Cosplay
2:00 PM | Location: Sooner B
Anti-Heroes and Why We Love Them
Killmonger, Homelander, Deadpool—the entire Doom Patrol and Suicide Squad. What makes one a villain and another an antihero? While superheroes dominate the landscape, there’s a growing trend of fan affection for the not-so-straight shooters of the super squad. Why are antiheroic characters so popular, and how is this shaping pop-culture storytelling?
Moderator: ET Wardwell
Panelists: ET Wardwell, Sherri Dean, John Eads, Tim Frayser
Tracks: Film & TV, Comics, Cosplay, Writing & Publishing, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Gaming
1:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Armor Building Basics
Do you want to make that cool cosplay armor but you don’t know where to begin? This crash course will cover everything you need to know about patterning, tools, materials, and more to get started on your own armor build!
Moderator: Remy Domino
Panelists: Remy Domino, Beku.Cos
4:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
Body Art 101: Full Coverage Options and Products
Ever wanted to cosplay a colorful character, but had no idea where to start to get realistic-looking blue skin? In this class you will learn about different ways to create full-coverage makeup for cosplay, including mixing your own custom colors, different kinds of body paint and ways to apply them, and airbrushing sweat/transfer-proof, alcohol-based makeup. Your host will go over pricing, sourcing, and removal, as well as an introduction on how to use an airbrush system. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $10 fee.)
Moderator: Vanessa Green
Panelists: Vanessa Green
Noon | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
Build a Dress Form
Use t-shirts, duct tape, and stuffing to build a dress form just for you! BYO old t-shirt you're comfortable transforming into this item. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $20 fee.)
Moderator: Lollalotus
Panelists: Lollalotus, Lauren Howard (Stellae Cosplay)
Tracks: Maker, Costuming & Fashion, Cosplay, Workshop
2:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
But Is It Art? (It Is—Deal with it.)
So you're like, into cosplay? No, you're a costume department of one. You're a sewist, a painter, a sculptor, a performer, and so much more. Join in a discussion about cosplay as an art form, and its ever-evolving standards.
Moderator: Hall of Femme
Panelists: Hall of Femme, Alice-of-Hearts, Jovial Juggernaut, Mimic Rae, Moe
Tracks: Art, Costuming & Fashion, Maker, Performing Arts, Cosplay
4:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma A2
Cosplay for Kids
Cosplayers share how to get started in cosplay for our youth-aged cosplay fans!
Moderator: R Karch Photography
Panelists: R Karch Photography, Jovial Juggernaut, Lollalotus, the Lo-Fi Ky
2:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Cosplaying On a Budget with Knightmage
Award-winning creator of over 270 cosplays, Knightmage shares super-saver tips on how to cosplay when you don't have a ton of money in the bank, but you've got a TON of ideas and style.
Moderator: Knightmage
Panelists: Knightmage
Tracks: Cosplay, Maker, Costuming & Fashion
3:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Finishing 3D-Printed Pieces
3D print striations got you puzzled? You can use body filler, spot putty, filler primer, UV resin, acetone, and more in the finishing process to get high-quality looks and detail points in your cosplay’s printed pieces. It’s easy to forget when you’re crunching to complete your build and working at home, so we’ll cover best practices for sanding safety and more, too. Join engineer, fabricator, and cosplayer WandererTJ for this informative session for makers.
Moderator: WandererTJ
Panelists: WandererTJ
Tracks: Costuming & Fashion, STEM, Maker, Cosplay
3:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Genderbending for Cosplay
Genderbending, or genderswapping your favorite character adds a new layer of creativity to your cosplay! Learn how to take your unique design from concept to reality, and discuss the benefits of taking creative license with your costumes.
Moderator: Beku.Cos
Panelists: Beku.Cos, Remy Domino
Tracks: Costuming & Fashion, Cosplay
1:00 PM | Location: Boomer A
Guilty Pleasure Anime
Even “bad” anime can be good fun. Stand by your fandom! What are some of your all-time favorite guilty-pleasure animes, and what makes them so bad that they're good? Cosplay encouraged!
