Sukoshicon and Cosplay Photoshoot at Old Roswell Mill

Oh Sukoshicon, it's a love and hate relationship with you. 6 out of 10. If it wasn't for testing a new lens or being bored out of my mind, I wouldn't go. For the Athens locals, it's probably great for them.

The day started out a bit late in the morning for I was too busy waiting on a package. After a long hour drive there, a bunch of memories started to flood me. College life, the 2am drives where I would drive my ex back to her dorm after a fun filled day. The boring classes and the oh so familiar campus that contained the busy-bodied students. Memories that only I could only explain. I wore my Putumayo outfit since I was feeling lazy and quickly toured the whole convention in less than 5 minutes. It's really small, but for a first con, it should be a blast for some people.

I met the photographer from Double Stomp Productions and we had a good chat about camera gear and what not. From his last shoot at Ichibancon 2014, I really liked his work and was pleased that his Sigma 30? 35mm? lens was able to deliver some crazy photos. The type of lens he has on his camera really allows him to get closer, unlike my 50 which I have to 'back that ass up', usually. Then again, he does set up camp with the backdrop and lights so we are different people. I would get bored of sitting in one spot and letting people come so I can take pictures, I prefer to get into the action and think on my feet as I take pictures. It's more fun for me and it pushes me to take consideration of so many things. Just 1 camera and natural light to make magic happen. Eventually, I get bored and will buy lights and what not when my old age kicks in.

All photos shot with Canon 50mm 1.2L

Her cosplay was all made by hand

Lolita inspired outfit

Black Butler

There wasn't much to do and I didn't want to wait for the shenanigans to happen at the Anime Dating Game panel so I left early. Went to the only Cookout location in Georgia and enjoyed a banana pudding milkshake. A bad thing about their milkshakes it is soooooo damn thick that it'll hurt your mouth if you try to drink it by straw.
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Old Roswell Mill photoshoot

Location, Location, Location! I can see why the local cosplay group decided to have another meetup at this place for it offer plenty of variety. You got the pipes and water in one area, a waterfall at another, and bunch of sites to do whatever you please.

Much props to the cosplayer risking his life for the shot!

I like how the trees add a little bit more to the picture. We are dealing with a Pyro, after all.

Lovin' the background blur by this lens.

Portrait work

I've also met another Korean named Stephen. He's a young one, but he's also interested into alt. fashion like I am! I hope I can teach him a few things and make him call me senpai. -_-