S2 E16 The Cosplay Crunch W/ Cowbutt Crunchies Cosplay
Welcome to the FINALE of Season 2!!! For the end of the second season, it only makes sense to bring on iconic cosplay duo Regan and Scone of Cowbutt Crunchies Cosplay! We start by going back to where their journey began in the early 2000’s, and the evolution of craftsmanship, resources, and contests. We discuss cosplay education extensively, and skill development in crafting as it pertains to teaching and paneling. We expose the “evolution of contest trends”, and the truth behind competition. We get the full rundown on the inspiration and intent behind the Cosplay Couture Gala and the intricacies of designing original cosplay inspired by beloved characters. Our personal areas of desired crafting growth are highlighted, and we promote “stupid” cosplays! Of course we have to talk about the latest hot topic: Cosplayer compensation and the value of recognizing cosplayers as skilled artists.
Cowbutt Crunchies Cosplay is an internationally acclaimed LGBTQ+ couple who specializes in couture cosplay, education, and incredible pop culture design. Always pushing the envelope of creativity, their experimental mixed media builds feature a wide mastery of unique techniques, from advanced embroidery, to extreme wigwork, to intricate armor. While hobbyists at heart, they have created promotional builds for various media launches, with a client list that includes Riot Games, miHoYo, and Marvel.Their passion for cosplay has taken them around the world as judges and competitors, with numerous titles under their belts including the 2019 Global Crown Champion of Cosplay. However they are best known for sharing their craftsmanship knowledge with the community. To date they have published three cosplay books, hosted over 100 educational panels, and created hundreds of online tutorials for aspiring cosplayers to follow. With over 20 years of experience, their focus is on construction, creativity, and teaching others the art of cosplay.
Find Cowbutt Crunchies on Instagram @cowbuttcrunchies and at https://cowbuttcrunchiescosplay.com/
Photos by @sorairo_days and @fxdandy
