom - Switch Photography - Insta: https://www.instagram.com/switch_gn/

Guest:

Gareth -Bigfootphotos - Intsa: https://www.instagram.com/bigfootphotos1912/

Rob - B.H.C.Photography - Insta: https://www.instagram.com/b.h.c.photography/

Podcast Social Media:

Insta: cosplay.togs.all.things.nerdy - https://www.instagram.com/cosplay.togs.all.things.nerdy/

Spotify: Cosplay, Togs & All Things Nerdy - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cosplay-togs--all-things-

Chapters

00:00 Podcast Intro

00:07 Introduction and Guest Introductions

11:08 Rob's Early and Recent Photos

15:41 Gareth's Early and Recent Photos

32:09 Darren's Early and Recent Photos

43:17 Audience Questions and Conclusion

52:41 Favorite Conventions and Locations for Cosplay Photography

01:09:01 Overcoming Challenges in Cosplay Photography

01:16:00 Embracing the Process and Ignoring Social Media Metrics

01:23:02 Finding Joy and Fun in Cosplay Photography

01:29:19 Building a Supportive Community

01:39:53 The Unique Experience of Secret Con

01:44:37 Gear Recommendations for Cosplay Photography

01:56:10 Overcoming Technical Challenges

02:02:34 Experimenting with Lighting Setups and Techniques

02:12:01 Building Confidence through Showing Cosplayers the Back of the Camera

02:17:30 Choosing the Right Conventions for Cosplay Photography

02:23:07 Having Fun and Enjoying the Process of Cosplay Photography

02:27:30 Podcast Outro