November 2025
Samstag-Sonntag-Die-besten-Fotos
VIECC 2025, Vienna's Comic Con held at Reed Messe Wien, documented through 162 photographs capturing the convergence of fandom culture, cosplay craftsmanship, and creative community. The gallery surveys elaborate costume interpretations spanning Star Wars, Disney, anime, gaming, and fantasy franchises, alongside modified exhibition vehicles, vendor merchandise displays, martial arts demonstrations, and PAN book stage programming featuring author interviews and readings. Architectural documentation includes the venue's industrial infrastructure—exposed ceiling trusses, overhead lighting, escalators—framing cosplayers in theatrical poses and group formations. The series emphasizes collaborative portraiture practices where attendees granted permission for documentation, illustrating the participatory nature of contemporary fan conventions. Images indexed include cosplay, merchandise culture, literary programming, and community gathering spaces within Vienna's annual popular culture event.
162 photos
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cardboard box containing an assemblage of superhero action figures serves as the opening image from VIECC 2025 at Vienna Comic Con. The collection includes recognizable Marvel characters—multiple Iron Man variants in red armor, Hulk in green, Captain Marvel, and other costumed heroes—alongside a Haribo candy box visible at the upper edge, suggesting the informal merchandising culture of fan conventions. The figures are densely arranged within the weathered box, photographed from a slight overhead angle that emphasizes their three-dimensional plastic forms and vivid primary colors against the container's institutional beige interior, establishing the material culture of contemporary fandom. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A two-tone exhibition vehicle dominates the frame, its bodywork divided between bright yellow upper panels and metallic blue lower sections, displaying quad rectangular headlamps and ventilated hood detailing. The "MANTA MANTA" branded front bumper and distinctive angular styling suggest a modified sports car from the 1980s or early 1990s, positioned within the exhibition halls of VIECC 2025 at the Vienna Comic Con. The low-angle composition emphasizes the vehicle's aggressive front fascia and performance-oriented design elements, while the controlled lighting highlights the contrast between the vibrant color blocking and the vehicle's muscular proportions. VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A close detail of a MANTA-MANTA automobile exhibited at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, featuring a distinctive two-tone paint treatment with vibrant yellow bodywork transitioning to electric blue on the lower front bumper assembly. The image captures the vehicle's rectangular dual headlamps with protective covers and the sculptural contours of the modified front fascia, where the color demarcation follows the body lines with precision. The highly reflective, glossy finish of both paint colors demonstrates automotive customization culture, a recurring aesthetic at the Vienna Comic Con event where car enthusiasts and pop culture intersect. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 KITT (Knight Industries Two Thousand) - the iconic, microprocessor-equipped 1982 Pontiac Firebird Trans with a Mask of Michael Knight, while a blond wig rests deliberately on the rear windshield shelf. The composition frames the subject through the car's angular geometry, with the door's reflective surface and striped upholstery creating layered visual planes. The scene documents the playful, immersive atmosphere of the Vienna Comic Con, where props and costumes integrate with display vehicles to create informal portrait opportunities amid the convention floor's exhibitor spaces. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A split - Mercedes-Benz vehicle with bold yellow and black zebra-stripe vinyl wraps dominate the foreground, the gull-wing doors raised skyward in a symmetrical display. This was part of the VIECC 2025 Vienna Comic Con at the Reed Messe Wien exhibition center, where convention attendees in casual attire gather in the background beneath overhead lighting that reflects off the vehicles' glossy surfaces. The dramatic geometric patterns and theatrical door positioning exemplify the convergence of car culture and fan community aesthetics characteristic of contemporary pop culture conventions, documented as part of Michael Seirer's comprehensive photographic survey of the event. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer wearing a full-body green bodysuit stands in profile within the exhibition hall of VIECC 2025 at Vienna Comic Con, their head completely concealed by a pixelated cubic mask rendered in yellow, orange, and black tones with distinctive white protrusions suggesting antennae or wings—a recognizable reference to Minecraft's bee character design. The industrial venue's exposed ceiling structure and overhead lighting creates a neutral backdrop, while blurred figures and exhibition booths populate the middle ground, establishing the convention's crowded atmosphere. The geometric mask contrasts sharply with the organic human form beneath, exemplifying the transformative nature of cosplay craftsmanship at contemporary fan culture gatherings. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Four cosplayers stand in formation within the exhibition hall of VIECC 2025 at the Vienna Comic Con, positioned against the industrial architecture of exposed ceiling trusses and convention floor. The group presents character interpretations spanning fantasy and animated series, with costumes ranging from an elaborate cream-colored gown with trailing fabric to fitted bodysuits in yellow and gray tones, and colorful streetwear. Industrial flooring and distant vendor booths frame the subjects, who maintain direct engagement with the camera lens, exemplifying the collaborative dynamic between convention attendees and documenting photographers. The overhead venue lighting creates even illumination across the group composition. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a fantasy character stands centered in the exhibition hall at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con, wearing an elaborate floor-length costume featuring a cream-colored base gown with pale yellow layered outer robes adorned with golden embellishments. The garment's voluminous sleeves and trailing train create a regal silhouette against the industrial venue's dark flooring and exposed ceiling infrastructure. The subject faces the camera directly in a formal presentation pose, while convention attendees and vendor booths occupy the blurred background space, establishing the scale and context of the crowded event environment. Overhead lighting illuminates the pale fabric tones while maintaining atmospheric depth in the commercial exhibition setting. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a theatrical character poses in the exhibition hall at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con. The subject wears an elaborate cream-colored costume featuring a dramatic ruffled collar reminiscent of Elizabethan or Pierrot aesthetics, complemented by white face makeup, a jeweled headpiece, and styled hair in dual buns. The composition captures the figure against the convention's bustling backdrop, with overhead industrial lighting creating soft illumination that emphasizes the costume's dimensional fabric structure and the performer's theatrical presentation. The photograph documents the elaborate craftsmanship and performative aspects characteristic of convention cosplay culture. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A close-up view documents a convention attendee's hands as she applies yellow nail polish, her fingernails already painted in bright neon yellow. The composition isolates the hands in sharp focus against a deliberately blurred background showing plush toys and convention materials, emphasizing the intimate act of personal grooming within the bustling VIECC 2025 environment. The subject wears a black wristwatch on her left wrist and holds both the polish bottle and applicator brush, her dark-painted fingernails on the applying hand contrasting with the vivid yellow being applied. This candid moment captures the multifaceted nature of convention attendance, where self-expression through appearance intersects with fandom culture. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A hand reaches toward the box of "DRINKOPOLY," a drinking game variant of Monopoly, positioned on a dark surface at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The game board displays a colorful layout with beverage-themed properties and gameplay elements, accompanied by cards, dice, and game pieces arranged in the foreground. The composition employs shallow depth of field, rendering the background shelving and additional game boxes into soft focus, while dramatic lighting emphasizes the product's commercial packaging and playful branding that references the classic board game format. Photographed during the Vienna Comic Con event, this vendor display illustrates the diverse marketplace offerings beyond traditional comics and cosplay merchandise. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A vendor interaction unfolds at a retail booth within VIECC 2025, where a staff member in dark clothing and glasses extends merchandise across a glass display counter toward a customer in a green shirt. The transaction space is densely framed by commercial inventory: shelving units laden with boxed games and collectibles rise behind the vendor, while a spinning rack of keychains or small accessories occupies the counter's surface. Overhead lighting creates moderate contrast against the darker retail environment, typical of convention hall vendor arrangements. The composition documents the essential commercial exchange that sustains creator and fan economies at Vienna Comic Con events. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 An array of polyhedral gaming dice arranged on dark fur textile, displaying six distinct sets differentiated by color and finish. The composition shows turquoise, gold-blue, clear with orange inclusions, red translucent, green marbled, and purple speckled dice varieties, each set containing multiple shapes characteristic of tabletop role-playing game accessories. Photographed at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, the arrangement demonstrates the craftsmanship and aesthetic diversity within gaming culture merchandise, with even lighting highlighting the metallic and translucent properties of the resin materials. The centered placement and selective focus emphasize the material culture surrounding contemporary tabletop gaming communities present at the convention. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A mannequin head displays a steampunk-inspired ensemble comprising a fur ushanka-style cap adorned with brass gears and a dual-canister respirator mask fitted with circular red-tinted goggles at VIECC 2025, Vienna's Comic Con convention. The composition centers the assemblage against a softly blurred convention hall background, with strong frontal lighting emphasizing the metallic copper tones of the mask's filters and the textural contrast between synthetic fur and industrial hardware. This display piece exemplifies the maker culture and post-apocalyptic aesthetic prevalent in contemporary cosplay communities, documenting the craftsmanship and material culture showcased at the event's vendor and artist exhibition spaces. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Three cosplayers stand in formation within the exhibition hall of VIECC 2025, their costumes representing distinct character archetypes. The central figure, elevated by platform footwear and crowned with an elaborate topiary-style headpiece, wears a green velvet coat and holds a staff, flanked by companions in red and blue period-inspired dresses with layered petticoats and striped stockings. Industrial ceiling infrastructure and ambient convention lighting create a neutral backdrop, while the polished concrete floor reflects the scene. The composition demonstrates the documentary practice of collaborative portraiture common to convention photography, where cosplayers willingly participate in formal documentation of their craftsmanship. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A portrait subject poses in an elaborate steampunk-inspired costume at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, featuring a tall top hat adorned with blue and gold decorative elements and brass goggles mounted above the brim. Vibrant orange synthetic curls frame the face, complementing the ornate collar and vest visible in the lower frame. The composition centers the subject against the exhibition hall's industrial ceiling infrastructure, with neutral overhead lighting creating even illumination across the elaborate costume details and producing a documentary-style record of Comic Con cosplay culture. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer poses in the foreground at VIECC 2025, Vienna's Comic Con event, wearing blonde hair with a black bow headpiece and period-inspired costume featuring a white collar. The subject holds a distinctive prosthetic hook attachment on their left arm, suggesting a steampunk or historical fantasy character interpretation. Shot from a low angle against the convention center's industrial ceiling with overhead lighting, the composition emphasizes the cosplayer's engaging expression while blurred attendees and exhibition spaces occupy the mid-ground, documenting the participatory culture and craftsmanship integral to fan conventions. The photograph illustrates the performative aspects of cosplay as both personal expression and community engagement within contemporary fandom spaces. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character with distinctive bright orange-red hair and an ornate golden crown poses in three-quarter profile at VIECC 2025 Vienna Comic Con. The subject wears an elaborate black and gold costume with period detailing, holding what appears to be a decorative prop weapon, set against the convention hall's industrial ceiling with overhead lighting. The composition emphasizes the theatrical presentation typical of convention portraiture, with the subject's direct gaze and costume craftsmanship demonstrating the detailed character work characteristic of contemporary cosplay culture. Photographed with permission as part of Michael Seirer Photography's documentation of the Vienna event's creative community and fandom expressions. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer with vibrant blue wig and theatrical costume poses against the industrial ceiling infrastructure of the exhibition hall at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The subject's upward gaze and raised arm create a dynamic diagonal composition, while the cool-toned synthetic hair catches ambient light from overhead fixtures. The convention environment is visible in the defocused background, where other attendees and exhibition spaces recede into the middle distance. The photograph exemplifies the collaborative documentation practice at Vienna Comic Con, where enthusiastic participants engage willingly with the photographer to create portraits that celebrate character interpretation and creative expression within the contemporary cosplay community. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying Ezio Auditore from the Assassin's Creed video game series stands in profile against a dark promotional banner featuring the text "BIS EINER WEINT" and a stylized reptilian eye. The costume showcases the character's iconic white hooded robes with red trim and shoulder armor, meticulously reproduced in fabric and leather. Captured at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, the composition juxtaposes the detailed Renaissance-era assassin garb against contemporary convention infrastructure, while dramatic lighting emphasizes the texture and construction of the handcrafted costume elements. The photographer's documentation represents the intersection of gaming culture and performance art within the Comic Con environment. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A large-scale Totoro mascot costume stands prominently in the foreground, featuring characteristic grey and cream fur, exaggerated teeth, and whiskers, with an orange sash reading "eatcookies.be.happy" draped across its torso. The scene documents VIECC 2025 at Vienna Comic Con, where attendees visible in the middle ground browse vendor tables displaying colorful merchandise beneath decorative garland strung along the white walls. The composition captures the intersection of Japanese pop culture fandom and commercial exhibition space, with the mascot serving as both entertainment and promotional presence within the convention's bustling vendor hall environment. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A bearded individual wearing glasses and a white chef's hat stands centered in a kitchen or preparation area, dressed in a turquoise cardigan over a white apron with yellow and pink horizontal stripes, secured by a bright pink waist apron with black button details. Behind the subject, decorative elements include a gingerbread cookie garland strung horizontally and a red banner reading "Wiener Frauenhäuser" (Vienna Women's Shelters), suggesting charitable or community engagement at VIECC 2025. The fluorescent lighting and institutional kitchen equipment frame a cosplay interpretation blending culinary aesthetics with the event's celebratory atmosphere of creative self-expression and fandom culture documented at https://www.seirer-photography.com/blog/i-went-to-viecc-2025-and-all-i-got-were-amazing-photos-and-sore-feet. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A synchronized martial arts demonstration unfolds on a black performance floor at VIECC 2025, Vienna's Comic Con, where nine practitioners in traditional white doboks execute a coordinated kata. The performers, distinguished by red and black belts, extend their arms in unified striking positions while maintaining parallel stances. Two vertical black pillars frame the stage against neutral gray walls, establishing a formal exhibition space. The theatrical lighting emphasizes the crisp white uniforms against the dark flooring, while the disciplined formation and simultaneous movements demonstrate technical precision characteristic of taekwondo or karate performance demonstrations within the convention's diverse programming of martial arts exhibitions and cultural displays. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A martial arts demonstration unfolds on the exhibition floor at VIECC 2025, photographed from an elevated vantage point that emphasizes the dynamic composition of performers in white uniforms (dobok) executing synchronized kicks and movements. The motion blur of the central figures contrasts with the static observers in the background, creating a sense of kinetic energy against the industrial architecture of the Vienna convention center. The overhead perspective captures both the geometric arrangement of participants and the relationship between performers and spectators, documenting one of the diverse activities programming the comic con event beyond traditional cosplay and exhibition spaces. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two martial artists in white uniforms execute dynamic capoeira movements on a dark practice mat, their bodies suspended mid-motion in acrobatic kicks at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The wide-angle perspective from floor level emphasizes the athletes' athleticism against the industrial venue architecture of concrete pillars and metal grating, while additional practitioners in white gis observe from the background. The composition captures the demonstration's kinetic energy through the subjects' synchronized positioning and the contrast between their white uniforms and the dark flooring, documenting the diverse programming beyond traditional cosplay and exhibitor halls at the Vienna Comic Con event. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a Mandalorian warrior in distinctive yellow and black armor stands prominently in the foreground, holding a blaster rifle, their helmet featuring the characteristic T-shaped visor with bold striping. The photograph employs shallow depth of field, isolating the armored figure against softly blurred attendees and the industrial ceiling of the Vienna Comic Con venue, where overhead lighting creates a bokeh effect. The cosplay demonstrates detailed construction with textured plating and coordinated color blocking, exemplifying the craftsmanship displayed at VIECC 2025, documented as part of Michael Seirer's photographic coverage of fan culture and creative community gathering at the Austrian convention. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying Captain Jack Sparrow from Pirates of the Caribbean stands in theatrical pose within the exhibition hall of VIECC 2025 Vienna Comic Con, arms outstretched with a green bottle held in the left hand. The costume features characteristic elements including dreadlocked hair with beads and fabric wraps, tricorn hat, layered period garments with billowing cream sleeves, and weathered accessories. Industrial ceiling infrastructure and white curved set pieces frame the figure against the convention floor, where other attendees are visible in the background, capturing the immersive performance aspect of cosplay culture at this annual Viennese fan convention. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two cosplayers stand in three-quarter poses on the exhibition floor of VIECC 2025 in Vienna, portraying characters in complementary costumes of deep red and purple hues. The figure on the left wears an elaborate horned headdress and crimson bodysuit with flowing cape, while their companion holds a book and staff, dressed in layered purple and brown garments. The convention center's industrial ceiling structure of black geometric beams and suspended lighting creates strong linear elements above the figures, while other attendees populate the background space. The polished floor surface reflects overhead lights, establishing depth in the architectural environment of this Vienna Comic Con gathering. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portrays a tiefling or demon character at VIECC 2025, photographed from a low angle against the industrial ceiling of the Vienna Comic Con venue. The costume features magenta-toned body paint, prominent curved horns, metallic armor plates across the shoulders and torso, and a black and red garment. The convention center's overhead lighting creates strong highlights on the armor's reflective surfaces, while the blurred background reveals typical exhibition hall infrastructure and attendees. The composition emphasizes the sculptural qualities of the handcrafted armor pieces and the theatrical presentation characteristic of high-effort cosplay at European fan conventions. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character in layered Renaissance-inspired costume stands beneath industrial convention hall architecture at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The subject, photographed at eye level, extends one hand toward the camera in a beckoning gesture while wearing a purple doublet with brown leather shoulder pauldrons and distinctive tassel details. Overhead lighting from the venue's exposed ceiling structure illuminates the scene, with blurred attendees visible in the background, capturing the documentary nature of convention floor photography where cosplayers actively engage with photographers who have requested permission to document their interpretative work. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer at VIECC 2025 stands centered in the convention hall, wearing an elaborate costume featuring an ornate headpiece adorned with metallic starbursts, pearl strands, and white feathers extending from both sides. A white lace blindfold obscures the eyes, while black and magenta-streaked hair frames the face. The costume incorporates baroque decorative elements including jeweled embellishments at the neck and a white feather accent at the shoulder. Industrial ceiling fixtures and ambient convention lighting create depth in the background, while the shallow depth of field isolates the subject from other attendees visible in the softly blurred space behind. 
Horned forest-spirit cosplayer with antler headdress at VIECC Vienna Comic Con 2025 A cosplayer in a horned forest-spirit costume with black-and-yellow painted face features poses on the exhibition floor at VIECC Vienna Comic Con 2025 in Vienna, Austria, in November 2025. The costume combines natural antlers, a pine-cone-covered headdress and waist-length red and black dreadlocks strung with wooden beads and talismans. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two cosplayers stand in heroic poses beneath the industrial ceiling of VIECC 2025, their costumes featuring contrasting black and cream color schemes with military-inspired details including gold buttons and structured collars. The figure on the left displays platinum-white styled hair, while the right figure presents long black hair with distinctive teal gradient extensions. Both subjects gaze directly toward the camera with confident expressions, their positioning and matching aesthetic suggesting coordinated character portrayals. The convention hall's exposed beam infrastructure and ambient lighting create a documentary context for this formal portrait composition, photographed by Michael Seirer Photography at the Vienna Comic Con event. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character with distinctive white and black two-toned hair poses in the foreground of the VIECC 2025 convention hall, wearing an elaborate costume featuring metallic gold shoulder armor and a dark collar adorned with a red and black butterfly or bow motif. The composition places the subject centrally against the industrial architecture of the Vienna venue, with overhead lighting fixtures and blurred attendees visible in the background. The portrait demonstrates the documentary approach taken throughout the event, capturing the craftsmanship and performative aspects of convention culture while maintaining direct eye contact with the camera. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character in a dark military-style uniform with golden buttons stands in a low-angle composition against an industrial ceiling structure with exposed beams and lighting. The subject wears a long black wig with bangs and a white streak, holds a katana-style sword horizontally across the frame, and gazes directly at the camera with a composed expression. Photographed at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, the convention center's architectural elements provide textural depth to the portrait, while the upward angle emphasizes the theatrical presence of the costume interpretation. The controlled indoor lighting creates subtle highlights on the fabric and hair, characteristic of convention floor portraiture. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two cosplayers pose in coordinated French-themed costumes at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con, wearing matching red berets, black and white striped shirts, and holding baguettes in diagonal shoulder bags. The woman on the left wears red-framed sunglasses while her companion wears round dark sunglasses, both incorporating red gingham neckerchiefs into their outfits. The convention hall setting is visible in the background with attendees and exhibition spaces, the industrial ceiling with exposed beams and lighting fixtures prominent above. The composition centers the pair against the neutral interior, their theatrical costumes creating a playful homage to stereotypical French cultural iconography within the cosplay community at the Vienna comic convention. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A sculptural display piece featuring a stylized skull-headed figure mounted on wheeled blue platform, photographed against a dark exhibition surface at VIECC 2025 Vienna Comic Con. The silver metallic helmet with glowing red eyes sits atop a white skeletal torso emerging from a red-and-white striped base, with decorative chain attachments creating dynamic visual tension. The object exemplifies the convergence of pop culture aesthetics and artistic craftsmanship typical of convention exhibition spaces, where vendors and artists display both commercial merchandise and custom artistic interpretations of genre fiction motifs. The shallow depth of field isolates the piece from its surroundings while maintaining clarity of the sculptural details. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer in golden-yellow attire performs on the illuminated stage at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con, holding a prop overhead in a dramatic pose before a seated audience. The industrial exhibition hall features exposed geometric ceiling structures with spherical lighting fixtures, while spectators occupy tiered seating in the dimmed background. Strong theatrical spotlight creates a pronounced glow effect behind the performer, emphasizing the theatrical presentation characteristic of the PAN book stage programming documented throughout the event. The composition captures the performative intersection of cosplay culture and literary interpretation within the convention's dedicated performance space. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer in sunglasses, dark graphic t-shirt, and leather pants engages with seated audience members in the foreground during what appears to be a performance or presentation at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The subject extends their hand toward attendees along the edge of a black stage floor, while spectators line barriers in the background under industrial ceiling architecture with triangular lighting fixtures. The photograph documents interactive fan engagement at the Vienna Comic Con, capturing the informal exchange between performer and audience that characterizes convention culture, with the photographer's positioning at floor level emphasizing the immediacy of the moment. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Three costumed performers occupy a darkened stage at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con, positioned against tall black PA speaker columns that frame the composition. The theatrical lighting creates dramatic red accent tones across the black floor while illuminating the performers in colorful period-style costumes—one figure holds what appears to be a stringed instrument, while the central character in vibrant red stands beside a third performer in brown leather attire. The staging suggests a literary performance or theatrical reading, with minimal props and a portrait visible in the background, characteristic of the PAN book stage programming documented throughout the event at Reed Messe Wien. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two cosplayers engage in choreographed combat with foam prop weapons on a dark stage floor at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con. The figure in yellow costume executes a dynamic lunge position while wielding an extended staff weapon, while their opponent in darker attire mirrors the movement from the left. Dramatic side lighting casts elongated shadows across the black performance space, with vertical architectural elements and subtle red accent lighting visible in the background, creating a theatrical atmosphere for this demonstration of staged fight choreography within the convention's performance programming. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 At the VIECC 2025 Vienna Comic Con, performers hold a dark banner bearing the word "ZENSIERT" (censored) during what appears to be a staged reading or theatrical presentation. The scene, photographed on an elevated stage platform, shows multiple costumed participants in period-style dress positioned around the banner, with abstract architectural set pieces and lighting visible in the background. The composition captures a moment of performative protest or commentary, likely from one of the PAN book stage readings documented at the event, with the central banner creating a strong horizontal element across the lower portion of the frame while performers engage with the audience space beyond. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Three cosplayers portray fantasy characters from Tolkien's literary universe at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con, positioned in a linear arrangement beneath industrial ceiling architecture with corrugated metal panels and skylights. The leftmost figure wears an elven costume with silver circlet and flowing white garments, the central cosplayer presents in medieval-inspired green and earth-toned layered fabrics with dark hair, while the rightmost participant embodies a wizard character with pointed hat, lengthy grey beard, and wooden staff. Natural light from overhead glazing creates even illumination across the trio, who stand before white paneled walls in what appears to be a convention corridor or exhibition space. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portrays a medieval fantasy character at VIECC 2025, Vienna's Comic Con event, wearing a forest-green velvet overdress with laced bodice over an olive undergown, complemented by an ornate silver leaf-motif circlet and layered necklaces. The portrait composition employs shallow depth of field against the convention center's industrial architecture, with geometric window frames creating soft, diffused backlighting that emphasizes the subject's direct gaze toward the camera. The costume's earthy palette and Renaissance-inspired styling suggest an elven or woodland realm character, representative of the fantasy genre cosplay prevalent at European fan conventions. Photographed by Michael Seirer Photography at https://www.seirer-photography.com/blog/i-went-to-viecc-2025-and-all-i-got-were-amazing-photos-and-sore-feet 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying an elven character poses in three-quarter view against an industrial-style interior with geometric window frames at VIECC 2025. The subject wears a white garment with lace detailing and an ornamental circlet, with soft natural light illuminating the face and creating gentle shadows that emphasize the ethereal quality of the costume. The shallow depth of field isolates the figure from the architectural background, while delicate jewelry pieces including layered necklaces complete the fantasy aesthetic. The composition exemplifies portrait documentation of cosplay artistry at Vienna Comic Con, where attendees granted permission for photography as part of the event's creative community atmosphere. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying Gandalf the Grey stands beneath the angular steel and glass architecture of the Vienna Comic Con venue, photographed from a low angle that emphasizes the iconic pointed wizard's hat against the geometric framework of the ceiling. The costume features flowing grey hair and beard, grey robes, and a carved wooden staff held prominently in the left portion of the frame, recreating the beloved character from Tolkien's literary universe. The convention center's modern industrial structure creates a striking juxtaposition with the fantasy aesthetic, while natural light filtering through the glass panels illuminates the subject's facial features and textile details of the costume at VIECC 2025. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two cosplayers wearing silver elvish circlets and matching green velvet cloaks stand side by side at VIECC 2025, Vienna's Comic Con event, their expressions conveying joy and camaraderie. The woman on the left displays pointed prosthetic ears consistent with fantasy character portrayal, while both subjects face the camera directly in a conventional portrait arrangement. Industrial exhibition hall architecture remains visible in the defocused background, establishing the convention setting where cosplayers, artists, and exhibitors gather. The photograph exemplifies the documentary approach to capturing cosplay culture and fan community interactions at European popular culture conventions. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Elijah Wood in an olive-green utility shirt holds a microphone while addressing an audience at VIECC 2025, Vienna's Comic Con event, photographed during the PAN book stage programming. The subject is captured in three-quarter profile, gaze directed off-frame to the right, with tropical foliage visible in the soft-focus background and water bottles positioned on the table surface before him. Warm incandescent lighting creates dimensional modeling across the face and upper torso, while the shallow depth of field isolates the speaker from the ambient convention environment, documenting the author presentation and interview format central to this programming segment at the Vienna International Comics & Entertainment Convention. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A panel discussion unfolds on the PAN book stage at VIECC 2025, featuring Elijah Wood seated in black leather chairs against a backdrop of decorative palm plants and natural bamboo screening. The interviewer on the right, wearing a blue patterned dress, holds reading materials while engaged with the casually-dressed guest on the left. Stage lighting illuminates the scene from above, casting defined shadows from the foliage while silhouetted audience members occupy the foreground, creating depth through layered spatial zones. The intimate staging arrangement facilitates direct dialogue between participants, characteristic of author readings and literary interviews at Vienna Comic Con's dedicated book programming space. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A panel discussion unfolds on an elevated stage at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, photographed from within the audience silhouettes that occupy the lower third of the frame. Two speakers are seated in conversation beneath warm stage lighting, flanked by decorative palm plants and contemporary seating arrangements, while a moderator in blue stands at right near presentation screens. The shallow depth of field isolates the stage activities from the crowd, emphasizing the formal structure of this literary or creative industry discussion typical of the convention's professional programming track. The compositional framing through audience heads establishes the viewer's position as participant-observer within the Comic Con's community gathering. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A panel discussion unfolds at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, where Elijah Wood in an olive-green shirt gestures while holding a microphone, seated against a backdrop of lush green plants and warm pink and orange walls. The interviewer, a blonde woman in a vibrant blue patterned top, faces him from the right side of the frame, partially visible. The composition places the speaker in sharp focus on the left, with a water bottle visible near him, while the colorful stage setting creates distinct zones of foliage and painted surfaces. The scene documents a moment from the PAN book stage programming, capturing the intimate exchange between interviewer and subject during the Comic Con event. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A profile portrait of a cosplayer in character, photographed against a darkened background with scattered bokeh lights at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The subject wears a lavender hooded garment and silver-white styled wig, with dramatic makeup including a crystalline facial embellishment below the eye. The composition emphasizes the angular profile and theatrical costume elements, with warm ambient lighting creating subtle highlights along the hood's fabric folds. The shallow depth of field isolates the figure from the convention hall environment, transforming documentary photography into character study. The image exemplifies the craftsmanship and dedication present in contemporary cosplay culture at European fan conventions. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer at VIECC 2025 presents a handcrafted cat mask with distinctive oversized eyes and pink-tipped ears, paired with an oversized yellow foam prop resembling a banana. The composition centers on the mid-torso, capturing the juxtaposition between the white sculptural mask and the bright yellow accessory against dark clothing. The indoor convention lighting illuminates the mask's three-dimensional form and painted details, while the photographer's watermark appears in the lower right corner. The image documents the playful, creative interpretations characteristic of Vienna Comic Con's cosplay culture, where attendees combine sculptural costume elements with prop work to create whimsical character presentations. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A sculptural installation of a pink anatomical dog figure rests on the hood of a dark blue vehicle at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, demonstrating the integration of exhibition design with automotive display. The hyperrealistic canine form, rendered in translucent pink resin revealing skeletal and muscular systems, creates a striking juxtaposition against the polished vehicle surface and yellow-and-black hazard striping at the bumper. The installation exemplifies the convention's embrace of alternative artistic media beyond traditional cosplay and illustration, utilizing automotive space as an unconventional exhibition platform for anatomical art or themed vehicle customization within the Comic Con environment. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A detail view reveals the engine compartment of a yellow sports car, its hood raised to display mechanical components alongside an incongruous red beverage can positioned prominently within the engine bay. The high-gloss yellow bodywork frames the composition, with chrome and red engine parts visible beneath, while blue bodywork elements appear at the lower left edge. Photographed at VIECC 2025 (Vienna Comic Con), this image documents the exhibition culture where automotive display intersects with pop culture fandom, the beverage can suggesting either promotional integration or playful juxtaposition within the convention's creative environment. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A panel discussion unfolds on the main stage at VIECC 2025 (Vienna Comic Con), with three seated participants in black leather jackets positioned on modern furniture and a standing moderator addressing them from the right. The composition features the illuminated VIECC logo backdrop against a deep red cosmic design, establishing the formal presentation setting. Stage lighting creates dimensional contrast between the speakers and the background, while a small decorative display piece rests on the platform between the panelists. The spatial arrangement follows conventional interview format, with the moderator holding a microphone and engaging the seated guests in what appears to be a creator or industry discussion panel. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A speaker is photographed in medium close-up against an illuminated backdrop displaying partial lettering "VIEC" at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The subject, wearing a dark baseball cap and blue plaid flannel shirt over a navy hoodie, is positioned in a three-quarter view with hands clasped at chest level, seated in what appears to be a stage interview or panel setting. Warm theatrical lighting creates a golden amber glow across the background signage, contrasting with the cooler tones of the subject's attire. The composition suggests a formal presentation context within the Vienna Comic Con's programming of author interviews and panel discussions. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer wearing distinctive cat-ear headphones with illuminated cyan accents poses in the exhibition hall at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, captured in sharp focus against deliberately blurred background lights. The subject wears a black face mask and knit beanie beneath the headphones, with long dark hair cascading over a garment featuring graphic design elements. The composition employs shallow depth of field to isolate the figure within the convention space, while the bokeh of exhibition lighting creates luminous spheres throughout the darkened industrial venue architecture, emphasizing the atmospheric conditions typical of indoor convention photography. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A panel discussion unfolds on the PAN book stage at VIECC 2025, featuring two participants seated on dark upholstered furniture against a backdrop of tropical plants and textured acoustic paneling. The speaker on the left, wearing a light blue t-shirt, holds a microphone while gesturing mid-conversation, his expression animated and engaged. His interlocutor, partially visible on the right in an orange-brown shirt, mirrors this setup with his own microphone. The shallow depth of field and warm lighting create an intimate documentary atmosphere, characteristic of the author interview and reading sessions that formed a central component of the Vienna Comic Con programming photographed for https://www.seirer-photography.com/blog/i-went-to-viecc-2025-and-all-i-got-were-amazing-photos-and-sore-feet. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A panel participant seated in a black leather armchair addresses an audience during a stage event at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, microphone in hand, wearing a light blue t-shirt and jeans with a yellow wristband visible. The subject gestures expressively mid-speech, positioned against a textured golden backdrop with tropical foliage visible to the left. Dramatic stage lighting creates pronounced shadows across the wall, while the composition captures the intimate documentary style characteristic of the PAN book stage programming photographed by Michael Seirer Photography at this comic con and pop culture convention. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A speaker addresses an audience from a seated position at the VIECC 2025 PAN book stage, holding a microphone in his right hand while gesturing with his left. The subject, wearing a light blue t-shirt and denim jeans, is photographed in three-quarter profile against a warm golden backdrop, with tropical foliage visible in the upper left corner. The composition captures an intimate moment of literary discussion, characteristic of the author interviews and stage readings that formed part of the Vienna Comic Con programming. The lighting emphasizes the conversational nature of the panel format, with the speaker's engaged posture and hand gestures suggesting active dialogue with the audience. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A wide-angle view from the center aisle documents a panel discussion or reading in progress at VIECC 2025, with audience members seated in rows flanking both sides of the walkway. The stage area features a large projection screen displaying animated content, while the speakers or panelists are positioned beneath against a backdrop of decorative plants. Dramatic magenta and blue theatrical lighting saturates the venue walls, creating strong color gradients that contrast with the silhouetted audience figures in the foreground. The composition emphasizes the centralized perspective of event photography, capturing both the scale of the Vienna Comic Con gathering and the intimate focus directed toward the PAN book stage programming. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A speaker gestures with an open palm while holding a microphone in an interview setting at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con, seated in a modern upholstered chair against a backdrop of potted plants and woven panels. The subject wears a light blue t-shirt and denim, captured mid-sentence in animated conversation with an interviewer partially visible in the right foreground. Stage lighting creates warm tones across the scene, characteristic of the PAN book stage programming documented throughout this series. The composition emphasizes the dynamic exchange between participants, with the speaker's expressive body language central to the frame's narrative energy. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A middle-aged man with graying hair and beard sits in a dark upholstered chair against a backdrop featuring decorative panels and large potted plants with broad green leaves. He wears a casual gray-blue t-shirt and adopts a relaxed posture with one arm resting on the chair's armrest, his expression conveying approachability during what appears to be a stage interview or panel discussion. The warm, controlled lighting creates a professional atmosphere typical of the PAN book stage readings at VIECC 2025, where authors and creators engaged with audiences throughout the Vienna Comic Con event. The composition emphasizes the informal yet structured nature of these literary presentations within the broader convention setting. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Three cosplayers stand in formation against a darkened corridor with corrugated metal walls at VIECC 2025, Vienna's Comic Con event. The composition positions a figure in an elaborate white and blue costume with horned mask on the left, a central figure in ornate golden and black regalia with feathered embellishments, and a figure in pink and white magical girl-style costume with platform boots on the right. Dramatic lighting from above creates strong contrast against the industrial setting, emphasizing the sculptural qualities of their costumes and the theatrical nature of convention photography, where attendees collaborate with photographers to document their craftsmanship and character interpretations within the temporary community spaces of fan culture. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character with distinctive pink hair styled in a short bob adorned with large coral-pink ribbon bows poses against the darkened background of the Vienna Comic Con exhibition hall. The subject wears a white period-style dress with puffed sleeves and lace trim, complemented by a red choker necklace with pendant, creating a deliberate contrast with the soft pastel tones of the wig and accessories. The shallow depth of field isolates the figure from the blurred convention space behind, where overhead lighting fixtures punctuate the darkness, while the frontal composition and direct gaze establish clear engagement between subject and photographer at VIECC 2025. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portrays a character in elaborate costume featuring a brown and gold color scheme, positioned beneath an ornate parasol with amber-toned ruffled trim. The composition captures the subject in a dynamic upward gesture, their blonde wig and richly detailed garment—adorned with blue gemstone embellishments and white lace accents—visible against the dark ceiling of the exhibition hall at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The overhead lighting illuminates the parasol's translucent fabric while leaving the background in shadow, creating dramatic contrast that emphasizes the theatrical nature of the costume performance. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character with distinctive white hair and ornamental horn-like protrusions poses with hands raised to the face in a contemplative gesture. The subject wears wire-rimmed glasses and a pale garment with flowing sleeves, photographed against a darkened background that isolates the figure dramatically. The composition employs theatrical lighting that emphasizes the sculptural quality of the costume elements and the performer's facial expression, characteristic of convention floor portraiture at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The purple forehead marking and turquoise-to-violet gradient coloring on the horn elements suggest careful attention to character-specific details in the cosplay construction. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 An artist in a navy jacket and glasses works on a large-scale portrait illustration at VIECC 2025, Vienna's Comic Con event, adding fine details to an intricate black-and-white character study rendered on paper with pink gradient accents. The composition shows the creator in right profile, pen in hand, while the artwork displays elaborate patterning and technical linework characteristic of comic illustration. Behind the primary work surface, additional portfolio pieces and convention artwork populate the booth walls, documenting the collaborative creative atmosphere where exhibitors demonstrate their craft directly to attendees at the Messe Wien venue. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer embodying a monstrous character dominates the lower portion of the frame, photographed from an elevated vantage point within the VIECC 2025 convention center in Vienna. The costume features exaggerated anatomical elements including prominent golden teeth, red scaled skin, and horn-like protrusions, with careful attention to textural contrast between smooth and rough surfaces. The industrial architecture of the venue—visible escalators, metal railings, and overhead lighting infrastructure—frames the figure against convention attendees in the background, creating a juxtaposition between theatrical fantasy craft and the mundane exhibition space. The low-angle perspective emphasizes the imposing nature of the costume construction while documenting the immersive character work characteristic of contemporary cosplay culture. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Elevated vantage point reveals the expansive vendor hall of VIECC 2025 at the Vienna Comic Con, with numerous exhibition booths arranged in parallel rows across the convention floor. Concentrated pools of artificial light illuminate individual vendor stalls displaying merchandise, artwork, and collectibles, while clusters of attendees navigate the aisles between displays. The "MEDUSA" booth signage is visible in the middle distance, surrounded by clothing racks and product tables, demonstrating the dense commercial layout characteristic of fan convention marketplace spaces. The overhead perspective emphasizes the scale of the gathering and the organized chaos of convention commerce, documenting the intersection of fandom culture and retail activity. 
Hip-hop Stormtrooper cosplayers with blue armor and boom box at VIECC 2025 Vienna Three cosplayers in customized Star Wars stormtrooper armor pose in hip-hop styling on the exhibition floor at VIECC Vienna Comic Con 2025 in Vienna, Austria. The centre cosplayer wears metallic blue chrome armor and carries a matching blue boom box with an illuminated graphic equalizer display. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A shallow depth of field isolates a display of kawaii-style keychains and charms suspended from hooks at VIECC 2025, Vienna's Comic Con event. The foreground features plush character charms including purple and grey creatures with simple facial features, alongside translucent acrylic accessories in pink and iridescent finishes, with golden decorative elements visible on chains above. The compressed perspective and selective focus create layers of bokeh in both foreground and background, emphasizing the dense, colorful merchandise typical of convention vendor displays, while warm ambient lighting enhances the metallic and translucent qualities of the accessories documenting the commercial and collectible culture central to fan conventions. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A moderator stands at the center of the frame holding a microphone and tablet displaying the VIECC logo, positioned against a backdrop of saturated magenta and blue-violet lighting typical of convention stage environments. She wears an embroidered blue garment and engages with an off-camera audience, her stance and expression suggesting active facilitation of a panel discussion or interview. The shallow depth of field isolates her figure against defocused tropical foliage and geometric stage elements, while professional key lighting models her features distinctly against the chromatic background. The composition documents the infrastructural presentation format characteristic of VIECC 2025's literary programming at Vienna Comic Con. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A seated interview subject holds a microphone while engaging with an off-camera audience during a panel discussion at VIECC 2025's PAN book stage. The composition places the speaker against a neutral backdrop with architectural texture and decorative foliage, while a teal-upholstered seating area and water bottle establish the casual interview setting. Natural warmth characterizes the lighting, which models the speaker's animated expression and relaxed posture in navy jacket and mint shirt. The frame captures a moment of candid interaction typical of convention programming, where authors and creators engage directly with attendees in Vienna's Comic Con venue. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character wielding an elaborate oversized prop weapon system dominates the lower portion of the frame, photographed from an elevated perspective within the industrial exhibition hall of VIECC 2025. The costume features segmented armor in grey, black, and red tones, while the exaggerated chainsaw-like implements—rendered in metallic silver with pronounced teeth—extend dramatically into the composition. The venue's exposed steel framework, overhead lighting rigs, and surrounding attendees establish the convention environment, with the low angle emphasizing the theatrical scale of the fabricated armaments against the architectural elements above. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two cosplayers stand in close formation within the exhibition hall of VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con, positioned against the industrial architecture of exposed ceiling trusses and overhead lighting. The left figure presents vibrant magenta-pink hair and a red leather jacket over white garment, while the right figure displays long blue hair styled in braids, wearing a black halter costume with yellow accent detail. The composition employs frontal perspective with shallow depth of field, isolating the subjects from the softly blurred convention floor environment behind them, while balanced studio-style lighting illuminates their faces and costumes evenly against the darker architectural framework. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two cosplayers stand back-to-back in a convention hall, positioned centrally within the frame against a backdrop of ambient lighting and attendees. The figure on the left wears a vibrant red jacket with a spiral emblem on the shoulder and sports magenta hair, while the figure on the right, with long blue hair, is dressed in black tactical attire and holds a golden-accented prop weapon. The industrial ceiling architecture and dispersed overhead lighting create a professional event atmosphere characteristic of VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The composition emphasizes the collaborative nature of cosplay portraiture, with both subjects displaying confident poses that reference their respective character interpretations. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a creature character stands in dramatic pose with arms raised, their elaborate costume featuring textured bark-like appendages, a luminous spiral motif on the torso, and a mask with glowing yellow apertures crowned by orange flame-like protrusions. Atmospheric smoke or vapor billows from the headpiece, creating a dynamic effect against the convention hall's industrial ceiling and overhead lighting. The composition captures the performer mid-gesture within the crowded exhibition floor at VIECC 2025 Vienna Comic Con, demonstrating the elaborate costume fabrication and performance aspects central to cosplay culture. The low angle emphasizes the theatrical presentation while background attendees provide scale and context for the convention environment. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two cosplayers in elaborate nature-inspired costumes stand side by side within the convention hall at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The figure on the left embodies an autumnal forest deity with branching antlers, textured brown and orange fiber work suggesting bark and flame, while the right figure represents spring growth in verdant green body paint, flowing fabric, and a crown of colorful artificial flowers. Industrial ceiling fixtures and blurred attendees in the background establish the convention center setting, while the subjects' forward-facing poses and proximity to the camera suggest willing participation in this documentary portrait of cosplay craftsmanship at the Vienna Comic Con event. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a fantasy character stands in the exhibition hall of VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con, wearing an elaborate brown hat adorned with multiple yellow-eyed mask creatures in blue and red. The subject holds an oversized illuminated prop resembling a glowing pink lightbulb, creating a striking focal point against the brown cloak costume and matching yellow-eyed mask. The composition captures the theatrical presentation typical of convention cosplay photography, with the exhibition floor visible in the soft-focused background, documenting the creative craftsmanship and performative aspects of fan culture at Vienna's premier comics and popular culture gathering. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character in a large brown wide-brimmed hat and yellow cat-like eye accessories poses at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con. The composition centers on the subject's upward gaze, with a plush character figure perched atop the oversized hat, creating a vertical arrangement that emphasizes the costume's layered construction. The blue and brown color scheme of the garment contrasts with the purple and yellow tones of both the plush accessory and face decorations, while soft indoor lighting illuminates the subject against the convention floor's blurred background. The photograph documents the detailed craftwork typical of fan costume culture at European comic conventions. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying the character Peridot from the animated series "Steven Universe" stands in sharp focus against the convention hall setting of VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The costume features characteristic elements including green body paint, a blonde triangular wig with white fur trim, yellow visor, and a teal bodysuit with a yellow star emblem. The subject's pose, with crossed arms, references the character's iconic demeanor, while the industrial ceiling infrastructure and blurred attendees in the background establish the bustling convention environment. Overhead lighting creates bright highlights on the wig's synthetic fibers, emphasizing the textural contrast between the soft white fur and the rigid geometric shapes of the costume design. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A group of cosplayers assembled in coordinated red, black, and white costumes stands in formation on the convention floor at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The ensemble features interpretations of Harley Quinn and related characters from DC Comics, with varied styling approaches ranging from classic harlequin patterns to contemporary adaptations, demonstrating the breadth of character interpretation within cosplay culture. The industrial venue setting with its concrete floors and ambient lighting provides a neutral backdrop that emphasizes the bold color palette and theatrical presentation of the group, while attendees visible in the background suggest the active convention environment. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Three cosplayers stand side by side in a convention hall environment, documented at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The leftmost figure wears a pale blue dress with white accents, the central figure is dressed in a long white coat with dark inner garments and wears distinctive red facial markings, while the rightmost figure sports a pink feathered boa over striped leggings and blonde styling. The industrial ceiling structure with exposed beams and overhead lighting creates a utilitarian backdrop characteristic of large-scale exhibition spaces, while the subjects face the camera in a standard posed arrangement typical of convention floor photography. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Three cosplayers pose in a convention hall at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con, demonstrating distinct character interpretations and costume craft. The leftmost figure wears a light blue period dress, the center figure displays pink hair and elaborate black-and-white costume with facial markings suggesting a One Piece character interpretation, while the rightmost figure sports platinum blonde hair, pink-tinted sunglasses, and a vibrant pink feather boa over an open vest. The industrial ceiling with exposed lighting and blurred attendees in the background establish the convention environment, while the subjects' direct engagement with the camera demonstrates the collaborative documentation practice common to fan convention photography. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character with distinctive pink hair and facial markings poses with hands forming a symbolic gesture at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The composition centers the subject against the convention hall's industrial ceiling with overhead lighting, while the costume features black and white garments with strapped details and bands around the arms. The theatrical makeup includes bold geometric patterns across the forehead and chin, and another costumed attendee is visible in soft focus in the background, illustrating the dense creative atmosphere of the Comic Con event documented by Michael Seirer Photography. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer in vibrant pink feathered boa and matching costume gestures dynamically toward the camera, their extended hand suggesting playful engagement with the photographer. The subject wears a blonde wig and reflective sunglasses, white vest with black detailing, creating a flamboyant persona characteristic of convention culture. Shot against the darkened exhibition hall backdrop of VIECC 2025 in Vienna, the controlled lighting isolates the performer against the venue's ceiling infrastructure, emphasizing the theatrical nature of cosplay portraiture. The composition captures the collaborative spirit between photographer and subject, exemplifying the consensual documentation practices central to contemporary fan convention photography. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying Belle from Disney's Beauty and the Beast is photographed in mid-length portrait format against the blurred interior of the Vienna Comic Con venue. The subject wears Belle's characteristic blue peasant dress over a white collared blouse, with her brown hair styled partially back, engaging directly with the camera with an animated expression. The shallow depth of field isolates the figure against the convention hall's indistinct background of overhead lighting and distant attendees, while warm artificial illumination models the facial features. The composition exemplifies the documentary portrait style prevalent at VIECC 2025, capturing the enthusiastic participation of cosplayers in the event's fan culture community. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer embodies Doflamingo from One Piece, positioned centrally within the exhibition hall at VIECC 2025 Vienna Comic Con. The subject wears characteristic pink feather boa over a cream-colored open shirt, blonde styled wig, and distinctive sunglasses while holding a small plush companion. The composition employs sharp frontal lighting that emphasizes the vibrant magenta plumage against the darkened convention background, where out-of-focus attendees and overhead fixtures recede into shallow depth of field. The theatrical costume demonstrates the detailed character interpretation typical of cosplay culture, with the subject's direct gaze toward the camera suggesting a collaborative portrait moment documented during the February 2025 event. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character from The Legend of Zelda series stands in a low-angle composition at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con, holding an elaborately crafted foam or resin Master Sword aloft while displaying a weathered shield across their torso. The participant wears a turquoise tunic characteristic of Link's iconic costume, positioned against the convention center's industrial ceiling with recessed lighting creating a dramatic backdrop. The photographer's upward perspective emphasizes the prop weaponry and the cosplayer's confident stance, documenting the craftsmanship and performance aspects central to convention culture. Shot by Michael Seirer Photography at the Vienna International Exhibitor and Comic Con event, highlighting the intersection of gaming fandom and costume fabrication. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two cosplayers pose in three-quarter stance within the VIECC 2025 venue halls, each wearing elaborate fairy costumes with translucent wings—one in turquoise and blue, the other in pink and purple tones. Both figures hold small props at chest level in mirrored gestures, their layered tulle skirts and fitted bodices creating a symmetrical visual composition against the dark industrial flooring and glass architectural elements. Overhead lighting illuminates the iridescent wing details and metallic accents of their costumes, while the background reveals the convention center's modern interior with reflective surfaces and ambient convention activity. The photograph documents the participatory cosplay culture characteristic of Vienna's annual Comic Con gathering. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A bespectacled attendee at VIECC 2025 presents fantasy cosplay attire consisting of a burgundy doublet with prominent button detailing, earth-toned hooded cloak, and cream-colored undergarment sleeves, while holding what appears to be a wooden wand or staff implement near his face in a theatrical gesture. The composition places the subject in sharp focus against the deliberately softened convention hall environment, where other attendees and colorful vendor displays recede into the background blur. Overhead venue lighting creates even illumination across the subject's face and costume elements, characteristic of the Vienna Comic Con's exhibition space documentation during this 2025 edition of the annual fan culture gathering. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer stands centered in the expansive exhibition hall of VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con, wearing an elaborate black costume featuring dramatic feathered wings extending horizontally from their arms. The figure is dressed in dark Gothic attire with ornate detailing, positioned against the polished floor that reflects the overhead industrial lighting of the convention center. Behind them, the hall stretches into the distance with scattered booths and attendees visible in the background, while the symmetrical composition emphasizes the wingspan and theatrical presence of the costume against the utilitarian architecture of the venue space. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer embodying a dark fantasy character is photographed from a low angle within the exhibition hall of VIECC 2025, their elaborate black costume featuring dramatic wing-like structures, ornate feathered elements, and layered textile components with metallic embellishments. The upward gaze and dramatic posture suggest a theatrical performance aesthetic, while the industrial ceiling with exposed lighting fixtures and the convention floor environment remain visible in the background. The composition emphasizes the sculptural quality of the costume's construction, particularly the interplay between rigid wing forms and flowing fabric textures, characteristic of the elaborate cosplay craftsmanship displayed at Vienna Comic Con. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a fantastical avian character extends large black feathered wings toward the camera in a dynamic gesture at VIECC 2025. The theatrical costume features elaborate black plumage with a shimmering quality, captured against the softly illuminated exhibition hall ceiling with its characteristic overhead lighting array. The subject's engagement with the photographer demonstrates the collaborative nature of convention cosplay documentation, where performers actively participate in creating dramatic imagery that showcases their craftsmanship. The composition emphasizes the sculptural dimensionality of the wing construction through shallow depth of field, while the indoor venue environment provides neutral context for the costume's striking silhouette. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A muscular, horned figure collectible stands behind glass at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con, featuring golden-bronze coloring and fantasy-inspired design elements including leather wrist bindings, a decorative chest piece with spiral motifs, and a pleated lower garment. The shallow depth of field isolates the central figure from the blurred exhibition environment, while reflections on the display case surface create layered transparency effects. The figurine's distinctive horned headpiece and athletic pose exemplify the fantasy and mythological character designs commonly merchandised at comic convention vendor halls, documented at https://www.seirer-photography.com/blog/i-went-to-viecc-2025-and-all-i-got-were-amazing-photos-and-sore-feet 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two cosplayers portraying characters from the Star Wars franchise stand back-to-back in theatrical pose on a darkened stage at VIECC 2025. The figure on the left wears Jedi-inspired robes in black and brown with knee-high boots, holding an illuminated blue lightsaber, while the figure on the right presents as Ahsoka Tano with characteristic head-tails and montrals, draped in burgundy and brown robes with a green lightsaber. Vertical light columns frame the composition against a pale backdrop, creating a dramatic chiaroscuro effect that emphasizes the activated weapon props. The staging and lighting design references classic cinematic portraiture conventions common to fan convention photography at Vienna's comic culture gathering. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A group of ten cosplayers portraying Jedi and other characters from the Star Wars universe stands in a horizontal line on a black stage platform at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The subjects hold illuminated lightsabers in green, blue, and other colors, with costumes ranging from traditional Jedi robes in earth tones to white ceremonial garments and distinctive character-specific attire including Ahsoka Tano's orange and white ensemble. The composition is frontally oriented against a neutral gray backdrop with black speaker columns flanking both edges, while colored lightsaber reflections create luminous accents on the dark flooring beneath the assembled group. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A theatrical ensemble of cosplayers representing characters from the Star Wars universe stands in formal arrangement on a darkened stage, their formation centered around a figure in ceremonial red and gold robes. The group displays a chronological span of the franchise's visual aesthetics, from Jedi robes and lightsabers to contemporary character interpretations, their costumes illuminated by dramatic stage lighting that casts green glows across the polished floor. Photographed at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, this group composition demonstrates the collaborative nature of cosplay communities and their dedication to accurate character representation across multiple generations of source material. