EP 19 - Cosplay Togs & All Things Picvetia

<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>🎙️ In this episode, the Picvetia team shares:</p><p>• How Picvetia started and how it’s grown</p><p>• What makes a strong application/portfolio (cosplayers + photographers)</p><p>• How selection works (quality, variety, skills — not just social following)</p><p>• The hidden workload: scouting, pressure, rejections, timelines</p><p>• Why locations matter so much — and how to use them creatively</p><p>• Tips for beginners: posing, make-up, networking, persistence</p><p><br></p><p>📍 Destination spotlight (for travel + cosplay enthusiasts)Picvetia 2026: Locarno–Bellinzona Region, Switzerland (10–11–12 April)</p><p>Official Website: <a href="https://www.ilvolta.com/en/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.ilvolta.com/en/</a></p><p>Official info + rules: <a href="https://picvetiaevent.ch/en/home/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://picvetiaevent.ch/en/home/</a></p><p>Rules + selection criteria: <a href="https://picvetiaevent.ch/en/rules/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://picvetiaevent.ch/en/rules/</a></p><p>Applications page: <a href="https://picvetiaevent.ch/en/application/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://picvetiaevent.ch/en/application/</a></p><p><br></p><p>🔥 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.</p><p><br></p><p><u><strong>Guests</strong></u>:</p><p>• Giulee Cosplayer — Cosplayer &amp; Community Manager, Picvetia (Switzerland) Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/giulee/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/giulee/</a></p><p>• RomaiLee — Photographer &amp; Cosplayer, President/Founder of Picvetia Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/romai_lee/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/romai_lee/</a></p><p>• Ailyta - Cosplayer &amp; Picvetia Team Menber Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ailyta/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/ailyta/</a></p><p><br></p><p><u><strong>Hosts</strong></u>:</p><p>Darren - iPhotoUK - Insta: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iphotouk/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/iphotouk/</a></p><p>Tom - Switch Photography - Insta: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/switch_8.9/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/switch_8.9/</a></p><p><br></p><p><u><strong>Podcast Socials</strong></u>: </p><p>LinkTree: <a href="https://linktr.ee/CosplayTogsAndAllThingsNerdy?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=adde6ee7-75be-4b74-a829-fb406f933f8c" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://linktr.ee/CosplayTogsAndAllThingsNerdy?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&lt;sid=adde6ee7-75be-4b74-a829-fb406f933f8c</a></p>