The Untold Truth About Cosplay Photography

Martin Wong ·

Key takeaways

  • My journey. Associated with cosplay (from 0:30).
  • Hobby grew. Cons and Marvel (from 4:00).
  • Level up fast. Larger than life (from 5:00).
  • Copyright. Photographers hesitate (from 5:11).
  • No regrets. (from 7:08).

Cosplay photography looks glamorous: epic costumes, cinematic shoots, and viral photos. But the truth? It’s a bit more complicated than it seems.

If you’ve ever thought about becoming a cosplay photographer, or just wondered what goes on behind the lens, this video is for you.

00:00 - Intro

00:30 - My Cosplay Photography Journey

05:11 - Cosplay VS Copyright

06:23 - The Ugly Side Of The Internet

07:08 - Do I Regret Cosplay Photography

FAQ

Why do some photographers avoid cosplay?

They worry about copyright issues, so a lot of photographers didn't want to invest in cosplay at all.

Do you regret becoming a cosplay photographer?

No, I don't regret it at all.

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