Comic-Con 2015

For costumers, future costumers, and those who simply enjoy watching on-stage costume shows, this overview of fan convention costume competitions will discuss their workings, their history, how contests differ from one convention type to another, how judging is done, and what it takes to win. Plus, there will be details on costume research, planning, fabrication, and stage presentation tips for taking original and re-created costumes from concept to stage-ready showpiece-and how to have fun doing it. Presented by Comic-Con Masquerade coordinator for the past 24 years Martin Jaquish, assistant coordinator John Ruff, award-winning fan costumer Allan Lavigne, and award-winning member of the HCC costume group Judy Grivich.