Yaya Han is one of only few cosplayers in the world to build a business in this hobbyist community, but even after a decade of success, she strives to stay true to what got her into this field originally - fun and creativity. To this day, Yaya has made a myriad of costumes in the genres of anime, manga, video games, sci-fi, comic books and of course from her own original designs. Her intricate and lavish creations have won awards and acclaim worldwide, and she has been invited to appear as a guest, panelist, judge, performer, and host to over 100 conventions and other events all over the globe.
Through hard work, unmatched passion and infectious enthusiasm, Yaya has helped cosplay gain respect and integrity as an art form in the fandom world and art communities, and her decade long campaign for creativity has helped raise cosplay to the standards we know today. Every day, Yaya continues to pave the path for the beloved art and lifestyle we know as Costume Play.[1]