Moderator: Jovial Juggernaut
Panelists: Jovial Juggernaut, Crazy Red Artist, Fae Mullens, Clinton Girkin
10:00 PM | Location: University C
Killjoy's Drag Cosplay Spectacular
The Cosplay Spectacular is a revue of drag and cosplay artists from all over Oklahoma (and maybe beyond!). Join us for a fun show featuring hosts L.L.Killjoy and Mica Membrane!
Moderator: L.L.Killjoy
Panelists: L.L.Killjoy, GatorDunn, Mica Membrane, Phoenix Noire, Yakisoba Michaels
Tracks: Music, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Performing Arts, Cosplay
Noon | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Live Cosplay Studio Photography How-To
Please bring your cameras to this workshop (cellphones don't count). Participants will be taught the basics of photography, photographer etiquette, model etiquette, and will have the opportunity to photograph a cosplayer in a studio setup. We will interact with a live model while also getting the opportunity to take photos at the same time. Whether you are a novice or an expert, this is an opportunity to sharpen your skills. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $10 fee.)
Moderator: Squirrelly Jedi Photography
Panelists: Squirrelly Jedi Photography
1:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 1 Boardroom
Photoshop Skills for Cosplay Shoots
Learn how to turn your cosplay photos into something eye-catching, unique, and magical by using Photoshop. R Karch Photography gives you the step-by-step process on changing backgrounds, adding lights, adding weather effects, making images pop, and more. (1 hour. Limit 14 participants. $5 fee.)
Moderator: R Karch Photography
Panelists: R Karch Photography
4:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
So You Want to Enter a Costume Contest?
Tips for everything costume contests—preparing your application; brainstorming your ideas; how prejudging works; and what the awards are. Plus, how to deal with stage fright while upping your stage presence to enjoy your time in the spotlight as an awesome creative.
Moderator: Knightmage
Panelists: Buck Berlin, Carousel Costumes, Cal Custard, Kekkuda, Knightmage
Tracks: Costuming & Fashion, General Interest, Cosplay
5:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Suiting Up with the 501st
Learn how to cosplay with The Force, for charity! Members of the Oklahoma Garrison of the 501st Legion talk about building their iconic Star Wars costumes, how to Troop, demonstrate suiting up Return of the Jedi's Boushh, plus share info about the joining the Legion and other area Star Wars orgs.
Moderator: Oklahoma Garrison of the 501st Legion
Panelists: Steven Manning, Oklahoma Garrison of the 501st Legion
4:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma A1
What's Your Superhero Costume?
Kids make-and-take. Assemble and embellish your own superhero cosplay. (Supplies provided.)
Moderator: Lauren Howard (Stellae Cosplay)
Panelists: Lauren Howard (Stellae Cosplay), Alice-of-Hearts, La Blanke, Fae Mullens
Noon | Location: Oklahoma G
Your Origin Story: Beginning Cosplay
Whether it be handmade, store-bought, or some combination of the two, panelists discuss getting started cosplaying. Everyone starts somewhere!
Moderator: Hall of Femme
Panelists: Hall of Femme, Mimic Rae, Rynaga
Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion
11:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma A1
Agents of SHIELD Shield Making
Have you got what it takes to be an Agent of SHIELD? Join veteran agents to make your own shield and join SHIELD!
Moderator: Heroic Inner Kids
Panelists: Heroic Inner Kids
5:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
Art Imitating Life, Imitating…
Since the earliest times, we have experienced the world and shared that experience by creating works of art. New ideas emerge from creative expression. Examine this symbiotic journey, as how art eventually becomes reality and vice versa.
Moderator: Jan S. Gephardt
Panelists: Jan S. Gephardt, Daniel Erickson, Dara Fogel, PhD, Chaz Kemp, Tracy S. Morris, Steven E. Wedel
Tracks: Art, Anime, Cosplay, Film & TV, Internet Life, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Writing & Publishing
10:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma G
Catastrophic Cosplay
Sometimes a seam pops, sometimes a design is too ambitious, sometimes bad deals are made or things get really...weird. We'll cover it all! Cosplayers happily discuss their favorite disastrous cosplay experiences, and how this helped them improve.
Moderator: Court's Cosplay
Panelists: Alice-of-Hearts, Aoi Kitsu, Carousel Costumes, Jovial Juggernaut
Tracks: Costuming & Fashion, Maker, Cosplay
4:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Cosplay for Fun or Cosplay FTW
Each cosplayer has their own reason(s). From scene-accurate builds, OCs, or first-time store-bought and found constructions, cosplay is art for everyone. Come learn the differences, share your own, maybe even learn something new!
