Jo Steel
COSPLAY
Jo Steel
COSPLAY
Body art icon & makeup magician
Meet Jo Steel at Comic Con Stockholm Winter – October 31 to November 2 at Stockholmsmässan! Jo Steel is a viral SFX and cosplay artist with millions of followers worldwide. With her concept Cosplay on a Budget, she shows how you can create impressive looks with simple tools like paper, glue and creativity.
During the weekend, Jo will offer live demonstrations where she transforms into characters like Pennywise and Art the Clown, as well as a Q&A where you can gain insight into her process and ask your own questions.
Take a picture, get an autograph and be inspired by one of the cosplay world’s most unique voices – all you need is an admission ticket!
Jo Steel, also known as @artistjodysteel, is a viral cosplay and SFX artist with over 7 million followers and over a billion views on social media. She is known for her intense transformations, using makeup, body art and her own techniques to transform herself into everything from horror icons to anime characters – often with minimal resources. Her signature style combines artistic precision with a distinct DIY spirit, making her a favorite among both new and veteran cosplayers.
Jo creates multiple costumes and characters every week, and her passion for special effects and prosthetics permeates everything she does – from shaping Hellboy’s horns with paper and glue, to creating Nina from Fullmetal Alchemist or Pennywise from IT using budget-friendly methods. With her educational and inclusive style, Jo aims to show that anyone can create impressive looks, regardless of experience level or budget.
In addition to her viral transformations, she enjoys sharing tips, answering questions, and inspiring others to dare to create. Her work has made a big impact on the cosplay scene, where she is seen as a pioneering voice in low-budget SFX and body art.
