Beverly Downen is the founder of Downen Creative Studios and a respected creator, educator and voice in the cosplay and maker community. As a professional cosplayer, costume designer and author, she is particularly known for her detailed EVA foam work and pop-culture inspired costumes.
She has worked with brands such as Marvel, Worbla, Smooth-On, Siser, Surebonder and Plasti Dip and was involved in the launch of Craft, a product line specifically designed for cosplayers.
Her textbook The Cosplayer’s Ultimate Guide to EVA Foam was named one of Adam Savage’s “Favorite Things” in 2023.
A dedicated cosplay educator, Beverly has led over 40 workshops across the US and also founded SheProp, a community to support female, non-binary and trans* makers.
In 2024, she was also an associate producer and cast member of the documentary series Alter Egos.
