Author Topic: Cosplay photo shoot in early January 2011 (Read 32392 times)

ironmonkey · « **on:** November 30, 2010, 08:41:01 pm »

Updated Jan 9, 2011.

We will be doing a cosplay photo shoot on Jan 15 at a small theater.

Jan 15, noon-4pm at Profile Theatre - 3430 SE Belmont Street, Portland (BTW this is right on the bus 15 line)

Their web site: http://profiletheatre.org/

It is a small theater, "black box" style, so the floor, ceiling and walls are black and there is seating on 3 sides. The stage is not raised (well actually sometimes it is, but it won't be when we are there), so picture the stage being on the floor level, while the seats are raised around it stadium-style. There are 2 dressing rooms that we can use, a small one right next to the stage, and a larger one that is a little farther away.

There will be a few pieces of furniture there: a small couch, some chairs and benches. We can use these or move them out of the way. Their stage manager will be there to supervise. We will also be allowed to bring our own props and other items if we want to, so think about what you want to bring.

We will be allowed to change their lighting, but only by changing the brightness of the various lights, we cannot move or re-aim the lights. This shouldn't be a problem. We can also bring our own photographic lighting, which I will do.

There is no charge to participate in this event. This is not an official Kumoricon function, and I am not associated with Kumoricon. This is just something I'm arranging for fun.

People appearing in the photos that I take at these photo shoots are welcome to freely use the photos for any purpose they wish, including posting them online, making prints, etc. People who use my photos must credit me as the photographer. In return, I can also freely use my photos for any purpose, including posting them to my own web sites, or any other use.

If you want to bring a camera and take your own photos at the event you are free to do so.

There will be a limit of 20 people for this event (including me and an assistant). So far the list is:

Yes: nyahaha, fleur_fraise, nekovamp13, luvan1me, boogiepop, Ali (2nd photographer), Wrath-Chan19, Taikei

Maybe: Zoe.

Unlikely: meep, StarryShay, oslapedo, AgehaIX, LtCommanderRichie

nyahaha · « **Reply #1 on:** November 30, 2010, 09:30:16 pm »

I would love to go to another shoot! the October one was great! I know Katie would want to go too
We can't really leave MEWcon cause we have a booth in the AA this year, so any time during the con wouldn't work out so great D:

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #2 on:** November 30, 2010, 10:03:37 pm »

Would LOVE to do another shoot ^^
All the shoots with you have been fun! And I'll have my new camera by then, so I may even get into the photography action!

I'd rather it not during the con as well.
Maybe the weekend after.

And a theater would be awesome.

~boogiepop~ · « **Reply #3 on:** November 30, 2010, 10:12:39 pm »

That would work for me. I'd actually come this time and plan life around going to it so I could chill with peeps in cosupray.

LtCommanderRichie · « **Reply #4 on:** November 30, 2010, 10:29:02 pm »

That's a Sunday, yeah? I could make that since I'll have my own car by then. I won't know until it gets closer to the date, though. I would be down for a theater, though, that sounds like a blast! We would all be chipping in for the cost of the rent, yeah?

Coconutty93 · « **Reply #5 on:** November 30, 2010, 10:36:15 pm »

I'm going to Mewcon and I've never been to one of your shoots so I think that would be super fun~! I agree it probably shouldn't be during con events though but if it's unavoidable, I wouldn't mind making time. And umm...yeah! If this happens, I can't wait~!

Cassiopeia · « **Reply #6 on:** December 01, 2010, 12:27:55 am »

There's a chance I may be going to MEWcon, so if I do, I'm totally in. I'm not sure Sunday is the best idea though, because I have a long ride home and school the next day.. OTL

nikkiolie · « **Reply #7 on:** December 01, 2010, 09:53:53 am »

I'll be at mewcon and I would love to have a photo shoot with you :3

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #8 on:** December 02, 2010, 09:53:31 pm »

I would probably do a shoot during Mew, but it'd be easier if it was actually near the con space, if that's possible.

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #9 on:** December 02, 2010, 10:00:21 pm »

Like Haley said, I'm definitely in! If it's indoors I'd like to get a chance to wear Roxy.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #10 on:** December 02, 2010, 10:52:26 pm »

OK, I'm starting to think we should try for the next weekend (Jan 8-9), so there won't be any conflicts. The rest of January won't work for me. So who would be able to do it then?

If we rent the theater they will charge around $200, so we would need quite a few people to make that worth it. If it's a big group, that would be super fun. If it's a small group we can have it somewhere else. If we are paying for a location I'd like for everyone to chip in something towards the fee.

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #11 on:** December 02, 2010, 11:02:15 pm »

I should be able to do it that weekend!

And I'd be totally willing to chip in. But probably no more than $20. Not having an actual job makes it hard to get much money.

LtCommanderRichie · « **Reply #12 on:** December 02, 2010, 11:17:57 pm »

I could make the 8th or 9th, but I probably wouldn't be able to chip in much more than $10 or $15 towards renting the theater. I have no job and have to eat, after all. Starving college student D:

shanime_panda · « **Reply #13 on:** December 02, 2010, 11:18:03 pm »

YOUR PICTURES ALL LOOKED SO AMAZING LAST TIME!! I really want to go D: I wonder if it'd be possible if I get my permit....hmmm

also depends on if I get Lala or Stella done by then, it would nice to have good photos of either. Then there's also Rachel...
WE SHALL SEE.

~boogiepop~ · « **Reply #14 on:** December 02, 2010, 11:35:10 pm »

I'd only be able to chip in $5-10 as well. Like Richie, starving college kid.

AND OH SHANNON YOU WOULD COME TO ORYGON??? <33333
If you did and brought Stella, I might bring Nino and make Kyle get his stuff for Ric. Let me know.
If not I'd probably just bring game Ramona.

Edit: Or if you brought Rachel me and Kyle could do Issakuuu and Milliaaaaaaaaaaa.

Cassiopeia · « **Reply #15 on:** December 03, 2010, 12:54:03 am »

Can't make it if it's the next weekend.

BangBangNeko · « **Reply #16 on:** December 03, 2010, 02:34:00 am »

I'd love to do this again, though if it's during M.E.W I can't T-T Since i'm gonna be busy all week and through the con. Since I'm Main events manager I can't leave the space till an event is going on and doesn't need me, but that's only like maybe 30 mins at max of break time. lol I'd totally be up for it the next weekend though and i'll chip in for rent; about how much? Cause I think I could get maybe 20 dollars to chip in (i'll need to sell some things XD) But yah i'll chip in as much as I can.

Because I would love to do a shoot in a theater O.O

Coconutty93 · « **Reply #17 on:** December 03, 2010, 06:32:26 am »

Aww man, I can't do it the next weekend! I live in Roseburg and the trip to Mewcon is only for the weekend. ;o;

StarryShay · « **Reply #18 on:** December 03, 2010, 04:12:43 pm »

You know I'm always up for shoots with you Tom xD

meep · « **Reply #19 on:** December 03, 2010, 05:06:44 pm »

I had a lot of fun at the October shoot. Im in.

shanime_panda · « **Reply #20 on:** December 03, 2010, 11:36:39 pm »

Would it be possible to do it right before MEW con...maybe? like, the 30th? or would people be too busy D: (it would be a Thursday)
Whatever works best for you guys, I'll figure out how to get there...somewhow

nikkiolie · « **Reply #21 on:** December 04, 2010, 09:05:54 am »

I can try to get that time off not sure how well it will work though. I will request it off now

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #22 on:** December 04, 2010, 09:55:18 am »

Quote from: shanime_panda on December 03, 2010, 11:36:39 pm

Would it be possible to do it right before MEW con...maybe? like, the 30th? or would people be too busy D: (it would be a Thursday)
Whatever works best for you guys, I'll figure out how to get there...somewhow

I will do anything to have a shoot with Shannon <3

ironmonkey · « **Reply #23 on:** December 04, 2010, 09:32:24 pm »

If we tried to do something Dec 30, it would have to be at night because I have to be at work that day.