Moderator: Mimic Rae
Panelists: Mimic Rae, Chaotic Neutral Cosplay, John Eads, Luna Reign Cosplay, Tall Chick Cosplay
Tracks: Art, Costuming & Fashion, Maker, Cosplay
8:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ
Costume Contest
SoonerCon's 30th annual Masquerade Costume Contest! Sponsored by Bernina OKC, TNT Cosplay Supply, OKC Fabric Market, and One Stop Anime.
Moderator: John Eads
Panelists: John Eads, Beku.Cos, Kekkuda, Knightmage, Remy Domino
Tracks: Maker, Costuming & Fashion, Art, Performing Arts, Cosplay
10:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: JQH Boardroom
Costume Contest Prejudging Sessions
All interested costume-contest contestants must attend their assigned prejudging session in full costume. Questions? Find the Costuming Info table near Con HQ/Registration. (3 hours; various timeslots assigned by SoonerCon's costuming staff.)
Moderator: Beku.Cos
Panelists: Beku.Cos, Kekkuda, Knightmage, Remy Domino
Tracks: Maker, Cosplay, Contest, Costuming & Fashion, Performing Arts
5:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Create an OC Cosplay
Want to join the cosplay craze, but can't find the right character that fits your personality? Create your own original character! Pick a name, develop your story, and design your costume. The options are limitless! Panelists discuss designing an OC cosplay concept.
Moderator: The Singing Costumer
Panelists: Vanessa Green, Kekkuda, Kathleen M O'Brien, Raiva, TattedSith Cosplay
Tracks: Art, Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Maker
Noon | Location: Sooner B
Elevator to Success! What’s Your Pitch?
What’s an elevator pitch? It’s a brief explanation, presented in the time it takes to take an elevator ride. This skill is invaluable in sharing your work without being a bore or being too aggressive. Our panelists help you develop your own elevator pitch for fun and profit!
Moderator: Rosemary Clement-Moore
Panelists: Rosemary Clement-Moore, Jerry Bennett, Julia S. Mandala, Caleb Masters, Alan J Porter
Tracks: Art, Performing Arts, Music, Gaming, Business & Marketing, Cosplay, Writing & Publishing, Maker
3:00 PM | Location: Boomer A
Fan Art vs. Original Art
While fan art is intended as a tribute to the original work, some creators and collectors are concerned. It’s use of an artists' intellectual property by someone else—particularly when put out for sale. Where does homage end and plagiarism begin?
Moderator: Chaz Kemp
Panelists: Chaz Kemp, JR Daniels, Brenna Deutchman, Jovial Juggernaut, Harold Neal, Scott Zrubek
Tracks: Internet Life, Writing & Publishing, Cosplay, Gaming, Art, Business & Marketing
3:00 PM | Location: Sooner B
Fursuiting 101
A crash course in everything fursuiting related! From building the suit, suiting up for the first time, and how to move and perform in your suit! This panel is an all-ages panel focused on fursuit performing and fursuit building.
Moderator: Cal Custard
Panelists: Cal Custard, Kekkuda, Moe
Tracks: Anime, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Costuming & Fashion, Maker, Cosplay
1:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ
Harry Potter Sorting Ceremony
"There's nothing hidden in your head The Sorting Hat can't see, So try me on and I will tell you Where you ought to be." - Sorting Hat's Song, 1991 Come first-year wizards and witches! Get sorted into your Hogwarts house by the Sorting Hat!
Moderator: Heroic Inner Kids
Panelists: Heroic Inner Kids, Fae Mullens, Robert Mullens, Raiva
Noon | Location: University C
Improv Techniques for Cosplay
You've perfected your D. Va build, fashioned your Belle for the ball, embroidered every line of trim for Megumin's hat, cloak and skirt, and are ready to morph into action with your Green Ranger. Now what? Cosplay isn't just for posing and pics! Have fun interacting in character with other congoers using these tried-and-true improv techniques.
Moderator: EBA Comedy
Panelists: EBA Comedy, Crazy Red Artist
Tracks: Performing Arts, Cosplay
5:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: JQH Boardroom
Let's Make a Tail!
