Cosplay Fabrication: Hands-On Working with EVA Foam
Summary:
Participants will learn & practice techniques for working with EVA foam. Each participant will leave with an armored helmet they will manufacture during the workshop.
Description:
During the class each participant will construct a spangenhelm constructed of EVA foam. Instruction on the best tools, materials, and techniques will be taught and practiced. Advanced techniques such as angled cuts and the use of contact cement will be covered. This will be very hands-on and participants will finish the session with enough experience to confidently craft items out of EVA foam.
Cosplay Fabrication: Hands-On Working with Thermal Plastic (Worbla)
Summary:
Participants will learn & practice techniques for working with thermal plastic. Each participant will leave with a bracer, mask, or other small item they choose to manufacture during the workshop.
Description:
Participants will learn and practice techniques for working with thermal plastic. Each participant will leave with a small item they will manufacture during the workshop. Tools/materials provided. Samples of different types of thermal plastics will be present: Wonderflex, Classic Worbla, Clear Worbla, and Black Worbla. This will be very hands-on and participants will finish the session with enough experience to confidently craft items out of thermal plastic.
Cosplay Fabrication: Hands-On Working with Thermal Plastic (Worbla)
Summary:
Participants will learn & practice techniques for working with thermal plastic. Each participant will leave with a bracer, mask, or other small item they choose to manufacture during the workshop.
Description:
Participants will learn and practice techniques for working with thermal plastic. Each participant will leave with a small item they will manufacture during the workshop. Tools/materials provided. Samples of different types of thermal plastics will be present: Wonderflex, Classic Worbla, Clear Worbla, and Black Worbla. This will be very hands-on and participants will finish the session with enough experience to confidently craft items out of thermal plastic.
Cosplay Fabrication: Hands-On Working with Thermal Plastic (Worbla)
Summary:
Participants will learn & practice techniques for working with thermal plastic. Each participant will leave with a bracer, mask, or other small item they choose to manufacture during the workshop.
Description:
Participants will learn and practice techniques for working with thermal plastic. Each participant will leave with a small item they will manufacture during the workshop. Tools/materials provided. Samples of different types of thermal plastics will be present: Wonderflex, Classic Worbla, Clear Worbla, and Black Worbla. This will be very hands-on and participants will finish the session with enough experience to confidently craft items out of thermal plastic.
An introductory overview to the materials & techniques used to fabricate items for use in cosplay (armor, weapons, jewelry, etc.).
Description:
An introductory overview to the materials and techniques used to fabricate items for use in cosplay (armor, weapons, jewelry, etc.). Techniques will be demonstrated and samples of each material type will be available to examine. Materials covered will include: Open and closed cell foam, thermal plastic, leather, wood, polymer clay, cardboard, fiberglass resin/Bondo, found or repurposed objects, and basic electronic components. The goal of the workshop is for participants to gain enough knowledge of materials, tools, and techniques that they can begin to fabricate their own high quality cosplay items.
An introductory overview to the materials & techniques used to fabricate items for use in cosplay (armor, weapons, jewelry, etc.).
Description:
An introductory overview to the materials and techniques used to fabricate items for use in cosplay (armor, weapons, jewelry, etc.). Techniques will be demonstrated and samples of each material type will be available to examine. Materials covered will include: Open and closed cell foam, thermal plastic, leather, wood, polymer clay, cardboard, fiberglass resin/Bondo, found or repurposed objects, and basic electronic components. The goal of the workshop is for participants to gain enough knowledge of materials, tools, and techniques that they can begin to fabricate their own high quality cosplay items.
An introductory overview to the materials & techniques used to fabricate items for use in cosplay (armor, weapons, jewelry, etc.).
Description:
An introductory overview to the materials and techniques used to fabricate items for use in cosplay (armor, weapons, jewelry, etc.). Techniques will be demonstrated and samples of each material type will be available to examine. Materials covered will include: Open and closed cell foam, thermal plastic, leather, wood, polymer clay, cardboard, fiberglass resin/Bondo, found or repurposed objects, and basic electronic components. The goal of the workshop is for participants to gain enough knowledge of materials, tools, and techniques that they can begin to fabricate their own high quality cosplay items.
Cosplay photography on the Con Floor: Learn techniques to make the most of your cosplay photography. Instructed by Greg Inda, photographer for Glitter Guild Burlesque.
Description:
Learn tips for photographing cosplay on the con floor. Our focus will be on utilizing the available light, filling the frame with what's important, eliminating unpleasant backgrounds/distracting elements, and techniques to maximize your brief time with busy cosplayers. Nothing in this workshop is camera specific and all are welcome. You only need to bring your camera if you have specific questions, in which case please bring your camera manual as well. Workshop will include a Q&A session to address your specific questions. Beginners welcome. All ages welcome.
Pasties & tassel twirling are major parts of performing burlesque. This class will teach you how to make them & spin them. Class for female identified persons only. Please wear a sports bra.
Description:
Pasties and tassel twirling are major parts of performing burlesque and this class will teach you how to make them and spin them. Each participant will walk away with a pair to take home. Please wear a sports bra to this class for optimal spinning. Class for female identified persons only.
Dr. Sketchy's Indianapolis - Glitter Guild Edition
Summary:
Dr. Sketchy's Anti-Art School is the world's premier alt drawing movement. Come sketch the glamorous costumed performers of the Glitter Guild in an atmosphere of nerd culture conviviality!