This whole thread is great but I want to add that this costume critique industry has massively created a culture of toxic gatekeeping and racism as a roadblock to new costumers as well as tearing down costuming pros who do not design for living history.
I AM NOT A LAWYER, AND THIS IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE
if you're going to a protest where you expect to get arrested it's extremely important to have arrest training. this thread will not be as useful as a proper training, but i can offer a few tips:
Trying to allow myself one day a week to not be outwardly productive without feeling guilty. I need to listen to my own advice and remind myself that self-care IS important and leads to better quality of both work and life.
I am happy that so many people have seen my work. I love the "kawaii" culture of Japan. I believe that Gundam can be cute and cool, with pastel colors and sparkles.
I'll keep on making pretty gundam plastic models!💕🪄🤍