Stumped on how to add that extra pizzazz to your costume? Want to get started on fursuit making? Let’s start with something fun! Let’s make a tail! Instructional panel on how to make tails for cosplay and fursuit use. We will be building a small tail together, but panel will go over multiple sizes and types. (1.5 hours) Limit 14 participants.
Moderator: Cal Custard
Panelists: Cal Custard
1:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
Light Up Your Costumes: A Gemma Wearable Processor How-To
This introductory workshop will teach you the basics of CircuitPython using a Gemma M0 processor. The Gemma has an onboard DotStar LED, so no soldering will be necessary. We’ll even build a basic prop for you to show off! We will have appropriate software for PC and Mac laptops. If your computer doesn’t use either operating system, then a text editor will work. There’s just an extra step you need to take, and we’ll show you what to do. (If you’ve used Python before, you may have Mu or EMACS on your laptop. If so, you’re good to go!) (2 hours. Limit 12 participants. $15 fee.)
Moderator: Julie Barrett
Panelists: Julie Barrett
Tracks: Cosplay, Maker, STEM, Costuming & Fashion, Workshop
2:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Makeup Demo with Knightmage!
Knightmage is known for his bang-up makeup designs and fun social-media vids with on-budget cosplays featuring TONS of characters from pop culture. All skill levels are welcome for this special make-up demo for achieving color contrast in makeup for your next costume.
Moderator: Knightmage
Panelists: Knightmage
1:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Return of the Seminar: How to Become an Evil Overlord
Expert overlords coach newcomers on many topics, such as lair construction, the ever-important costume, the best weapons, and the care and feeding of minions. (And disposing of those who mess up.)
Moderator: Phillip Drayer Duncan
Panelists: Phillip Drayer Duncan, Sherri Dean, John Ferguson aka Count Gregore, Jovial Juggernaut, Kimber, Julia S. Mandala
Tracks: Writing & Publishing, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Fandoms, Cosplay, Anime
3:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Social Media for Cosplayers
Whether it’s just a fun hobby or you’re looking to build your own cosplay brand, social media is an integral part of the cosplay experience! Join us as we discuss the best ways to use these tools, break down what they mean, and talk about which platforms best fit your cosplay style.
Moderator: Beku.Cos
Panelists: Beku.Cos, Remy Domino
Tracks: Cosplay, Business & Marketing
2:00 PM | Location: North Hallway
Star Wars Parade
Calling all fans and cosplayers to witness this march of rebels, Imperialists, Jawas, and other Star Wars character favorites throughout the convention floor.
Moderator: Oklahoma Garrison of the 501st Legion
Panelists: Oklahoma Garrison of the 501st Legion, JediOKC, John Eads
Tracks: General Interest, Cosplay, Fandoms
1:30 PM | Location: North Hallway
Star Wars Parade Meet-up
If you're in Star Wars costuming, head over to the line-up spot for assignment from the 501st for your spot to walk in the con floor parade.
Moderator: Oklahoma Garrison of the 501st Legion
Panelists: Oklahoma Garrison of the 501st Legion, John Eads, JediOKC
Tracks: Meetup, Cosplay, General Interest, Fandoms
10:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ
Superhero School
New World Comics presents Avengers Assembled, featuring MCU and comic-book favorites. Learn about your favorite Avengers! Ask them about their adventures and take time for pictures.
Moderator: Buck Berlin
Panelists: Buck Berlin, La Blanke, Hazel Conley
Tracks: Cosplay, Performing Arts, Comics
4:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: JQH Boardroom
Thanks, It Has Pockets!
Navigating the con floor without your essentials is unthinkable - but where does Superman carry his credit card? How does Spider-Man use a touchscreen? From zentai suits to heavy armor, you can learn simple ways to add functionality to any costume to make them work in the real world without compromising your style. (1 hour. Limit 14 participants.)
Moderator: Hall of Femme
Panelists: Hall of Femme
4:00 PM | Location: Sooner A
The Hero's New Reality
The Hero's Journey, one of the most appealing narrative structures, takes a person from the ordinary to extraordinary then back again. How do these steps define a hero? How do our encounters with fictional heroes shape our worldviews when we face similar challenges IRL?
