{"product_id":"otakon-class-cosplay-weathering-for-beginners","title":"OTAKON CLASS \/\/ Cosplay Weathering for Beginners","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLocation: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOtakon 2026 | Walter E. Washington Room 144B - Workshop Room\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 hours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring your props to life in this hands-on workshop focused on beginner-friendly cosplay weathering techniques. Students will learn how to sand and dry brush prop daggers to create realistic wear, aging, and battle damage, then take their finished piece home. The class also includes live demonstrations of basic fabric weathering, including painting and controlled fraying using simple tools like a pet brush. Perfect for cosplayers looking to move beyond “fresh off the printer” finishes, this workshop teaches techniques that add depth, realism, and story to any costume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e________________________________\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn this workshop you'll learn:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"236\"\u003eHow to use sanding techniques to create realistic wear and surface damage on props\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"314\"\u003eDry brushing methods for adding depth, highlights, and age to prop pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"377\"\u003eHow to safely weather props using simple, accessible tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"468\"\u003eBasic fabric weathering techniques, including painting for wear and controlled fraying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"569\"\u003eHow to use unconventional tools (like a cat brush) to achieve natural-looking fabric distressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"695\"\u003eHow to apply these weathering techniques to props, accessories, and costume elements for more believable cosplay finishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisite Skills:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNone - Beginner Friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Instructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"www.turtlesmithy.com\" title=\"Turtle Smithy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTurtle Smithy\u003c\/a\u003e has been cosplaying for over 20 years. He has competed and won awards at many different conventions, not the least of which being the first C2E2 Crown Champion. He has also judged many competitions at shows over the years, and currently makes cosplay accessories full time for his Etsy shop. He has a wide range of expertise, including costume patterning, sewing, armor, props, leather, painting, mold making and casting. Turtle Smithy is excited to share his knowledge in this hands on workshop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Nitty Gritty:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo participate in this workshop, a liability waiver must be completed for all participants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnyone under 16 years of age MUST be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSpace is limited and all tickets are first come first serve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePurchasing a ticket reserves one (1) seat at this class. For multiple tickets, please add more than one ticket to your cart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAll tickets are final sale. In the event of a no-show, no refunds will be available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTickets will be delivered digitally to the email address provided at checkout. This digital ticket will be needed to enter the event.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAll classes start promptly at the time they're scheduled for. 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