What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
Call all cosplayers who have created original characters! Would you like to meet weekly with other OC cosplayers to share discussions and inspiration about your characters? Would you enjoy dressing as your characters, and even improv role playing as them? Please join Mama Cosplay, the "Internet Cosplay Mom" for this unique, creative, bonding experience. You can bring a different OC every week, or the same character each week. Don't worry if costuming isn't complete. All levels of cosplay are welcome. Closet cosplay, furry cosplay, ANY original character no matter how developed is welcome in this group. Mama Cosplay hosts an inclusive, FRIENDLY, welcoming of all walks of life experience for cosplayers. Much of our format will be Learner driven, designed based on the needs and progression of each cosplayer. However, here is a basic outline of how we will start our series. Do not worry if you join when the series is in progress. We always have introductory sessions each meeting and make everyone feel welcome! March 22nd- Meet the Original Characters. Introduce your OC to the group. March 29th- Improv as your OC. New to improv? No worries. Mama is an improv expert and will help encourage and guide each cosplayer as they discover how to act as their character. April 5th- Improv storylines continue as we build on the relationships between each character and how they are fitting into the unique multi-verse we are creating in the group. April 12th- Mama will issue a costume challenge based on a storyline. The OCs are encountering unusual circumstances during our hour together. How will your OC adapt their costuming to each challenge? We will form bonds between our characters, and each other. We will offer encouragement and support, answer cosplay questions, get advice about costuming and explore the worlds and history of each original character. Remember, every character was once an original character. Perhaps yours will be one cosplayed by millions of children one day!
Other Details
Parental Guidance
There will never be improv or discussions that are inappropriate. All role play is kept very safe, very age appropriate, and sensitive to every walk of life. Mama ensures that we keep things light and fun for every cosplayer.
Supply List
It is advised the cosplayer have at least a partial costume put together for their original character. It is not necessary to have a full look. Items from their closet and home are just fine.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Is your child a cosplayer or wanting to be a cosplayer? Do they want to join other cosplayers online in a safe, happy, encouraging space? Do they want to learn from cosplayers paid to speak at conventions, events, and are sponsored by costume companies? Do they want to be a part of a friendly cosplay community? Then please read more about our organization, Cosplay Is Life here on Outschool!
Our leader! Mama Cosplay! Mama Cosplay is known worldwide as the "Internet Cosplay Mom." Mama has a large social media following due to her portrayal of original anime characters, and her engaging, loving, encouraging way with children. Not only is she a cosplay mother figure, but she's also skilled in all areas of cosplay. Mama knows it's more than just having the cosplay skills. You have to be able to connect with children AND be able to communicate in a manner that makes the child excited to learn more. Mama excels at cosplay education with clear communication presented with pizazz, energy, and enthusiasm. Mama has over 100 wigs, even more costumes, cosplay accessories, and an endless supply of makeup. Mama is a top cosplay influencer, which means companies provide her with any costume item she wants. She is also paid to speak at cosplay conventions and is a cosplay cabaret show producer! She's also the mom of 3 child cosplayers, one of which is also a professional cosplayer! Mama has developed over 50 unique, original cosplay classes and events since she began her educator career with Outschool. Top sellers include Mama Cosplay's Cosplay Prom, The Cozzies Cosplay Awards, Crimes Against Cosplay, cosplay parties for every holiday, private cosplay instruction, and private parties.
One thing we must mention is that Mama is also known for bringing shy learners out of their shells. Many children begin her classes feeling awkward, and with much social anxiety. The transformation that happens in her classes is incredible! Soon those shy children are social butterflies and many have gone on to become big names in the cosplay industry, and/or surrounded by new friends, and many are now looked up to as mentors for young cosplayers.
Bucky- every cosplayer's big brother.
Bucky is an outgoing, bubbly, fun, inclusive instructor who quickly rose to popularity here on Outschool because he's close enough in age to the students that he relates to their generation, but old enough to lead them properly and with much enthusiasm. Bucky loves to cosplay from many fandoms, is an avid video gamer, and is very enthusiastic when it comes to all things cosplay and anime. Students love Bucky so much they have made Bucky cosplay playing cards, Bucky fan art, and Bucky memes. You can find Bucky on the schedule every other Sunday.
Lore: (Mama's child) Lore became a professional, sponsored cosplayer at age 15. Lore is sponsored by major costume companies, wig companies, and makeup lines. Lore was a teacher's assistant on Outschool for a year and is now an official Outschool cosplay educator. Lore leads the Five Nights at Freddy's cosplay group, the DSMP group, The Scariest Cosplay Group, and more!
Ari- Ari is a professional chef and leads the Cooking With Cosplayers series.
If you want your cosplayer to learn from cosplayers who represent the very best in the business, and will properly guide your child through every aspect of cosplay, please give the educators at Cosplay Is Life a try. Mama truly cares and wants your child to leave class feeling happy, encouraged, praised, and enthused!
Reviews
Live Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 31 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
2-8 learners per class