/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

>>7227978
Shoot, I messed something up.

Old thread:
>>7222241

I gotta question for y'all
Do you think Homestuck will still be big in 2014?

>>7227987
Maybe. We still have the end of the comic to go, and the game. It's certainly still going to be around, but I have a feeling Attack on Titan will finally take Homestuck's place as the one scapegoat for everyone to go "wow there's too much of you". In fact, last con I went to, there were barely any Homestucks at all. There were a lot more Attack on Titan cosplays.

>>7227978
Also still requesting bards!

Question: Does this fabric look winey enough for Dirk's god tier? The fabric description is "burgundy" so I'm afraid it leans too red... but at the same time it looks decent?

>>7227991

>>7228061
>Gamzee's limp-ass codpiece
top fucking kek

>>7228061
Oh wow.
How do I make the codpiece pants stiff enough to hold the cod? Interfacing? Any tips? I was thinking it should be attachable by magnets so I'll need at least two layers anyways.

>>7227978

Working on God-Tier Fef for Katsucon. I'm also making an Eridan cape...anyone have any tips on how to make the collar of it stand up nice and neatly? Like...besides interfacing. I was thinking maybe craft foam?

>>7228063
>I was thinking it should be attachable by magnets
I have no idea what you mean by this.

But I would suggest researching actual historical codpieces if you're curious about the construction, though. The bard one isn't terribly accurate but knowing your source material couldn't hurt. I also think you're assuming that the dick-part is going to be a lot heavier than it actually will be.

>>7228073
Yeah, craft foam will keep it stiff, but if you don't have a way to keep it securely down against your shoulders the collar will flop back anyway.

Basically just find a way to keep your cape in place on your shoulders and the craft foam will work nicely.

>>7228090
I was talking about the phallos itself so I wouldn't have to walk around all casual with a fabric dick in public. As in making it deattachable from the pant part.
And I've yet to see a (godtier) codpiece which didn't droop :/

>>7228073
> This is relevant to my interests
I have the same issue. Would boning work in making the collar stand? I tried wire, but it kept stabbing me.

>>7228117
Fuck, not OP. Forgot to erase name.

>>7228061
>that lack of wig and makeup on the left
I really don't understand, considering he's wearing the outfit.

>>7228101
As >>7228090 mentioned, look up historic codpieces as well as the Homestuck reference art. So many people (eg >>7228061) make it a fabric dildo when it really isn't, it's more along the lines of a cup that happens to be fairly form-fitting.

Hey, Karkat-related anon from last general here. I really appreciated the tips you guys gave me. I was wondering if this wig would work for Karkat?

>>7228312
It doesn't really cut it. Karkat's hair is messy and wild. The volume should go up and out. Your wig is pretty flat on the top and sides.

>>7228318
Yea, the wig is pretty short all around and not that much fibers to work with. I tried tuffing it up, but I don't know if it's any better.

>>7228427
christ that looks so fucking ita

>>7228394
It's...really not, that actually looks worse. The wig looks really thin, I think that might be part of your problem.

>>7228443
I don't think she was going for lolita, it looks vaguely burlesque/cabaret inspired.

>>7228461
the parasol is what made me assume that she was going for lolita, but maybe i was wrong.
either way it looks pretty shitty

>>7228466
Well, that I can agree with. Corset looks like it's potentially a nice one, though.

>>7228453
Thanks for the honesty. That is indeed my problem. Not surprising since this is a shitty second-hand wig I bought last minute for a con. And I don't have any fluffier black wig either... Is there any way to make do with it?

>>7228468
Hm. Okay, speaking as someone who owns a generic, shitty Ebay wig that's short and black, I'll try to give you some pointers. You can try to get some fluff into it by blow drying it upside down and spritzing it lightly with hairspray while you do. You can wet it first if you want, and if you need to wash out any hairspray that's already in the fibers, you can work it out of the wig in the water. Too much hairspray is not your friend, ESPECIALLY with shitty wigs. It'll make the fibers look stringy and crunchy and weigh them down. Don't focus on imitating the sprite's hair exactly, go for a messy tousled look instead. The lack of troll grey is actually going to work against you here, since a great makeup job can compensate for a less-than-desirable wig, but I'll go on a hunt for decent Karkat cosplayers that have used shorter, thinner wigs and post what I find.

>>7228468
I'm not a expert with wigs, but yeah I think the lack of hair in general is your main problem. Like the other anon said, it's way too thin, which just makes the spikes you would need to make too small and messy.

Ideally if you had another black wig lying around, you could add some wefts to it to give it volume. Other than that? I don't know how much teasing would really help with it, but you could try to tease the base of some strands to give the illusion of volume and then try to find a better wig when you get some time.

>>7228461
I think they were joking....

>>7228482
But she responded to me. >>7228466

>>7228413
>>7228416
oh fuck tyrian karkat is actually one of my favorite things... and its not that bad either

>>7228017
So long as it matches the other fabric you're planning on using, it'll work just fine!

But if it really worries you, you can always add a more purple tone with dye.

