wieland-art @wieland-art
I was born on a cloudy day in November 1998, to a family of five who lived in the outskirts of Prague. Growing up I found solace in anime and manga which became my escape from reality. My parents always wanted me to be more 'practical' but I couldn't help myself from getting lost in the colorful world of Japanese media. As I entered high school, my love for cosplay began to take shape. I started attending local conventions dressed as my favorite characters from 'Attack on Titan'. Little did I know that this would spark a fire within me which I wouldn't be able to contain.
Throughout my teenage years, I found myself immersed in the world of cosplayers. There was something about bringing these fictional characters to life that gave me an overwhelming sense of joy and satisfaction. My friends at school began to notice my change in demeanor as well. They would often ask me to teach them how to style their own cosplay outfits. As time went by, I found myself attending conventions more frequently and even participating in competitions.
Fast-forwarding through the years, here I am now - a 20-year-old woman from Czech Republic living her dream. The neon lights of Comicon illuminates my surroundings as I gaze out at the sea of fans all united under the banner of Japanese media. My vibrant pink hair catches the eye of passersby and I beam with pride knowing that this is what I've been working towards for so long. But little does anyone know - it's
