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Eivor’s Thor Armor
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Eivor’s Thor Armor

Assassin's Creed: Valhalla

Gimli’s Helmet
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Gimli’s Helmet

Lord of the Rings

Artorias the Abysswalker
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Artorias the Abysswalker

Dark Souls


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Drem Yol Lok!

I’m Sam Geist (she/her), a professional cosplayer, artist, and propmaker based in sunny Central Florida, USA. I have been cosplaying and making props since 2014, when I was inspired to start by famous prop artists and my favorite video game, Skyrim. I now own and operate my own business selling handmade resin artwork, commissioned props and cosplay, and making professional cosplay appearances nationwide.

I’m currently available for corporate commissions and convention appearances!

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Propmaker Samantha Geist, smiling at the camera holding a raw cast of the hilt of Artorias' Greatsword in April 2019, atop a bright purple background.

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Wearable dragon skull helmet prop posed to the right at a 3/4 angle on a gray mannequin in front of a black background.

My Favorite Cosplay Mold Making Materials

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Cosplay Mold Making Beginnings When I began cosplaying in 2014, cosplay mold making seemed like a mysterious, daunting kind of maker-magic reserved for the cosplay elite.  Oil based clay that never dries? Resin that starts "kicking?" Tin- vs platinum-cure silicone? It was all so overwhelming. And yet, the prop that…
Custom Blue Dragon Pauldron. An armored shoulder piece with many sharp, blue scales adorning a silver base.

Nerd Caliber Interview: Cosplay Pauldrons

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This month, I was invited by Nerd Caliber Magazine to discuss each individual cosplay pauldron I've made over the years. In it, I discuss the various techniques used to make pauldrons for my Skyrim, Diablo Cusader, Snow White Knight, and more! Check out the interview below! 👇 I've also included…
Darth Revan helmet prop from the front on a black background, centered over a purple "diagram" background with vector patterns.

Darth Revan Helmet — Free Star Wars Cosplay Pattern!

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While Sci-Fi has never really been "my genre of choice," there has always been a sprinkle of fantasy about the Star Wars franchise that has grabbed me. From the ultimate battle of light versus dark to the nuances of it's sharp-tongued female warriors, Star Wars makes for a truly fantastic…
Skyrim Ancient Nord Armor, Dovah Design walking across the stage during the Friday Night Costume Contest (FNCC) during Dragon Con 2014.

Cosplay Contest 101: What to Expect When Competing with Cosplay

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Cosplay Contest 101 It's May again and my home town convention — MegaCon — is right around the corner. Typically I attend MegaCon with the sole purpose of competing in the cosplay contest. The Slytherin in me finds a thrill in being on stage and showing off the hard work…
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Darth Revan's Helmet

PDF pattern for making your own cosplay helmet

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Masquerade Masks

Handmade resin masquerade masks in various styles

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Soapstones

White, Red, and Orange sign soapstones, inspired by Dark Souls

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