>>7228479
>>7228480

Thanks anons. I'll try for the tousled look then.

>>7229055
This is a lot better! I like that the bangs aren't a neat sideswept line, they have a good piecey look to them. The right side of the wig looks a little flat, but that's my only complaint. If you could add some fluff into it to match the left side, I'd say you'd be good to go. It's a big improvement from where you were though.

>>7228679
Got a source on the Vriska? She looks pretty nice, especially the arm.

>>7228679
I have to say, I'm not a homestuck but I love the way you guys do your make up. I've seen some amazing body paint done, and I heard pax is the best overall for just body. What's great for face though ?

>>7229423
I find Ben Nye to be best for the face. It's tricky to just use Ben Nye on the body because no matter how many times you powder and seal it, it's still much more likely to wipe off if you rub into something than any other paint. I mix my body paint to match the Ben Nye as closely as I can and then just blend the line where the two paints meet on my neck with Ben Nye.

>>7229423
I like Kryolan for my face. I've used Mehron too and it's nice paint but goes on a little blotchy.

>>7229423
It depends on your skin. Ben Nye is too greasy and makes me break out so I use Snazaroo since it's water based and lighter on my skin. It also washes off easier if you get it on clothes.

>>7229471
I personally prefer Kryolans Supracolour, it's a bit more expensive but I've only had good experiences with it so far.

>>7228481
This could have been so nice if they only ironed and topstitched that cape.

>>7229630
I haven't heard of that, but I'll go check it out. Thank you.
I want to cosplay from panty and stocking (pic related)
This would be my first time using body paint, so I'm a bit nervous.

>>7229888
To me the cape looks fine? I think it's clean construction. You don't see many GT Karkats out there.

>>7229242
I didn't save it, but I'll go looking!

>>7229895
I'd take a look at the first part of this since it's specifically for Scanty/Kneesocks
>http://the-sushi-monster.deviantart.com/journal/Story-of-Putting-on-Kneesock-and-Limo-Prank-218288915

But like others have said, substitute in Ben Nye Cream Colors for your face if you don't have oily/sensitive skin or Kyolan (Snazaroo's cheaper but it's not as great quality) if you react to BN.

But it's not anything to be too nervous about?
Just make sure you plan well so you have plenty of time (+ help if you do her demon outfit) to put it on and be prepared to spend a chunk of time getting it off.

>>7229895
Since PAX is made with acrylic, it might be wise for you to buy several samples of face paint to try the colors out before going for one regular sized container. You'll want your PAX and face paint to match so the color is uniform all across your body, and red paint varies across brands. With a few small paint samples, you could mix a tiny pot of PAX and see which combinations look best together. It'll give you some room to tinker and get familiar with the paint you'll be using. Come con day you'll need help to paint yourself though, so bring a friend!

>>7229919
>>7229926
I'll just invest in a good sealer next. I heard mehron spray sealer is what most people who do homestuck and drows use.

You guys are incredibly helpful so far. Thank you.

>>7229242
Well that took longer than I expected
>http://dumbledora-theexplorer.tumblr.com/

>>7229966
Mehron Barrier Spray and Ben Nye Final Seal are both excellent, so it really boils down to preference.

>>7228427
Christ. Porrim wouldn't be caught dead in an outfit like that.

>>7229966
Sealer is not a substitute to powder, just keep that in mind.

>>7230370
Is one better than the other or is that a preference as well?

>>7230384
Powder sets your facepaint, sealer sets your powder.
If you chose Kryolan Aquacolor, their water based face paint, I would recommend mixing your face paint with Ben Nye Liquiset as an extra safeguard.

>>7230485
I'm screencapping this because all your pro tips are A plus. Thanks a lot guys.

>>7230384
>>7230485
Yeah, it's not really about preference, you should use both powder and sealer if you don't want your paint rubbing off on everything. Powder first, then seal it.

>>7230590
Excellent. I'll keep that in mind to do the steps properly. Sealer last.

>>7230595

If you're using Ben Nye or any other cream makeup, the powder's the more important thing. The creams never dry, and only the powder dries them out.

Use lots and lots of powder.

>>7230601
I've noticed that about Ben nye. It's smeary when it isn't sealed enough

>>7227978
Why does all Homestuck cosplay range from average to absolute shit? Why do no Homestuck cosplayers impress me? Do they all really look like they're on the same skill level or am I just desensitized?

>>7230661

keep in mind that most of the good ones have since stopped cosplaying it.

>>7230661
You're either desensitized or not looking for the good stuff. There haven't been as many quality cosplays lately but they exist.

Has anyone seen this set or has it been posted and I didn't notice? I don't know how I feel about it, some of the cosplayers are definitely lacking, and same with the effects but idk.
>http://cinnamontographer.tumblr.com/post/68957443481/live-action-homestuck-x-gifset-time-all-of-the

>>7231065
Those stupid looking Aradia and Vriska cosplays ugh

>>7231065
what the fuck is vriska even doing? shes just kind of.. walking in a circle.
they all look pretty below average except for maybe the feferi, but their awkward moves just makes it even worse.

