Starting the final wrap-up phase of CP32 convention photos, the post-processing for this batch of Spring Feast outfit shots is mostly complete. Regarding this costume design, I selected a bright yellow and white color-blocking scheme. The yellow halter off-shoulder style of the upper top fits the character's light and nimble vibe, though its fabric texture required careful tuning to present the ideal tone under outdoor natural light. The gray stripes down the center and lace trimmings on both sides created an excellent visual transition in the final shots. The outerwear—a pink large-sleeved coat—was undoubtedly the heaviest piece in the entire outfit. Its outer layer features extensive white wavy scalloped edges alongside dense plush tassels, which absorbed light under strong outdoor sunlight, so during editing I specifically balanced details across high-light areas. The magenta fabric on the coat's main body was thick and sturdy, working with the voluminous sleeves to lend vertical dynamic tension to the overall silhouette.
The animal ears and horns on the headpiece were key highlights of this Shu cosplay setup. The interwoven yellow and blue horn structure was sturdier than expected, and paired with white floral decorations on the side, it avoided an overly cluttered look. The wig featured a yellow, white, and blue spliced color scheme, styled into a single thick side braid ending in a natural blue finish. This large-scale color gradient truly relied on good lighting; under sunlight it rendered a translucent feel, whereas overcast skies might have dulled the effect. For eye makeup, I applied pale green eyeshadow and matching colored contacts tailored to the character, combined with eyeliner techniques to enhance eye clarity. The shooting location was chosen on an outdoor platform with structural beams; utilizing lines created by the architectural structure as a background beautifully accented the irregular wavy lace edges of the outfit.
The weather on shoot day at CP32 was fantastic, offering perfect natural light angles. During initial framing, the photographer and I agreed to preserve as much dynamic extension in posture as possible. Because the coat sleeves carried significant volume, letting arms hang naturally tended to obscure the waistline cut, so we designed several poses with raised or outstretched arms to showcase the side silhouette of the pink coat and the off-shoulder neckline. Post-processing focused on restoring authentic fabric textures, such as the translucency of the yellow top, folds in the pink velvet, and green claw mark lines on the gloves.
Retouching CP32 convention photos with extensive complex accessories (like pom-poms, braids, and animal horns) and spliced fabrics usually takes considerable time to balance light and shadow contrast. These images maintained the bright feel of outdoor Anime-style photography while preventing color distortion caused by overexposure. The lower garment consisted of loose deep-purple trousers, echoing the yellow collar necklace. The bright yellow gloves were eye-catching, with black and green claw marks adding dynamic energy. From initial makeup conception to hair and accessory coordination, much effort was spent—especially on securing the horns to ensure they remained stable even amidst crowded convention halls.
Compared to flat studio shoots, outdoor natural lighting added lighting complexity but endowed hair and plush accessories with richer layers. Walking through CP32 in this gear, the pink coat and white tassels provided strong volume that made the character instantly recognizable in the crowd. Every post-convention wrap-up—from taking off wigs and accessories, sorting heavy garments, to editing delicate lighting details frame by frame on screen—is a complete journey. The overall styling fit and costume creativity were immensely engaging, making this a thoroughly delightful session in both shooting and editing experience for Arknights fan work.