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #24 on:** December 04, 2010, 10:46:05 pm »

I am voting for the 9th of Jan.

oslapedo · « **Reply #25 on:** December 04, 2010, 11:06:43 pm »

Me and the homies definitely want another delicious shoot with you but it'd have be before or during MEW. Taking pictures at night would actually be really cool considering the costumes we'll likely wear.

shanime_panda · « **Reply #26 on:** December 05, 2010, 04:15:23 pm »

would there be snow anywhere nearby by any chance? I have two cosplays that would be PERFECT with snow, but of course there's none down here next to the ocean.
And a night shoot would be pretty cool, as long as we have light to take pictures I think that'd be awesome! Would the theatre still be available at night? it would be nice to keep everyone out of the cold..

ironmonkey · « **Reply #27 on:** December 05, 2010, 08:49:15 pm »

I think it might be worth exploring several things

1: for the people who can't make it Jan 8 or 9, we can try to do something the evening of Dec 30. If that would be a small group (like 5 max) we could have it at my house and avoid the cost of renting a place. if there are more than that we would rent a place. I'm not sure what would be available at that time but I'll look into it.

2: for those who can come Jan 8 or 9, I will see if the theater is available one of those days, and I'll post more info once I know what the situation is.

3: some people have mentioned doing a snow shoot. I think that's a great idea visually. Snow in Portland is highly unpredictable, and when it does come it usually goes along with icy roads that make transportation hazardous. If we happen to get perfect conditions in Portland we could do it but that would be short notice. Maybe we need a Cosplay Snow Photoshoot Rapid Response Team

The best way to guarantee snow would be to go up to Mt. Hood. A shoot at Timberline could be spectacular. I drive a 4WD Jeep and I'm very good at driving in snow. I could take up to 3 passengers. More than that and we'd need additional vehicles. If anyone wants to do that, we could try to set that up for some time in February.

~boogiepop~ · « **Reply #28 on:** December 06, 2010, 10:39:38 am »

I would probably either attend 1 or 2 depending on what you are offering to people.

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #29 on:** December 07, 2010, 11:45:27 pm »

Agreed. I'd love to go to both, if possible.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #30 on:** December 08, 2010, 09:11:02 pm »

OK, so here is what I know so far. Unfortunately, the theater plan is definitely not going to happen Jan 8-9, because they are having rehearsals then. I still want to try to do this some time later. I will look into other options for that weekend.

StarryShay · « **Reply #31 on:** December 09, 2010, 06:21:14 pm »

A shoot inside a theatre sounds like a great idea, and is totally perfect for one of my cosplays~! :3

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #32 on:** December 10, 2010, 12:02:22 am »

I agree. A theater would be very cool. I think we should pick another weekend so we can still have it there.

luvan1me · « **Reply #33 on:** December 10, 2010, 01:58:49 am »

o.o oooo this sounds neat =w= count me in if you guys decide to still have it in a theater!

ironmonkey · « **Reply #34 on:** December 10, 2010, 06:07:36 pm »

OK, it looks like the theater will quite probably be available Saturday Jan 15, noon to 4 pm. I really hope we can make this happen, it will be an amazing opportunity to do cosplay photos in a cool environment! Let me know if you could make it to this.

(And for those who can only do Dec 30, I still want to try to have a photo shoot for you too. I may have to limit that to just a few people though.)

~boogiepop~ · « **Reply #35 on:** December 10, 2010, 07:15:36 pm »

I can make it on the 15th.

LtCommanderRichie · « **Reply #36 on:** December 10, 2010, 07:39:42 pm »

I could make the 15th.

Coconutty93 · « **Reply #37 on:** December 10, 2010, 07:47:43 pm »

Quote from: ironmonkey on December 10, 2010, 06:07:36 pm

(And for those who can only do Dec 30, I still want to try to have a photo shoot for you too. I may have to limit that to just a few people though.)

THIS. I WANT IN.

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #38 on:** December 10, 2010, 07:50:58 pm »

I'm interested in both shoots~

luvan1me · « **Reply #39 on:** December 10, 2010, 10:02:07 pm »

i'm also interested in both shoots :3 since you said dec 30th, i will be there anyways so why not

shanime_panda · « **Reply #40 on:** December 10, 2010, 10:21:14 pm »

I'm still interested in the 30th, but if my parents don't want me gone that close to New Years then I'll try to come up on the 15th
I'll try to have an answer on Sunday

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #41 on:** December 10, 2010, 10:26:15 pm »

Quote from: shanime_panda on December 10, 2010, 10:21:14 pm

I'm still interested in the 30th, but if my parents don't want me gone that close to New Years then I'll try to come up on the 15th
I'll try to have an answer on Sunday

STAY AT MY HOUSE STAY AT MY HOUSE

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #42 on:** December 10, 2010, 10:31:14 pm »

I can do the 30th and the 15th.

I hope to get Joker done by the 15th, so I'd probably be him ^^

luvan1me · « **Reply #43 on:** December 10, 2010, 11:21:55 pm »

if i get my aqua's outfit done by then i'll be her =w= i might end up buying my outfit's top and skirt after all.. the lyrcro color is really hard to find online

nikkiolie · « **Reply #44 on:** December 11, 2010, 08:19:02 am »

Awwww I requested the 8th and 9th off....I don't think I could request a third weekend in a row off =<

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #45 on:** December 11, 2010, 10:42:06 pm »

Maybe you could switch the weekends?

ironmonkey · « **Reply #46 on:** December 12, 2010, 04:40:53 pm »

Quote from: nikkiolie on December 11, 2010, 08:19:02 am

Awwww I requested the 8th and 9th off....I don't think I could request a third weekend in a row off =<

Sorry about that. The 8th or 9th was the original plan, but the theater absolutely could not do it either of those days.

meep · « **Reply #47 on:** December 12, 2010, 05:22:48 pm »

I can make it on the 15th

are you going to MEW con by any chance? owo

shanime_panda · « **Reply #48 on:** December 12, 2010, 05:37:50 pm »

I'm thinking I might opt for the 15th. Much less stuff going on, and it's a Saturday, so I can probably just come up for the weekend.
Super duper excited, photo shoots are my favorite part of cosplay~

ironmonkey · « **Reply #49 on:** December 14, 2010, 07:46:21 pm »

Quote from: meep on December 12, 2010, 05:22:48 pm

I can make it on the 15th

are you going to MEW con by any chance? owo

I am not going to MEW con, but have fun there.

I'm still working on making all the arrangements for Dec 30 and Jan 15, so I'll post more info within a few days.

nyahaha · « **Reply #50 on:** December 14, 2010, 09:05:28 pm »

So are we possibly having 2?

ironmonkey · « **Reply #51 on:** December 14, 2010, 09:24:09 pm »

Quote from: nyahaha on December 14, 2010, 09:05:28 pm

So are we possibly having 2?

Well, I am attempting to have 2

nyahaha · « **Reply #52 on:** December 14, 2010, 09:24:44 pm »

yay! that's even better xD

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #53 on:** December 14, 2010, 09:34:21 pm »

Hey Haley we should wear DWC for the theatre shoot hnnnnng~

nyahaha · « **Reply #54 on:** December 14, 2010, 09:55:25 pm »

would that work for the theater?

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #55 on:** December 14, 2010, 09:57:28 pm »

It'd be amazing! We'd actually be IN the circus rather than the woods.

nyahaha · « **Reply #56 on:** December 14, 2010, 09:59:12 pm »

ok, I'll have my people contact your people tomorrow morning to futher discuss this event xD

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #57 on:** December 14, 2010, 09:59:45 pm »

Okay, you know where I'll be.

StarryShay · « **Reply #58 on:** December 14, 2010, 10:00:44 pm »

Quote from: StarryShay on December 09, 2010, 06:21:14 pm

A shoot inside a theatre sounds like a great idea, and is totally perfect for one of my cosplays~! :3

Which means Sahara would be doing it with me too > u >

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #59 on:** December 14, 2010, 10:01:12 pm »

Quote from: StarryShay on December 14, 2010, 10:00:44 pm

Quote from: StarryShay on December 09, 2010, 06:21:14 pm
A shoot inside a theatre sounds like a great idea, and is totally perfect for one of my cosplays~! :3
Which means Sahara would be doing it with me too > u >

Oooh, what costume?

