Author: Arthur Grimsley

Arthur Grimsley has been watching anime since he was 13. He has dabbled in fan art, fan fiction, comic making, cosplay and song writing. In his spare time he likes to pretend to be a 70s punk and listen to Iron Maiden. DevianArt

The Cosplay Photoshop Debate

March 13, 2012March 22, 2012Arthur GrimsleyCosplay

The Cosplay Photoshop debate is probably familiar to many of you: put simply it’s the issue of whether digital editing, specifically in the form of Photoshop, should be used on Cosplay photos. It’s contentious enough to bring forth real passion on both sides; some say Photoshop is a useful tool while others claim that it…

Making a great Cosplay: Why Photographers Matter

February 20, 2012February 20, 2012Arthur GrimsleyCosplay

Anyone involved in the cosplay community can attest to the wide range of talent on offer. Cosplay is still a very personal form of expression, especially when outfits are made by hand, and that connection leads to some truly inspirational work. However, it’s easy to forget that cosplay (especially when consumed on the internet) is…