The Visual Art Institute in Salt Lake City will hold a weeks-long class that teaches costume design and sewing for those 12 and older — from Tuesday March 31st to Tuesday May 19th. Participants can register online or by calling 801.474.3796

Have you ever wanted to start cosplaying and didn't know where to start? Or maybe you already do cosplay but want to up your game. This class is a great beginning friendly class where we will work with several different materials and methods to help you get started with your cosplay visions.

If you have taken this class before, please join us again as projects will continue to vary. I can give you next level projects to work on as well as guid you on projects you want to try out.

Supplies and Tools:

In this class we will have access to some use of 3D printers as well as sewing machines and other tools available at the school. If you do have your own tools feel free to make a tool kit to bring as we may not have everything you need.

Supplies may vary depending on what projects you are working on and the looks you are trying to achieve. We will discuss materials on the first day of class for your individual designs before purchasing the bulk of your supplies. When buying Foam sheets pay attention to thickness, thicker like 10mm might be great for a weapon but 2-5 mm might be better for boot covers and bracers.

Required for first day of class:

•Sketch Book and Pencils

•Measuring tape (sewing)

Starter kit:

•Permanent Marker (metallic to show up on black foam)

•Foam Sheets

•Foam Clay

•Scissors

•Duct Tape or Painters Tape

•Hot Glue/Glue Gun

•Contact Cement (very strong and smelly so be aware)

Fabrication Supplies:

•EVA Foam Sheets

•Foam Clay

•Glue, Contact Cement or Hot Glue (we provide use of our small high temp hot glue guns but please bring your own glue sticks)

•Masking Tape/Duct Tape

•Laces, Ribbons, or Zippers

•Acrylic Paint and Paint Brushes

•Craft Scissors

Sewing Supplies:

•Fabric

•Fabric Scissors

•Thread

•Pins

•Zippers, Velcro, or Magnets

•Sewing Patterns

Supply Questions

Where can I find EVA Foam Sheets and Foam Clay?

•Blick (online, some in store)

•Michaels (online)

•Cosplay Pros (online)

•Amazon

•Hobby Lobby

Where can I find Fabric?

•Design Company Fabrics (SLC)

•Walmart

•Michaels

•Hobby Lobby

•Spandex World (online)

•Amazon

Where do I find sewing supplies?

•Michaels

•Amazon

•Hobby Lobby

•Walmart

Where can I buy things for fabrication and structure?

•Lowes

•Home Depot

•Ace Hardware

•Walmart

Supply Suggestions and Quick Links:

https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-39108PP-Metallic-Permanent-Blister/dp/B00009RAX4?crid=3E2J1ZG4XN9VB&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8x-g6-ZHCifaY8VMLowiSlS_qqf2XYY-mRL1n5xHilzrupKoSdDiw6xT-7MvnWAvkLDvWEFZliKsW0LVnZyGE9DzPNQB6FHLR1gcr75e0m1H-iKE6IhacN8iGLOZmLqsfw5oQmVegTR9B0h0jTCEk-zYmSsTBJ_d3Q22HsbtErbhEXezPiO-TPc5pCPpya-TX4-FbqPiPO3y8cHtVVuvkVaqWzRUyZ9rrmtU6DQKoRkaHbzU1VJZOp1Aiq1W7n3Se34KK0B4ji4Ud982K8LesqLRGJr8Ls9zxUrDbfNgT-I.BBGUAZXvRa-wWONccEdgrZzTcRyZ95DXwMITszwHWdc&dib_tag=se&keywords=silver%2Bsharpie&qid=1761600762&refinements=p_85%3A2470955011&rnid=2470954011&rps=1&sprefix=silver%2Bsharpy%2Caps%2C173&sr=8-1&th=1