StarryShay · « **Reply #60 on:** December 14, 2010, 10:02:16 pm »

Nana and Shin xD [/shot]

ironmonkey · « **Reply #61 on:** December 15, 2010, 09:08:16 pm »

OK, I'm happy because both of these photo shoots are seeming like they are very likely to happen (90%+ probability). But in situations like this where location rental must be arranged, I will not say it is 100% until a contract is signed. I hope that will happen soon. (For those who don't know, renting a theater is not a simple thing, it involves contracts and insurance, and various stuff that is somewhat tricky to arrange.)

The photo shoot on Jan 15th at the theater will be limited to a maximum of 20 people. I don't think that will be any problem, because so far less than 20 people have said they would come to it.

People on the list for Jan 15 so far (let me know if you want to be added or removed): StarryShay, oslapedo, AgehaIX, nyahaha, fleur_fraise, shanime_panda, meep, nekovamp13, luvan1me, LtCommanderRichie, boogiepop, BangBangNeko? (please confirm)

The photo shoot on Dec 30th will probably be at a photo studio in NW Portland that I have used for other photo shoots in the past. For that one I'll probably want to limit it to around 10 people but I can be somewhat flexible on that.

People on the list for Dec 30th so far (let me know if you want to be added or removed): StarryShay, oslapedo, AgehaIX, nikkolie? (please confirm), Vampire-Kameko, fleur_fraise, luvan1me, nekovamp13, BangBangNeko? (please confirm)

This is probably a good time to say some of my standard disclaimers:

These are not official Kumoricon events. I do not work for Kumoricon and I'm not affiliated with them. I'm doing this because I like Kumoricon and the local cosplay community, and this is a chance to do something fun for everyone.

There is no charge to participate in this event and have your photo taken. This is just for fun. In this case, unlike some of the other photo shoots where there were no associated costs, location rental is involved, so I am spending quite a bit of my own money to make this possible. I will not require anyone to pay anything, but if you feel that you can afford it and would like to make a small donation towards the cost of renting the location, I would appreciate it.

People appearing in the photos that I take at these photo shoots are welcome to freely use the photos for any purpose they wish, including posting them online, making prints, etc. People who use my photos must credit me as the photographer. In return, I can also freely use my photos for any purpose, including posting them to my own web sites, or any other use.

I will post more specific details in the next week or so.

Tom

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #62 on:** December 15, 2010, 09:11:48 pm »

For the Dec photoshoot, please add nyahaha to the list. If she isn't going, I probably am not either.

Also I'm inviting a photographer friend, do you need to add her to the list? If so, please do!

nyahaha · « **Reply #63 on:** December 15, 2010, 09:21:48 pm »

Yes, I would like to go to both, but I need to know about what times before I can confirm that I am going for sure. Also because I know my dad will ask (xD) are there websites for the photo studio and theater you plan on using.
And I would like to contribute a little to renting the places (if not both, at least one), so how much do you estimate that these will cost?

Coconutty93 · « **Reply #64 on:** December 15, 2010, 09:25:02 pm »

Oh darn, if it's the 30th, I can't make it. I'm coming up the 31st, so you can take me off the list. I definitely want to have a photoshoot with you sometime in the future though. :3

luvan1me · « **Reply #65 on:** December 15, 2010, 09:26:21 pm »

sweet! i will see if i can contribute some money to the one for jan15 since i'm kinda tight on the money atm till after 2011.

thanks so much ironmonkey <3~

i will try so hard to get my costume done by jan 15th!

ironmonkey · « **Reply #66 on:** December 15, 2010, 09:29:16 pm »

Quote from: fleur_fraise on December 15, 2010, 09:11:48 pm

For the Dec photoshoot, please add nyahaha to the list. If she isn't going, I probably am not either.

Also I'm inviting a photographer friend, do you need to add her to the list? If so, please do!

What's her name?

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #67 on:** December 15, 2010, 09:33:14 pm »

Ali Litvin, here's some of her stuff:
http://mrsmonaghan.deviantart.com/

ironmonkey · « **Reply #68 on:** December 15, 2010, 09:38:09 pm »

Quote from: nyahaha on December 15, 2010, 09:21:48 pm

Yes, I would like to go to both, but I need to know about what times before I can confirm that I am going for sure. Also because I know my dad will ask (xD) are there websites for the photo studio and theater you plan on using.
And I would like to contribute a little to renting the places (if not both, at least one), so how much do you estimate that these will cost?

For the Dec 30th shoot at the studio I have asked for 7-10pm. (I have to work that day, so it must be in the evening.) The photo studio's web site is: http://portlandphotostudio.com/

Jan 15 at the theater is planned for noon-4pm. I will make the name, address and web site of the theater available after contracts are signed and everything is finalized.

Revised lists:

Dec 30: StarryShay, oslapedo, AgehaIX, nikkolie? (please confirm), fleur_fraise, nyahaha, luvan1me, nekovamp13, BangBangNeko? (please confirm), Ali (2nd photographer)

[Dec 30 is full at 10 people unless someone drops or doesn't confirm]

Jan 15: StarryShay, oslapedo, AgehaIX, nyahaha, fleur_fraise, shanime_panda, meep, nekovamp13, luvan1me, LtCommanderRichie, boogiepop, BangBangNeko? (please confirm)

[Jan 15 has room for more people - max 20]

oslapedo · « **Reply #69 on:** December 15, 2010, 09:52:45 pm »

Ahhh yeah, I am extremely excited.

For the 15th Maddy probably can't go and me and Shay are only maybes but I will try my hardest to come up and let you know as soon as I do.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #70 on:** December 15, 2010, 10:01:48 pm »

Quote from: nyahaha on December 15, 2010, 09:21:48 pm

so how much do you estimate that these will cost?

For Dec 30th, don't worry about it, I'll cover that one, no donations needed. For Jan 15 at the theater (assuming that happens), it is looking like the total cost will be around $250. (I originally thought it would be closer to $200 but it turned out to be more once everything was included.)

nyahaha · « **Reply #71 on:** December 15, 2010, 10:04:24 pm »

Ok, I'll have more money by the 15th anyways. And that is alot, but great pictures will be taken!

luvan1me · « **Reply #72 on:** December 15, 2010, 10:14:37 pm »

oh wow that's actually not that pricey! i'll definetely contribute

ironmonkey · « **Reply #73 on:** December 15, 2010, 10:25:20 pm »

It's a lot in cosplay-photoshoot-money, which is normally 0

In terms of renting a theater, it is a bargain.

For me it is a real expense, and I may not do it again, but having a photo shoot in a theater is something I've wanted to do for a long time, and I've learned to take these kinds of opportunities when they are available.

Gryffinclaw Princess · « **Reply #74 on:** December 15, 2010, 10:28:13 pm »

I will be living in Oregon by then and hopefully I can convince my boyfriend to take that day off from work.
If that happens, can he and I come to the Jan 15th shoot? He might not have a cosplay and might just sit and watch but I'm not sure. I'll have to talk to him about it.

I would love to shoot with you again~<3

oslapedo · « **Reply #75 on:** December 15, 2010, 10:30:57 pm »

Split between 20 or however many people that wouldn't be bad at all though, and it'd be so worth it.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #76 on:** December 15, 2010, 10:32:47 pm »

Quote from: Gryffinclaw Princess on December 15, 2010, 10:28:13 pm

I will be living in Oregon by then and hopefully I can convince my boyfriend to take that day off from work.
If that happens, can he and I come to the Jan 15th shoot? He might not have a cosplay and might just sit and watch but I'm not sure. I'll have to talk to him about it.

I would love to shoot with you again~<3

Yes, you can both come. Hope to see you then.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #77 on:** December 15, 2010, 10:33:06 pm »

Quote from: oslapedo on December 15, 2010, 10:30:57 pm

Split between 20 or however many people that wouldn't be bad at all though, and it'd be so worth it.

Yeah, that's what I'm thinking.

nyahaha · « **Reply #78 on:** December 15, 2010, 10:40:55 pm »

Quote from: ironmonkey on December 15, 2010, 10:33:06 pm

Quote from: oslapedo on December 15, 2010, 10:30:57 pm
Split between 20 or however many people that wouldn't be bad at all though, and it'd be so worth it.

Yeah, that's what I'm thinking.

its about $12.50 a person if exactly 20 people come. That's a good price!

LtCommanderRichie · « **Reply #79 on:** December 15, 2010, 10:41:46 pm »

I'm definitely going to make my way up for the Jan 15th shoot, especially since I missed the last one. It'll most likely be as the Doctor. Anyone wanna be my companion? I don't mean in the Inara Serra sense :3 You could see the universe~ I must warn you that there is an awful lot of running to do, though!

