Evil Ted is a legendary propmaker and costumer whose more than 30-year career includes work on films and television shows such as The Fifth Element, The Guyver, Titanic, The Hunger Games, Xena: Warrior Princess, and Criminal Minds (to mention only a few of the many). But to the cosplay and comic convention community, he is more well-known for being a master-class teacher who shares the tips and tricks he’s learned over the years with the everyday builder and cosplayer.
“I want to take the intimidation out of building and costuming,” Evil Ted said. “I love assisting new builders and costumers in the learning process.”
Evil Ted’s Costumes and Cosplays
Evil Ted’s costume accuracy can be traced back to a comic convention in St. Louis in the late-1980s. His Batman cosplay lost Best Costume in the cosplay contest because no one believed it was handmade. A disappointing occurrence, but a great story that adds to his legend! Below are a few of Evil Ted’s more recent creations.
Evil Ted with Holly Conrad as ALITA Battle Angel
Evil Ted Cosplaying his Original Character, ‘Space Cowboy’
Evil Ted Cosplaying ‘The Red Demon’, Another Original Character
Human Predator Machiko Noguchi from Dark Horse Comics, Portrayed by Cosplayer @aliciamariebody.
Evil Ted as Vampire Hunter D from the Anime Movie, BLOOD LUST
Yes, Evil Ted Does Monsters
Of course with a moniker like “Evil Ted,” he’s into monsters. In fact, he’s played monsters in movies like Return of the Living Dead 3 and The Guyver. Below are images of Evil Ted cosplaying three of his creations: Sten from The Guyver (top left), Dark Hero Ghost for the remake of Carnival of Souls (top right), and a vampire from Dusk Til Dawn 3 (bottom).
The Evil Ted Channel
Evil Ted may be most well-known for The Evil Ted Channel on YouTube, a widely popular place for costume builders, propmakers, and cosplayers to learn the craft. Evil Ted’s videos are are as instructional as they are inspirational. Additionally, each video includes detailed information on supplies used and equipment needed. Moreover, he uses his mantra of “passion over talent” to show beginners that anyone can learn to build. He even has merch with his mantra, such as the T-shirt below.
How-To Videos on a Vast Variety of Props and Costumes
Evil Ted’s YouTube channel, with nearly 200,000 subscribers, has a large library of how-to videos on a vast variety of props and costumes from helmets and skulls to battle armor and weapons. Here’s a few examples of his easy-to-follow tutorials.
Don’t know how to make an ancient foam sword?
Watch Evil Ted’s instruction video, and boom, now you can build an ancient foam sword too! In the video, he teaches you how to use EVA foam by showing you how he made the prop for a friend’s movie.
Or, maybe you need a foam Samuri helmet?
No problem, Evil Ted shows you how.
But wait! You need a foam grenade!?
No need to panic, Evil Ted has you covered.
Where to Start Learning with Evil Ted
Evil Ted has a welcome video to get you started on how to get the most from his videos and website.
Where can you find Evil Ted online?
Here are all the places to find Evil Ted online — all in one place. Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and his website including his SHOP.
Meet Evil Ted In-Person at Holiday Cosplay Tampa Bay
Holiday Cosplay Tampa Bay is a family-friendly winter holiday-themed comic convention that features anime, comics, science fiction, fantasy, and gaming as well as world-class cosplay. The new event is December 10-11 at the Tampa Convention Center. Guests include four anime voice actors, four comic creators, and eight of the nation’s best pro cosplayers.
Prices are as low as $30 for a single day pass and $45 for a weekend pass.
Pro Cosplay Line-Up at Holiday Cosplay Tampa Bay 2022
Evil Ted is a legendary propmaker and costumer whose more than 30 year career includes work on major films and television shows. But to the cosplay and comic convention community, he is more well-known for being a master-class teacher who shares the tips and tricks he’s learned over the years with the everyday builder and cosplayer.
PlexiCosplay is an award-winning professional cosplayer from Maryland who in only six years catapulted from a beginner to a widely respected pro. She specializes in EVA foam, SFX, and armor painting as well as unique elements like wings and lights.
Casey Rene specializes in sewing technique and dress-making. From historical design to Disney elegance, her work is always breath-taking.
Ginoza Costuming has represented America twice in international cosplay competitions and most recently won best-in-show at Twitchcon 2022.
Gremmcos is a local Florida cosplayer specializing in TikTok performance, make-up artistry, and wig-work.
Tiarabreecosplay is originally from Jacksonville, Florida, but currently resides in Texas. She is a multi-genre cosplayer with outstanding wig and make-up expertise.
Avera Cosplay is an award-winning cosplayer of conventions such as Megacon, Supercon, and Dragon Con. Read more about Avera in our blog from 2021.
Holiday Cosplay Tampa Bay Organizers
Holiday Cosplay Tampa Bay is brought to you by the organizers of St. Pete Comic Con and Anime St. Pete, which drew large crowds and earned positive fan reviews.
Sponsored by Florida Comic Cons and Florida Cosplay Digital Magazine
