Published
February 18, 2026
Please welcome Turtle Smithy as one of our cosplay instructors! Tickets will be available next week!
Turtle Smithy has been cosplaying for over 20 years. He has competed and won awards at many different conventions, not the least of which being the first C2E2 Crown Champion. He has also judged many competitions at shows over the years, and currently makes cosplay accessories full-time for his Etsy shop. He has a wide range of expertise, including costume patterning, sewing, armor, props, leather, painting, mold making, and casting.Turtle Smithy is excited to share his knowledge in his hands-on workshop!