I'll be happy to help with any of the photographers' lighting or anything else, especially since I'm a TA major and I'm supposed to know things like this nowadays :]

And Tom, I really ought to bring you lunch or something. It's really great that we can all get together and do this, and it's even better that you're putting together this theater thing.

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #80 on:** December 15, 2010, 11:11:07 pm »

I'm so excited ^^
I know what cosplays I'm doing too!

Though, if I don't get Joker done by the 15th, I have no clue what I'm gonna do...

Gryffinclaw Princess · « **Reply #81 on:** December 15, 2010, 11:24:27 pm »

I don't know what cosplay I should bring or if I should make a new one before then... :/

shanime_panda · « **Reply #82 on:** December 16, 2010, 12:10:01 am »

so exciting! Gonna try and finalize this as much as possible with my parents, and now I have real motivation to finish my Lala costume >:]

BangBangNeko · « **Reply #83 on:** December 16, 2010, 05:32:16 pm »

Sweet I’ll be free the 30th and the 15th. I’ll bring money to contribute for the theater on the 30th. ^w^ I’m excited I have some costumes I wanted some photos for.

Thank You Tom for doing this.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #84 on:** December 16, 2010, 06:41:56 pm »

Quick update: I'm happy to report that the shoot on Dec 30th at the studio has been confirmed, so this will definitely happen.

Tomorrow I will try to finalize things for the shoot on Jan 15 at the theater.

Brief summary for Dana: planning 2 cosplay photo shoots, Dec 30 from 7-10pm at a photo studio (confirmed) and Jan 15 from noon-4pm at a small theater (not yet confirmed but very likely). You've been to a previous shoot with me so you know how it works, but these are indoors so we can set up more equipment, computers, lights etc. Hope you can make it.

Tom

ironmonkey · « **Reply #85 on:** December 16, 2010, 07:18:22 pm »

Quote from: fleur_fraise on December 14, 2010, 09:34:21 pm

Hey Haley we should wear DWC for the theatre shoot hnnnnng~

Yes, this would be a perfect location to get really amazing DWC cosplay photos. Between now and then let's plan out some scenes.

oslapedo · « **Reply #86 on:** December 16, 2010, 07:21:53 pm »

I tried looking for the address on their website but couldn't find it, care to help a sistah out?

ironmonkey · « **Reply #87 on:** December 16, 2010, 07:35:01 pm »

Quote from: oslapedo on December 16, 2010, 07:21:53 pm

I tried looking for the address on their website but couldn't find it, care to help a sistah out?

If you mean the studio, it is 917 NW 19th in Portland. The funny thing about the place is that it is a great place but it is at the end of a very scary looking alley. Like if it was in an anime, and the characters went into an alley like this, you would just know for sure that someone was about to get attacked by a vampire because that's the only thing that could possibly happen there. But it's completely safe, really.

If you mean the theater, I will only give out info after negotiations are complete and everything is finalized. That is just how these things work.

luvan1me · « **Reply #88 on:** December 16, 2010, 08:46:18 pm »

:3 so i will make it my duty to finish my costume, cuz it has actually motivated me even more now, since the shoot for the 30th is set. and i will contribute $12.50 if everyone contributes, but if not then i will contribute probably $15

nikkiolie · « **Reply #89 on:** December 16, 2010, 08:58:42 pm »

Are you by chance going to be at Akicon. I would love to do a shoot. I hope to be off work by that time on the 30th but I am not sure if I can be and even if I am I need to be at the hotel to help set up.

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #90 on:** December 16, 2010, 09:42:20 pm »

Quote from: ironmonkey on December 16, 2010, 07:35:01 pm

Quote from: oslapedo on December 16, 2010, 07:21:53 pm
I tried looking for the address on their website but couldn't find it, care to help a sistah out?

If you mean the studio, it is 917 NW 19th in Portland. The funny thing about the place is that it is a great place but it is at the end of a very scary looking alley. Like if it was in an anime, and the characters went into an alley like this, you would just know for sure that someone was about to get attacked by a vampire because that's the only thing that could possibly happen there. But it's completely safe, really.

If you mean the theater, I will only give out info after negotiations are complete and everything is finalized. That is just how these things work.

Ah, okay. It's the same place.
People going to the 30th shoot, I've been to the studio before, so I could meet people at the Max station (PGE is the closest) or something and we could all walk there.

I love that allyway ^^ Made some really awesome horror pictures <3
(I just may do another outfit with that now >>)

ironmonkey · « **Reply #91 on:** December 16, 2010, 09:57:10 pm »

Quote from: nikkiolie on December 16, 2010, 08:58:42 pm

Are you by chance going to be at Akicon.

For that, I don't know yet. Let's just say that I also write for a web site, and I go to conventions based on whether the site wants me to go there, and whether the convention offers me and my associates a press pass.

luvan1me · « **Reply #92 on:** December 16, 2010, 10:19:36 pm »

i thought that studio sounded familiar lol XD

nikkiolie · « **Reply #93 on:** December 17, 2010, 09:57:32 am »

Quote from: ironmonkey on December 16, 2010, 09:57:10 pm

Quote from: nikkiolie on December 16, 2010, 08:58:42 pm
Are you by chance going to be at Akicon.

For that, I don't know yet. Let's just say that I also write for a web site, and I go to conventions based on whether the site wants me to go there, and whether the convention offers me and my associates a press pass.

Sorry I totally got that wrong. I meant to say mewcon.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #94 on:** December 17, 2010, 06:20:33 pm »

Quote from: nikkiolie on December 17, 2010, 09:57:32 am

Sorry I totally got that wrong. I meant to say mewcon.

I won't be at mewcon. If you're going to Sakuracon, maybe we can arrange a shoot there, I am planning to go to it again in 2011.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #95 on:** December 17, 2010, 06:25:10 pm »

Updated lists:

Dec 30:
Yes: StarryShay, oslapedo, AgehaIX, fleur_fraise, nyahaha, luvan1me, nekovamp13, BangBangNeko, Ali (2nd photographer)

Maybe: nikkiolie

[Dec 30 is now full at 10 people]

Jan 15:
Yes: nyahaha, fleur_fraise, shanime_panda, meep, nekovamp13, luvan1me, LtCommanderRichie, boogiepop, BangBangNeko, Gryffinclaw Princess (and friend)

Maybe: StarryShay, oslapedo, AgehaIX (unlikely)

[Jan 15 has room for some more people - 11 confirmed and 3 maybes, and a maximum of 20 people]

Unknown: danayoki - will you be coming to either of these?

nikkiolie · « **Reply #96 on:** December 17, 2010, 07:56:02 pm »

I am going to try my hardest. I will know around Tuesday if I can make it or not.

meep · « **Reply #97 on:** December 17, 2010, 08:39:52 pm »

Actually could I go to the one on the 30th?

I have finals right around the 15th....and I need to study for those... ;u;

ironmonkey · « **Reply #98 on:** December 18, 2010, 03:50:04 pm »

Great news, everything has been worked out with the theater, so we are on for the shoot on Jan 15!

Some more details: The theater is the Profile Theater, 3430 SE Belmont Street, Portland. http://profiletheatre.org/

It is a small theater, "black box" style, so the floor, ceiling and walls are black and there is seating on 3 sides. The stage is not raised (well actually sometimes it is, but it won't be when we are there), so picture the stage being on the floor level, while the seats are raised around it stadium-style. There are 2 dressing rooms that we can use, a small one right next to the stage, and a larger one that is a little farther away down a hallway.

There will be a set there for the performance they are doing that night -- I haven't seen it yet but they say it will be some kind of basic "living room" type furniture. But we will be allowed to move things around if they are in our way. Their stage manager will be there to supervise. We will also be allowed to bring our own props and other items if we want to, so think about what you want to bring.

We will be allowed to change their lighting, but only by changing the brightness of the various lights, we cannot move or re-aim the lights. This shouldn't be a problem. We can also bring our own photographic lighting, which I will do.

This will be great and I'm really looking forward to it.

p.s. Meep, yes you can come on the 30th. And LtCommanderRichie, yes you can help with lighting, thanks for the offer.

