How do I get people to take my picture?

1. Look confident in your costume.
We know if a Zelda doesn't like her costume, and we know to shy away from her. Smile, walk with purpose, be in character! Just have fun and look approachable.


2. Pose.
Last year there was a few hours where nobody was taking our picture, so what did we do? We sat down and posed, and kept posing. The moment people see you're available for a picture, then they want you. Stand/sit there, be in character, even when nobody is around. Someone will see you, and someone will take your picture. And once one takes your picture, then the hoard will come.


3. Keep freshening up.
It's 5 o'clock on Saturday. You've been at the con for eight hours. Run to the bathroom and reapply your lipstick, your eyeshadow, your eyeliner. Even if you have the good stuff, chances are likely that some of it has worn off. If you always look presentable, then people will want you.


4. Walk around.
I've noticed nobody really takes my picture when I'm in the Artist's Alley or the Dealer's room, or at least not nearly as much as in the halls. There's one reason for that - people go to the Alley and Dealer's room to shop. If they see an awesome Sephiroth on the way,they'll snap a picture, but looking for cosplayers isn't on their agenda at this point. but in the halls, that's where the press is,that's where the cameramen are. If you have nothing to do for an hour until the Masquerade, walk around the halls and enjoy the sights,knowing you're one of them.