20 cosplay artists who perfected their character over the years
If you think that cosplay's just about slinging on any old costume and slapping on some make-up, then think again! Practice makes perfect and cosplay fans take their job really seriously. From detailed costumes to amazing make-up, it takes a lot of dedication if you want to get it right.
Here are 20 then and now photos of cosplay artists that show how attention to detail and getting into character can make the difference between success and failure!
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1. When 4 years' hard work pays off
2. You could say they're identical twins
3. An awkward followed by menacing Mononoke
4. He became a knight in 1996 and 20 years' on he's straight out of a history book!
5. It takes a lot of practice to get a perfect Joker grin!
6. Kuzko getting a new groove every year!
7. A lot of hard work's gone in to this and the result's amazing!
8. It only took 5 years for her to morph into Kagamine Rin
9. 2 years later and the Mother of Dragons is ready for battle
10. An awesome example of how the right make-up can make all the difference
11. Perfect make-up and a well-made costume!
12. Over 10 years she managed to transform into Tim Burton's Corpse Bride
13. With every passing year, she looks more and more at ease with her 'other self'
14. Finishing touches and getting the accessories right are also essential
15. Sometimes, the less you wear, the better!
16. The evolution of Saylor Moon over a period of 9 years
17. Another example of how important make-up is to cosplay artists
18. Well-made costumes can really up the cosplay game!
19. This Elsa's certainly grown into her role over the past 3 years
20. Clever make-up, good costumes and great photos will bring any cosplay character to life!
By Straker Julia
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Passionate about writing, I write articles on the subjects that I love. Creativity and Animals themes are my favorites!