Cosplay
AnimeCon is one of the beating hearts of cosplay in the Netherlands. A place where both novice and experienced cosplayers can live their hobby to the fullest. You will find cosplay everywhere throughout the convention: many of the visitors wear their wonderful costumes, photographers enjoy taking pictures and we host many events about cosplay.
Everybody who is interested can cosplay at AnimeCon. To give everybody the possibility to enjoy cosplay to the fullest, we provide multiple cosplay activities during our festival. From beginning cosplayers to experts, we offer activities for all.
Cosplay Competitions at AnimeCon
Here at AnimeCon we host multiple cosplay competitions, where the best cosplayers compete on stage and show their costumes in the most wonderful acts. This can be in solo acts, or in groups. AnimeCon prides itself that it has competitions for any level. For those who want to try out filling the stage for the first time, to those who want to represent the Netherlands in one of the international competitions abroad, where our cosplayers will compete with the some of the best cosplayers in the world.
Cosplay Competition Judges
Hiccup The Derp
Hiccup The Derp is a danish cosplayer who has been cosplaying for more than 10 years.
They had the honor to be part of Team Denmark for C4 in 2016 and they are very exited to come
back to Animecon, which they remember very fondly for the friendlyness and craftmanship.
Hiccup The Derp is a "Trial and Error" type of cosplayer, who loves to work with untraditional
materials, like blister plastic packaging, bottle caps and so forth. They are also skilled with adding light
techniques which they love adding to their cosplays. They an Allround cosplayer who are specialized
in sewing, crafting, 3D printing, make small LED circuits and wig styling. A true Jack-of-all-trades,
since they dabble in a bit of everything they can get their hands on. They are super exited to come
back and be amazed by all the creative interpretations of costuming details and maybe finally have a
good stroopwafel again!
Bambi Lashes
Bambi Lashes Design first made her own cosplay in 2014 and hasn't looked back since!
She cosplays from video games,. anime and film with a particular fondness for elaborate sewing projects. Her favourite place to be is in front of her sewing machine, but she also loves to experiment and expand her craft. She dabbles in wig work, corsetry and shoe making.
She has both won and judges multiple international competitions, having most recently taken home Best in Show at the 2022 CRX Hime Cosplay Cup, and having represented Ireland in Eurocosplay 2019. She loves to share what she has learned by creating patterns and tutorials and hopes to always keep on crafting!
CaptainGhostly
Meet Captainghostly, an international cosplayer and prop maker based in Belgium. He is an enthusiastic explorer of novel materials, techniques and approaches to elevate his creations. Following on that, he introduced several new materials in the cosplay world together with Cosplayshop.be. CaptainGhostly loves giving workshops filled with practical tips and tricks to help others learn and grow in their own crafting journeys.
Captainghostly has had the privilege of guesting over 60 times all around the world and judged international cosplay finals such as "CWM" and "ICCC". His work has even been featured in the "cool japan" exhibition at one of Belgium's largest museums.
His ultimate goal is to use his presence to inspire others, sharing knowledge and being a positive influence in the community.
Cosplay Workshops and Events
Maybe you just want to know more about it, or the materials. In that case we have workshops about cosplay. Or you could go to one of the dealers that specialize in cosplay, especially Cosplayshop.be.
Cosplay Photography
Photocorners
Of course, if you don't want to shine on stage, there are many other opportunities for your hobby. For instance, AnimeCon has several different themed background spots, which can use for your pictures.
Cosplay Photography
Speaking of photography, besides AnimeCon's own photographers, there are many photographers as well. So if you are into cosplay photography, AnimeCon is the place to be. We do have some house rules regarding photography though. 2 tips for both cosplayers and photographers: make some (business) cards what you can trade for contact. And always ask before you make a picture, even if it is just a snapshot. That way you will get the best results.
But most of all, when you come to AnimeCon, you will meet many people who also love cosplay. Enjoy the community and meet old and new friends.
