Cosplay Throwback for Blackout Friday!
When I look at myself, I see a person that doesn’t fit a lot of social norms. I’m African American and Filipino, I’m overweight, and I have a huge interest in cosplay, anime, and a lot of other art related hobbies.
Growing up, I didn’t see a lot of dark skinned characters in the shows I loved watching. This is why I have a special place in my heart for strong, dark skinned characters such as Katara and Korra from Avatar and Yoruichi from Bleach.
Blackout Friday has shown me that my black is beautiful.
I may not be the ideal form of beauty that society has taught us to embrace, but I want to accept and love myself, to be comfortable in my own skin.
I hope that today and #28DaysofBlackCosplay gives inspiration to fellow Black cosplayers. You are all so beautiful, continue embracing yourselves and loving yourselves. Appreciate each other!
I may not be the best cosplayer, but I hope I can inspire other black cosplayers that you can cosplay no matter the color of your skin.
Today is for you all. Let’s celebrate each other <3
Kaneko so beautiful!
