This week we bring you Diana Prince Cosplay. Here is part one of the interview, Come back Friday 10/30 for part two!
"I grew up with a name that was more difficult to pronounce. My dad gave me a nickname to help. I didn't realize it would stick with me that way that it did. I have been Diana ever since. I have to thank my dad for that and more. I remember watching Star Wars with him as a child. I like to also thank my mom for letting me eat breakfast in front of the TV, so I could marvel in the Saturday morning cartoons. Just the many things that slowly got me into nerdy things which eventually got me into cosplay."
1. How long have you been Cosplaying?
a. I have been cosplaying for a year and a half.
2. How/When did you first get into Cosplay?
a. In 2015, Stephen Amell posted on Facebook that he was going to appear at Planet Comic Con. I have never been to a convention before, so I thought this was the perfect event to start cosplaying.
3. What does Cosplay mean to you?
a. Cosplay is having a chance to step into your favorite character's shoes and becoming them.
4. What do you think Cosplay could mean for someone who has had a hard life?
a. There is such a great community around cosplay. Going to a con and knowing that you can talk to people about your favorite franchise. You definitely can express your love and appreciation for this thing and not worry if you seem out of place.
5. What is your favorite Cosplay you have done?
a. The cosplay I am the most proud of is my Batman v Superman Wonder Woman. Especially because my name is Diana, it is only fitting. It is also one costume that I spend the most time on. A lot of long days and nights, and sweat poured into it.
6. What would you like to do with Cosplay in the future?
a. I hope that I get to 3D print most, if not all of my cosplay in the future. Or at least make it out of something more durable. I currently work more with foam and I have to admit I can take care of my costumes better.
7. What are your thoughts on Cosplay Isn’t Consent?
a. Anything to make it common knowledge that harassment is not cool is good in my book. It is all about respect.
8. What can cosplayer’s do to make a difference in their community?
a. Volunteer! You can find so many places that need volunteers. There are a lot of superhero events that would love a cosplayer. A huge shout out for Midwest Heroes for letting me volunteer with my costume on.
Photo Credit - Thu Le
9. What do you want to see in the future of cosplay?
a. Advanced Technology has been more available and cheaper for everyone. I see that now with people having more 3D printers. You don't have to own one to get a 3D printed item. You can buy one from Etsy. Something goes with foam latex mask. For someone in the future that want to get into cosplay, they will find what they are looking for, even if it is a custom made design. Anyone can cosplay as whoever.
10. What goes into a planning a costume/how much time could it take?
a. Cosplay will take as long as it takes until you are satisfied with it. However, another thing to consider is if you can get the materials on the same day or you have to wait till it gets delivered.
11. What is the most difficult thing about being a cosplayer?
a. Resources is the most difficult thing in my opinion. It is finding the right shade of blue or texture. It is seeing if you can get these resources before you need it and within your price range.
12. If you had an unlimited budget what would you cosplay?
a. I would be mad with power with an unlimited budget. With that, I would cosplay as Chell from Portal. NECA made limited edition portal guns. There are a couple on ebay but the markup is huge. It would be awesome to have because it lights up and has sound effects.
Photo Credit - David Summers
13. Do you only Cosplay at conventions? If not where else do you Cosplay?
a. I like to thank Midwest Heroes for the many opportunities that they give me. I got to wear my costume to support brain aneurysm at the Brain Aneurysm Awareness and participating in the Forever Angels Carnival, which helped families that had a child with cancer. It is so great seeing the faces of kids meeting their favorite hero.
14. How Far do you go to get into “character”?
a. I can't keep a straight for the life of me. I tend to break character when I don't want to. My main thing is to have fun and be playful about it.
Come back Friday for part two of the Interview. And if you would like to be considered for Cosplay Imagings Cosplayer of the Week email cotw@cosplayimaging.com with a Introduction and a sample of your cosplay.