Foam Clay:

https://www.amazon.com/CalPalmy-Moldable-Cosplay-Foam-White/dp/B082NVM6NR/ref=sr_1_6?crid=2N259W4HQZXWA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.pZjSPt8_KYqU6Sp7YtqreUWwR5MSfV8F3SbDmAqB8D8JaDSh6wq6qfTE4ySNeJXLgaXFpo9voeSldrfEFErmC77iVkcsB0SWKhFawQQyF2iinZMWRnT-BudqwBN5N87a2MuO1ifPOLpRFllpatdSFJkiev9yFlj_w1Sp_WjwEhbPaNa6y01i1WhcBUjloOPHBZC3pdVj2skAarEiI5Xvpu8ADigvxgbOXSFPQ10fFYiwLGP1T5td2_wy12cSPRXWXLWeLFgt-JijzNkyQ61NadWHPRKyNv1krKHHQ7UkrAU.vYreNTZyMmfj-gmVS6HoAYpg-vuHJGz1VB6gIrVIqUw&dib_tag=se&keywords=foam%2Bclay%2Bair%2Bdry&qid=1757467524&sprefix=Foam%2Bclay%2Caps%2C199&sr=8-6&th=1

https://www.amazon.com/Moldable-Cosplay-Foam-Clay-Black/dp/B082NNL9RQ/ref=aclp_ad-product-list_ast_sto_dp_puis?th=1

https://www.amazon.com/Foam-Clay-Air-Dry-Modeling/dp/B09YBFDP36/ref=sr_1_25?crid=2N259W4HQZXWA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.pZjSPt8_KYqU6Sp7YtqreUWwR5MSfV8F3SbDmAqB8D8JaDSh6wq6qfTE4ySNeJXLgaXFpo9voeSldrfEFErmC77iVkcsB0SWKhFawQQyF2iinZMWRnT-BudqwBN5N87a2MuO1ifPOLpRFllpatdSFJkiev9yFlj_w1Sp_WjwEhbPaNa6y01i1WhcBUjloOPHBZC3pdVj2skAarEiI5Xvpu8ADigvxgbOXSFPQ10fFYiwLGP1T5td2_wy12cSPRXWXLWeLFgt-JijzNkyQ61NadWHPRKyNv1krKHHQ7UkrAU.vYreNTZyMmfj-gmVS6HoAYpg-vuHJGz1VB6gIrVIqUw&dib_tag=se&keywords=foam%2Bclay%2Bair%2Bdry&qid=1757467524&sprefix=Foam%2Bclay%2Caps%2C199&sr=8-25&th=1

Foam Sheets:

https://www.amazon.com/EVA-Foam-Roll-Cosplay-Projects/dp/B0DS68HW1B/ref=sr_1_10?crid=1LDYA4CS95UUF&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.sbWAOfbk1mfHKYzEvXhq-6ig-25vuVlXgKIFZHb09byJ6yS3rcjlTGjyv9LWvySjboPFZG9ENyOFjtsCEsfFHDUOfLuJ27Iw8U0x7EfywJus70W0qdR85YrIyP3fPSekAYs1e5d3pPvdABr1aakkbGWhBD5AXDoT65jomgxbd6rQvwxSXxCJJYPTuKyUwn3BZljF82INHTNvyrKRYLOUlZPihTq-F0Pf4cKVCD_BlkMzqX-fbtRM9NiWgw7e2QUmzvAPkWz_2ZvVFcFuN_UztmhRIAKY7iBxOCw7XtkoVPY.teUv2U5GJNOOAtD8T4RZ2OAqaDSIyVXXHWmxt5Zl2EQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=Foam%2Bsheets&qid=1757469889&s=arts-crafts&sprefix=foam%2Bsheets%2Carts-crafts%2C167&sr=1-10&th=1

