Arctic-Sekai

What got you into cosplay?
I've always been a fan of anime, manga, games, comics...etc. I am a well rounded artist in the fields of both traditional media (acrylics, painting, charcoal, watercolor...etc.) and digital media (cartoons, illustrations, portraits, photo. manipulations...etc.) My friends and I have always had a love for conventions and Renaissance fairs- I feel it was only natural that I give costuming/cosplaying a try.
What was your first costume and why?
My first official 'cosplay' that I have worked on and completed was Fran. She was very appealing to me in both character and outfit. I have not seen many cosplayers attempt her when I decided to create mine- and I felt I should accept the challenge. And she was a challenge, but the final result was exciting. I would still very much love to recreate her for a future con. As far as other costumes go, I have a ton under my belt- but they were just for parties, halloween, and such occasions. My Pirate outfit has to be my favorite unofficial costume- I am still making changes to it.
What is your favorite costume and why?
Fran, because the work that went into her outfit was so intricate, detailed, complex; so much that not just anyone can pull it off.
Do you have a dream costume you'd like to make?
I'll accept all ideas for consideration- please drop me a PM with your ideas; I would love to hear them! Help me expand my cosplay experience!
What has been your most memorable cosplay experience?
Otakon 2007; Fran- FFXII She was my first official cosplay and I will never forget the excitement she brought to the con. All of the photographers, tourists not apart of the Con stopped me for pictures, I gave a woman a hug who was a huge fan of the character and she was nearly crying in excitement, I was surrounded by a group of 30 fan boys circling me screaming "Fran, Will you be my Final Fantasy!" Then taking pictures with me. It was adorable and such a great time.
Do you participate in masquerades?
Not so much- Never had the drive to do so.
Have you won any awards for your costumes?
I haven't participated in any events.
Tell us a little about yourself
- I am an artist with my digital art featured on a few web pages - I love video games- but rarely have the time to play anymore - I like most anime - I enjoy manga *mainly Hellsing/FMA* - I attend college with a degree in Business Management with a tract of Hospitality and Tourism.
My favorite anime
DBZ, Gundam Wing, *most all of the Gundam Series* DB, Slayers, HELLSING, Akira, Love Hina, El Hazard, FMA, Paranoia Agent, Bleach, Weiss Kreuz, Golden Boy, AH! My Goddess... many many many more...
My favorite game(s)
Mario Galaxy, MarioKart for the wii/DS, Elite Beat Agents, Animal Crossing, Katamari, Super Mario Brothers...etc. I don't really play any more T.T
My favorite book(s)
Hellsing and FMA manga, Lord of the Flies, Hamlet, A Man for All Seasons, A Separeate Peace, White Oleander, Redemption Song, World War Z, Zombie Survival Guide, V for Vendetta, Sandman, Watchmen...etc.
My favorite character(s)
Fran, Lust, Mia Fey, Urd, Alucard, Integra Hellsing, Seras Victoria, Rip Van Winkle, Naga, Zelgadis, Shihouin Yoruichi, Aisha Clanclan, Sango, Midna, Mai Shiranui, Yoko Ritona, Felicia, Lulu... many others.
My favorite movies(s)
Wow, a lot of movies; Horror, B Horror, Zombie, action, drama, funny... to name a few Trailer Park Boys, Grandmas boy, SuperBad, Super Troopers, 28 Days/Weeks Later, Dawn of the Dead, Dead Alive, Borat, Edward Scissorhands, Most Disney/Pixar Movies, Harry Potter Series, Transformers, LOTR series, Run Fat Boy Run, Sean of the Dead, Scrubs, Taken, Pirates of the Carribean...etc. I love movies. I'll tell ya that much.
My favorite actors/actresses
Johnny Depp and Hugh Jackman are the biggies for me.