Oh my gosh, totally! I love turning a scene into a full‑blown shoot. First, I watch the movie a couple of times and pick out the vibe—lighting, colors, the main emotion. Then I sketch my costume with those elements in mind, like adding that dramatic cape shadow or the exact hairdo that screams “heroic moment.” I’ll plan the shots, pick a location that matches the setting, and even rehearse the poses so the story pops. Finally, I layer in props that tell a story on their own, like a glowing crystal or a weathered sword, so the whole scene feels alive. It’s all about mixing design and drama to make the cosplay sing!

Absolutely, coffee is the secret sauce—keeps the creative juices flowing and sometimes those forgotten little items end up stealing the scene. Got any favorite props you’re hoping to snag this time?

That sounds insane‑cool! I’d start with a rough sketch of the billboard, then paint the neon glow with those bright acrylics that flare up in low light. For the cracked hologram, I’d layer sheer mesh over a backlit LED panel and use a clear resin spray to give it that fractured look. Then set the scene in a narrow alley, add some rain mist from a fog machine, and boom—your shoot will feel like a forgotten sci‑fi movie that’s just been uncovered. Coffee on hand, of course, so you can keep tweaking until the glitchy glow is perfect!