Upcycled Cosplay & Prop Lab

Summer 2026 - Upcycled Cosplay & Prop Lab
$250.00

Class Description

This week long intensive (open to ages 16+) introduces participants on how to approach creating cosplay pieces and theatrical props using primarily upcycled materials such as foam packaging, cardboard, plastics, and textiles.

Day 1: Design + Materials Lab

  • Concept sketching

  • Identifying usable waste materials (foam, plastic, fabric)

Day 2: Structure Building

  • Project: Basic prop base (weapon, mask, or armor piece)

  • Skills: Cutting, shaping, gluing

Day 3: Detailing & Texture

  • Adding dimension (layers, faux metal, distressing)

Day 4: Painting & Finishing

  • Techniques for realism (weathering, aging, sealing)

Day 5 (Large Project): Final Cosplay Piece

  • Completed prop or wearable item

  • Optional showcase / mini photoshoot

Participant Takeaways

  • One completed cosplay prop or wearable piece

  • Skills in foam fabrication, painting, and design

  • Knowledge of low-cost material sourcing

  • Portfolio-worthy photos

Price

This class is operating on a sliding scale. You may purchase the class at a rate you feel financially comfortable with, up to the maximum class cost of $130. All students will receive the same instruction regardless of payment.

Use the checkout process as-is to pay the full $250 for the class. To adjust the price during checkout, please enter the desired price in the promo code box in a multiple of 50, between $150 and $200, using the format COSPLAY###. For example, to pay $200, enter COSPLAY200 into the promo code box. Please reach out to us if you need assistance.

Available promo codes

COSPLAY150
COSPLAY200

Please only register 1 student per transaction if using discounts.

Dates & Times

This class meets June 15th — 19th, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

Materials Required

Materials are included; however, participants are encouraged to bring their own items (e.g., old clothing, plastics, etc.) to incorporate into their projects..

Provided materials include cardboard, foam scraps, paints , mod podge, hot glue, e6000 glue, masking tape, and thread.

About the Instructor - Brandi Linné

Brandi Linné is a mixed media artist whose sculptural works blur the line between structure and spontaneity through layered textures, repurposed materials, and intuitive form. Working primarily with upcycled chipboard, paper clay, and found objects, she transforms the overlooked into tactile, emotionally resonant pieces. Her evolving body of work invites viewers to slow down, engage with detail, and experience the quiet power of materiality. Rooted in curiosity, sustainability, and the transformative nature of play, Brandi’s practice merges environmental mindfulness with formal experimentation, offering art that is as thoughtful as it is visually compelling.