Vanessa is a self taught creative, who coins herself as a "scavenger cosplayer". She visualizes unique versions of characters, and finds items from various sources to create elaborate, one of a kind costumes, using minimal sewing and crafting techniques on a budget. She loves many fandoms, and finds a special joy in cosplay as a way to connect with others to share their love of the same fandoms. She celebrates the many levels of creation and unique styles and problem solving of others. She is a firm believer in body positivity and self care creating a better quality of life for oneself, and the others around them. She believes that expressing herself through fashion and decor soothes her soul and encourages others to find positive ways to express themselves. As a professional body artist of since 2016, she loves the endless possibilities that makeup offers to enhance the fantasy aspect of cosplay, as well as the joy her clients feel in seeing their ideas and interests come to life as her living canvas.
Noon | Location: Sooner A
Cons—so much to do, and so little time to do it all! This panel has tips and tricks for budgeting our physical and mental energy. Discuss how to cope after running out of spoons, while still enjoying the time.
Moderator: Vanessa Green
Panelists: Lollalotus, Mimic Rae, the Lo-Fi Ky, TKM Cosplay, Vanessa Green
Tracks: Health & Wellness, General Interest
2:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Cosplayers of all ages exist and they even age! You're not relegated to just playing the wise old wizard, evil Imperial officer, the doting mom, or eccentric granny for laughs. Our over-40 cosplay panelists discuss tips for making any character your own and feeling fabulous in your cosplay at any age.
Moderator: Ms Fae Mullens
Panelists: John Eads/Jim Shorts, Mace Kendu, Ms Fae Mullens, Vanessa Green
Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion