Lilith Keller, aka Lilis_Cosplay, is a cosplayer, ren faire and scare actor, makeup artist, and fashion designer from Texas. They have been cosplaying and scare acting for 10 years. They now get to travel across the country competing in cosplay contests, working as a sales assistant in Artist Alley for LovelyLadyArtist, and hosting panels for fandoms like SAO, Fairy Tail, and Black Butler, and on cosplay creation and makeup. They can usually be spotted cosplaying their favorite characters from fandoms like Arcane, MHA, Black Butler, and Miraculous Ladybug. They have received awards for their Strawberry Shortcake with a crocheted yarn wig, a Judge’s Choice at SoonerCon30, transforming Mew Ichigo, a Judge’s Choice at Tokyo OK 2022, and their original design for a Barbie Princess and the Pauper Robe à la Française, which got Best Historical at Balticon58 last year!
Want to look high seas but low on funds? Putting together a pirate cosplay or ren-faire garb is easier than you think! Plundering pieces from your own closet or treasure hunting at the thrift store can get you far. Plus add a bit of eyeliner and tousled locks, you'll be a buccaneer in no time! We'll show you how.
Transporting a costume safely can be as challenging as building it. Armor, wings, props, and wigs all require careful planning when traveling to conventions. This panel shares practical strategies for packing, transporting, and protecting cosplay during road trips or flights. Learn how to arrive with your costume intact and ready to wear.
Grab the mic and become the star of your own story! The Cosplay Karaoke Contest is where vocal talent meets fandom flair. This high-energy event invites cosplayers to step into character and perform their favorite hits—from iconic anime openings and Broadway showstoppers to classic pop anthems.
Step into the romantic sci-fi world of Love and Deepspace for a special After Dark fan experience designed for Hunters ready to meet their favorite Deepspace boys. This interactive late-night event brings the characters to life with cosplayers portraying fan favorites including Xavier, Zayne, Rafayel, Sylus, and Caleb.