https://www.amazon.com/EVA-Foam-Cosplay-Density-Foamory/dp/B08YXYN327?crid=2O9NPY9ED47JK&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.QZnpV1e85VHKxEuJjQGwJiNocH9AYJUvuJwCOZTmQVrgcjQ9q9j_gX9Y__YdAT4C6RTvwOJ83MXbW-GwSVvuDqPPen_ef-MjTMq7VvLCXCdJfIt-eyGOBoFYNZJti6n3bd71aTA7OZ9NZzNQ38GCqaC2C-5nTJmDY7d8zE_U3hASHAnuxmlGOFxgYxyNhwxm_mBE_SHbFyCyPAaPlTguiGl9zxalJ3Yij7iwUABmzzbn2zzR1_hlGhUJm1pqE7D8sF-7M7gSWO79_14_XyUsm-ezHsicg74nqzk_iLL4ETc.a9vPqg4SsPmqdvqrZBZhD6HtqERtz7LTLCGQRFSZtIM&dib_tag=se&keywords=cosplay&qid=1761600019&sprefix=cosplay%2Caps%2C214&sr=8-6&th=1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CB9856L6/ref=sspa_dk_detail_4?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B0CB9856L6&pd_rd_w=NQfHx&content-id=amzn1.sym.8c2f9165-8e93-42a1-8313-73d3809141a2&pf_rd_p=8c2f9165-8e93-42a1-8313-73d3809141a2&pf_rd_r=YDHPMVVTNG7DRDGYMFD7&pd_rd_wg=8iqwk&pd_rd_r=e81df2cc-f686-491c-9b9e-a91b78bcbc48&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWw

Primer for foam:

https://www.amazon.com/Plasti-Dip-Multi-Purpose-Coating-Aerosol/dp/B07QCPXXBV?crid=3MG5MG5GP8ZJM&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.e_yxdtMZ82mrharojNBjn1MVTsEHZ8QVqxMoXkFpc8eSeE5kWogm2LOImVzz8oIZRq5w6kd1COwQp9-OCRk0rOQsvHd0tCDce6m8uct10gswvxyI6Od6qkh6o5TnROYhZ4VlwgnkxyUmFm_TxNM8rS_QnAYFN8vNcNeJwoUFMSa7gWITqJADZjw_KMlmJpQt4tLpBlj2LC4z8wLJkxqMzYJ5rfPJyM4KdgBPcAaWdKo2x2s-zvbmpWuVLcKlU3A8RidGz9lEWCr0Ge5OtvxJu9fJpkzF3m4wKucvxF92d9A.WcitQabXlh2IAiOYI0LlaH7bX6owQJWwxjSp1YbSig8&dib_tag=se&keywords=plasti+dip&qid=1761600060&sprefix=plasti+dip%2Caps%2C185&sr=8-6

Glue:

https://www.amazon.com/Weldwood-Contact-Cement-3oz-00107/dp/B000CD7QWK?crid=1FG91R4PQ8XY2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CpEuajj3XXSVZSBY42ya6Bksp5KrOMqQkawHOM0avI_GMAhy0wLUgpnIZYp5mjC3cQ0njIhQK5J5jKKqgYtt8uOPb4R9ORAaj9dFH1JUlt1SojKoSrOVv9HsR_QDRtsUfHBXK0Yttfce8d5mnluX0jBGq8A9mKZI8qrn6cGYBCiSMdmORx67OHB7YR3uq-Y6_1dgH6_peDfSCkeihtbDGMWJGS73k1abAx8hLXgZpSE.Z01t1eS_gU9KCvT5GCWetnFcTCmyHIBC_UN0FZPvSjI&dib_tag=se&keywords=contact+cement&qid=1761600091&sprefix=contact+cement%2Caps%2C191&sr=8-4

https://www.amazon.com/ljdeals-Plastic-Squeeze-Bottles-condiments/dp/B0D4RCQ37W?crid=3OTK5LC3ZV7SL&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.AX_jKL_1UaqcbBIe09midzUad42ih1pygJCafpqTj52LryUP95JLpipWUHCn6okvSeNElQtipM4ZtvNsmhft9GOBFvDzbjbKNd9o03bpl8CnpxdKqClh5NkTCM5f0nx3mtRBfvOA-DRPWsxImhrCvcqa3qUqH8Da3YR2v00uNE4ch83QGizE0AEtA-rpG8-7C18hHW5ULdScITly2fcaqwgiPLevC5fWnVEkU-3UbI6Ol0z8OhNzxgJCZCqn5aA2rCAj-9nP0YoXMc4MNXBXcVXu71fSDg9jDWpAEJUk8Fs.0MFp3ITtGxotTKSzRVA3HdUCqTF7jYocxibquBW8NzA&dib_tag=se&keywords=plastic+bottle+squeeze&qid=1761600141&sprefix=plastic+bottle+squeeze%2Caps%2C173&sr=8-18

