Interview with Margie Cox

Today you are in for a treat.  In my quests I have come across many talented cosplayers, but this cosplayer is truly one of the best!  Her name is Margie Cox and you will love her cosplays, but don’t take my word for it.  Read the interview and then go to her FB fanpage and look for yourself.  Well enough jibber jabber, here is my interview with Margie Cox.

1. Who are you and where are you from?

Margie Cox.  I’m from the Atlanta area.

2. How did you discover cosplay?

My fiancé initially got me into costuming for charity work.  I helped him make his first Batman costume, he started visiting hospitals and doing community events with a group called Heroes Alliance.  I started costuming soon after we got married.  We felt like we were doing something important that not everyone could do for the kids.  I don’t really feel terribly important in the grand scheme of things.  I don’t feel that I’ve captured anyone’s heart or imagination, but dressing up as character’s who have a symbolic significance, it’s brought so much publicity to causes worthy of the general population’s attention.  Some of our photos are shared hundreds of times.  It’s a good feeling to think that you might be making a positive impact. 

Somewhere along the road, comics and costuming for me and my husband really because a family bonding experience.  These characters and ideals have shaped our values and personalities.  It’s a personal and fulfilling experience for us both.     

3. I really love your Star Sapphire cosplay.  What made you choose her?

Star Sapphire was a costume I wanted to do when my husband started costuming as Hal Jordan, Green Lantern.  I really love the Green Lantern comics. Star Sapphire has been a classic part of that mythos, and when I saw the more modern costume, it looked challenging to me.  I wanted to create something beautiful.  I wanted to put my soul into creating that costume.  It was wonderful to see how much Green Lantern and Star Sapphire fans appreciated my work.  As an artist, it’s really all about your work being seen and appreciated.  The costume and character are very dear to me. 

 4. Out of all the comic characters you cosplayed, which one is your favorite?

Wonder Woman.

5. What other genres do you cosplay?

Comics and Star Wars for right now.  I’d love to get into some Star Trek too!  A Klingon costume has been on my list for years.  I need to make that happen.

6. Which method do you love to show off your costumes the best?

Well, I like shooting in a studio because it’s a bit more controlled and it’s professionals working on my hair and make-up.  It gives people a better idea of how a costume may look in a movie or if a comic panel were real what it would look like.  Conventions are fun, but it’s more to hang out with friends and to get pictures with a big group of people than to show off your individual costume. 

7. Do you do other modeling besides cosplay?

I do reference and fashion modeling.  I’m George Perez’s model for Huntress in the New 52.  I’ve modeled for fashion designers in Austin and Atlanta, recently Rick Gonyo and Marian Collier.

8. What are your plans for the future?

I hope to write one day full time.  I’ve written a novel and have been working on some comic projects.  Until then, I have a great job as a personal trainer where I feel like I’m helping people and I’m in a really good place right now. 

9. Where can my readers see more examples of your work?

My fanpage on Facebook would probably be the best place to see my work. ( HERE )

10. If you had to pick one cosplay, which one is your favorite?

Wonder Woman. Wonder Woman. Wonder Woman.