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8/20/08

 





Check out the new Firefly-Path Esty Store!

In other news Mary was featured as Triplechat.com "Gaming Babe of the Month"! Read her interview HERE

 

7/23/08

 





click on the photo to view photos and read about the costume!

 

7/15/08

 



My Anime Expo and Labyrinth Ball of Jareth review is posted in my live journal. Also Lord Masamune and I were featured in the latest issue 22 of Japanese Cosplay Magazine CosMode! You can read more about the magazine and events in my LJ by clicking HERE

 

5/29/08

 



Click the HERE to read the reviews for Fanime and Anime Mexicali!

 

5/28/08

 





New photos have been added to the Oceana Mermaid gallery!

 

5/04/08

 



The Mermaid photoshoot is up on Indigo's Blog! Ill be posting more photos here on firefly-path.net later.

As much as I love the Disney version, the original Hans Christian Anderson tale of the Little Mermaid has always struck a cord in me. For those of you who have not read it the prince ends up marring a princess from a neighboring kingdom. The little mermaids' heart breaks and she turns to sea foam.

I wanted to shoot a few of those scenes. The mermaid saves the prince from a sinking ship and watches over him for a while on the shore. Before he fully conscience and aware of what has happened a young woman from the temple runs down to the beach to find the prince. The little mermaid hides from the temple girl and watches her carry him away.

I wanted there to be a stark contrast between Brittney (Temple/Princess) and Vanessa (Mermaid). Everything about the mermaid is unearthly like her scaly shimmery skin and her clothing made of kelp. In contrast Brittney has a angelic bright face like an angel in the prince's eyes who has come to save him.

I wanted to thank everyone who made this happen! Vanessa, Brittney, and Paul you guys go far beyond anything I could ever ask for from my models! Thank you for getting soaking cold and wet for me! Diana who supplied Brittney's costume and make-up for both Brit and Paul, they looked perfect! Dave for the spectacular lighting and of course Indigo for taking photos of my dreams <3

Visit Indigo's Blog to view the video and photos!

 

4/25/08

 



Hola Mexico!

I've been invited as a guest to Anime Mexicali! Ill be there May 18th. I can't wait to visit my fans in Mexico again!!!

!He sido invitada a Anime Mexicali! Estare alli el 18 de Mayo. !Estoy ansiosa por visitar a mis fans en Mexico de nuevo!

XOXO Lillyxandra

 

4/21/08

 



Hey guys a fairy needs your help!!!

Now that I have your attention I'm asking for your help on behalf of a young make-up artist who's goal is to raise enough money to make it to Faerie-Con. Her name is Kate and she's on a mission to spread her love though the art of faerie make-up! Did I mention how incredibly talented she is? Just check out her live journal (Elfstruck Make-Up) that shows step by step tutorials as well as video tutorials on how to do make-up that is truly other worldly.

She asks for a small donation of $15.00. If you do so she will sign you up for a weekly newsletter with two step-by-step picture tutorials, some make-up tips, hair-dying tips, etc.

Every little bit helps, I absolutely love seeing what she comes up with. If I could afford it I'd have her fly out to help out with my own fairy shoots!

Click HERE to find out how to Donate, and even if you don't donate stop by her LJ and stop by and give her some encouraging words, she's amazing!!

XOXO Lillyxandra

 

4/03/08

 



Princess Zelda armor and crown is up for auction on Ebay!

 

3/27/08

 





A new costume has been added to the photo gallery section!

 

3/16/08

 





A new costume has been added to the photo gallery section! Also the media section has been updated <3

 

3/14/08

 





A new costume has been added to the photo gallery section!

 

3/03/08

 



Hey Folks! Last Wednesday Vanii, Matt, Indigo, Dave and I headed up to Blue Ridge for the Frost Fairy shoot! I asked my best mer-friend Vanii to model the costume.

For more pictures and a video blog of our adventure check out Indigo's blog CLICK HERE.
Ill be posting the entire gallery up here on FFP once the best images are color corrected.

Hope everyone is doing well!! XOXO JoEllen

 

2/28/08

 



I've been invited as a guest to Anime Matsuri March 21-23rd in Woodlands, Texas. You can join me and other cosplay guest for panels over; cosplay make-up,making wings, and much more! Be sure to check out their Website for more info.


In media news, Mexican cosplay magazine "Cosplaymix" featured me in their Crossplay section! This magazine is pure eye-candy the layout is phenomenal! You can order your own copy on their website Cosplaymix For American buyers on CosWorx

 

2/18/08

 



Hey there folks! I though I'd share a preview of my new Pink Fairy costume. It one in a series of four different masquerade/ballroom fairys. I'm having three beautiful cosplayers model the green, purple, and blue fairys. I have two done and two to go! I'll be posting a video blog about this project once its completed documenting my designs coming into full fruition.

