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A Guide On How To Take Your Own Cosplay Photos At Home

Many of you want to know how to take your own cosplay photos at home? Well, it’s easy. You just have to make a DIY cosplay studio at home. Also, a DSLR camera with a good lens will be fine with the costume and makeup. But, if you do not own a DSLR camera, you can take selfies with your smartphone as well. There are three levels in which you can take your cosplay pictures: beginner, intermediate, and advanced.

Read this guide to know in detail.    

What Are Cosplay Photos?

Cosplay photography has become so popular in recent days. People around the world love to take their cosplay photos and post them on social media platforms, especially Instagram. So, what are cosplay photos?

Cosplay photography is now popularly known as the term ‘costume play.’ It is a fun way for people. They show their love and feelings for their favorite fictional characters. These fictional characters can be from comics, books, movies, and so on. You can choose your favorite fantasy theme and take many vibrant cosplay photos.

How To Make Your Own Cosplay Photography At Home

As mentioned earlier, you can take vibrant and effective cosplay pictures at home, opting for three different levels. If you are just a beginner in the world of cosplay, do not just worry. We have pretty much things to share with you.

If you are thinking about how to take your own cosplay photography at home, let me tell you that there is no hard and first rule to set up a DIY cosplay studio at home. You will just need a smartphone, some natural lights, and a large mirror. That is all.

Let’s begin with the first option which is for beginners.

Option 1 – Beginner Home Cosplay Studio

Beginner Home Cosplay Studio

As a beginner in the world of cosplay, you might be a little worried about the process. Well, as we have mentioned first, you will only have to have a cell phone with a front camera, mirror, and natural light at this stage. So, now, you just have to put on the makeup and wear the costume related to your favorite cosplay character. But as you have just started, you should choose a character without much complexity. You should select a character with an easy costume and makeup.

You will need:  

  1. A smartphone with a good front camera
  2. Natural light
  3. Large mirror

Fancy Upgrade:

  1. Phone ring light
  2. A Mini tripod
  3. A regular standing tripod

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Option 2 – Intermediate Cosplay Studio

Intermediate Cosplay Studio

So, the process of setting up the intermediate cosplay studio setup is a bit more complex than setting up a beginner cosplay studio. At this stage, it is better to have a DSLR camera with you because this camera works fine when you want to take a clear picture of cosplay characters. On the other hand, pictures that are taken by a DSLR camera are easy to edit for the YouTube videos. After you gather the equipment, you need to set up the background for the picture.

Finally, you have to select a character from your favorite book, movies, or comics and dress up like them. It is better if you take the pictures with a ring light. However, if you do not own a ring light, try to take the photos in natural lights as best as you can.

You will need:

  1. Stretchy fabric
  2. Thumbtacks
  3. DSLR

Fancy Upgrade:

  1. DSLR remote
  2. Right light tripod
  3. A regular tripod stand

Option 3 – Advanced Equipment for Your Cosplay Photos

Advanced Equipment for Your Cosplay Photos

This is the last stage of your cosplay photography. When you reach this stage, you will become a master of the cosplay photography process. So, at this stage, you have to set up a cosplay studio at home with some advanced equipment. You will be able to buy all the equipment from the Amazon shopping application.

You will need:

  1. Thumbtacks
  2. DSLR
  3. Ring lights
  4. Energy saving bulbs
  5. Black reflectors
  6. Heavy duty spring clamps
  7. Backdrop stand

Fancy Upgrade:

  1. White wood floor backdrop
  2. Black reflector umbrella
  3. White translucent umbrellas
  4. Carry bag for background stand
  5. Two string umbrella stands

Where Do I Take My Photos?

The location depends on the theme you choose. If you want a natural location for your cosplay photography, you will have to go out and find a suitable place.

  • If you choose a light fantasy theme, you can select a place that is covered with glass windows. You can get a mirror-type vibe with the glass reflections.
  • You can go to an open area like a large balcony or a garden to take your cosplay pictures. Just make sure that the background should match your theme.
  • In case you are on a dark fantasy theme, you can select a parking garage. That will be the best place in your home. If you want to explore more, you can take photos at an abandoned building.  
  • As for general locations, you can select a stone wall and a brick wall as your background. For a character that is suitable for kids, you can take your cosplay photos at playgrounds.

How Do I Take Pictures Of Myself? 

No matter what device you own, a smartphone or a DSLR camera, you can set the timer while you are taking the cosplay photos. So, first, you have to select an angle from which you want to shoot the pictures. Now, set the camera to that angle. Set the timer. Finally, go and stand in your position. Make a stylish pose until the picture is taken. Repeat this process for more pictures.  

FAQs:

1. How do I take cosplay photos of myself?

You can take your cosplay photos at home easily. It is great if you have the latest DSLR camera. If you do not have a DSLR camera, don’t worry. You can take cosplay pictures with your smartphone’s camera as well. Just dress up as your favorite character and take the picture in front of the mirror. Natural lights work fine in such cases.

2. How can I improve my cosplay photos?

Here are some of the tricks with which you can improve your cosplay photos.

  • Dress up well at first.
  • Do makeup like your favorite characters.
  • Find a good photographer.
  • Make sure you maintain every detail in your costume.
  • You can learn from the other cosplay pictures.
  • If you are using a wig, it should look natural and stylish.
  • Take time to dress up like the cosplay character.
  • Add the right props to your costume.

3. Can you take pictures with cosplayers?

Well, yes. You can take pictures with other cosplayers. Shooting photos with your favorite cosplayers are always fun. But you have to make sure that you ask their permission before you are about to take pictures with them.

4. How do you pose with cosplayers?

It is not at all difficult to pose with your favorite cosplayers. Just notice what character the cosplayer is playing. Now, you should take enough time to analyze the character. After that, you should think well about what the cosplayer is doing. Don’t just try to imitate him or her. Try to be creative. You will get a good picture with them.

To Summarize

So, you can see that taking your own cosplay pictures is not difficult at all. You just have to maintain all the details with the costume, makeup, and props. Also, you do not have to be a professional photographer to take a good cosplay picture. Just gather some essential equipment and you are done. All the best!

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