Cosplay, Togs & All Things Nerdy
As well as my various photography projects I also co-host a cosplay & cosplay photography community podcast along side Switch_gn. So how did Cosplay, Togs & All Thing Nerdy all come about you may ask?
Well, I had been working on some ideas for a podcast and streaming channel behind the scenes for around a year and was nearing the end of the planning stages. Then one day Tom (Switch_gn) mentioned on his socials stories that he was considering setting one up himself and so I reached out to ask about joining forces. Knowing we both had similar ideas of where they wanted to go with the channel, and having a wealth of knowledge between us in various areas of the cosplay community it seemed like the perfect partnership. Fast forward just few short weeks and the new branding was ready, the first topics were planned, and the socials and streaming accounts were set up. It really came together that quickly.
The main aim of the show is to not only bring topics and discussions that can be informative and help people learn and get to know more about the photography side of the cosplay community. But to also give people in the community a voice to get their own topics out there. Whether it be important stuff like safety, or just cool things about their craft. There will also be episodes where we just want geek out and talk about things like gaming, movies, comics and our favourite shows too.
But ultimately, this is not just our show. It’s yours too!
LATEST EPISODES
EP0.5
In the first episode of Cosplay, Togs and All Things Nerdy, hosts iPhoto UK and Switch introduce themselves and discuss their backgrounds in cosplay photography. They talk about their love for cosplay and the sense of community within the cosplay scene. They also share their goals for the podcast, which include discussing cosplay photography, cosplay events, gaming, TV shows, movies, and important topics like con safety, mental health, and accessibility in the cosplay community. They plan to have guests on the show and engage with the audience through interviews, live streams, and audience participation. Also listen on Spotify
EP1
In this episode, the hosts are joined by photographers B.H.C.Photography and Bigfootphotos to discuss their journey into cosplay photography. We share early and recent photos, highlighting our growth and the importance of finding and owning one’s style. The discussion covers favorite conventions like Secret Con, preferred shooting locations, gear, and the challenges of social anxiety and technical settings. Emphasizing community, creativity, and confidence, they offer tips on lighting, collaboration, and staying focused on creating art rather than social media metrics. The episode ends with your questions. Also listen on Spotify.