This is a huge project I've been wanting to do for the longest time, I'm so ecstatic that the talented Indigo will be shooting the entire group. <3

 

2/04/08

 



Cospod #8 is up with an interview with Cosplayer/Photographer Ziggy! As always we have News and Reviews covering upcoming cons, cosplay.com's new layout, PSP game Jeanne D'Arc, and much more! Click HERE to listen. I hope you guys enjoy it!!

 

1/28/08

 



Heya everyone! Im excited to say that I have been invited as a guest to a cosplay picnic in my old stomping grounds, Humble, Texas! Be sure to check out their website! (click on the banner)

ALSO! Ill be debuting a new costume at Ikkicon in Austin, Texas in two weeks (Feb 8th-10th)! Ill give you a hint..it's big, pink, and probably the girliest thing I've ever made. ^.~ I hope I can see you all there!

 

1/1/08

 



Happy new year everyone!! 2007 was a fantastic year, and I can only hope 2008 will be just as extraordinary! I wanted to thank all my friends, fans, and customers for a great year! <3 I already have some new costumes and projects lined up that I'm excited to get started this year!

In addition, I've updated my convention schedule with a few upcoming conventions. This includes Ikkicon (taking place on February 8th - 10th), which I'm ecstatic to say has invited me as a Cosplay Guest! I'll be updating my schedule as the year progresses. Once again, thank you all!

 

12/08/07

 



Hey folks! The lovely Megan a.k.a VirtualGirl interviewed me for Japanator.com over my cosplay mostly focusing on my Castlevania costumes! I encourage you all to take a look at Japanator's cosplay blog, there are fantastic entry's over a variety of cosplay news, events and just straight up you funny stuff. My personal favorite is "Head Asploding Cosplay Goodness: Epic Hair Edition" XD

You can read the interview HERE!

Also I recently shot a short documentary with projectcosplay.com filming a "behind the scenes" look at one of my fairy photoshoot "Tangleweb Dridess" you can view that in the videos section HERE

 

12/03/07

 



Cospod #7 is up with an interview with cosplayer Gimme Cat, also we had a discussion about World Cosplay Summit and our personal views on the event. Check it out HERE. In other news last weekend marked Japan-Expo, you can read my review on my livejournal HERE.

 

11/30/07

 



I know this is short notice but I wanted to let you guys know that there will be a cosplay gathering/contest at Japan Expo this Saturday. Diana (of cospod.com) and I will be organizing and working it. So if you live in the Los Angeles area come and join us!

 

11/23/07

 



Resin Elf Ears for Sale!
You can purchase a pair of your own in the store section HERE!

 

11/21/07

 



New photos from photographer Ziggy have been added to the "He is my Master" set, check them out HERE. Also I was featured in a little section of the United Kingdom's "Official Nintendo Magazine" in my Zelda costume, you can view that in my Media section!

 

11/05/07

 



Cospod #6 is up with an interview with cosplayer Jaina Solo! Check it out HERE. Also the FANART section has been updated with a cg gift from Liddella.

 

10/23/07

 



I've posted the E for All Expo review in my Live Journal HERE. Also the Downloads section has been updated with a new background!

 

10/10/07

 



Just in time to Halloween! Check out my Auctions for a chance to win my original costumes! Also the Booking section has been updated with new events. I'll be at E for All Expo opening ceremonies in my Alucard costume!

 

10/09/07

 




Here they are! The three little maids from "He Is My Master" <3

 

10/07/07

 




I've added another original costume to the photo gallery section, something kinda Halloween inspired ^_^ I plan on auctioning off this new costume along with some of my older ones on e-bay soon. Also Anime Con-Carne this weekend was a blast, I hope you all like maids because Diana, Courtney, and I cosplayed the maid trio from the manga "He is My Master"! I'll be making a post on my Livejournal about it as soon as I get the photos! <3

 

9/19/07

 



I updated the site with photos from my Katy the Cat costume! A few other sections have been updated as well, the FAN ART gallery with new art from Samantta as well as the MEDIA section, My friend Vanii and were photographed in issue 49 of the "Giant Robot" magazine.

 

8/22/07

 



Hey there folks! My friend Diana and I have been working together on a small project called "Cospod" a podcast where we talk about everything in the world of cosplay! It will be updated once a week with cosplayer interviews, event coverage, tutorials, cosplay gossip and so on. Click Here!