FateChooseMe · « **Reply #99 on:** December 18, 2010, 11:08:04 pm »

So, Gryffinclaw is demanding I come to this.
>.>

shanime_panda · « **Reply #100 on:** December 18, 2010, 11:10:32 pm »

hmm I'm not sure if any of my cosplays fit that kind of scene... I'll have to think it over again

luvan1me · « **Reply #101 on:** December 19, 2010, 02:15:13 am »

oh gee ._. the one on the 15th at the theatre might not be great for my Aqua cosplay ._. hmz.. must think of something else. but it's good to know ahead of time how it will be set!

nikkiolie · « **Reply #102 on:** December 19, 2010, 08:36:17 am »

So you said you would be at Sakuracon? Can I set up a shoot with you there? Bronte and I will be Morrigan and Lilith from Darkstalkers and I would love to get pictures :3

ironmonkey · « **Reply #103 on:** December 19, 2010, 08:53:56 am »

Quote from: shanime_panda on December 18, 2010, 11:10:32 pm

hmm I'm not sure if any of my cosplays fit that kind of scene... I'll have to think it over again

When you think of possible backgrounds for the photos, these will be some of the choices:

black background - this could probably work for almost any costume
black background plus whatever objects we bring in
a living room type set
a long narrow hallway (just outside the stage area)
rows of seats in the background (shooting from the stage towards the audience)
dressing room with mirrors

ironmonkey · « **Reply #104 on:** December 19, 2010, 08:55:29 am »

Quote from: FateChooseMe on December 18, 2010, 11:08:04 pm

So, Gryffinclaw is demanding I come to this.
>.>

OK, I'll add you to the list for the 15th.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #105 on:** December 19, 2010, 08:56:23 am »

Quote from: nikkiolie on December 19, 2010, 08:36:17 am

So you said you would be at Sakuracon? Can I set up a shoot with you there? Bronte and I will be Morrigan and Lilith from Darkstalkers and I would love to get pictures :3

Yes, we can arrange for a shoot at Sakuracon. I'll start figuring that out after these 2 shoots are over.

nikkiolie · « **Reply #106 on:** December 19, 2010, 09:00:49 am »

That is fine by me.

Thanks a lot

nyahaha · « **Reply #107 on:** December 20, 2010, 09:09:52 am »

What kind of backgrounds are possible for the one on the 30th? I'm not sure what I want to wear to that...

meep · « **Reply #108 on:** December 20, 2010, 01:21:37 pm »

Quote from: nyahaha on December 20, 2010, 09:09:52 am

What kind of backgrounds are possible for the one on the 30th? I'm not sure what I want to wear to that...

I would like to know this too :3

ironmonkey · « **Reply #109 on:** December 20, 2010, 06:18:58 pm »

Quote from: nyahaha on December 20, 2010, 09:09:52 am

What kind of backgrounds are possible for the one on the 30th? I'm not sure what I want to wear to that...

On Jan 30 we will be in the photo studio, so we can put up a large photographic background in a solid color. Last time we used a dark brown background, and that looks like this, for example:

I can bring my own black and medium-gray backgrounds, and then we can also choose one other color from what the studio has on hand. So if there is a color you think would be especially good for people's costumes, please let me know and I'll see if that is available.

It is also possible to roll up the background and shoot against the bare wall, which is basically white. So far I haven't tried that, but it seems like it would work.

Last time we also took some shots in the alley outside the studio after we were all finished inside. An example looks like this:

That picture looks very green because the opposite wall is green and I was bouncing the flash off of the wall on purpose.

nikkiolie · « **Reply #110 on:** December 20, 2010, 06:28:52 pm »

What is the location of the 30th shoot?

ironmonkey · « **Reply #111 on:** December 20, 2010, 07:36:47 pm »

Quote from: nikkiolie on December 20, 2010, 06:28:52 pm

What is the location of the 30th shoot?

It will be at Portland Photo Studio, 917 NW 19th Ave, Suite E, Portland.

http://portlandphotostudio.com/

ironmonkey · « **Reply #112 on:** December 22, 2010, 06:15:19 pm »

Updated photo shoot info:

Dec 30, 7-10pm at Portland Photo Studio - 917 NW 19th Ave, Suite E, Portland

Yes: StarryShay, oslapedo, AgehaIX, fleur_fraise, nyahaha, luvan1me, nekovamp13, BangBangNeko, Ali (2nd photographer), meep

Maybe: nikkiolie

[Dec 30 is now full]

Jan 15, noon-4pm at Profile Theater - 3430 SE Belmont Street, Portland

Yes: nyahaha, fleur_fraise, shanime_panda, nekovamp13, luvan1me, LtCommanderRichie, boogiepop, BangBangNeko, Gryffinclaw Princess (and friend), FateChooseMe

Maybe: StarryShay, oslapedo, AgehaIX (unlikely)

[Jan 15 has room for some more people - maximum of 20 people]

Unknown: danayoki - will you be coming to either of these?

Also, does anyone want to assist or be a 2nd photographer on the Jan 15 shoot?

meep · « **Reply #113 on:** December 22, 2010, 06:37:07 pm »

Quote from: ironmonkey on December 22, 2010, 06:15:19 pm

Updated photo shoot info:

Dec 30, 7-10pm

PM? @_@ craaaaaaaaaaap

ironmonkey · « **Reply #114 on:** December 22, 2010, 09:14:35 pm »

Quote from: meep on December 22, 2010, 06:37:07 pm

Quote from: ironmonkey on December 22, 2010, 06:15:19 pm
Updated photo shoot info:

Dec 30, 7-10pm

PM? @_@ craaaaaaaaaaap

The day I start having photo shoots at 7AM will be the day I'm functionally awake at that hour

But seriously, you can't make it at 7pm? That's too bad, I wish you could be there. Well, there is always Sakuracon and other future events.

meep · « **Reply #115 on:** December 22, 2010, 09:28:47 pm »

Quote from: ironmonkey on December 22, 2010, 09:14:35 pm

Quote from: meep on December 22, 2010, 06:37:07 pm
Quote from: ironmonkey on December 22, 2010, 06:15:19 pm
Updated photo shoot info:

Dec 30, 7-10pm

PM? @_@ craaaaaaaaaaap

The day I start having photo shoots at 7AM will be the day I'm functionally awake at that hour

But seriously, you can't make it at 7pm? That's too bad, I wish you could be there. Well, there is always Sakuracon and other future events.

Being out late might be a problem for me.... But if the buses run past ten then I might be able to get away with it...

ironmonkey · « **Reply #116 on:** December 23, 2010, 09:51:20 am »

Quote from: meep on December 22, 2010, 09:28:47 pm

Being out late might be a problem for me.... But if the buses run past ten then I might be able to get away with it...

Maybe you could get a ride with someone? Or if you need to leave early to be sure you catch your bus, you don't have to stay all the way to 10pm, you could leave at 9 or something.

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #117 on:** December 23, 2010, 11:08:23 am »

I'm not sure the Dec 30 photoshoot will work, and Ali is working so she for sure can't go. I think she'll want to go to the theatre shoot, though.

nyahaha · « **Reply #118 on:** December 23, 2010, 11:26:36 am »

Quote from: meep on December 22, 2010, 09:28:47 pm

Quote from: ironmonkey on December 22, 2010, 09:14:35 pm
Quote from: meep on December 22, 2010, 06:37:07 pm
Quote from: ironmonkey on December 22, 2010, 06:15:19 pm
Updated photo shoot info:

Dec 30, 7-10pm

PM? @_@ craaaaaaaaaaap

The day I start having photo shoots at 7AM will be the day I'm functionally awake at that hour

But seriously, you can't make it at 7pm? That's too bad, I wish you could be there. Well, there is always Sakuracon and other future events.

Being out late might be a problem for me.... But if the buses run past ten then I might be able to get away with it...

If I can get a ride back home, I can probably get you a ride too. I'll have to talk to my parents though. If I can go at all, I probably would only be able to shoot for an hour or two...

meep · « **Reply #119 on:** December 23, 2010, 11:36:25 am »

Quote from: nyahaha on December 23, 2010, 11:26:36 am

Quote from: meep on December 22, 2010, 09:28:47 pm
Quote from: ironmonkey on December 22, 2010, 09:14:35 pm
Quote from: meep on December 22, 2010, 06:37:07 pm
Quote from: ironmonkey on December 22, 2010, 06:15:19 pm
Updated photo shoot info:

Dec 30, 7-10pm

PM? @_@ craaaaaaaaaaap

The day I start having photo shoots at 7AM will be the day I'm functionally awake at that hour

But seriously, you can't make it at 7pm? That's too bad, I wish you could be there. Well, there is always Sakuracon and other future events.

