[A2 cosplay] NieR:Automata

The A2 photoset shot last July was finally dug out from the minor touch-up folder. At that time, collaborating with the photographer @OuyePS, our memory card exploded again, and we fussed around in the white studio for a long time. To restore that interweaving feeling of machinery and wasteland in A2, we made many cold-toned attempts in lighting. This costume has many details: the aging scratches on the chest and shoulder armor, the leather straps, and that iconic black helmet, all hand-polished bit by bit. After putting on the helmet, the field of vision is severely limited, plus the heavy prop gun with cables in hand, striking natural poses is actually quite a test of core strength.

Starting from mid-May, I intermittently did aerobic fitness, sticking with it for about three months, and my body fat really dropped a little bit. This time, putting on A2's bodysuit and high-slit design, paired with black stockings and garter belts, the muscle lines of my thighs are much firmer than before. When shooting from the side, because of the costume's design, the curves of the legs and waist can be naturally showcased. I personally really love this kind of healthy, powerful figure. Putting on this mecha suit, that combat agent aura was instantly nailed down. In terms of action design, I combined some high-tension poses from sketch materials, such as looking back over the shoulder, holding a whip, and raising a gun, trying to make the limbs look expansive yet aggressive.

Besides A2, this month I also shot Bringer of the Light cosplay. Although the photoset is still being edited, I really can't help sharing a preview! The raw photos of Bringer of the Light cosplay were shot by @Kelolo. The white studio lighting is truly superb, maxing out the texture. This Bringer of the Light cosplay styling features white hair, paired with a black glossy material bodysuit, straps, and battle-damaged makeup. Under the warm-toned backlighting lens, the skin texture and white hair luster were perfectly captured. Although the image editing isn't finished yet, just looking at the colors and light-and-shadow of the raw photos makes me feel this will definitely be a great visual work.

2D photography and cosplay have actually become a comfort zone for me. Whether wearing heavy mecha equipment or challenging costumes with strap designs, repeatedly adjusting action references and expressions in the white studio, the entire creative process makes me very much enjoy it. The makeup and prop details of Bringer of the Light cosplay have also undergone many adjustments. Hopefully, everyone likes this dark fantasy style with battle traces. Once I finish editing the final photoset, I'll come back to share more details with everyone!