Female Dovahkiin Cosplay (Skyrim)

This is my second cosplay, and the first that I ever wore to a convention (PAX East 2014).  I originally made this for Halloween in 2012, but it did not get very much attention because everyone thought I went out to the store and bought a viking costume... 

Instead of making a new costume for myself for PAX this year (I made one for a friend instead), I decided to give this outfit a second chance, with a few minor improvements.  I was a bit disheartened after Halloween in 2012 because no one even knew what I was supposed to be after I put in months of effort, but there were so many people at PAX who both recognized and really enjoyed my cosplay.  Because of PAX, I now have a renewed interest in costume-making and cosplay, and I have very ambitious plans for next year (Hint - It will probably involve full armor and EL wire).  I have a character in mind, but I am open to suggestions : )

Gamespot managed to get a picture of me at PAX, which you can find here: static.gamespot.com/uploads/or…

More to come soon!

Materials: Paperclay, paper mache, craft foam, acrylic paint, faux leather and fur, modge podge