Being out late might be a problem for me.... But if the buses run past ten then I might be able to get away with it...
If I can get a ride back home, I can probably get you a ride too. I'll have to talk to my parents though. If I can go at all, I probably would only be able to shoot for an hour or two...

;u; that would be wonderful...

oslapedo · « **Reply #120 on:** December 23, 2010, 11:44:52 am »

It turns out that Maddy's not coming up till the day of MEW, so she definitely can't come and it's looking really unlikely that me and Shay can too. Sorry Tom. ~

ironmonkey · « **Reply #121 on:** December 23, 2010, 03:35:05 pm »

Quote from: oslapedo on December 23, 2010, 11:44:52 am

It turns out that Maddy's not coming up till the day of MEW, so she definitely can't come and it's looking really unlikely that me and Shay can too. Sorry Tom. ~

That's OK, not a problem, just sorry if you can't make it because it would've been fun to see you.

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #122 on:** December 23, 2010, 10:52:16 pm »

Hm, hopefully MAX will be running still...Since Doe and I will need to go back to the hotel for MEW.

And with people not being able to come, does that mean others could then come?
B/c I think Nick (soraandfriends) wanted to go to the 30th shoot.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #123 on:** December 23, 2010, 11:54:29 pm »

Quote from: nekovamp13 on December 23, 2010, 10:52:16 pm

And with people not being able to come, does that mean others could then come?

Yes

meep · « **Reply #124 on:** December 24, 2010, 12:46:06 am »

I don't think Im going. My mom doesnt want me out that late.

Sorry. ;u;

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #125 on:** December 24, 2010, 01:39:36 am »

Sad. You shall be missed!

I'm debating if I should bring more than one cosplay then...I mainly just want pics in the ally way for my Cheshire outfit...
Maybe I'll bring Kaito as well...

luvan1me · « **Reply #126 on:** December 24, 2010, 02:19:44 am »

hmz well since some ppl aren't going then yea ima bring one more costume :3 probably gonna do steampunk aqua, and hmz ._. not sure i really have no other outfits that i plan on bringing to MEW. well i guess i'll just stick with steampunk aqua XD

@kristi and all those who want to know about MAXtrimet:

NEW YEAR'S EVE
All service is free after 8 p.m. on New Year's Eve, Friday, December 31, so getting to your celebration-and home again-will be safe and easy.

NEW YEAR'S DAY
New Year's Day is Saturday, January 1. TriMet buses and MAX trains will run on Sunday schedules. Portland Streetcar will run on Saturday schedule.

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #127 on:** December 24, 2010, 10:21:59 am »

Except the fact that this is on the 30th.......So both of those don't work for this.........
Just fyi ^^;

Also, could you bring your coat? I think I wanna do Orgy Riku for one of the shoots.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #128 on:** December 24, 2010, 04:36:53 pm »

Revised info:

Dec 30, 7-10pm at Portland Photo Studio - 917 NW 19th Ave, Suite E, Portland

Yes: nyahaha, luvan1me, nekovamp13, BangBangNeko

Maybe: nikkiolie, soraandfriends, fleur_fraise

[Dec 30 has room for more people]

Jan 15, noon-4pm at Profile Theater - 3430 SE Belmont Street, Portland (BTW this is right on the bus 15 line)

Yes: nyahaha, fleur_fraise, shanime_panda, nekovamp13, luvan1me, LtCommanderRichie, boogiepop, BangBangNeko, Gryffinclaw Princess (and friend), FateChooseMe

Maybe: StarryShay, oslapedo, AgehaIX (unlikely)

[Jan 15 has room for more people - maximum of 20 people]

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #129 on:** December 24, 2010, 04:53:06 pm »

For the January shoot, I think my photographer friend (Ali) will want to go, but I need to confirm with her.

luvan1me · « **Reply #130 on:** December 24, 2010, 06:31:34 pm »

@kristi: first of it's the 30th. they have to run. it's not a holiday

hence they only announced about the 31st and the 1st so there shouldn't be ANY problems at all. it's a regular thursday and it should run just fine.

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #131 on:** December 24, 2010, 09:59:52 pm »

I'm just saying I don't know the night hours....But yeah, I'm not totally worried.

luvan1me · « **Reply #132 on:** December 25, 2010, 12:21:58 am »

ah okay :3 that's just fine. i gotta figure out my plan too

nyahaha · « **Reply #133 on:** December 25, 2010, 07:45:45 pm »

I'm not sure if I can go to the December shoot, because its so late...I need to talk to some people.

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #134 on:** December 25, 2010, 08:13:25 pm »

Quote from: nyahaha on December 25, 2010, 07:45:45 pm

I'm not sure if I can go to the December shoot, because its so late...I need to talk to some people.

Same here.

nikkiolie · « **Reply #135 on:** December 26, 2010, 02:46:01 pm »

I will be able to make it to the shoot on the 30th. I have a feeling Bangbangneko is going to be coming with me. She mentioned something about it but hasn't gotten back to me in a while. I plan on wearing Taokaka to the shoot

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #136 on:** December 26, 2010, 03:27:42 pm »

I'll be coming as Kaito and then I'm bringing my Cheshire Cat cosplay to change into for some shots in that allyway ^^

And are you two leaving from the hotel?

ironmonkey · « **Reply #137 on:** December 26, 2010, 08:29:35 pm »

How to find the Dec 30 shoot at the photo studio:

917 NW 19th Ave, Portland, OR. It is on NW 19th between Kearney and Lovejoy. http://portlandphotostudio.com/

Here it is on Google Maps:

http://bit.ly/f8nYut

First look for this building:

Then look for the alley where this sign is:

Then go all the way down this alley to the last door on the left:

If you arrive right at 7pm it should be very obvious, because I'll be there unloading equipment from my Jeep and moving it into the studio. If you arrive late, you may need to knock on the door to be let in. I think the outer door always locks.

If you are driving there, do not park in the alley, it is only for loading/unloading. But there is usually parking within 1 or 2 blocks of there.

nikkiolie · « **Reply #138 on:** December 26, 2010, 10:49:14 pm »

K see you then.

I am really looking forward to getting good shots of my Tao :3

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #139 on:** December 27, 2010, 04:38:09 pm »

If you take the MAX there, get off at PGE park and walk towards a McDonalds, that is 19th. (took us a while to find the street...)
And just keep going down the street til you find the studio.

As I offered before, I will be willing to wait for people.
I'm meeting Doe (luvan1me) and Nick (soraandfriends) at 6:30 at the PGE stop going towards Hillsboro. So if you wanna try and meet us then, you may, so we can walk to the studio together. The three of us have been there before as well, so we know very well where it is.

And I'm being Riku instead of Kaito.

nyahaha · « **Reply #140 on:** December 27, 2010, 06:55:53 pm »

I can't go to the photoshoot on the 30th for sure. But the 15th is still a go.

Wrath-Chan19 · « **Reply #141 on:** December 28, 2010, 01:16:04 am »

So I'm speaking for my friend who doesn't go on fourms, she really loves your photography and wanted to get in on this. She would also want to bring a few friends as well (Including me) It happens to land on her birthday as well.

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #142 on:** December 28, 2010, 02:06:33 am »

As I told Zoe, I think it's fine.

I think it's ending up to only be 5-6 of us actually going.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #143 on:** December 28, 2010, 11:18:23 am »

Quote from: Wrath-Chan19 on December 28, 2010, 01:16:04 am

So I'm speaking for my friend who doesn't go on fourms, she really loves your photography and wanted to get in on this. She would also want to bring a few friends as well (Including me) It happens to land on her birthday as well.

Yes it is OK.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #144 on:** December 28, 2010, 07:57:12 pm »

Update: I have an assistant for the January shoot now, so that is no longer available, but there is still a spot for a 2nd photographer on the January shoot if anyone is interested.