I'm going to be cosplaying trickster Roxy for Katsucon this year and I'm wondering if anyone has advice on the wig and tights? I've wefted before for an Ibuki Mioda wig and intend to use leftover pink wefts from that in my Roxy wig but the base wig itself is puzzling me. I have a teal wig I never used for a vocaloid cosplay but its probably too short tbh, unless I took apart the clips and put the wefts from those into the bade wig haha
And regarding the tights, I've checked sockdreams for workable ones but alas they did not have any! Should I just sew the tights myself or has anyone bought them online ever? Thank you for your help!

>>7231065
I like the effects but they're wasted on a lot of awkward cosplayers who don't understand how to move in front of a camera. Tt's just shame they didn't vet out better people.

so this was on my tumblr dash tonight.

>>7231289
Holy shit is right. This is the best looking Zillyhoo hammer I have seen. I... I want it. Or at least I want to be able to make or get something as good as this one.

>>7231289
its
bEAUTIFUL

>>7231289
Uggh. I am working on my own Zillyhoo and all I feel is shame and remorse when I look at mine....and then this beauty...How did they do the PERFECT rainbow tail???

>>7231289
The first well-done rainbow I've seen. I can die in peace now.

>>7231289
source, right fucking now.

does anyone know where i can get vision eightfold (or similar) contacts? i was thinking about getting these just to have a difference in my eyes but i want to know if theres something better out there.

>>7231333
I believe this to be it.
http://rumpruckus.tumblr.com/post/34143343636/finished-zillyhoo

I am laughing so hard right now because JJ thinks she can sell her ugly Mindfang costume for $250....

>>7231347
This is so old, it's been in my reference folder for a long time. I can't believe anons are just seeing it now.

>>7231494
you might think it's ugly, but it's at least well-made, and $250 is pretty fair for it.

>>7231494
i don't think it's ugly at all?? i'd consider buying it if i hadn't just dropped a bunch in what pumpkin merch during black friday

>>7231494
That's a perfectly reasonable price for a costume that is well-made, regardless of whether you find it appealing personally. Don't try to start drama where there is none.

>>7231494
And I guarantee that she'll sell it too. It's a nice-looking costume with accessories and not everyone on the internet tries to lowball cosplayers and artists into selling their shit at ridiculous prices.

Speaking of Pyropi, she uploaded a new con log. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gd_66oaEsEU

>>7231520
This is really well made. I see no reason asking for that much counting labor.

>>7231347
I'm surprised that was made out of foam, but that really makes that rainbow bit all the more impressive. I'd be really curious to see how that part was shaped.

>>7231501
Old or not, it's still great.

>>7231653
What, really? I can't find where it talks about it, I just see the photos.

>>7231653
>>7231685
Link pls.

>>7231599
Wow, were they drunk for that whole vlog or what?

>>7231738
Aren't they usually?

>>7231520
The costume looks pretty well made. That blue face however, is pretty tacky

>>7231685
Looks like dense styrofoam(?) held together with Liquid Nails, the paneling glue they use on insulation foam.

>>7231813
And then judging by the B-I-N paint can in the upper right, I'm guessing he used a thick shellac primer to seal it.

>>7231820
Handle looks prefabricated. Maybe a table leg or baluster or something.

>>7231813
Any theories on how they sculpted the back curve with such precision?

>>7231875
Skill and care?

>>7231875
Why not just ask? They clearly have a tumblr. Not all cosplayers are douchebags, 99% of the time if you ask nicely they'll share.

>>7231875
Well I'm guessing a careful touch with a dremel tool. It kind looks like every 3 lines is a single piece so it's definitely not a single piece. >>7231884
Judging from his tumblr, many people have asked but he has yet to give an answer. So until then all we can do is reverse engineer it by sight

>>7231893
And also could have been a hot foam knife followed by careful sanding. There's some discoloration there which might be from sanding or heat.

>>7231133
I'm not sure if the wig I got for my Trickster Roxy is going to work yet, so I can't help there, but as far as the tights/socks go, there are otks in the right colors that exist, but the best option is the 'make them yourself' one as they're barely otks.

>>7231335
The only 8fold contacts I've seen were custom made and cost the wearer $250 since she got a corresponding contact for the other eye as well.

So either call that good, or just use photoshop.

>>7231968

>>7231962
I'd recognize Reed Park anywhere. Do other homestuck communities across the country only take pictures at one location? Every time I see homestuck cosplayers from my home town they are always at the same damn park.

/r/ some Aradia cosplays.

What would be some suggestions for a Cronus photoshoot? Sea seems like the easy route but since he doesn't care much for it it feels a bit conflicting. City enviroments perhaps?
Also I'd like some tips for approaching photographers, seeing as homestuck 1) has a...reputation and 2) can be overwhelming even to explain one or two characters to those who are nonstuck.

>>7231955
source on that karkat? they're adorable.