 

8/14/07

 



Firefly Path members! If you registered between July 20th - today you have not been able to enter the members section. Check your e-mail, you should be able to gain access now.

 

8/12/07

 



Hey folks! I just wanted to let you know that I'll be at Nisei Week August the 19th judging the Cosplay Contest. Nesei Week is a Japanese Festival that takes place August 18th-26th in Los Angeles California, check out their website to see all the exciting events! Hope to see you there!!

 

7/15/07

 



A new costume Oceana has been added to the photo gallery section! Also the Absinthe Faerie gallery has been updated with new photos!



 

7/09/07

 



A few months ago my friend Gavin asked me to play a part in his BattleStar Galactica fan film. Being a huge BSG fan I happily agreed to help. It was the first time I tried acting. In doing so it made me appreciate the time and effort that gos into making a production happen. In the end I had a lot of fun but I don't think I belong in front of the camera. Im perfectly happy being a "behind the scenes" type of person. You can view the film on Sci-fi's website HERE

In other news I put up a few of my costumes for sale on ebay Here

 

7/04/07

 



Happy Independence Day! Two new costumes have been added to the photo gallery section with Allen and Millerna!

 

7/03/07

 



Read my Anime Expo review HERE

 

6/26/07

 



Anime Expo!

I can't believe expo is only a few days away!! I've been sewing till my hands are sore in preparation haha. This year I'll be bringing three costumes for myself which include: Millerna (Escaflowne), Absinthe Faerie (Original), and Katy the Cat (Unico). In addition I've made an Allen Shizard (Escaflowne) costume for my boyfriend Matt to accompany Millerna and an original mermaid costume for my friend Vanii for a fantasy group with my Absinthe Faerie.
I'll be promoting the DVD release of "Unico" in my new Katy the Cat costume. I'll also be one of the judges for the masquerade, it's such a great honor, such a great pleasure! I know every cosplayer brings their best costumes to AX and I eagerly await to see what crazy new costumes cosplayers have come up with this year!

See you there ^_~
Lillyxandra

 

6/24/07

 



Check out the new episode of Geek Week! I played a small part as "Stacy" and did hair and make-up for the cast. I was a fun project to work on and I'm proud to say that I was a part of it!


 

6/04/07

 



A new costume has been added to the photo gallery section check it out HERE! Also the Media, Videos, and Fan Art sections have been updated.


 

5/17/07

 



Read about our adventures at two conventions in Mexico that Lord Masamune and I were guest at HERE!


 

5/09/07

 



A new costume "Bollywood Warrior" has been added to the photo gallery section! Check it out HERE


 

5/07/07

 



Lillyxandra will be at convention Tsunami in Merida,Yucatan Mexico May 11th-13th with Lord Masamune as Cosplay Guest of Honor/Masquerade Judges!



 

4/16/07

 



We updated the "Videos" section with two new videos check it out HERE!


 

4/11/07

 



A new costume has been added to the photo gallery section! Check it out Here


 

4/08/07

 



Happy Easter from the firefly sisters! We added a new background for download HERE!


 

3/27/07

 



My Princess Zelda wig and ears are up for auction! Check it out HERE!


 

3/26/07

 



The "Letter of the Month" segment in the Members section has been updated with new Q & A!


 

3/16/07

 



Firefly-Path photography was featured in the recent March issue of Hardcore Gamer Magazine in a photoshoot we did with cosplayers Houngstar and Jeff the Ruler! Check it out in our Media section.


 

3/07/07

 



We will be in Mexico at TNT April 28th - May 1st with Lord Masamune debuting three new costumes!
Also we have updated our Booking/Schedule section with upcoming events we will be attending.



 

2/15/07

 



If you are in the Houston Area there will be a cosplay gathering March 24th! Unfortunately we will not be able to attend but we encourage all other cosplayer check it out Here



 

1/18/07

 



We are proud to open our new Members section! If you become a member of Firefly-path you have access to our tutorials and costume construction notes! Membership is FREE! You can sign-up "HERE"



 

1/16/07

 



It's a new year! In the spirit of renovation we gave firefly-path a make-over. Artist Wen-M designed these two fashionable faeries to grace the new layout!! Soon we will open the members section! Keep visiting for updates.

We hope you enjoy the new look!



 

12/15/06

 



The photo gallery section has been updated with a new original costume! Follow the green fairy "HERE"


 

12/07/06

 



We updated the "Ophelia" gallery with new pictures! Click "HERE" to see.


 

12/03/06

 



Winter Faerie Wings up for auction on E-bay! Click HERE to view the auctions!!