Moderator: Dara Fogel, PhD
Panelists: Dara Fogel, PhD, Pigeon, Alan J Porter, Selina Rosen, Bradley H Sinor
Tracks: Cosplay, Writing & Publishing, Gaming, Comics, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Film & TV
11:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma G
Wear Five Layers in 100 Degree Weather Without Dying
It's important to ensure your costume and prop(s) will be functional in the weather and for long-term wear during your costumed function. Making sure different fabrics are breathable or include a cooling vest, have moisture barriers, etc. can mean the difference between weathering or ruining a costume.
Moderator: Robert Mullens
Panelists: Robert Mullens, Cal Custard, James Dock, Fae Mullens, Raiva, the Lo-Fi Ky
Tracks: Cosplay, Maker, Health & Wellness, Costuming & Fashion
11:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma G
3D Printing for Cosplay
With 3D printing becoming more and more accessible, we cover some of the best practices that one can expect when utilizing the technology for cosplay. Providing examples, RedDirt3D business owner Christopher Parker walks convention guests through the ins and outs of 3D printing, how to overcome hardships, and get the best looking prop possible.
Moderator: RedDirt3D
Panelists: RedDirt3D
2:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom
Body Art 102: Detailing Techniques
As any cosplayer can tell you, everything is in the details. Once you put down your base makeup layer, what’s next? This class will go over products and techniques to take your character to the next level. Learn how to get that superhero musculature, how to give yourself dimension and texture, and how to make an inhuman character look more authentic. Class will include body paint, powders, and airbrush techniques. (2 hours. Limit 14 participants. $10 fee.)
Moderator: Vanessa Green
Panelists: Vanessa Green
2:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Cosplanning
Planning for Cosplayers! Make your next cosplay endeavor a surefire success with a quick course on Cosplay Planning. We'll go over setting your budget, managing your time, picking your materials, and more.
Moderator: Remy Domino
Panelists: Remy Domino, Beku.Cos
Tracks: Costuming & Fashion, Cosplay
3:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Costuming and Cosplay for Body Positivity
As the saying goes, if you want a Slave Leia bikini body, just put on a Slave Leia bikini. Cosplay is not fashion gatekeeping. Panelists share their experiences and tips for maintaining body positivity. Let's talk about body positivity and why it matters for creativity and wellness in cosplay.
Moderator: R Karch Photography
Panelists: R Karch Photography, Carousel Costumes, Sherri Dean, Knightmage, Kathleen M O'Brien
Tracks: Cosplay, Health & Wellness, Costuming & Fashion
1:00 PM | Location: University C
Cutthroat Iron Cosplay
Four cosplayers have 30 minutes to quick-construct the best costume using provided materials. A theme or required material is included, and basic cosplay materials are provided along with some not-so basic options to use. The audience is the judge of this creative contest. May the best cosplay win!
Moderator: Buck Berlin
Panelists: Buck Berlin, Chaotic Neutral Cosplay, Cal Custard, Lollalotus, the Lo-Fi Ky
Tracks: Gaming, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Contest, Costuming & Fashion, Art, Anime, Cosplay, Maker
2:30 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: JQH Boardroom
Doom Box Treasures - You Kept That Junk For A Reason
Let’s face it - we all have at least one box full of random stuff that we thought we might use for a cosplay someday. Well, it’s time to put its contents to good use! Learn about using simple techniques, sourcing materials from unexpected sources, and finally justify your hoarding tendencies to make functional costumes and sturdy props on a budget. (1 hour. Limit 14 participants.)
Moderator: Hall of Femme
Panelists: Hall of Femme
2:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ
EBA Comedy's Cosplay Combat
Join EBA in the fights of the century as cosplayers from our own audience roll their own fates and fight in mock combat. Will the dice be in their favor?
Moderator: EBA Comedy
Panelists: EBA Comedy, Crazy Red Artist
Tracks: Cosplay, Anime, Performing Arts
1:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Final Touches and Details
Little touches can make a costume. There's a lot more than your garment when it comes to finishing your cosplay, but you can do it! Shoes, wigs, make-up, props—come learn to embellish your favorite costume for a fully polished LOOK.