>>7232108
>fromgilbowithawesome.tumblr.com/

>>7232101
I'd see if you can find places that are America circa '50/60s since he modeled himself off of greasers.
Or if you know a classic car enthusiast who'd let you pose with one that'd be hella rad.

Really the major thing is to just be mature and polite. While some photogs may be more picky and pass you over, a lot don't care, especially when they're getting paid.

>>7232196
I should probably mention that I'm eurofag, but yeah I'll look around and see if I could perhaps find someone with a old american. They're actually not too uncommon here now that I think about it. Would be hella cool.
However, I can't really think of a setting that fits in with the whole 50's american dream thing that isn't like five hours away. How could more general settings be made more interesting/relevant for Cronus?
What is the general policies about things such as touching up makeup/eyes and whatnot? Should I ask the photographer before? If the photos come back and I'm not too pleased with the editing I should talk to the photographer about it right?

>>7232201
Yeah that'd make finding nostalgia joints a lot harder.
Hmm, open (unoccupied) roadways or just plain 'urban' looking spots would be my next couple suggestions.

Carry a compact and personally check at an interval you're comfortable with and yes, talk with your photographer before you start shooting about problems/things they should point out to you so you can fix or adjust them as soon as possible.

Editing: Yes, yes, and yes. Once again, just be polite and tell them exactly what you didn't like or what you would like them to fix that they missed in the first wave.

>>7232237
What an awesome shot.

Okay I ran out of Aradia on this computer so I'm going back to sewing.

>>7232227
Hm, yeah could work. We don't have a lot of unused slightly bigger roads either though, because it is a tiny country. But I'll keep an eye open, thank you for your advice!

Requesting good shoots, quality of cosplay less relevant as long as the picture is good.

I'm planning on doing a Tavros cosplay (because wheelchair) and I was just wondering if people think a trimmed wig or actually cut/dyed hair looks better? Also t-shirt or vest under the button-up.

Pic some random cosplayer on tumblr.

>>7232295
Many people would say wig, but when i cosplayed tavros i just got a mohawk and styled it back (dyed black with make-up on the sides of my head of course). But if you're confident with wig styling and altering, you could try and get a good base wig (ebay just in case you mess up) and attach it to a bald cap in a mohawk styled, or you yourself could make a lace-front wig and style and attach it to a bald cap.
But, thats a bit much for a homestuck cosplay, and i highly doubt anyone would go through that much trouble.

Also use a t-shirt under his button up.

>>7232295
Tavros is one of the only characters you could go wigless for, so long as you have the right hairstyle for it. However if your hair isn't already short or in a mohawk style, you could always get something like http://arda-wigs.com/products/rufio

>>7232383

thinking someone wont go through 'the trouble' just because its HS cosplay clearly hasnt seen any detailed ancestors or bec noir or LE or anything like that.

>>7232410
>assuming things

I was talking about a simple cosplay like tavros and other simple HS outfits, but okay.

>>7232423
I've seen a few cosplayers who have hand-ventillated Eridan wigs, but you're right that most people wouldn't go through that effort.

>>7231065
I was wondering when this set was going to be posted. They're all so... mediocre.

>>7231520
It's well made, but every time I see JJ's face I want to punch it.

>>7232773

why does tavros have fire powers?

>>7232840
It doesn't make sense in their contex, since the tavros cosplayer is 'alive'

but basically 'sick fires'

>>7231520
Woah! Link to the sale?

>>7232958
http://pyropi.tumblr.com/post/69442440845/for-sale-marquis-spinneret-mindfang-costume

So

Which HS cosplayer do you guys consider is the most attractive?

hey there! i was wondering if i could get some tips on improving my karkat cosplay? thank you!

>>7232991
your wig is really lacking in volume and the bangs really need trimming, they look really stringy and awkward. fix up the paint job on your shirt (it looks rather messy and much too light) and soften up the contouring on your nose a bit and you'll be off to a good start!

>>7232991
First of all, I want to say you're off to a good start.
Next, there are a few places you could improve. First, get a new wig with more volume, and whatever you did to this one (did you use hairgel?) It makes the wig look stiff/greasy and just not appealing, so don't do that again. Try and find other ways to hold the style you want and add more volume. Maybe remake you horns, too, they look a bit awkward and could probably be smaller overall. Also maybe make your eyebrows look a bit more natural aswell as making your lips a little lighter-- they make you look too feminine at the moment. I LOVE how you use a turtleneck for him, but like the other anon said the symbol could probably use a re-do. But tbh overall it doesn't look that bad to me. I like your contacts a lot, but if you want to add something really to top it all off, maybe look into some fake teeth! Good luck, anon, you have a really nice face for Karkat!

>>7232991
Your wig is very stringy and needs a lot of attention. I'm not a fan of the turtleneck, but you should definitely lose the contacts. Karkat isn't old enough to have red eyes yet. The makeup on your lips is blotchy as well.