 

11/13/06

 



We updated the "Dewdrop Faerie" gallery with new pictures!
Click "HERE" to view.


 

10/25/06

 



Our cosplay is featured in the pages of the November issue of "Hardcore Gamer" Magazine! Check out our 'MEDIA" section to see it!


 

10/06/06

 



The Masquerade Peacock Costume is up on Ebay for auction! Check it out "HERE"


 

09/30/06

 



The "LETTERS" and "FAN ART" sections have been updated with September's question of the month and a wonderful drawing from artist Tahnja Wolter.


 

09/14/06

 



Just a reminder we will be at "Phoenix Comicon" this coming Friday the 22nd through Sunday the 24th. Be sure to visit us at our panels!!

      Saturday 12:30pm to 2:00pm Is the "How to Make Fabric               Wings" panel held in the Palo Verde III room.

      Saturday 5:00pm to 6:30pm Is the "Cosplay Photography"             panel held in the Palo Verde III room.

We hope to see you there!


 

09/05/06

 



The "LETTERS" and "ONE OF A KIND" sections have been updated with the question of the month and the Autumn Season Faerie costume for purchase!


 

08/22/06

 



We added a schedule to our "Booking" section. It will display what conventions and events we will be attending as well as our status "CLICK HERE" to see!


 

08/21/06

 



The photo gallery section has been updated with a new original costume! "CLICK HERE" to see! This Autumn Faerie costume is up for auction "HERE"


 

08/03/06

 



The store section has been updated with a new one of a kind costume available for purchase! "CLICK HERE" to see!


 

07/25/06

 



Phoenix Comicon has invited the two of us as cosplay guest of honor! This coming September 23rd-24th we will be there to hold panels over cosplay 101 and a workshop/demo on wing-making! We will also be judging the cosplay contest as well as attending the Lolita Tea Party. Check out the official site for more information "HERE" We hope to see you there!!


 

07/19/06

 



Geek Week featured us on Episode 4 in their cosplay corner segment! Watch the podcast "HERE"


 

07/14/06

 



We have opened our merchandise section offering a variety of cosplay items! "CLICK HERE" to check it out.


 

07/13/06

 



The photo gallery section has been updated with a new costume "Maria" from Castlevania: Symphony of the Night. We have also moved Firefly-Path over new a new server so the site should run faster and smoother!


 

07/10/06

 



We are back from Anime Expo! To read our AX report visit our Livejournal post "HERE". Also the letters section has been updated for the month of June. Check it out "HERE" Plus we have added new fan art under our gallery section "HERE"


 

06/24/06

 



The letters section has been updated for April & May with your questions and our answers! Check it out "HERE"


 

06/21/06

 



We have placed some of our costume up on e-bay including: Princess Zelda from Legend of Zelda: The Twilight Princess, Plus Deedlit & Pirotess from Record of Lodoss Wars. To view the auctions click HERE


 

06/13/06

 



We are back from A-kon and had a fantastic time! We came back with some great photoshoots and 3rd place in the masquerade!! The photo gallery section has been updated with a new costume "Sophitia".


 

06/08/06

 



We will be attending A-kon this weekend selling our accessories in the Komik Market. Please stop by our booth to say hello! If you are interested in having a personal photoshoot of your cosplay visit us at our booth to set it up. Mary will be offering photoshoots for the small fee of $15.00 per person.


 

06/05/06

 



We have updated the photo gallery with new costumes from one of our favorite videogames! "Alucard" & "Richter" from Castlevania: Symphony of the Night!!


 

05/31/06

 



Our "store" section now has new subsections such as custom orders, merchandise, one of a kind, e-bay auctions and photography. The merchandise section will be open soon. Also the "gallery" section has been revised for easier navigation.


 

04/29/06

 



We are selling a few of our cosplay costumes including our "EGL" and "Alice in Wonderland" costume on e-bay along with a corset and cape fashioned after the manga "God Child". Click HERE to view the auctions!


 

04/17/06

 



We will be attending Shiokaze Con April 28th-30th where we will be selling cosplay accessories in the artist ally so be sure to stop by our booth and say hello! The "fan art" section has been updated with new art.


 

04/10/06

 



Welcome to the new Firefly-Path! I know we have been out for quite a while, but we have been busy at work bringing new features for our customers and fans. Not only have we updated our existing galleries, but we have added new features including: fan feed-back, booking sections, photo sessions,downloads, videos, and an exspansive members section that has yet to be unveiled. Also, keep your eyes open for our new flash site! Its going to be huge! So take your time, look around, and tell us what you think! ^_~