Interview Questions

Subject 1 - Pro/Amateur Cosplay Artist

1. How did you get into cosplay, and how long have you been participating in it?
2. How much thought goes into the preparation for a new character?
3. About how many conventions do you attend annually?
4. What's your favorite convention?
5. Do any of your friends attend the conventions with you, or participate with you?
6. What are some of the biggest challenges when designing a costume for a certain character?
7. How long does it usually take to make a costume from scratch?
8. What advice would you give to a beginner cosplay artist?
9. Who is your favorite cosplay artist/role model within the cosplay community?
10. What's the best costume/character you've created so far?

Subject 2 - Beginner Cosplay Artist

1. What motivated you into creating a cosplay character?
2. How much time do you think it's going to take to make your first costume?
3. Did any of your friends motivate you to participate in a convention, or did you decide it was just something you've always wanted to do?
4. What problems do you anticipate running into when designing your first costume?
5. Do you have a favorite cosplay artist? If so, who is it and where'd you first see their work?
6. Have you ever attended a convention, or will this be the first time you participate and attend an event?
7. Are you nervous about publicly displaying your cosplay character at one of these conventions?
8. Do you see yourself taking part in the cosplay community for years to come? Or is it a one time thing to say that you've done it?
9. Is your character based off of a comic book, video game, movie or a T.V. show? Why did you choose this character?
10. If your first experience goes well for you, would you consider doing cosplay at a professional level, or is it something that will remain more of a hobby for you?