Masterclass series at Armageddon 2012

By Highlander. 08/01/12, 06:46 pm

Hmm. Wonder if Tony would help, or add any extra to what anyone else can say. Maybe he could do consultations afterwards, which makes me think of someone else which may be able to. Hmm.

By Le_Saboteur. 10/01/12, 11:29 am

By neimhaille. 10/01/12, 12:02 pm

lol! Yes. PA all the way through out that horrible spirit gum! For a product that looks and smells for all the world like paint flow medium and at first feels like it, it sure does grab!

I think a good approach will be to cover a wide range of bases as with all things there are specific needs for different occasions (film set, theatre, body art, conventions...) and some products and techniques are more suitable than others :)

Right so it looks like the basic breakdown of classes is all set so I'll get them to Bill and they'll be on the site :) And then as time goes on more specific info can be detailed :)

By neimhaille. 28/01/12, 06:53 pm

Just sent Bill the list so it should be on site soon:
Hamilton:
Cosplay as Illusion part 1:
Costumes and props in anime/manga and video games do not have to follow real world problems such as gravity. Often they are difficult to travel with or wear safely around others. Our presenters have all created props that are safe for wearing and travel yet are impressive and often relatively cost effective.

Wellington:
Cosplay as Illusion part 2:
Often in games and movies humanoid characters are of the most interesting and inspiring to recreate. But just how to make and wear prosthetics and appliances can be out of the experience for most. Our presenters will share their experiences with working in the home to create facial and body prosthetics safely and effectively at home.

Christchurch:
Fabricating Cosplay:
Fabric is one of the most misunderstood materials to work with in cosplay, our presenters explain how to identify and look for fabrics in stores that don't always know what they have. They will also present some quick patterning techniques as well as how to manipulate fabric that is almost right into being just right.

Auckland:
Cosplaying Giants:
It is not just props that can be larger than life, often costume pieces involve oversized armour or wings or even legs that bend backwards. Once again our presenters share their experiences with making and wearing costumes that need special support and construction to wear.

So, I can talk about something in every class but of course this is a community directed series so please email at armageddon.cosplay@gmail.com if you or someone you know would be interested.
Please keep in mind I will be looking for people comfortable with talking in public but can also keep to a time limit :) Depending on the numbers for each class is how long we will each have :)

Covered most of what was brought up here and the topics not directly covered (clay types, fixing mistakes) can be covered in there somehow... I'm sure they can...

By Static. 28/01/12, 10:13 pm

Hooray! Can't wait for any/all of them!

By neimhaille. 28/01/12, 11:07 pm

I'm thinking of making someone up as an Asari on stage ;) I suspect I may be in other body paint that day...

I can glue and paint while talking and letting others talk ;)

By Static. 28/01/12, 11:13 pm

MODEL VOLUNTEER, RIGHT HERE

By brunetteyes. 03/02/12, 11:52 am

Will all the tutorials be up on youtube? I dont want to miss any, but not likely I'd make it to every Geddon.