04:00 PM | Location: Boomer A
This just in! Experts confirm that you can breathe just fine in a corset. Join us to take a look at the historical inaccuracies about clothing in popular books, TV, and movies (ahem, Bridgerton). Learn about the modern-day workarounds used to present these onscreen, onstage, and in our wildest imaginations.
Moderator: Daniel Erickson
Panelists: Daniel Erickson, Britt Alfred, Divine Creations Cosplay - Allison, Divine Creations Cosplay - Marlie, Demi Gray
Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, History, Pop Culture & Entertainment, General Interest, Film & TV
09:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Atrium
Join panelists in the hotel breakfast area for morning networking and conversation. BYO coffee, please.
Moderator: -
Panelists: Michael "Gecko" Adams, Alice-of-Hearts, Julie Barrett, Aaron Bossig, Dara Fogel, PhD, Divine Creations Cosplay - Allison, Divine Creations Cosplay - Marlie, Phillip Drayer Duncan, Rhonda Eudaly, Mark Finn, J.H. Fleming, Tim Frayser, GalaxyGhost, Teddy Harvia, Trina Jacobs, Melinda LaFevers, Tracy S. Morris, Mrs. Babb, Stephen Patrick, Jeff Provine, Rook Riley, Collin Salmonowicz, A C Smart, Tommy B. Smith, Laura J. Underwood, Yakisoba Zay Michaels
Tracks: Meetup, General Interest, Professional Development
10:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
With 3D printing on the rise, many cosplayers are incorporating it into their process. But how? Is it as simple as downloading files and finding a 3D printer? What's the difference between paying a print shop and finding a makerspace?
Moderator: Collin Salmonowicz
Panelists: Collin Salmonowicz, Divine Creations Cosplay - Allison, Divine Creations Cosplay - Marlie, SkylineStars, Stellae Cosplay
Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Maker, STEM
Noon | Location: Boomer B
Is it time to take your cosplay into the wild? There are many ways cosplay can be used beyond conventions: charity work, comic-shop events, educational programs, tabletop role-playing games, gatherings, and more. Panelists discuss suitable locations for cosplay activities, strategies for navigating positive versus negative attention in public spaces, the logistics of organizing outdoor photoshoot gatherings, and more.
Moderator: Thousand Faces Cosplay
Panelists: Thousand Faces Cosplay, Carousel Cosplay/Padme Peaches, Divine Creations Cosplay - Allison, Divine Creations Cosplay - Marlie, Prince.pastel, TattedSith Cosplay
Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Culture & World Affairs, General Interest
01:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
The showdown returns! Four cosplayers have 30 minutes to quick-construct the best costume with the provided materials. Basic cosplay materials are provided along with some not-so-basic options to use, as well as a secret theme and required materials. The audience is the judge of this creative contest. May the best cosplay win! (Supplies provided)
Moderator: Buck Berlin
Panelists: Buck Berlin, Alice-of-Hearts, Divine Creations Cosplay - Allison, Divine Creations Cosplay - Marlie, Lollalotus, Miss OoLaLa
Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Gaming, Maker, Art, Pop Culture & Entertainment