“Cosplay allows me to also immerse myself in the fantasy realms these characters are a part of, which I think is so magical.” -ElunaBee

Cosplayer Jezzie lives in Monterrey, Mexico, married, with one beautiful boy. In her spare time, she likes to draw, cosplay, and does not believe being a mother is a setback to doing what she loves.

“Mistakes are the best way to improve your work. Do not force yourself to be perfect - nobody is.” - Kataga

“Cosplay is a way for me to step outside myself. It’s a challenge, a community, and a project all rolled into a package that can be as big and complex, or small and simple as I need it to be.” - Kale

“Cosplay like any artistic medium takes practice. Don’t be discouraged by looking at other people. All that matters is that you’re having a good time.” - Laura

“Don’t let ANYONE tell you who you can and can’t cosplay. Cosplay is for everyone. Every size, shape, color, gender, or skill-level. Just use your brain, don’t be a jerk, and have FUN with it.“

“I don't know many other hobbies that let you become a totally different person. I really love being someone else for a day and dressing up in fun clothes I wouldn't normally wear. It's freeing.” Laura

“The friends that I've made through this hobby are some of the most kind and supportive people I've ever met.” -Amy

“The limit does not exist when it comes to imagination and creativity!” -Destiny

“To be honest i think that Lore Olympus is the best fandom that has ever existed. When I've made Eros cosplay people gave me so much love that I literally cried.”

“Cosplay to me is a release... I love the fact that I'm able to set my own goals and really challenge myself.”

“The first step, and the hardest one, is going for it.”