Tools:

https://www.amazon.com/Dremel-4000-2-Kit-Engraver-Attachments-Accessories/dp/B0CWBM23HD?crid=1SWRIYD0FPY8P&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.P2DK73OdDzltzuD1F3z_2DAXJh2kN4PlSqLxYOrsMAwUQD8YiBZXTH3nXYR73sRERefkY7AtYuujD3SYODYUC3eqYtmenkT3WzKvlZ9C6ap7-iYu5c3C54wlWXRIpJ6r2hoRNwU1SzeeK-GO4dwzB7nakOf3HrTFlqzxCqU_34KVS6ds2IVVWOtDwsOfMuVKBHNhvXkzfy_dPaHxcsJH-YVYO0XPJ5MVhLUTgOW6FsgM-MFClFILmyV6rxIPraGnLqm3kZnIu4qAboDSkXoyY-Izx5-I-aZPQBlkkJBr_2M.MLmj8N5tvfCclwyEJhCat38wRyEHm_sR0xufMeiegH8&dib_tag=se&keywords=dremel&qid=1761600184&sprefix=dremel%2Caps%2C187&sr=8-6&th=

https://www.amazon.com/Dremel-727-01-Grinding-Accessory-31-Piece/dp/B09FPBQ1KZ?crid=WBK25LX4PZSV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.DfNEgU1YNjMwdCrhbUqjCNgRk7WpmpaDDODc39EGpa8WConVaE2VjX66JjZNrUve6DYBx3arAq941gJxL7nUS1lK4U0CxyO-0BDVvzBEQyBiJTb3kx0rB78F55rlRAyFIqrhQqoCVRAUlYyfds42hn_xcgkq_nsCWQ4_JjPO6kES_Fsy-qOAXjmdH3jJjVY_UD2cNqZX0p6amF35faCeG9r3d_YUmq41ffHkpfjpWmvIqX4WFVmxiidayenCqj8hzi7vnRyBBiRPHL4toihB2HLfHsdAMq2eO3b8qmDIg_g.VVr8cOAi73nd9-Pfiyk-1fO9r0mGut2Nenv0A6jOjX0&dib_tag=se&keywords=dremel%2Bsanding%2Bbits&qid=1761600254&sprefix=dremel%2Bsanding%2Bbits%2Caps%2C175&sr=8-9&th=1

https://www.amazon.com/Sunxeke-Sanding-Including-Aluminum-Mandrels/dp/B0D2DF2RGK?crid=WBK25LX4PZSV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.MNoiqTKahWE97PCF7fGo0mTCNCHWN-IqiXVc6-Y3u_lxczaBM0M1wCIde9D22IVZa22XoK0Ht0z92_Ya9P6HOkEOSAKcgqC_gH4ma4eqO7MrwinhSqKDiZJoBvZ2PWfX_sg813z0FzF6tpZ8oWFaGL7HR3t-3aMpcqOdwVjdpOD2BWSO0a68oCrv19Sjo9ggVBIOIOvzdDVqlDZxL0pMHrqBaTHvX6aCaREFsdAr42JYt4QDUXWkLKuwu-wqIGyor_n-yV8vdhUkXknEk-HuKEPQThzinyaYJsVQqrQbvBo.UgAD3ac1K8KOK-Ix-IpZFolUwREQrcq1c2NmPQO5lP4&dib_tag=se&keywords=dremel%2Bsanding%2Bbits&qid=1761600292&sprefix=dremel%2Bsanding%2Bbits%2Caps%2C175&sr=8-26&th=1