>>7232991
Along with what the others have said, i would invest in making a better sickle, i have that exact same one and it was 3 dollars at the costume store and it looks like its 3 dollars, also if you where to paint it white for his starter weapon it would match the shape of the one you have alot better than 'home smell ya later'

also smaller hornes and grey contacts would better

also also, i like it how you didn't use double sickles, i can't tell you how much that pisses me off when people think he uses two sickles

>>7233565
horns* oopse

>>7232976
Ugh I feel bad judging cosplayers that are obviously 12-14 years old, but dang. I've forgotten just how bad this fandom can be.

>>7232976
AHAHAHA
THE NEPETA JUST LOOKS LIKE SONE HOMELESS LADY IN BLACKFACE

>>7232999
I actually really like this Cronus.
A+ job.

>>7233624

Isn't that kisbe?

>>7233613
;_;

>>7233654

>>7232434
IMO Eridan and Tavros are both cosplays which aren't Babys First Cosplay resonable for this very reason (same with equius). You wouldn't cosplay sasuke and forfeit the duckbutt because it is a big part of his design. So why would you cosplay Eridan without the widows peak?
This of course means that you WILL with all likelyness have to ventilate a lacefront wig, but if you want a accurate cosplay then that's just what you'll have to do. Just like you wouldn't make a Iron Man cosplay out of cardboard and expect it to look great.

>>7233624
I'm not very fond of them tbh, it looks good but it just doesn't look accurate to me.
I mean it's obviously a more punk interpretation of Cronus (Looking at the boots, tattoos, jacket, the looser styling of the hair), so I guess that's why I'm not too into it.

>>7232237
I saw her at fanfest13 and my god that outfit was absolutely flawless

>>7232991
right now your horns sit on top of your hair instead of looking like they're growing out of your skull. You don't want to look like a militarystuck weirdo! A fluffier, fuller wig should fix that though, just make sure to style the wig with the horns attached so they look natural.
You should also lose the contacts and make your brows look more natural, as well as your nails. Right now you looks like Karkat wearing yellow nail polish and what you want is naturally yellow looking nails. Adding orange close to the nail bed and blending properly will help.

Also do not line your waterline with black, it makes you look like a girl wearing make up. Once again, it's supposed to look natural

>>7233656

>>7232976
Aw, geez. They're so terrible it's adorable. When I see things like this the only reaction I have is "awww..." I mean. They're literally children. It's cute, they're having fun.

>>7233744
Not the karkat, but if they don't line their water line with black the pink water line will show through and make the rest of the make up look bad. In my opinion i don't think the black water-liner makes them look feminine.

Anyway, what would you recommend they line their water line with if not black? I just think black looks the best.

>>7233803
White usually works IMO, and there are also grey eyeliners. If nothing else you could combine white and black eyeliner.

>>7233803
I like to put a dull shade of their blood color on my waterline, but that's just me.

>>7233803
I'd use light gray myself and shade with darker gray below the lower lid. I like the blood color thing too, but it would have to be really subtle and mixed with gray to look realistic.
I mean why the hell would trolls waterlines be black? It always looks like makeup, and their eyes clearly have similar sensitive tissue to human eyes since they cry tears. Blood color mixed with gray is p much the only thing that makes any sense

>>7234241

their waterlines would be black for the same reason their gums are black

Codpiece anon here!
After taking a gander at historically accurate codpieces I noticed they are attached from the underside of the crotch generally (or pointed more upwards rather than outwards). Which the codpieces of the bard tiers aren't. I also noticed that the bard codpieces have seemingly little in common with the actual codpieces of the 16'th century, so I don't know whether I should follow the source material or the source from which the source material is derivated from?

>>7234332
Here's the Bard garbs by the way, just to keep them close at hand as reference.

>>7233801
Are you alright, anon?

>>7234332
Obviously you should follow the bard design?

/r/ing some trolls with nice props.

>>7234339
Sorry. My maternal instincts for children attempting to cosplay overwhelmed my logic.

Actually, that said. I'll be damned if I can find a picture (I found this in the meantime...) What do you guys think of people dressing their kids/younger siblings up like HS characters, taking them to meets?

I encountered a very little Gamzee there with his older sister Terezi. She only put the clown makeup on him- not all over. He had a good time and loved all the attention, and she kept him out of harm's way and held his hand, made sure not to let strangers touch/handle him. She did a good job, I think, but I would worry for other, not-as-well-behaved Homestucks. What say you?

>>7234824
I've never seen this happen, so I can't say for sure. I suppose as long as the person in charge of the kid makes sure they don't get into trouble, I guess it's fine.

However, you know there's a 99% chance that if they cosplay, it will be awful.

>>7234824
My sister had her son dressed as Dreamer Dave while she was Dreamer Jane at a Halloween meetup. She said her son got a lot of attention, if I recall correctly. He looked pretty cute and he looked like he was having fun in the pictures.

>>7234860
Aw that's cute. I don't like children normally, but kids in cosplay is super cute.

>>7234298
but one of sollux's talksprites shows the inside of his mouth to be yellow

>>7234824
what the fuck is up with that girl's horns?
well, at least, ignoring the vriska makeup/glasses, her coord doesn't look like a trainwreck.

>>7235217
This John kind of unsettles me.

