The Beijing IJOY Convention photos are finally organized! This time I decided to cosplay Gojo Satoru with added beast ears. Although this isn't part of the original series design, as a creative trial between the photographer and me (the cosplayer), it adds a touch of visual fun to the stark black-and-white uniform baseline. The outfit consists of a black high-collared oblique-buttoned top paired with matching trousers and glossy black platform boots, creating a minimalist yet subtly reflective aesthetic.
Before the shoot, a lot of time was spent styling the wig. We wanted to maintain a certain volume for the silvery-white textured hair so it wouldn't look flat, while letting the bangs drape naturally above the sunglasses without completely blocking the eyes. The pair of fluffy white beast ears on top serves as the finishing touch. In the pure black studio setting, the black attire, white hair, and ears create striking color contrast. This high-contrast studio lighting was very demanding: it needed to capture bright highlights reflecting off the sunglasses lenses while maintaining three-dimensional facial contours. Tilting the sunglasses slightly reveals the pale blue contact lenses inside—a detail captured in many close-ups that captures the true soul of Gojo Satoru's character.
The core theme of the photoshoot revolves around confidence and nonchalance. As the strongest sorcerer in Jujutsu Kaisen, Gojo Satoru possesses an effortless sense of composure. Thus, rather than dramatic combat poses, I focused on his iconic subtle gestures—such as slightly pulling down his sunglasses to reveal a piercing gaze, casually tossing his hair, or resting his hands on his knees in a crouch. A few candid shots captured me kneeling on one knee or leaning forward with one hand pressed against the ground, projecting a playful yet combat-ready posture. The two seated poses on the stool were actually the most challenging to execute: while sitting, I had to keep my center of gravity low while ensuring the long leg line looked fluid rather than stiff, and the photographer found a fantastic inverted-triangle composition angle for me.
The main difficulty with many convention photos is crowded, messy backgrounds, so I specifically used a solid black backdrop to make the character pop. The blurred foreground of a hand reaching toward the lens creates immersive depth, as if inviting viewers on the other side into this 2D space. Crossplaying handsome male characters, especially for female cosplayers, relies heavily on bone structure and jawline definition. In terms of makeup, I deepened contour shading to enhance facial dimensionality while maintaining a natural lip tone to prevent the overall look from feeling overly heavy.
The most joyous part of being a cosplayer is forgetting my everyday self in the moment of shooting and fully embodying a character who is immensely powerful yet charmingly childish. The atmosphere at Beijing IJOY was wonderful, and the studio's lighting and spatial setup suited this minimalist studio style perfectly. Though wearing a thick wig and black long-sleeved suit in the summer heat posed a physical challenge, seeing the final photos made every drop of sweat worthwhile. As a female cosplayer playing a male character, sizing and wig styling can present hurdles, but carefully studying the character's gestures and posture helps you gradually find seamless harmony. I am incredibly satisfied with the final output: the cool contrast between the black backdrop, silver-white hair, and sharp black attire created a sophisticated, high-end ambiance. Free from background distractions, all visual focus lands squarely on facial expressions and body language. Organizing these convention photos made the entire day's shoot feel extraordinarily fulfilling.