Curious about all the costumes at conventions? Wonder what it is all about? What are these costume contests like? Interested in joining in?

This is an introductory-friendly survey of what is cosplay; I’ll cover many opportunities for you to be involved, learn new skills, and make progress on your first cosplay!

Style: Panel style, optional workshop/classroom styleDuration: 60 minContent Topics: Cosplay, costume design, design thinking, interdisciplinary thinking
 Participants will leave with: a start & progress on their first cosplays! Personnel:  Easily able to teach soloContent rating: suitable for all audiences
 Presented/Taught at: California State University, American Sewing Guild, CarrierCon, Chimera Maker SpaceRequirements:Projector or TV, speakers, microphone, & laptop hookups Extra materials required: paper and pens!