>>7235386
Except their tongues are shown as gray multiple times. So chalk it up to Hussie's biology making no sense and just make your waterline whatever color you want.

Hey guys, I made this God Tier a while back, and I didn't do the colors right. Would it be possible to somehow dye my cape a different color instead of making an entirely new cape?

>>7235488
You should probably just make a new cape.

>>7235448
Hypertelorism.

>>7235488
If the fabric and thread are cotton, RIT'll dye it nicely.

If it's a blend with a high cotton/natural fibre content, dyeing it would be worth a shot, though you should be prepared to make a new cape if it doesn't take the dye well.

>>7235484
I wouldn't even say it's a Hussie thing as much as it is the art team members all having different "headcanons" on what is what with the trolls.

Hussie art is usually pretty consistent, aside from some screw ups here and there. Talksprites vary like a motherfucker though, but Huss doesn't do those as far as I know.

>>7234860
Oh gosh, I remember seeing them at the Downtown Disney meetup (last year?). They were both pretty cute.

So here's this video of a Youtuber reviewing body paints, and i'm kinda suprised about what they had to say about kryolan. (Also its a bit lengthy and they have a thick-ish italian accent)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0EHysjc_hM

>>7236070
>17 minutes long
>what is wrong with their face
Nah, I'll pass.

>>7236100
It's basically just a blabber about how kryolans water paint is awful, and seeing as you shouldn't use water based paints anyway for troll cosplay it's not really worth anything.

>>7236104
Link to the no water based grey authority please? Lots of people use water based instead of Ben Nye, and I'm pretty sure I've read that a bunch of BNFs use Kryolan too.

>>7236104
Its not really saying its awful, just not as good as compared to the others. So awful by comparison?
--
anyway i just thought it would be a good way to introduce more people to other options when it comes to body paint, especially when it comes to future cosplays

>>7236104
"Don't use water base ever"

Enjoy smearing gray on everything you touch and breaking out constantly.

>>7236111
IMO I suppose it could work for photoshoots, but not if you're conning. I've never seen a water based make up which lasted and looked good over the course of a con day. Cream based works great if sealed properly, and especially in combination with PAX or armsocks.

>>7236111
They do. I can't think of a single person on the list who actually uses ben nye. It works for some people, but the anon who claims that water based paints are universally bad is full of shit.

Very interesting video though, I've never heard of those brands before.

>>7236104
Tons of people, BNFs included, use water-based paint. Dersedreamer, gomugomugodhead, ceriene, yaexrae, and cifera all do (or in cifera's case, did) and it looks great. What you on.

>>7236160
Violetprince, Pyropi, Cowbutt Crunchies, Dei-sandvich, Kisbe and Vantasticmess do too. They use different brands but does anyone NOT use water based?

>>7236154
I think people who have problems with water based stuff either don't know how to apply it properly, or sweat like a pig.. in which case no, it's not for them.

>>7236235
How do you apply it properly anyways? Because that's something that could stand to be teached and included in the possible infographic.

>>7236244

using the correct sponge is a huge help. using way more water than you need is a mistake a lot of people make, which leads to that melty transparent look.

>>7236256
what about when it gets flakey? i've had my make-up become flakey before and idk if the make up maybe old, or what

>>7236314
That's usually because you used too much water when applying it or old makeup, in my experence.

h-h-how did i do

>>7236674
Are those carrots?

>>7236674
Considering the paint's already smeared on your phone, you need to learn how to set it so you don't leave greasy smears everywhere you go.

>>7236684
Nah, that's the angle as well as how badly I fucked up in using clips to mount the horns on the wig.

>>7236693
I've been trying ;_; Really need to find something to set it under the arm so it doesn't rub off on the tubetop.

>>7236674
The body looks just like how I'd imagined this would look in reality. Wig and horns seem frumpy, though.

>>7236723
What are you using?

>>7236738
For horns or sealing?

>>7236154
>>7236235
i used snazaroo for ax this year, and i was fine the entire day. admittedly, i don't sweat at all, though.

>>7236731
Yeah, the wig was from eBay and I ordered the horns plain white from a friend then styled them later on. I'm planning on finding another black/purple one of a different style because I also fucked up on the extensions in front.

>>7236723

for underarms you need to use PAX.

>>7236674
you definitely need a new wig and a better way to set your horns. you should also use eyeliner and black on your lips.

is this wig long enough for rose? and i know the bangs aren't styled canonically, but it just looks dreadful with my faceshape then. does the this ruin it much?

>>7237529
"the this" oh god i am way too tierd to be typing now

>>7237529
I think it's okay. However I do think you should try to cut the bangs. They already cover most of your forehead, so I'm trying to imagine why straight bangs that also cover most of your forehead would look so bad. Have you tried this style with a different wig before or something?

>>7237575
oh i meant that most of the short bang hairstyles look unflattering on me. and no i haven't, i am considering getting a cheaper longer wig to see how would it work out( this is derek from arda)

>>7237638
nOOOOOOOO
its even worse that i really don't like that roxy

>>7237891
why is this even a thing

>>7237890
the design is... nice?
it's just the choices of fabric is really throwing it off
the material for the pants looks like garbage bag plastic (heavy duty)

>>7237902
I don't understand it either. Is it duct tape? Vinyl? It doesn't look easy to sew so just, why?

