Costume/Cosplay Design for Beginners!

900 Pressley Road,Charlotte NC 28217

02 April, 2021

Description

Design your own Costume or Perfect your Cosplay in this Beginner Design Course! Has quarantine got you itching to go to the renaissance festival? Is Halloween your favorite holiday? Are you impatiently waiting to cosplay at a convention or swing boffers at LARP? We can help with that! While we might not be quite ready to open up all large themed events, we ARE able scratch that itch by gearing up to go! A quality costume takes time and planning to create. In this class we will cover all the details necessary to get you creating. This includes Character/costume Inspiration Design sketches Pattern & construction concepts Accessories & details to consider Materials to create your garb This class is about the ideas and design behind the costume or cosplay garments you would like to create. We will discuss what needs to be done to get everything prepared for your costuming endeavor. It should be noted This is NOT a fashion design class, though some aspects may be beneficial for both. We will NOT be physically constructing garments at this time. If there is interest, I'm happy to put together a costume creation class in the future, or provide 1-on-1 assistance! It's not required, but if you have ideas for a costume or character you'd like to cosplay please bring them! Each guest will leave with a design sketch and a plan to create their very own costume or cosplay! Costume/Cosplay Design for Beginners is taught by Tess, of Fabled Fabrications. A props, accessories, & costume company she started with her boyfriend, Joey. The goal of Fabled Fabrications is to work with nerdy groups & individuals to bring their epic fantasy scenarios to life. They currently work with LARPs (Live action role play) to create immersive settings, garb, and characters that bring the fantasy storyline to the next level. Tess could be described theatre geek gone rogue. She has been creating characters and functional art for as long as she can remember. She learned to sew & crochet from her mother in her early teens, and has since used those skills to create costumes for plays & holidays, and personalized gifts for her friends & family. Her repertoire has expanded to include clay & paper mache sculpting, leatherwork, & a bit of graphic design. Tess believes that anything and everything is figureoutable when you put your mind to it, & there is no reason not to live out your nerdy dreams to the fullest! Minors are welcome to attend, though they must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. No additional ticket needed. Guests are asked to be on time for events. MakerSpace Charlotte dues-paying members can check their email for a monthly Access Code to unlock member discounts on Eventbrite during checkout. Face coverings are required. Masks must cover the nose and mouth, as mandated in NC. Hand sanitizer and bathrooms are available for hand washing during the event. Guests will be asked to maintain social distance during the class. MakerSpace Charlotte is located in the brick side door, up the ramp. Ring bell for entry. Want more? View our complete schedule over at MakerSpaceCharlotte.org. See what other classes are available, or schedule a time to tour the space!