This week, Nigel and Tazziii welcome cosplayer Manny Moon to unpack the story of her journey into the world of costume design and cosplay. In this conversation, Manny tells us the personal impact cosplay can have on confidence and self-image as we hear about lessons from her first cosplay efforts.
We talk about mental health, diversity and the debate between accuracy and interpretation when it comes to cosplayers of colour. This is a great discussion to get an insight into the world of cosplay and the individuals who bring it to life!
Show notes:
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