>>7237921
ugh i know, and it could've been really good if they weren't being a nub with their fabric choices

i mean come on who goes into a fabric store picks out that shiny weird stuff and says "yes this will be perfect for a person that has been on the run their entire life"

>>7237891

>>7237890
>>7237921
This would have been pretty decent if it just wasn't for that awful material.

/r/ some nicely styled dave wigs?

>>7238142
Obligatory

>>7238142

More so close but so far away ancestors.

>>7238591

That fucking 69 thing people do with their hands it pisses me off every time.

>>7238591

How do people fuck up Disciples horns so often

>>7238153
that rose is so cute goddamn

>late 2011
>living in a third world backwater shithole
>join a Homestuck FB group of about a dozen people
>The best niggas I've ever met in my life
>two years later
>Group has now 700+ people, all of them invariably 13 and/or manchildren
>original dozen all left, drifting off to greener pastures

And to think I was about to cosplay. Now I can't even be arsed to associate myself with these idiots. Feels terrible man.

>>7237529
It's long enough, but you really should trim the bangs, as right now it looks really lazy.

>>7238778
Impossibly cute. God damn.

>mfw shitty panels and bad cosplays

>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JkrNn_uDCtM

>>7238900
O GOD!

I'm early 20s and I see this and my

1st thought = where's an adult (shit storm 5, 4, 3, 2, 1)

2nd thought = well at least it experience for running panels if they are still doing this in 3 to 4 years (we all start somewhere)

3rd thought = this panel was such a simple idea everyone show up and we will ask people to ask us to do dares and we will do them (that will last 50 mins right ... what if we run out of dares??? fan spasms for the rest of the time)

Final thought = they looked like they all enjoyed themselves so no harm done

>>7237891
not only are the designs a shit storm of vomit, they all look so ...awkward

>>7238792
Sounds exactly like my comm (or what i should call it) except for the third world part, and also the amount of people...

>>7238591

anything beats duct tape signless >>7237921

>>7238153
Source on the Rose?

>>7238923

there are better shots of them

>>7239244

>>7239247

>>7239249

>>7239244
Not much better.

>>7239249
Is this Jadeb0t? Didn't she do this design too?

>>7239294

no, she's pulmonaryxarchery on tumblr

>>7239294
This is Jadeb0t's version

>>7239247
What is going on with that Dave's cape collar

>>7237261
I decided to go with pink for that occasion just for flair, but I'll definitely be looking for a new wig. Not sure if I want one with pigtails, since people have been drawing various interpretations of him?

>>7237082
Duly noted. Thanks

>>7239326
The fabric for the cape is to thin for it to keep the cape stiff enough and retain its shape combined with the studs weight dragging it down making it even limper

This Mindfang keeps coming up on my dash and she makes the same crabby expression in every photo. Has anyone here met her before?

>>7240017
her hat looks like a large blue vagina perched on her head

>>7240017

i'm a cosplay photographer and she's messaged me before asking to do "mutually beneficial" work, aka unpaid shoots to get both of us recognition?? i had never seen this person before, it's not like she's a popular cosplayer in the fandom... just a nobody trying to get free shit. she posts requests for this same kind of thing in general con tags

>>7240017
It's not just photoshoots. I was standing near her group at the otakon general shoot and she looked exactly like that the whole time. The rest of her ancestor group was very friendly though.

>>7239988
one of her tits is saggin lower than the other.

>>7240017
I've talked to her on line and in person. She was fine and let me take pictures with her.

>>7240017
It's hilarious how people let one or two popular posts get to their heads. The wig is pathetically limp and her coat is such a terrible fit.

>>7240017
what is her URL

>>7240071

its not the most flattering of pictures

>>7240040

I just remembered what group you meant.

>mfw they all look bored

who are the nicest BNF/people in this fandom who are out there? who are the bitchest?

is pic related the most up to date version?

>>7240181
it is that i know of

why are the pretty tier cosplayers on pretty tier? murtunacaptor and gomugomugodhead both have several good costumes, do they have drama? or just not as popular?

>>7240188

ive never heard anything bad about either of them, definitely nothing like some of the people on that list

>>7240193
I don't think many have a lot of drama? who has drama on the list besides most flogged and godtier rose?

>>7240188
Some people on pretty tier are those who look good but don't have any "difficult" costumes on their plate.

what is cgl's opinion of kumashiro?

>>7240241
Who is that?

>>7240244
Cosplayer, best known for their propwork.
http://kumashiro.tumblr.com/tagged/Horns

>>7240245

I thought they were best known for making a good general guide on HS cosplay and getting yelled at for being elitist.

http://kumashiro.tumblr.com/post/54326104197/these-are-just-some-tips-i-thought-of-so-i-just

>>7240181
Thoughts on adding sewthoughtful, lovej0ker, kitsunedolly, and alyssaties to this?