https://www.amazon.com/WORKPRO-Premium-Utility-Retractable-Duty-Box/dp/B097SXK3FG?crid=2D4NU9B8AA524&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.fGsmFDWppeQs00ts0bAYlXWUSsI7jcx3uCPVn_Lqj-iWqO5V6PjQQu0QS0mKvBU82SlH1mM7iMNsDj0usbJjl9d8x_Eli5JSgN8_yijIK9oP9PX0KCveYkiQaL8_dWOcO2CSHQi_6DqYXh88Ecc6CWW9RcJmTkOhV-JKBDMElYqfIKpBm4Jg61tP5Jg4J4qTm9TYSL_f6Gu-KGwrHxi6hDpX1GhrzAnwoQy4qm1l94g-Os4snzrQXT9eKLDxlBpBVuluL8rJU0ryGVq4i_vx9CQnuSk6kWQWbccSbfVjxZo.zXkt6d1gKMVfRwunFGVJewtaA90yj3g9y7o9QHaVEFk&dib_tag=se&keywords=retractable%2Bbox%2Bcutter&qid=1761600368&refinements=p_85%3A2470955011&rnid=2470954011&rps=1&sprefix=retractable%2Bbox%2Bcutter%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-7&th=1

https://www.amazon.com/REXBETI-Utility-Retractable-Cardboard-Included/dp/B081GGRYQ3?crid=2D4NU9B8AA524&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.fGsmFDWppeQs00ts0bAYlXWUSsI7jcx3uCPVn_Lqj-iWqO5V6PjQQu0QS0mKvBU82SlH1mM7iMNsDj0usbJjl9d8x_Eli5JSgN8_yijIK9oP9PX0KCveYkiQaL8_dWOcO2CSHQi_6DqYXh88Ecc6CWW9RcJmTkOhV-JKBDMElYqfIKpBm4Jg61tP5Jg4J4qTm9TYSL_f6Gu-KGwrHxi6hDpX1GhrzAnwoQy4qm1l94g-Os4snzrQXT9eKLDxlBpBVuluL8rJU0ryGVq4i_vx9CQnuSk6kWQWbccSbfVjxZo.zXkt6d1gKMVfRwunFGVJewtaA90yj3g9y7o9QHaVEFk&dib_tag=se&keywords=retractable%2Bbox%2Bcutter&qid=1761600368&refinements=p_85%3A2470955011&rnid=2470954011&rps=1&sprefix=retractable%2Bbox%2Bcutter%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-9&th=1

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=heat+gun%27

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=heat+gun%27

LOCATION:

Visual Art Institute 2900 S 300 W, South Salt Lake, Utah

Please park on the NORTH side of the building and enter up the ramp to the front office. It is the really colorful side of the building.

INSTRUCTOR:
This class is taught by L:yra. Learn more about our instructors at https://www.visualartinstitute.org/art-faculty

DROP-INS:

This class is NOT open for drop-in students. Projects take multiple weeks to complete.

OPEN STUDIO:

During the first week of class, we will discuss the times and rules of using the studio and equipment during non-class hours. This is only available to students currently registered in the class.

REFUND POLICY:

We are only able to offer refunds up to 2 weeks before the start of class. We do not offer refunds or credits or make-up classes to students who miss class.

TRANSFER POLICY:

We may be able to transfer you to a different class depending on space availability.

CLASS CANCELLATION:

We find that students learn better in larger groups. If we feel the number of registrations is too low to promote a good learning environment, we may cancel the class. In the event we cancel a class, we will reach out to you as soon as possible.

TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:

We try to make our classes as accessible to everyone as possible. We are able to offer a limited number of tuition assistance scholarships each term. You can complete an application on our website or call our office for assistance applying. Applications are available in Spanish and English.

MULTI-CLASS DISCOUNT:

When you register for more than one class, you can receive a discount up to 10% per class! You must call and register through the front office for this discount.

ADA ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATIONS:

Our classrooms are ADA accessible. Some courses may involve tasks or activities that may be difficult for individuals with limited strength, difficulty bending over, and sitting or standing for long periods of time. We are happy to work with students to find solutions to make their experience positive and doable. For example, wheel throwing takes arm strength and bending over the wheel. Students may work on hand-building projects instead of throwing. Please reach out to our office to discuss your needs.

DIFFICULTY REGISTERING?

Please call our main office for assistance! 801.474.3796