[Grinning Professor cosplay] The Retro Scholar Style in Blue Archive

The first part of this official photoshoot for the Grinning Professor from Blue Archive has finally been retouched, just in time for the "Yellow Peach-flavored Kid" show broadcast. Over the past few days while selecting and editing the photos, I've been pondering how to accurately convey the character's temperament that sits right between calm composure and mystery.

For the costume, I chose a sleek, draped long black coat paired with a classic black pleated skirt. The red bow at the collar, complemented by a metallic badge, serves as an accent. There is also that highly iconic golden halo, which has a strong presence under the sunlight. The white wig underwent some layered trimming, and after putting on the black military cap, the overall styling visually aligns perfectly with the vibe of the original work.

During the shoot, I prepared quite a few small items for Cosplay prop sharing to enrich the visuals. In particular, that angular, brown vintage suitcase and the black walking stick built a great atmosphere when paired on-site with the stairs and iron railings. The silver pistol in hand in the sixth photo also gave my movements more room to play, not only restoring the original setting but also leaving a sense of narrative for subsequent interactions.

The sunlight was excellent on the day of the shoot. Especially in the backlit set of the third photo, the sun filtered down past the edge of the building, and the lens flare formed a soft, wrapping sensation. This kind of atmosphere in natural light and shadow is indeed much more comfortable than forcing it through post-processing.

Regarding movements, I tried my best to design them in combination with the structure of these vintage streets and buildings. Instead of forcing stiff standing poses, I utilized the height of the steps or a turned-back glance to capture moments that were casual yet carried a sense of scrutiny.

This roleplay experience allowed me to get a closer look at another side of this character outside of the game. Now I'm sharing Part 1 first, and photos from other scenes will meet everyone later. Every shoot brings new insights, and I will continue to work on expressiveness, hoping that this final set of Anime-style photography can bring everyone into that world filled with a wonderful atmosphere for my Cosplay daily life.