>>7240181

thats the newest picture version but the text version got updated a few threads back

>>7240258
yeah, I've heard of all of them.

>>7240258

do they still HS?

>>7240270
Their cosplay tags have a lot of recent Homestuck? Maybe not alyssaties though.

i think i just died

>>7240282
So, botched surgeries or shitty photoshop? I need to know whether I feel bad for them because of face damage or brain damage.

>>7238900
Holy shit.
I was in a horrible panel 'cause I was invited to one and as always it's was the original-as-it-gets Q&A panels. There was 3 of each kid (In different forms), horrible troll cosplays and just it was beyond anyone's control. It was supposed to go on for two hours so my friend and I darted, but only after a guy who was standing by the door laughing and asked us if we were bailing cause it was so bad.

>>7240282
looks like orochimaru cosplaying karkat

>>7240282
holy shit that's scary...

>>7240258
Definitely not lovej0ker. All of Mostflogged's beta-kid cosplay partners are a joke. Pic related.

>>7240282
I know it's not fair to blame other fandoms, but I seriously did not see makeup this shitty until SnK become flavor of the month and it's driving me up the wall.

>>7240188
The tiers are a combination of quality, costume difficulty, and number of costumes. You can have several good, simple costumes but still be on pretty tier.

>>7240294
Eh, it's a tumblr culture thing, I think.

Like, hear me out. Tumblr causing this weird major fandom grouping thing seems to have built up a lot of shitty habits due to the "no criticism" thing that a lot of people seem to hold to on tumblr.

>>7240296
I haven't been on Tumblr outside of the Homestuck Cosplay and con tags in over seven months, so fuck if I know.

I just know the first images I saw that had makeup applied like that were Reiner and Bertholdt cosplayers, then it ran through the rest of that fandom and started running into others.

>>7240304
Could be? I know that there are a lot of bad habits being practiced in the new fandoms and they just keep getting worse.

It seems like a lot of the homestuck kids who didn't even seal fancy themselves makeup artists now and so they think they know what they are doing since having moved away from HS. Then all they fans see this kinda shit and just do an even worse job. It's a cycle of ass that just keeps getting shittier.

>>7240309
I guess I just wish that it was possible to make people understand just how stupid their ott/unbalanced (like holy shit I can't count how many heavy lips or eyes I've seen with no foundation) makeup makes them look without coming off as a dick, but you're right that Tumblr's the current hivemind and heaven forbid someone not agree.

>>7240335
It's really not that hard to be all "Hey, so great try, but I think it might look even better if you were just a little lighter on the lip liner or maybe used a different foundation" or whatever, but even saying that people get all fucking uppity about it on there.

I wish things were different, but at least people in this general seem to be able to take criticism for the most part. At least we have some refuge.

>>7240282
That looks like Jareth from Labyrinth. So what Homestuck would look like if 80s Glam Rock did Homestuck. Incidentally a band like Kiss would probably know a whole hell of a lot about wigs and make up.

>>7240257
On top of that, wasn't their Handmaid pretty decent?

>>7240462
I liked their horns, but I thought the dress/wig was pretty ill-fitted and lackluster.

post more jades!

>>7241134
i really like her dog ears

>>7240282
To be fair, this cosplayer is one of those anime cosplayers a long time before they got into Homestuck. They've been doing this kind of make up for most of the characters. Its not from SNK or whatever fandoms, its just the way they do their makeup for cosplay. Granted, it doesn't really suit Karkat and it's over the top, the cosplayer doesn't know any better.

>>7240282
Source on this?

>>7241292
I can't imagine that makeup looking good on any character, anime or not. It's just not attractive.

>>7241134
i tried reverse image searching this but nothing. source?

>>7241578
http://puyoda.tumblr.com/

just curious, what makes a good jade? and your personal favorite cosplayer(s).

>>7241638
>Styled wigs that are straight and layered
>Glasses that aren't mega huge on their faces
>Tasteful makeup (Pet peeve are cosplayers who wear red lipstick)
>Outfits are canon compliant but are figure flattering
Also a things specific to her God Tier is that they stick with the color palette. I keep seeing grey skirts+hoods but then black+white socks.

And I'm terrible at picking 'favorites' but Swinky makes a realy nice Jade from what I've seen.

>>7241654
Pretty much agreeing with these criteria. Jade's hair is STRAIGHT but has volume. She also lives in the jungle so crazy eyeshadow and lipsticks probably aren't the most appropriate. Huge glasses just look hilarious and make the cosplayer look cross-eyed - see alyssaties.

Not a huge fan of khaki/jean skirts for her default outfit. Nor do I really like the raglan shirts off topatoco.

I hate necomimi for dog tier. Also hate ridiculously fluffy ears.

Time for a new thread?

>>7227978
Homestupid.

Simply stupid.

alarHo was

>>7241786
did you type the capcha in your post field

>>7241752
Alright, new thread:
>>7241866

>>7241578
>http://babycricket.tumblr.com/