What started out as a way to perpetually goof off with art supplies, for us, cosplay has since become a passion and a love for a community that is built on self-expression, creativity, and skill. We’re incredibly excited about cosplay construction, cosplay contests, cosplay event management, and working to make sure these events are inclusive of all types of people. 

Craftsmanship is our passion, and we find such joy in working with many techniques. From advanced sewing, wig work, casting and foam work, we are energized by and have developed expertise in a variety of construction areas. We have judged, produced, and provided consultation for dozens of live and virtual cosplay events both domestically and internationally to provide a fun, engaging experience for participants. 

We spend ample time personally and professionally on developing policies, bystander intervention techniques and combating issues of social injustice toward marginalized individuals. We also host workshops on various elements of cosplay construction, cosplay contest culture, and many other areas! Contact us, and let’s talk cosplay!

Guesting Experience

We are experienced cosplay contest judges, program, panel and workshop facilitators who would be happy to appear at your cosplay pop culture events.

Panels and Programming

Crafting

Advanced Wig Styling: Ventilating
Workshop
Learn how to creating natural hairlines, and facial hair using ventilating techniques by Con of Pros and Cons Cosplay

Mold Making and Resin Casting
Workshop
Mold making and casting can be a great way to add organic shapes and dimension to your project, while also adding stability, rigidity or other fun textures. It is also an excellent way to make lots of one thing! Join Pro of Pros and Cons Cosplay for this two-part workshop where attendees will walk away with their very own cottage-core themed diorama, decorated with the figure they cast.

Embossing for Boss Builds!
Workshop
Do you have the perfect fabric but want to add some razzle-dazzle? Are you interested in learning even more ways to add a personal touch to your garments? Embossing is for you! Attendees will learn to use various embossing techniques to amplify fabrics! Attendees will leave with self-made sample embossing squares.

Making a Wig from Scratch 
Panel or Workshop
Are you bold enough (or bored enough) to take your wig styling to the next level? This panel Con from Pros and Cons Cosplay will discuss the ins and outs of making a wig from scratch! Learn about the tools you need, steps you take, and a few tips and tricks to keep from pulling out your own hair making your own wig.

Smock and Awe
Workshop
Smocking is a type of fabric manipulation that will give your costumes some dimensional flare! This workshop will cover smocking basics and helpful tools. Attendees will be able to practice smocking by making a small pillow with Con of Pros and Cons Cosplay. 

That Doesn’t Work How You Think It Does: Cosplay Supply (Mis)use
Panel
This hilarious game show style panel reviews terrible things people try in cosplay while educating on the proper way to use materials. 

Wrangle that Wig: Wig Styling 101
Panel or Workshop
This workshop hosted by Con of Pros and Cons Cosplay will cover the basics of cosplay wig styling. Participants will practice basic styling techniques such as spiking, and cutting in the workshop version.  

Cosplay Contest Support Series

Cosplay Contest Essentials: Taking Your Cosplay to the Contest Ring 
Panel
Covers competitive cosplay from start to finish, from selecting a costume, creating a build book, using judging time effectively, and good sportsmanship. 

Cosplay Contest Judging Basics
Panel or Workshop
Covers the basic elements of serving as a cosplay contest judge such as what to look for, creating a good environment for contestants with diversity, equity and inclusion in mind, and other tricky matters that come up as a judge.

Cosplay Contest Runners Assemble! 
Panel or Workshop
This panel covers show running philosophy and practical approaches to cosplay contests.

Culture

Cosplay Horror Stories
Panel
Engages the audience in hilarious tales of cosplay related shenanigans, mishaps, and other unexpected yet amusingcosplay woes.

Culture of Change: Addressing Racism in Cosplay
Panel or Workshop
Covers cosplay related issues experienced by the BIPoC community, and provides action-based strategies for interrupting racism in the cosplay community.

Introduction to Cosplay: An Essential Guide for Beginners
Panel
Explores a brief history of cosplay, debunks myths, and highlights opportunities for beginners interested in this exciting and creative field! 

BIPOC Cosplay Guesting Demystified!
Panel
Serves as a primer for BIPOC who want to get into cosplay guesting.