How It’s Made is an event that brings the community together by sharing our knowledge and experiences in cosplay and related crafts. The event is set up just like a science fair: presenters display cosplay pieces or equipment that they have made or used, educating visitors about the processes involved. It’s all about building up the cosplay community in Calgary!
13 topics will be included in this event, in which 12 topics will be selected from craftspeople who sign up below. The remaining topic will be covered by our cosplay guest. If you’re an experienced craftsperson who wants to spread the word, this is the event for you!
Location
Main Events Pre-Function Area
Date/Time
Sunday May 21, 2023
Time TBD
Participating in How It’s Made will grant you a Panelist badge for Otafest 2023, with How It’s Made counting as one panel.
Per Otafest policy, panelists receive a discounted weekend pass ($20 admission) when they run one panel, or free weekend admission when they run two or more panels.
If you’re unsure about your topic, need ideas, or have any questions, you can email Autumn at autumn.desjardins@otafest.com.
General:
Sewing:
Wigs:
Armor, Props and Accessories:
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Autumn at autumn.desjardins@otafest.com.
Applications have closed! Thank you for your interest, but our list is now full.
Otafest acknowledges that the land we gather on is the traditional territory of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta, which includes the Blackfoot Confederacy (comprising the Siksika, Piikani and Kainai First Nations), as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda (including the Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Wesley First Nations). The City of Calgary is also the home of the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III.
Photos on this website are courtesy of
Elyse Bouvier, Brenrich Carandang, Plutopia Productions, Ryan Logan, Dani Sato, Chi Tang