S1 E8 The Cosplay Crunch W/ Melanie Jasmine Design

Jump into episode 8 of The Cosplay Crunch with the stunningly talented Melanie Jasmine Design! Zavage and Melanie discuss her first conventions and cosplays living in Ecuador, and the challenges of finding materials and resources in different countries. We go in on Melanie’s background in cosplay, including her connection to the character Sombra from Overwatch, and her overall tie to Blizzard / the Overwatch cosplay community. Additionally, Melanie shares her experiences creating costumes for Overwatch voice actors' own voiced characters! We also talk about Nishi Fest 2024, as well as the importance of compensating cosplayers for their time and talent. Stay until the end to hear tips for improving your craftsmanship in cosplay, as well as stage presence and posing tips during walk-on performances.