May Jean Cosplay

Artist and Maker in Washington State, USA

Hello! My name is Meaghan, aka May Jean Cosplay. I'm a Korean-American cosplayer from Washington State. I am both a Registered Nurse (MSN, RN) and a mixed-media artist/costume maker. I made my first costume back in 2005 but have been challenging myself with more complex projects for over a decade. My work is inspired by video games, anime, pop culture, and historical fashion.

Most of my craftsmanship experience has been focused on armor fabrication, sewing, and painting, but I've incorporated many skill sets into my projects: EVA foam, thermoplastics, embroidery, fiber arts, electronics, mold-making and casting, 3D modeling and printing, leathercraft, metalwork, and more. I love to dive into new learning experiences as much as possible.

I am an experienced Master-level competitor, taking home the following honors and awards over the years:

  • GeekGirlCon 2016 - Best Construction
  • EMP Myth & Magic Faire 2016 - Master Division, Top 8 Finalist
  • Jet City Comic Show 2018 - Best in Show, 1st Place Overall
  • Renton City Comic Con 2019 - Master Division, 1st Place
  • Rose City Comic Con 2021 - Best in Show, 2nd Place Overall
  • Sakura-Con 2022 - Master Craftsmanship, 1st Place
  • Rose City Comic Con 2022 - Advanced Craftsmanship, Runner-up
  • Crown Championships @ Emerald City Comic Con 2022 - 1st Place Overall, Western Regional Champion 👑
  • Youmacon 2023 (Masquerade) - Master Craftsmanship, Runner-up
  • Youmacon 2023 (Masquerade) - Master Performance, 1st Place

Subsequently, I've worked with a number of local conventions as a guest, including Jet City and Grit City Comic Shows (multiple years), Crypticon, Sakura-Con, Emerald City Comic Con, Anime Impulse, and ChibiChibiCon. I’ve also had the honor of judging the cosplay competitions at many of these events, including the Crown Championships of Cosplay regional qualifier at ECCC.

I have enjoyed being a panelist at major cons like C2E2, Emerald City Comic Con, Rose City Comic Con, Sakura-Con, and GeekGirlCon. Panels have ranged from cosplay sportsmanship, various craftsmanship topics, and more.

Finally, I have been a proud member of the Capcom Creators program since early 2022.

If you’re interested in having me attend your convention or event as a guest and/or cosplay competition judge, please email me atmayjeancosplay@gmail.comfor inquiries!

My cosplay handle is @mayjeanw on all platforms.

Profile photo by Soul Studios.