Moderator: Carousel Costumes
Panelists: Carousel Costumes, Kekkuda, Mimic Rae, Kathleen M O'Brien, TattedSith Cosplay
Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Maker
Noon | Location: Oklahoma G
Getting into Character: Putting the "Play" in Cosplay
It’s more than the way you dress. It’s the way you walk, the way you talk, the way you present yourself. Cosplay experts reveal how they make their cosplay come to life. When should you be your character, and when should you be you?
Moderator: Alice-of-Hearts
Panelists: Alice-of-Hearts, James Dock, Madi, Moe, Robert Mullens, Tall Chick Cosplay
Tracks: Cosplay
11:00 AM | Location: Boomer B
How to Turn Fandom into Your Job
There's money to be made in being a geek artist/maker/writer etc., if you can turn your passion into your profession. Join our panelists as they discuss tips, tricks, and how-tos on how to turn your interests into income.
Moderator: Amber Hanneken
Panelists: Amber Hanneken, JR Daniels, Bekah June, Melinda LaFevers, Tracy S. Morris, David J. Pedersen
Tracks: Podcasting, Art, Gaming, Business & Marketing, Cosplay, Maker, Writing & Publishing
10:00 AM | Location: Boomer B
I Will NEVER Make That Again
#neveragain: Artists, costumers, crafters and makers share ugly truths about the toughest creation they've ever made, and how it shaped their work going forward. Pics or it didn't happen!
Moderator: Kathleen M O'Brien
Panelists: Kathleen M O'Brien, Julie Barrett, Tim Chessmore, Cal Custard, Dara Fogel, PhD, WandererTJ
Tracks: Art, Cosplay, Maker, Costuming & Fashion
11:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ
Kids Costume Contest
SoonerCon's annual Kids Costume Contest on the main stage (ages 5-12), featuring costumes imagined and made by younglings. Participants can pre-register online or onsite Friday and Saturday during registration hours at the Costuming Info Table. Sign-ups are first come, first served with a cap of 30 participants. Prizes sponsored by Bernina of OKC.
Moderator: John Eads
Panelists: John Eads, Aoi Kitsu, Heroic Inner Kids, Kekkuda, Knightmage, Leslie Raymond
Tracks: Contest, Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Kids, Maker
1:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: JQH Boardroom
Pattern Hacking for Cosplay
Do you have a hard time finding a sewing pattern for the cosplay you want to make? And when you do find one, it's super confusing to use? Learn how to break down your cosplay's design to pick the best sewing pattern(s). We'll also cover how to read and understand the pattern instructions. (1 hour. Limit 14 participants.)
Moderator: Whitney Sews
Panelists: Whitney Sews
10:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma G
Psy-Cosplay
What are the social and mental-health benefits of cosplay? We discuss the psychology behind character development and various sociological elements of cosplay, emphasizing why we choose to be someone or something else.
Moderator: Knightmage
Panelists: Knightmage, Aoi Kitsu, Lauren Howard (Stellae Cosplay), Rynaga, TattedSith Cosplay, the Lo-Fi Ky
Tracks: Costuming & Fashion, Cosplay
10:00 AM | Location: Boomer A
Reimagining the Hero's Journey for SF
What does a good hero story look like today in spec fic? High tech, low tech, otherworldly and fantastic settings aside, how has the hero's journey changed in 2022? What stories need telling now? What's it mean to be a hero, anyway?
Moderator: Rhonda Eudaly
Panelists: Rhonda Eudaly, Brook Bullock, David Carrico, Rosemary Clement-Moore, Daniel Erickson, A C Smart
Tracks: Writing & Publishing, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Anime, Film & TV, Gaming, Fandoms, Cosplay
1:00 PM | Location: Sooner B
The Art of the Long Game: Keeping Momentum, Staying the Course
It’s easy to be super motivated when your business is brand new! But keeping momentum is hard. Setbacks and unexpected problems will face every artist. Our panel of professionals will talk about strategies that keep you focused and productive!
Moderator: Tommy B. Smith
Panelists: Tommy B. Smith, Blair Bartlett - Alternate Realities Studio, Rubiee Tallyn Hayes, Christina Stiles, Kim Ventrella, Scott Zrubek
Tracks: Business & Marketing, Writing & Publishing, Maker, Cosplay, Art, Gaming