Cosplay Competition

Kōwhai Fan Fest is a holding a cosplay competition with the judging and winners announced on the day of the event, Saturday March 27. Get your entry in before 11.59pm, Friday March 19.

RUles and Guidelines

• Anyone can enter the competition.
• This contest is for individuals. Groups will not be accepted.
• Your costume can consist of armour, fabric, props, wigs and makeup but must align with our cosplay policy. Each costume will be judged based on its own merits and construction.
• Contestants will be judged on their craftsmanship. At least 90% of the costume needs to be made by the contestant.
• Each contestant will submit a small construction diary as part of their entry. This will consist of 3-4 photos of the elements the contestant is most proud of. A couple of sentences under each photo will help judges see the process behind your work. This will be read by the judges before the interview.

Procedure

• You can enter anytime before March 19 via this form.
• For those who have entered, your construction diaries need to be sent to our email by 11.59pm, March 19. You can use this template.
• Judging will commence on the day of the event. You will be allocated a time to meet with the judges, to talk through your construction. This time will be sent to you via email.
• Winners and prizes will be announced on the main stage at 2.20pm on March 27.

Prizes

Kōwhai Fan Fest has been donated some incredible prizes by Worbla NZ, Techtonic Workshop, and Artisan Alcove. Those prizes include...

• Lightsaber from Techtonic Workshop
• Gift Vouchers for Artisan Alcove and WorblaNZ
• Mako heat guns
• Worbla FinestArt Medium
• Worbla BlackArt Medium
• Limited Edition Kōwhai Fan Fest Enamel Pins

Meet the Judges

Violetta

@violetcoz

Violetta is a cosplayer from the Christchurch cosplay scene and has entered the Armageddon Cosplay Competition numerous times. She is a Worbla Ambassador and well-known for her armour builds.

Emma

@aenthralled

Emma is a veteran of the Christchurch cosplay community, known for her incredibly constructed cosplays, including armour, props, accessories and garments.

Te Aroha

@t.cake.love

Te Aroha is a J-fashionista, crafter and cosplayer. She entered and won Christchurch Armageddon's Cosplay Competition in 2017, along with the national title.

Daniel

@crypticmadness.cosplay

Daniel is a local prop maker and cosplayer in the Christchurch cosplay community. He is the man behind Techtonic Workshop, making incredible wings, lightsabers and more.