How To Get Started In Cosplay Photography

Martin Wong ·

Key takeaways

  • Convention snaps. Ask cosplayers for quick photos (from 1:00).
  • Photoshoots. More time for poses and locations (from 1:00).
  • Ask your friends. Many fans cosplay or want to (from 2:00).
  • Editing. You're working with characters (from 3:00).
  • Walk away. If you or the cosplayer don't like something (from 4:00).

Have you ever thought about getting into shooting cosplay photography but not sure how to do so? Well, here is a quick video with three easy methods to get started in shooting cosplay!

Lights used for the photoshoot in the video and behind me were Manfrotto LED Light Lumimuse 8:

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FAQ

How can I start shooting cosplay photography?

Snap quick photos of cosplayers at a convention, set up a photoshoot, or ask your friends who play games, read manga or watch anime if they cosplay.

Is shooting cosplay the same as shooting models?

Not quite. Being familiar with shooting models doesn't mean you know how to shoot cosplayers.

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Questions? Ask me in the comments on the video on YouTube.