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #145 on:** December 28, 2010, 08:03:52 pm »

Have you added my photographer friend to the list?

ironmonkey · « **Reply #146 on:** December 28, 2010, 08:34:55 pm »

Quote from: fleur_fraise on December 28, 2010, 08:03:52 pm

Have you added my photographer friend to the list?

Oh, OK I think I misunderstood. If your friend is coming to the January shoot then that would be the 2nd photographer.

nikkiolie · « **Reply #147 on:** December 28, 2010, 08:38:09 pm »

I will also have my camera on the 30th so I imagine I will snap a few pictures but I will stay out of the way.

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #148 on:** December 28, 2010, 09:06:05 pm »

Quote from: ironmonkey on December 28, 2010, 08:34:55 pm

Quote from: fleur_fraise on December 28, 2010, 08:03:52 pm
Have you added my photographer friend to the list?

Oh, OK I think I misunderstood. If your friend is coming to the January shoot then that would be the 2nd photographer.

Yeah, since we won't be able to make it to the shoot this week, we'll go to the January shoot.

Wrath-Chan19 · « **Reply #149 on:** December 29, 2010, 11:16:45 pm »

So my parents are super parranoid about the whole thing and say that I can only stay until 7:30, it really sucks. But my mom thinks it's too dangerous espcially since it's late at "night" at a studio with some stranger.

luvan1me · « **Reply #150 on:** December 29, 2010, 11:55:41 pm »

hahaa stranger =w=

ironmonkey · « **Reply #151 on:** December 30, 2010, 07:39:29 am »

Quote from: Wrath-Chan19 on December 29, 2010, 11:16:45 pm

So my parents are super parranoid about the whole thing and say that I can only stay until 7:30, it really sucks. But my mom thinks it's too dangerous espcially since it's late at "night" at a studio with some stranger.

If you can only stay until 7:30, then remind me to take photos of you first.

Can you come to the shoot on Jan 15? That one is during the day.

Quote from: luvan1me on December 29, 2010, 11:55:41 pm

hahaa stranger =w=

It's funny, because I know we're just taking photos like we have many times before, but on the other hand I can sort of understand their point of view. They haven't met me, and looking at it from the outside, it probably does seem like a weird thing.

I'm sorry about having the shoot be late, I would have liked to have it during the day, but that didn't fit with my work schedule. I'll try to have future shoots be earlier.

Tom

ironmonkey · « **Reply #152 on:** December 30, 2010, 11:52:52 am »

For those coming tonight, please dress warmly. It's going to get really cold tonight and the studio might be cold.

Wrath-Chan19 · « **Reply #153 on:** December 30, 2010, 01:50:12 pm »

Ok so zoe isn't coming, and so I'm not coming. All I have to say is Zoe fails at planing...
But I can to the shoot on the 15th!

~boogiepop~ · « **Reply #154 on:** December 30, 2010, 05:21:04 pm »

I'm dropping out of having a cosplay on the 15th photoshoot. I'm probably going to come to hang but I just decided that all my cosplays that are finished were terrible and ripped them apart so I can remake them for the 3rd time, lol.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #155 on:** December 31, 2010, 06:18:55 pm »

Thanks to everyone who came to the photo shoot last night, it was really fun! I know some people walked a really long way in the freezing cold to get there -- I admire your perseverance.

Here are a few samples from last night:

I will put more of the photos online once I've had time to edit them.

If you missed the one last night, there is still some room at the photo shoot on January 15.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #156 on:** January 03, 2011, 05:27:30 pm »

I've put up a bunch of photos from the shoot on Dec 30, on Flickr here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tomgood/sets/72157625717309460/

I'll add a few more when time allows.

nikkiolie · « **Reply #157 on:** January 04, 2011, 01:27:57 am »

Thanks so much for the shoot. I am very happy with it

I would still love to do one with Bangbang and I as Morrigan and Lilith once we get the costumes done.

shanime_panda · « **Reply #158 on:** January 04, 2011, 08:30:50 am »

I can't come on the 15th

I tried really hard, but I'm lucky enough that I get to go to Sakuracon, I shouldn't press my luck.
I WILL SEE YOU GUYS EVENTUALLY

ironmonkey · « **Reply #159 on:** January 04, 2011, 07:41:32 pm »

nikkiolie: Thanks, glad you liked it. If you and BangBangNeko want to do another shoot later, we can arrange something.

shanime_panda: OK, sorry you can't make it, but maybe I'll see you at Sakuracon.

boogiepop: You are welcome to come without cosplay and just hang out.

Wrath-Chan19: OK, we'll see you on the 15th then. Is Zoe also coming on the 15th? Are you planning to bring other people too? How many?

nyahaha: See you on the 15th.

OK here's the updated list for the 15th, please let me know if anything here isn't right:

Yes: nyahaha, fleur_fraise, nekovamp13, luvan1me, LtCommanderRichie, boogiepop (without cosplay), BangBangNeko, Gryffinclaw Princess + friend, FateChooseMe, Ali (2nd photographer), Wrath-Chan19, Zoe.

Unlikely: meep, StarryShay, oslapedo, AgehaIX

Unknown: danayoki

Thanks again to everyone who came for the shoot on the 30th, and a special thanks to Megan who came just to assist.

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #160 on:** January 04, 2011, 07:46:41 pm »

Aw yea, I'm so excited for the theatre shoot

ironmonkey · « **Reply #161 on:** January 04, 2011, 08:10:26 pm »

Quote from: fleur_fraise on January 04, 2011, 07:46:41 pm

Aw yea, I'm so excited for the theatre shoot

It will be great. Oh yeah, and I'm going to try to go to the theater in the next week or to see what the set will actually look like. I'll let you know.

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #162 on:** January 04, 2011, 08:25:41 pm »

Okay! I'm going to be wearing the costume I wore in the Cosplay Contest (you took an awesome picture of Haley and me onstage while wearing it) so I'm really excited to finally have a nice shoot for it.

Wrath-Chan19 · « **Reply #163 on:** January 05, 2011, 04:03:17 pm »

I will have to ask Zoe about wether or not she is going so put her down as maybe, and I'm not sure about other people joining us

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #164 on:** January 07, 2011, 12:47:59 am »

Pictures look awesome *w*

Can't wait for the 15th shoot ^^
Hopefully I'll be able to fully finish my Cheshire cosplay by then.

And Taikei is planning on going to the shoot. Not sure if she posted here or not, but I noticed she wasn't on your list. So, just wanted to make sure she got noticed ^^

May bring Kaito as well, if she doesn't get Dagger done by then.

Wrath-Chan19 · « **Reply #165 on:** January 07, 2011, 07:23:08 am »

I talked to Zoe, she says she wants to go, but I'm waiting to see if she gets the okay from her mom.
I'm probably going to go as Default Rin, since I love that costume so much

Taikei · « **Reply #166 on:** January 07, 2011, 09:11:10 am »

I just realized that I know /when/ this is....but have no idea /where/ this is XD

luvan1me · « **Reply #167 on:** January 07, 2011, 04:50:50 pm »

hey guys ._. i need help deciding since i can't finish my default aqua cosplay in time ;~;

should i bring my furret costume? or should do my improved gumi?

ironmonkey · « **Reply #168 on:** January 07, 2011, 06:12:17 pm »

Quote from: Taikei on January 07, 2011, 09:11:10 am

I just realized that I know /when/ this is....but have no idea /where/ this is XD

Hi Taikei, I'm glad you can come to this. The location is at the Profile Theatre, at 3430 Southeast Belmont Street, Portland, OR 97213. It is right on the Bus 15 route.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #169 on:** January 07, 2011, 08:10:11 pm »

I just heard from the theater that it will be a very minimal set, mostly black with just a few pieces of furniture. I will go see it tomorrow. So we may want to bring something else in. Let me know if you have ideas.

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #170 on:** January 07, 2011, 09:29:11 pm »

I need to figure out how to get there......
To Trimet.org!!!!!!

And Doe, I think Furret should be outside for photos, since that's a better environment...But it's your choice.
And you could get a bunch of group shots with Gumi since it seems like there's gonna be quite a few Vocaloids there...

EDIT!!!

Just checked out the Trimet planner....

