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Cosplay Makeup Workshop 2016

02/06/2016 by

Last Saturday 28 May, the third cosplay workshop took place at The Beauty Parlour makeup studio in Strovolos, Nicosia. Our aspiring cosplayers attended a bespoke, full-day makeup masterclass by local professional makeup artist, Crystal Michael.

Crystal creating a character eye makeup look on Natalie, after concealing the eyebrows.

The workshop started off with some useful cosplay makeup tips as well as an introduction to various tools and products, which was then followed by the makeup demonstrations. Crystal showed how to conceal eyebrows with spirit gum and redraw them again in a different shape, as well as how to make the eyes appear bigger using makeup – ideal for those wanting to cosplay as anime or manga characters!

Lastly, the final demonstration included creating scars for cosplaying the character of Geralt of Rivia (from the popular action RPG The Witcher!) using basic special effects and detailed face painting, to transform the face and make it look like the fictional character’s.

A big thank you to Natalie and Nicholas for agreeing to be our models for the day!

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Cosplay Workshops 2016 have began!

24/05/2016 by

Only around 100 days left until the third installment of Cyprus Comic Con and the planning procedures for the upcoming event are currently under way with top speed!

Last Saturday (21/05), on the premises of Gamers’ Boulevard in Digenis Akritas Avenue in Nicosia, the second cosplay workshop was held with over 20 aspiring cosplayers participating, while the first introductory workshop a week before, was open for all cosplay enthusiasts and more than 40 people attended! The second workshop was more focused on materials and pattern-making and the participants got to interact with and customise different types of block foam, polystyrene and thermoplastic.

The purpose of these meetings is to aid those interested in participating in this year’s cosplay contest with a fully handmade costume. During the seminar workshops, the participants receive personalised advice and feedback to help them perfect their cosplay costume to the best quality possible. Furthermore, they get to do it in a friendly environment with other fellow cosplay enthusiasts!

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Become a CCC16 Sponsor

17/05/2016 by

Cyprus Comic Con is a non-profit organisation which celebrates comic book influenced art and culture in Cyprus, with plans to expand and also form collaborations within all surrounding regions (Europe, Middle East, Asia).

This year’s event will take place at Filoxenia Conference Centre in Nicosia on September 3rd & 4th 2016, from 10:00-19:00 and 10:00-20:00 respectively.

“Comic Con is a worldwide phenomenon that has captivated pop culture fans year in, year out. In recent years, we have seen a type of renaissance of the ninth art on a global scale in every form, with Hollywood blockbusters, video games, fine hand-drawn illustration, comic books and TV shows, all creating a new-age culture. With the on-going revolution of this famous industry, we look to provide the same quality and variety of content that other international comic conventions all around the world have been offering under the broad categories of film, comics, anime/manga, video gaming, table-top games and cosplay.” – Tony Michaels, CCC Organiser & PR Manager

Last year’s event was an unparalleled success, exceeding all expectations with over eight thousand people attending! This year, Cyprus Comic Con will be expanding even further, taking advantage of the entire Filoxenia Conference Centre and aiming to maintain the momentum and excitement of last year’s event, by introducing even more activities, panels, special guests and other particulars.

A short-list of some of this year’s features includes; a genre film festival, local and international artists and special guests, panels/talks by local and international guests, live music, cosplay stage show, video gaming and table-top tournaments, booths and displays by local and international stores/sponsors, an exhibition of artwork and collectibles and much, much more!

Why Become a CCC Sponsor?

Cyprus Comic Con depends upon corporate sponsorship for much of its financial support and as such, is seeking the support of community organisations and businesses. As a sponsor, you would receive broad media coverage and/or a tailored participation in our annual event. In turn you could play a pivotal role in helping to promote this historic art form and its diaspora of sub-cultures.

For more information on the sponsor packages, please apply through this form.

To find out more about becoming a sponsor, please contact:

Tony M. Michaels
PR & Communications Manager
tony@cypruscomiccon.org – +357 99-327736

Announcing new PopGen Asia section @CCC’16!

11/05/2016 by

POPGEN-ASIA (1)Cyprus Comic Con is proud to announce PopGen Asia, a brand new area within the convention dedicated to Japanese, Korean & Asian culture. Short for Pop Generation Asia, this new zone will be hosting an array of shops, music, art, community groups, and more!

Taking into consideration the growing appreciation and global popularity of Asian culture, Cyprus Comic Con has decided to create a special area for fans of Anime, Manga, Asian music, food, cinema, fashion, etc to hang out and also meet like-minded individuals! So if you are looking to meet more Asian culture geeks, put on your Pikachu onesie or that pair of nekomimi cat ears and join the fun!

For those of you new to the Asian pop culture scene, be sure to keep your eyes and ears open because PopGen Asia will be packed with vibrant colours and sounds! You can expect to see fans dressed like their favourite J-pop or K-pop idol, anime cosplay, music and dancing, as well as some beautiful fan art and crafts. As for those of you with a sweet tooth, yummy and delicious Japanese sweets and other Asian snacks will be available for sale at some of the stalls throughout the section!

If you would like to exhibit or be part of PopGen Asia, please contact:

Crystal Michael
crystal@cypruscomiccon.org

Cosplay Workshops 2016

10/05/2016 by

cosplay (1)We are thrilled to announce that the Cyprus Comic Con Cosplay team will be holding weekly cosplay workshops involving demonstrations, lectures, hands-on crafting and costume advice.

The workshops will be taught by the community’s top cosplayers: high scorers in past Cyprus Comic Con cosplay competitions and local professionals. You will learn how to plan, craft, style and wear a cosplay costume from scratch (specifically, your CCC16 costume) alongside like-minded people.

We will be holding the workshops every Saturday, mostly in Nicosia with a couple happening in Limassol. Taking part is completely free!

 

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