EP 19 - Cosplay Togs & All Things Picvetia

Picvetia is one of Switzerland’s most exciting cosplay photography events and in this episode, we go behind the scenes on what it really takes to plan it: applications, selection, locations, logistics, and building a supportive community.🎙️ In this episode, the Picvetia team shares:• How Picvetia started and how it’s grown• What makes a strong application/portfolio (cosplayers + photographers)• How selection works (quality, variety, skills — not just social following)• The hidden workload: scouting, pressure, rejections, timelines• Why locations matter so much — and how to use them creatively• Tips for beginners: posing, make-up, networking, persistence📍 Destination spotlight (for travel + cosplay enthusiasts)Picvetia 2026: Locarno–Bellinzona Region, Switzerland (10–11–12 April)Official Website: https://www.ilvolta.com/en/Official info + rules: https://picvetiaevent.ch/en/home/Rules + selection criteria: https://picvetiaevent.ch/en/rules/Applications page: https://picvetiaevent.ch/en/application/🔥 If you’re applying: What’s the ONE thing you struggle with most — posing, make-up, portfolio curation, editing, or confidence? Drop it in the comments and we’ll reply with tips.Guests:• Giulee Cosplayer — Cosplayer & Community Manager, Picvetia (Switzerland) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giulee/• RomaiLee — Photographer & Cosplayer, President/Founder of Picvetia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/romai_lee/• Ailyta - Cosplayer & Picvetia Team Menber Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ailyta/Hosts:Darren - iPhotoUK - Insta: https://www.instagram.com/iphotouk/Tom - Switch Photography - Insta: https://www.instagram.com/switch_8.9/Podcast Socials: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/CosplayTogsAndAllThingsNerdy?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=adde6ee7-75be-4b74-a829-fb406f933f8c