Take MAX to PGE park
Catch Bus 15 (Belmont/NW 23rd to Gateway TC) Near 18th and Morrison
Get off at Belmont & 34th
And Theater is near there.

luvan1me · « **Reply #171 on:** January 07, 2011, 11:57:52 pm »

hmz ._. well i guess walking with that furret costume will be a pain XD but walking in the cold with gumi ._. ;~; i'll have to bring a giant coat and tennis shoes cuz i can't wear those high heels >.< OH!

kristi! do you have any teal ish green ish paint? to color my shoes?

if not let me know cuz i gotta go and grab some so i can finish my shoes. i might drop by joanne's for fabric for my shoes cuz i need to replace the green flappy parts on my boots that got lost at kcon10 >.<

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #172 on:** January 08, 2011, 12:00:32 am »

Um......No. I don't. I don't even have green paint to make teal....Just lots of blue...

Taikei · « **Reply #173 on:** January 08, 2011, 12:03:53 am »

I....can't wait for this...

luvan1me · « **Reply #174 on:** January 08, 2011, 12:05:51 am »

oh darnz >.< i guess a trip to Joanne's IS necessary anyways >.< ima have to start on my aqua cosplay like now ._.

luvan1me · « **Reply #175 on:** January 08, 2011, 12:16:00 am »

double post!

but what time are we meeting for the photoshoo? cuz i need to know asap! thanks! >.<

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #176 on:** January 08, 2011, 12:47:53 am »

Hey Tom. Just fyi. To make it easier in the future and so people don't have to go through the posts or ask a million times, there is a way to edit your first post.

On all your own posts in the upper right corner there's a "Modify" button, which allows you to edit your posts.

It would be easier if you could also edit your first post on the first page with all the updated info about the shoots and such, so people can just look there.

Thanks!

ironmonkey · « **Reply #177 on:** January 08, 2011, 01:01:38 pm »

Quote from: nekovamp13 on January 08, 2011, 12:47:53 am

Hey Tom. Just fyi. To make it easier in the future and so people don't have to go through the posts or ask a million times, there is a way to edit your first post.

Thanks, I forgot I could do that. I updated the first post.

I went to the theater earlier today to take a look at what is there. It is not a full set, it is very minimal, with just a few pieces of furniture: a couch, some chairs and benches. We can rearrange and use those or move them out of the way. But mostly it is plain black walls and floor. This is good because it means there won't be a "themed" background that might conflict with some of the cosplays.

Here are some photos I took of the space today (in these photos all the stuff is moved over into one corner).

~boogiepop~ · « **Reply #178 on:** January 08, 2011, 01:59:23 pm »

I might come in cosplay now because a bunch of things fell in my lap, haha. It might be simple but I think I'll come in my Genderbend Lucas Lee cosplay if I can borrow my friends wig or find a black wig to borrow.

LtCommanderRichie · « **Reply #179 on:** January 08, 2011, 05:24:48 pm »

I was banking my being able to get to the shoot on my having a car, but an interesting story involving promises not being kept and someone being a **** for no good reason has resulted in my not having one by now. I might not be able to attend, which will be a shame of epic proportions.

I really do wish I could go, though. Hopefully something will come to light in the next few days that will let me get to Portland without any problems.

Taikei · « **Reply #180 on:** January 09, 2011, 12:24:47 am »

I think that couch is kinda ugly XD I'm thinking of trying to bring something to cover the couch with like a huge colorful blanket or something...

Btw does this cost moneys D:> I just realized that this theater prolly isn't just gonna rent us this space for free.... ; u ;

If money is involved, I may have to take my name off of the 'can do' list.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #181 on:** January 09, 2011, 08:06:59 am »

Quote from: Taikei on January 09, 2011, 12:24:47 am

I think that couch is kinda ugly XD I'm thinking of trying to bring something to cover the couch with like a huge colorful blanket or something...

Sure, go ahead and bring something.

Quote from: Taikei on January 09, 2011, 12:24:47 am

Btw does this cost moneys D:> I just realized that this theater prolly isn't just gonna rent us this space for free.... ; u ;

There is no charge to come to this. I'm paying for the theater rental. If people feel they can afford it and would like to contribute something towards the rental cost, that would be nice, but it is not required. I'd much rather have more people come to this and have fun, than have anyone drop out because of money.

Wrath-Chan19 · « **Reply #182 on:** January 09, 2011, 10:31:47 am »

It's at Profile?!?!?! My mom worked with them for a season as they're prop lady.
also my friend Haley wants to join if she get the ok from her parents
I will also be a tad bit late, I have a class that ends at 12:30, and I will have to stop at my house to eat and pick up Zoe and Haley, if they can come. So I'll probably be there about 1:30

luvan1me · « **Reply #183 on:** January 09, 2011, 12:04:21 pm »

i'll be paying about 15 bucks

~boogiepop~ · « **Reply #184 on:** January 09, 2011, 01:29:36 pm »

I'll throw in 5 bucks but that's all I can. I originally planned to pay 10 but I am on the edge of being dirt poor due to some loan costs that came up :\

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #185 on:** January 09, 2011, 03:15:28 pm »

If I'm well enough to babysit tomorrow, I'll give my 20 ^^

And I'll probably bring some fabrics for back drops or seat covers and such. I have some really pretty fabrics ^^

If there's a color or design someone wants, just tell me and I'll see what I can find!

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #186 on:** January 09, 2011, 03:23:58 pm »

If you could just bring plain black fabric that would be awesome, I don't want the stuff in the background to be distracting.

nyahaha · « **Reply #187 on:** January 09, 2011, 03:58:25 pm »

I'll be wearing Joker Miku for this, and I'll bring $5 for sure, hopefully I can bring more though.

Wrath-Chan19 · « **Reply #188 on:** January 09, 2011, 05:48:48 pm »

I'll bring $5 as well, I wish it could be more, but I'm broke
I have a good amount of props in my house since my whole family are in the theater business. I could ask if I could bring some along if people wanted some props

FateChooseMe · « **Reply #189 on:** January 09, 2011, 06:06:23 pm »

I cannot attend, I forgot about prior events I was supposed to attend.
I'm sorry! Have fun guys. :3

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #190 on:** January 09, 2011, 06:33:23 pm »

;A;
Awwwww, that sucks! I wanted you to come.
Oh well, maybe next time.

ironmonkey · « **Reply #191 on:** January 09, 2011, 09:44:13 pm »

Quote from: Wrath-Chan19 on January 09, 2011, 05:48:48 pm

I'll bring $5 as well, I wish it could be more, but I'm broke
I have a good amount of props in my house since my whole family are in the theater business. I could ask if I could bring some along if people wanted some props

Yes, please bring props if you can.

Wrath-Chan19 · « **Reply #192 on:** January 10, 2011, 07:15:00 am »

Ok, what should I bring?

ironmonkey · « **Reply #193 on:** January 10, 2011, 08:19:42 am »

Quote from: Wrath-Chan19 on January 10, 2011, 07:15:00 am

Ok, what should I bring?

I'm not sure, because I don't know what you have available. Bring things that would look interesting in a photo . . . I like props that the person can hold (folding fan, etc.) especially if they suggest a larger context around the action (martini glass, notebook, flashlight . . .).

If you have some kind of rug we could unroll on the floor, that might be interesting, otherwise the floor will just be black.

Wrath-Chan19 · « **Reply #194 on:** January 10, 2011, 11:14:39 am »

I have everything, my house is full of interesting props.
I'll see if there is a rug I can bring

nyahaha · « **Reply #195 on:** January 10, 2011, 04:26:20 pm »

There is a possibility I can bring a rug. I'll see what I can swipe from my house.
Also, is there a table there that I can cover with a cloth or something?

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #196 on:** January 10, 2011, 05:44:26 pm »

If anyone has swords, I'd love to use them ^^
And maybe guns (fake of course) as well.

luvan1me · « **Reply #197 on:** January 10, 2011, 05:49:16 pm »

still got my long dagger kristi =w= also ima just be alice so do you think you can bring the blonde wig?

since i won't be able to finish aqua until sakuracon >.<

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #198 on:** January 10, 2011, 05:50:38 pm »

I'm going to be bringing an antique-looking lantern, so people can borrow that from me if they'd like :3

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #199 on:** January 10, 2011, 05:54:38 pm »

Doe, okay. If you brought the dagger, that'd be wonderful ^^ And I'll make sure to brush out the wig beforehand.

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