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer presents an elaborate 18th-century inspired costume at VIECC 2025, Vienna's Comic Con event, featuring a teal embroidered bodice, voluminous cream-colored sleeves with floral appliqué details, and a white fur stole. The subject's ornate upswept hairstyle with decorative crown complements the rococo aesthetic, set against the industrial convention hall interior with its exposed ceiling structure and overhead lighting. The frontal composition emphasizes the costume's intricate needlework and construction, documenting the craftsmanship displayed at the convention. Photographed by Michael Seirer Photography. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A panel discussion unfolds on the PAN book stage at VIECC 2025, featuring two seated participants on modern black furniture against a backdrop of artificial foliage and textured wall panels. The interviewer on the right, wearing a striking cobalt blue dress, gestures mid-conversation with a microphone in hand, while the interviewee on the left, dressed in dark attire, responds from a relaxed position on the sofa. Warm stage lighting illuminates the intimate interview setting, with colorful promotional materials visible between the speakers, characteristic of the literary programming that complemented the broader comic con festivities at this Vienna event. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A speaker in dark attire is seated in a black leather armchair on an interview stage, holding a microphone while engaged in animated conversation. The composition places him slightly right of center, flanked by tall potted plants and what appears to be framed artwork on the wall behind him. Purple stage lighting illuminates the left portion of the scene, while warmer tones define the right side, creating a dynamic color contrast typical of panel discussion setups. A partial view of another participant in blue fabric is visible at the frame's right edge. The setting represents the PAN book stage programming at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, documented by Michael Seirer Photography. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a gothic or vampiric character reclines on dark fabric against a black backdrop at VIECC 2025 Vienna Comic Con, photographed in dramatic chiaroscuro lighting. The subject wears elaborate Victorian-inspired costume elements including a dusty rose velvet coat with ornate sleeves, black formal attire, knee-high boots, and platinum blonde wig, complemented by theatrical pale makeup with darkened eye sockets. The low-angle composition emphasizes the theatrical pose with one leg extended, while the controlled studio lighting creates sharp contrast between the illuminated figure and the deep shadows of the surrounding environment, characteristic of gothic portraiture conventions adapted to contemporary fan culture documentation. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a vampiric aristocrat stands in three-quarter profile against the industrial interior of the VIECC 2025 venue, platinum blonde wig cascading past the shoulders. The dramatic makeup features pale foundation contrasting with deep purple eye contouring and crimson lips, complemented by an elaborate costume consisting of a white lace jabot, brocade jacket in burgundy tones, and ornamental jewelry. Cool overhead lighting emphasizes the theatrical pallor of the makeup while warm tones illuminate the metallic threads in the period-style garment, creating a chiaroscuro effect characteristic of gothic portraiture. The subject's upward gaze and parted lips suggest theatrical performance captured mid-expression at the Vienna Comic Con event. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A male speaker is photographed during an interview or panel discussion at VIECC 2025, Vienna's Comic Con event, seated in a dark casual jacket and holding a microphone while engaging with an audience. The composition places the subject against a backdrop of decorative foliage and purple-tinted lighting, creating depth through the layered interior setting. His animated expression and relaxed posture suggest an informal conversation format typical of creator interviews at the PAN book stage. The three-quarter profile angle and natural gesture capture a moment of genuine engagement during the presentation, characteristic of the community-focused programming at this annual gathering of artists, authors, and fans in Vienna. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A speaker seated in a modern armchair addresses an audience during a panel discussion at VIECC 2025, Vienna's Comic Con event. The subject, dressed entirely in black, holds a microphone while positioned in a relaxed posture with legs crossed, set against a backdrop of lush green plants and warm-toned tapestry. The intimate stage setup, characteristic of the PAN book stage programming, features contemporary furniture and professional lighting that creates a conversational atmosphere for author interviews and readings. The composition captures the speaker mid-presentation, with shallow depth of field isolating the subject from the blurred foreground elements. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A performer addresses the audience from a stage at VIECC 2025, holding a microphone while wearing a teal satin jacket over casual attire. The composition captures the speaker in three-quarter view against illuminated stage elements, including partial signage reading "VIECC" and a decorative Art Deco-inspired logo backdrop. Warm stage lighting creates depth separation between the subject and the darker venue space, while scattered bokeh effects from overhead lighting punctuate the frame. The setting documents a panel discussion or stage reading event, consistent with VIECC's programming of author presentations and creator interviews throughout the Vienna Comic Con weekend. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a fantasy character with distinctive long white-blue twin-tailed wig and prosthetic pointed ears addresses an audience from a stage at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con. The performer holds a microphone while gesturing expressively, wearing elaborate costume elements including gold-trimmed white garments with ornamental shoulder pieces and a striped chest detail. Warm stage lighting illuminates the subject against a dark background featuring partial event branding, capturing a moment of panel discussion or performance typical of convention programming where cosplayers engage directly with attendees. The composition emphasizes the theatrical nature of cosplay presentation within the convention's formal stage setting. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character in elaborate blue and gold regalia stands in three-quarter view, featuring a distinctive blue wig with layered bangs, white fur shoulder trim, and ornate golden geometric embellishments on dark blue fabric. The subject's costume includes a white undershirt with an open collar and multiple necklaces, characteristic of fantasy game character design. Photographed at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, the composition places the cosplayer against a backdrop showing decorative elements including blue columns and floral arrangements, with stage lighting creating warm and cool tonal contrasts. The professional documentation captures both the craftsmanship of the costume construction and the performer's embodiment of the character. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A speaker addresses an audience from a seated position on the PAN book stage at VIECC 2025, microphone in hand, captured mid-gesture during what appears to be an author interview or panel discussion. The subject wears a distinctive orange-checkered blazer over black attire, framed by decorative foliage against warm-toned backdrop elements. The composition places the speaker in a three-quarter view, emphasizing the intimate setting of literary programming within Vienna Comic Con's broader creative programming. Documentary photography by Michael Seirer captures the intersection of publishing industry professionals and fan culture at the Reed Messe Wien venue. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A panel discussion at VIECC 2025 features two participants seated in casual conversation, one holding a microphone while wearing an orange and black checkered shirt, the other in a vibrant blue costume with platinum blonde styling. The composition places both figures in profile and three-quarter view against a backdrop of tropical foliage and purple fabric, suggesting an informal interview or stage reading setting. Natural lighting from the right illuminates the scene, while the intimate framing emphasizes the interactive dynamic between speaker and listener typical of Vienna Comic Con's author and creator programming on the PAN book stage. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A speaker addresses an audience at VIECC 2025, positioned in mid-gesture while holding a microphone in his right hand. The subject wears a black blazer over a light-colored shirt, photographed against a dramatically lit backdrop of saturated purple and blue tones characteristic of stage lighting at the Vienna Comic Con. The composition captures the speaker in three-quarter profile, his engaged expression and body language suggesting an active moment during what appears to be a panel discussion or presentation on the PAN book stage, where author interviews and readings were featured throughout the event. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A speaker addresses an audience from a stage at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, holding a microphone in one hand and printed materials in the other. The subject, dressed in a distinctive tan and brown plaid jacket over dark clothing, stands centrally framed against a backdrop featuring decorative plants and a projection screen displaying blue tones. Stage lighting illuminates the figure from above, creating a focused presentation atmosphere characteristic of the PAN book stage readings and interview sessions at the Vienna Comic Con. The composition emphasizes the performative aspect of literary engagement within the convention's broader cultural programming. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A speaker in a brown and black plaid jacket holds a microphone while making an expressive hand gesture during what appears to be an interview or panel discussion at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The composition positions the animated subject against a backdrop of tropical plants and purple-tinted lighting, characteristic of the Comic Con's stage environment, while an interviewer in black is partially visible in the right foreground. The candid moment captures the dynamic energy of the PAN book stage programming, where authors and creators engaged with audiences through readings and conversations throughout the event. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two figures are seated in conversation on a stage at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con, framed against decorative foliage and warm-toned backdrop panels. The subject on the left, wearing a tan plaid blazer and olive trousers, gestures expressively while engaging with the interviewer positioned on the right in dark attire. Stage lighting creates dimensional modeling across the scene, with visible water bottles and microphones indicating a formal panel discussion or author interview format typical of the PAN book stage programming. The composition captures an animated moment of discourse, with the relaxed body language and direct eye contact suggesting rapport between participants during this documented cultural exchange at the Vienna convention center. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two performers in white martial arts uniforms execute synchronized backbend movements on a black performance stage at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con. The composition captures the athletes in mirrored poses, their bodies arched in dramatic flexibility against a minimal backdrop of white tiled walls and vertical light projections. The glossy black flooring reflects scattered red lighting elements, while a dark sculptural installation occupies the middle ground between the performers. The photograph documents a capoeira or acrobatic martial arts demonstration, emphasizing the geometric precision of the human forms and the stark contrast between the figures' white garments and the dark performance space. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A martial artist in white dobok with black belt executes a flying side kick during a Taekwondo demonstration at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con, captured mid-air in dynamic horizontal extension. The performer's body is suspended against a contemporary exhibition space featuring concrete pillars and dark flooring, while fellow practitioners in traditional uniforms occupy the background, some observing from the right side of the frame. The demonstration stage area is marked by colorful illuminated elements at floor level, creating ambient light reflections on the polished black surface beneath the airborne figure. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A performer in a white martial arts uniform executes an inverted breakdance freeze position on the black stage floor at VIECC 2025, captured mid-movement with legs extended upward and head down. The exhibition space features dark modular display structures and vertical illuminated rods that create a dramatic geometric backdrop, while red accent lighting reflects on the glossy floor surface. The composition emphasizes the dynamic contrast between the figure's athletic form and the minimalist, industrial setting of the Vienna Comic Con venue, documenting performance art within the convention's diverse programming beyond traditional cosplay and exhibition activities. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Three cosplayers stand in formation within the industrial exhibition space of VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con, their costumes representing distinct character archetypes. The leftmost figure wears a flowing white cape and blue-trimmed high-collared garment with silver-toned hair; the central cosplayer holds an ornate staff topped with a red spherical element, dressed in white and gold with pointed ear prosthetics; the rightmost participant wears a red military-style coat with cream accents and styled orange hair. The convention hall's steel framework and overhead lighting create a neutral backdrop, while other attendees populate the blurred background, establishing the communal atmosphere of the gathering documented by Michael Seirer Photography. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying an anthropomorphic pig character in elaborate Renaissance-inspired costume is photographed from above against dark flooring scattered with confetti. The costume features layered burgundy and gold fabric with ornamental details, while the mask displays exaggerated features with hollow eye sockets and prominent snout. The figure's downward-facing pose and outstretched hand create a dramatic composition enhanced by overhead lighting that emphasizes the textile textures and golden accents. Photographed at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, the image exemplifies the craftsmanship and theatrical presentation characteristic of comic convention cosplay culture, where participants blend historical aesthetic references with fantasy character design. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character in East Asian-inspired costume stands in the foreground holding a decorative white paper parasol and a small bouquet of white orchids, their elaborate upswept hairstyle adorned with ornamental elements. The subject wears a teal and purple silk kimono-style robe, positioned against the glass and metal architecture of the Vienna exhibition venue. Golden-hour sunlight illuminates the scene from the left, creating strong directional lighting that emphasizes the parasol's translucent panels and casts defined shadows across the modern building facade. The composition places the cosplayer centrally within the frame, with blurred figures visible in the background corridor, documenting the convergence of contemporary fandom culture and traditional costume aesthetics at VIECC 2025. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character in golden armor with white and red accents stands before a glass-walled entrance at the Vienna Comic Con 2025 venue. The subject wears an ornate metallic crown and blonde wig, their posture angled upward in a heroic stance, while the reflective architectural surfaces behind them display the convention center's distinctive tower structure. Strong natural daylight creates pronounced highlights on the metallic costume pieces, contrasting with the shadowed building interior visible through the transparent facade. The composition positions the figure against geometric frames and modern architecture, characteristic of documentary photography practices at fan convention events where attendees granted permission for portraiture. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Overhead perspective documents a cosplayer embodying Harley Quinn at VIECC 2025, Vienna's Comic Con convention, distinguished by red and blue athletic wear with white accents and striped knee-high socks in complementary patriotic colors. The composition's elevated vantage point emphasizes the costume's most distinctive element—a sculptural mannequin head with brown hair positioned at waist level, creating an uncanny visual dialogue between theatrical prop and performer. The figure's stance on dark flooring, arms positioned at sides with one hand holding what appears to be a prop weapon, demonstrates the playful subversion characteristic of cosplay culture documented throughout this photographic series by Michael Seirer Photography. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer presents a futuristic character interpretation featuring distinctive blonde hair with pink-tipped ends and a white high-collared costume with geometric black paneling. The subject poses in three-quarter view against the diffused interior lighting of the VIECC 2025 exhibition hall, where bokeh from overhead fixtures creates atmospheric depth in the background. The composition emphasizes the subject's direct engagement with the camera, characteristic of convention portrait photography, while the shallow depth of field isolates the figure from the busy venue environment. Documentation from Vienna Comic Con 2025, photographed by Michael Seirer Photography. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two cosplayers pose at VIECC 2025 Vienna Comic Con beneath the venue's exposed industrial ceiling structure. The foreground figure presents as Spider-Gwen in a white and pink costume with blonde and pink-tinted hair, while their companion wears a dark ensemble with a mesh face covering and white circular eye details, likely representing Spider-Man Noir. The composition captures both subjects in confident poses against the convention's bustling background, where attendees and exhibition infrastructure recede into atmospheric blur. Available light from overhead fixtures creates moderate contrast across the fabric textures and metallic framework, characteristic of convention center environments. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer with vibrant orange wig sits cross-legged on the floor against a white pillar at VIECC 2025, absorbed in sketching or reviewing materials in their lap while holding a mobile device. The figure, dressed in black attire with yellow accents, is positioned in the foreground with shopping bags nearby, while the convention's industrial architecture frames the background—escalators, exposed ceiling infrastructure, and multiple levels visible with other attendees in motion. The composition contrasts the subject's moment of creative pause against the dynamic flow of the Vienna Comic Con environment, documenting the quieter interludes between performances and interactions that characterize convention culture. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character in academic robes stands in three-quarter pose within the exhibition hall of VIECC 2025 Vienna Comic Con, captured under the venue's industrial ceiling with overhead lighting. The costume features a black cape over a blue vest, white shirt with tie, and tan waistband, complemented by an orange wig and character mask with distinctive facial features. The figure's hand gesture and formal attire suggest a student or scholarly character interpretation, photographed against the convention floor's ambient background of attendees and vendor spaces, documenting the detailed craftsmanship typical of contemporary cosplay culture at Austrian fan conventions. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character with distinctive orange hair and mask-like face paint poses within the exhibition hall of VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con. The subject wears a formal dark blazer over a vest and tie, accessorized with a brown shoulder bag, their theatrical makeup creating exaggerated facial features. The industrial convention center architecture is visible in the background, with overhead lighting illuminating the expansive space where other attendees gather in soft focus. The composition captures the convergence of theatrical costume design and contemporary fan culture typical of European comic convention environments. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A speaker addresses an audience while holding a microphone in his right hand, his left arm raised in an expressive gesture during what appears to be a stage presentation at VIECC 2025. The subject, wearing glasses and a dark green sweater, is positioned against a neutral backdrop with a potted plant visible behind him, suggesting this is part of the PAN book stage programming. The composition captures the animated nature of author or creator presentations that characterize Vienna Comic Con's literary programming, with water bottles visible on the table surface indicating an extended interview or reading session. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A female presenter addresses an audience while holding a professional microphone at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, her blonde hair styled partially up with a blue accessory. The composition positions her in the left portion of the frame against a neutral beige backdrop, with tropical foliage visible in the right foreground creating natural framing elements. The stage lighting produces even illumination across her features, while the intimate venue setting suggests this documentation captures a panel discussion or interview session at the book stage, characteristic of the convention's programming that blended author presentations with fan engagement throughout the event. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A blonde woman in dark attire holds a microphone while speaking at what appears to be a panel or interview setting at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The composition places her centrally within the frame, flanked by out-of-focus greenery on both sides, with warm neutral tones in the background suggesting an indoor convention space. Her engaged expression and direct address to an unseen audience indicate this captures a moment during the PAN book stage programming, where authors and creators participated in readings and interviews throughout the Comic Con event. The shallow depth of field isolates the speaker while maintaining environmental context through the defocused architectural elements. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A panel discussion unfolds on an elevated stage at VIECC 2025, photographed from the audience perspective. Two speakers occupy modern dark seating beneath decorative palm foliage and geometric screening, with the left figure holding a microphone and a small white dog, while colorful beverage containers and rainbow-themed materials populate the stage right. The composition captures the intimate scale of the PAN book stage programming, with audience silhouettes framing the lower portion of the image and warm theatrical lighting defining the upper register. The staging arrangement and casual seating configuration suggest an author interview or literary discussion format characteristic of the Vienna Comic Con's creator-focused programming. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two cosplayers embodying characters from Disney's Peter Pan pose in close proximity within the exhibition halls of VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The subject on the left portrays Tinker Bell in a lime-green costume with blonde hair styled in a characteristic topknot, while the figure on the right represents Captain Hook, distinguished by voluminous black curled hair, a large pink feathered hat, and period costume including a golden brocade vest over a white shirt. The indoor lighting illuminates both subjects against a softly blurred background of convention attendees and white architectural elements, documenting the collaborative spirit and theatrical presentation characteristic of contemporary cosplay culture at European fan conventions. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A group of cosplayers assembles in a wide convention hall formation, representing various popular media franchises through detailed costume work. The composition spans from left to right: a yellow-suited Wolverine variant, Deadpool in characteristic red and black, a figure in elaborate pink plumage, a pirate-themed character, a crouching figure in yellow and green, a long-haired warrior with axe, and Tinker Bell in lime green. The industrial venue ceiling with exposed metal framework and commercial lighting establishes the VIECC 2025 setting, while the blue flooring and dispersed attendees in the background provide spatial depth to this coordinated group photograph at the Vienna Comic Con event. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two panelists occupy a modern black sofa against a digitally projected backdrop of red nebulae at VIECC 2025. The figure on the left, wearing a light blue hoodie and baseball cap, sits in a relaxed posture with legs extended, while the figure on the right, dressed in a dark green sweatshirt with blue lanyard and olive pants, appears animated in conversation. The stage lighting creates a professional interview atmosphere, typical of the PAN book stage programming documented throughout the Vienna Comic Con event. The composition emphasizes the casual yet engaged dynamic of creator panel discussions within the convention's structured programming. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two panelists participate in a stage discussion at VIECC 2025, seated in contemporary furnishings against a backdrop featuring diffused red lighting elements. The speaker in the foreground, wearing glasses and a dark sequined garment, holds a microphone while smiling, captured mid-conversation. A second participant with red hair is visible to the right, also equipped with a microphone. The composition employs shallow depth of field, rendering a third figure in the left foreground as an out-of-focus silhouette that frames the scene. The setting documents the PAN book stage programming within Vienna Comic Con's literary and creator interview segments, photographed by Michael Seirer Photography for archival documentation of the event's panel discussions. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying an angelic character stands centered in the convention hall's ground floor, wearing a white and blue gown with distinctive geometric accents and elaborate feathered wings extending upward. The costume features layered fabric construction with navy blue trim along the hem and bodice, complemented by a celestial crown or halo element. Captured at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, the portrait utilizes the venue's industrial architecture—visible escalators and structural columns—as a contrasting backdrop to the ethereal costume design, while ambient lighting emphasizes the wings' dimensional construction and the subject's frontal presentation to the camera. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a winged character poses with one arm raised in an upward gesture within the industrial-style venue of VIECC 2025. The costume features a white bodysuit with blue trim and star emblem, blonde wig, metallic crown or halo, and an elaborate yellow and blue fabric construction suggesting angelic or fantastical wings. Photographed from a low angle against the convention center's exposed ceiling infrastructure and industrial lighting, the composition emphasizes the theatrical verticality of the pose and costume elements, characteristic of the transformative performances encountered throughout Vienna Comic Con's exhibition halls. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying an angelic character sits on the floor at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, wearing an elaborate costume featuring white and blue fabric with large feathered wings extending from the back. The costume includes a white bodice with blue trim and star motif, a flowing blue skirt with white geometric appliqués, and a matching headdress. The dramatic wings, constructed with cream-colored feathers and blue accents, create a symmetrical composition against the dark reflective surfaces of the convention center interior. The performer's silver-white wig and seated pose suggest a character from anime or manga, photographed with permission as part of the vibrant cosplay community at the event. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character in military-inspired green tactical gear addresses the audience with microphone in hand at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The subject, distinguished by blue hair and theatrical makeup, holds what appears to be an orange-and-brown prop weapon while speaking on stage. The composition captures the performer mid-presentation against a neutral backdrop, with warm stage lighting illuminating the figure's animated expression and costume details, including visible chest numbering "120." The photograph documents the convention's stage programming component, where cosplayers present their craft and character interpretations to the assembled community. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A presenter stands on stage at VIECC 2025 Vienna Comic Con, photographed in three-quarter profile against a warm-toned backdrop with decorative foliage visible to the right. The subject wears a grey blazer over a blue collared shirt and dark vest, their long hair displaying a distinctive black-to-silver ombré gradient. Stage lighting illuminates the figure from the front-left, creating moderate contrast against the softly blurred background of the speaking venue. The composition positions the subject slightly left of center, capturing an animated moment during what appears to be a panel discussion or stage reading, consistent with the PAN book stage programming documented throughout the event. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a uniformed character, likely Officer Jenny from the Pokémon franchise, stands on a white podium marked with a question mark symbol, right arm raised triumphantly while holding what appears to be a prop. The stage setting at VIECC 2025 features a large screen displaying an isometric video game scene behind the performer, flanked by potted plants against warm wooden paneling. The performer's pose suggests engagement with the audience during what appears to be a stage presentation or contest, captured at the Vienna Comic Con event documented at https://www.seirer-photography.com/blog/i-went-to-viecc-2025-and-all-i-got-were-amazing-photos-and-sore-feet. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying Officer Jenny from the Pokémon franchise stands in three-quarter view against a beige interior wall at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con. The subject wears the character's signature blue and white uniform with red trim, coordinating peaked cap with gold star emblem, and white gloves, one hand raised in a welcoming gesture. Teal wig and bold makeup complete the transformation. Soft ambient lighting creates gentle shadows across the composition, while a plant and projection screen are visible in the background, typical of the convention venue's public areas where cosplayers interact with attendees and photographers throughout the event. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A presenter in cosplay addresses an audience from an elevated stage at VIECC 2025, gesturing toward a large projection screen displaying an animated street scene with buildings and cyclists. The stage features a minimalist wood-paneled backdrop adorned with potted plants in regular intervals, while purple and magenta uplighting saturates the surrounding walls. Professional audio equipment flanks the speaking platform, and visible branding elements mark this as part of the PAN book stage programming at Vienna Comic Con, where author presentations and creator interviews form a central component of the convention's cultural programming. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying Officer Jenny from the Pokémon franchise performs a salute while holding a Pikachu plush at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The costume features the character's distinctive blue and white uniform with red accents, matching cap with star emblem, and turquoise hair styled in the animated character's signature manner. White gloves complete the ensemble. The subject is photographed against a neutral interior backdrop with decorative plants flanking the composition, typical of the Vienna Comic Con venue's exhibition spaces. The theatrical pose and polished costume execution demonstrate the attention to detail characteristic of character interpretation at European cosplay gatherings. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character with bright yellow hair stands center stage at VIECC 2025, Vienna, positioned between two tall potted plants against a backdrop illuminated with purple and magenta theatrical lighting. The performer, dressed in a white dress with brown leggings and tan boots, holds what appears to be a book or script while addressing an audience during a PAN book stage reading event. The composition frames the subject symmetrically between the flanking flora, with dramatic colored gels creating depth through the layered background panels, while warm stage lighting illuminates the figure from above, creating a theatrical presentation space typical of Comic Con programming at https://www.seirer-photography.com/blog/i-went-to-viecc-2025-and-all-i-got-were-amazing-photos-and-sore-feet. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portrays a character with distinctive bright yellow-green wig styled in an asymmetrical bob, wearing a pale beige or cream-colored dress with gathered fabric and long sleeves. The subject poses against a deliberately blurred background featuring purple and magenta stage lighting with tropical foliage, characteristic of VIECC 2025's performance areas at Vienna Comic Con. The theatrical lighting creates strong color contrast between the warm costume tones and cool purple ambient illumination, while the subject's hand gesture near the collar suggests a character-specific pose. The composition demonstrates the elaborate cosplay craftsmanship and performative documentation typical of convention photography at this annual Viennese fandom gathering. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer in character as a figure with distinctive bright yellow-green bob-cut wig and period cream-colored dress with gathered waist stands on stage at VIECC 2025, holding an open display case or frame while facing the audience. The neutral-toned costume features long sleeves and a high neckline, contrasting sharply with the vibrant synthetic wig. Stage lighting illuminates the subject from the front, with a projection screen visible in the background and greenery positioned stage right, suggesting this moment occurred during the PAN book stage readings and interviews documented at Vienna Comic Con's 2025 edition. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two cosplayers perform a staged pose at VIECC 2025, Vienna Comic Con, depicting characters from the Genshin Impact universe. The figure in the foreground, dressed in black with gold ornamental armor details, kneels while holding an ornate staff with a blue crystalline emblem, while the second performer stands behind in elaborate blue and white costume with dramatic flowing fabric and mask. The composition is framed by symmetrically placed potted plants against a beige paneled wall with gridded detailing, with theatrical stage lighting creating depth and contrast. The controlled indoor environment and formal staging suggests this was captured during a dedicated performance or photographic session at the convention venue. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character with dramatic blue and white split-tone hair styling poses against a purple-lit background at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The costume features a blue corset-style bodice, white ruffled collar, and black jacket with textured sleeves, complemented by theatrical blue-tinted makeup and expressive hand gesturing. The composition places the subject centrally within the frame, with warm beige walls and purple accent lighting creating color contrast, while tropical foliage appears in the lower left corner, suggesting a convention hall or exhibition space setting. The theatrical presentation exemplifies the creative cosplay culture documented throughout the Vienna Comic Con event. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a wizard character stands in an indoor convention space, wearing an elaborate blue and gold costume featuring a tall pointed hat with gold trim and a high-collared cape adorned with stylized yellow quatrefoil ornamentation. The subject's platinum blonde wig and theatrical makeup enhance the fantasy character interpretation. Two potted plants with lush green foliage frame the composition on either side, while neutral-toned walls provide an unobtrusive background. The photograph was taken at VIECC 2025, Vienna's Comic Con event, documenting the detailed craftsmanship and character interpretation typical of convention cosplay culture. Natural and ambient lighting illuminates the costume's rich color palette and dimensional details. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a blue-furred character poses with raised hands in a theatrical, menacing gesture at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The costume features vibrant blue and white fur detailing, long blue braided hair, dark garments with a white ruffled collar, and elaborate blue face paint with white accents. The subject is photographed against a purple-lit backdrop with stage elements and foliage visible in the background, demonstrating the playful, performative nature of cosplay culture at the Vienna Comic Con event. The dramatic hand positioning and expressive pose suggest a character portrayal from fantasy or gaming media. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two costumed performers occupy a wooden-paneled stage at VIECC 2025, engaged in theatrical dialogue beneath a projection screen displaying German text. The figure on the left wears an elaborate black and gold wizard's costume with a pointed hat, while the figure on the right is dressed in blue and black with dramatic blue hair and makeup. Flanking plants in black planters frame the composition symmetrically, while stage lighting casts the right performer in cool blue tones, creating strong chromatic contrast against the warm wood backdrop. The staging suggests a formal performance or skit presentation within the Vienna Comic Con programming, captured during what appears to be a scripted narrative moment. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a fantasy wizard character stands in an exterior convention venue setting, arms extended in an animated pose. The elaborate costume features a deep blue robe with prominent golden decorative elements including an ornate chest piece and pointed hat with orange trim. The performer holds a blue prop shield in their left hand, while white hair and theatrical makeup complete the character interpretation. Shallow depth of field isolates the subject against a beige building facade and green foliage, with afternoon lighting creating dimensionality across the costume's textures. Photographed at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, the image documents the convention's cosplay community and their detailed character work. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 On the main presentation stage at VIECC 2025, two cosplayers engage in an animated interaction, one portraying a character in a red jacket and white dress with yellow bob wig, the other in a patterned blue and white garment. The stage setting features a painted backdrop depicting a simplified house facade in yellow and blue tones, flanked by potted plants, with professional audio equipment visible in the foreground and theatrical lighting casting purple and warm hues across the venue. The scene captures a performance or presentation moment, with both figures positioned centrally against the theatrical scenery, exemplifying the convention's blend of cosplay craftsmanship and community performance culture at the Vienna exhibition halls. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two cosplayers perform on stage at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, one dressed in a red and white dress with blonde hair, the other in a patterned yukata-style garment, both holding microphones while interacting with a large white sculptural prop positioned on the floor. The staging area features potted plants against a neutral backdrop, with professional stage lighting illuminating the presenters and their prop. The composition captures a moment of theatrical presentation or demonstration, typical of cosplay skits and stage performances common at comic convention programming, with the performers positioned in the left half of the frame and the elongated white prop extending toward the right. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 Two cosplayers occupy a stage at VIECC 2025, positioned in three-quarter profile against a backdrop of bamboo screening and artificial foliage. The figure at left, costumed in red jacket, white skirt, and blonde wig, extends an arm toward their companion, who wears a patterned blue and white dress with pink-framed glasses. Stage lighting from above creates defined shadows at their feet, while speaker equipment flanks the performance area. The theatrical presentation unfolds within the convention's programming space, documented as part of Michael Seirer Photography's coverage of Vienna Comic Con. The gestural exchange between performers suggests a narrative moment within their cosplay presentation. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A performer in character cosplay—blonde wig, red top, white skirt with red trim, and white stockings—gestures enthusiastically on stage beside a painted house prop featuring a triangular orange roof and red door against a blue background. The theatrical presentation at VIECC 2025 unfolds before a projection screen, with stage monitors and potted plants framing the performance space in warm auditorium lighting. The raised arm and animated posture suggest a moment of audience engagement during what appears to be a children's entertainment or character-based stage show, part of the diverse programming at Vienna's comic convention. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A speaker addresses the audience from center stage at VIECC 2025 in Vienna, wearing a casual white shirt with blue pineapple print and khaki shorts. The figure stands before a vibrant backdrop of purple, blue, and pink theatrical lighting, with visible stage elements including a "FOR SALE" sign and colorful set pieces flanking both sides. Two large black stage monitors frame the lower portion of the frame, while the speaker gestures naturally with microphone in hand, suggesting an informal presentation or author reading at the PAN book stage. The composition captures the dynamic, playful atmosphere characteristic of the Vienna Comic Con venue's creative programming. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character with distinctive white hair executes a dynamic pose at VIECC 2025, extending their arm forward to display an elaborate gauntlet featuring yellow and cream-colored segmented armor plating. The costume incorporates a dark blue and red color scheme with gold decorative elements visible on the torso, while the character's face is partially obscured by the extended forearm. Shot in the convention center's main hall under industrial lighting, the composition captures the theatrical presentation style characteristic of cosplay photography, with the subject positioned against a softly blurred background of venue architecture and attendees, emphasizing the performative nature of fan culture at Vienna Comic Con. 
VIECC - Vienna ComicCon 2025 A cosplayer portraying a character with lavender-grey hair and distinctive curved antenna-like accessories holds a yellow mobile phone to her ear while engaging with the camera at VIECC 2025 in Vienna. The costume features a navy blue sailor-style garment with red striping and a prominent golden bow at the collar, photographed against the industrial ceiling infrastructure of the convention hall. The subject's pose combines casual contemporary gesture—the phone call—with the theatrical presentation typical of cosplay performance, demonstrating the synthesis of character embodiment and photographer-subject collaboration documented throughout the event.