E. S. Winter is an Artist and Writer in her 20's living in Alberta, Canada Aside from writing, she has become known in the Alberta Cosplay Community for her costumes, guest appearances, competition judging, panel and workshop presentations, and has won major awards for her costume craftsmanship. She spends her time creating various kinds of Art and Entertainment, while working with other local artists and photographers.
To the Reader:
"I have always been an artist. I don't remember a time where I wasn't drawing, writing, or creating something. Unfortunately, many roadblocks in life halted my creative outlets for a time. In 2015 I finally decided enough was enough, and I wouldn't let anything stop me anymore from doing what I love.
I had, at that time, become interested in Cosplay. So I began building my own costumes- competing, doing workshops and panels, and it helped me harness my creative skills in a passionate and healthy environment. But over time, I realized that as much as I enjoyed it as a hobby, it wasn't where my heart truly connected.
Writing and story-telling have been my most beloved companions throughout life. As a child I loved hearing stories in every form, and nothing thrilled me more than a good book or t.v series. Now, I want to bring my own stories to life, and give to others what storytelling gave to me. Through cosplay I have learned about photography, film, and other skills that I want to use now to help create a true, deep connection with others using this art-form.
This site exhibits my Short Story and Cosplay works. They are the heart of my heart, and soul of my soul. I hope you enjoy them."
~Manifesto~
I go by the name "Winter" for two reasons.
One, to maintain my personal privacy. But the name Winter takes on another meaning.
I have always been enamored with the idea of "Balance," of each aspect of existence, the universe, humanity, All having equal value, importance, and purpose, regardless of whether or not we understand it.
The season of Winter is an underappreciated, but necessary part of our world. As Summer represents Life, Winter is thought to represent a kind of "Death."
Is it a time of cold loneliness, of sadness? Or... Is it a time when the overwhelming noise of Life becomes still and quiet... Where thoughts and feelings are able to reach us? Where we are forced to face inner Demons, Fears, or Pain that we would rather forget...
Don't Run. In facing those things, we can learn to accept them for what they are... And by understanding them... we can move Forward. Because even the most difficult and painful Memories... have Value. Yes, Winter is a season that is difficult and uncomfortable, but necessary.
Both Life and Death can be hard... but they can also be Incredible. Each have a Purpose. Each can be full of Heartache, or full of Wonder. Our true test is facing each in all it's difficulties, Learning from it, And facing it again. The season of Winter reminds me to never give up.
Although things may look bleak and unreachable, There are amazing Changes happening. Even if we can't see it. If you find yourself in a Wasteland, Keep moving forward until you reach the other side, And then don't stop there. Because there is always more to it. There is always Something.
Equinoxium Studios is an embodiment of this concept. Winter and Summer, Death and Life, Dark and Light. Both sides of a coin are valuable, you just have to discover why.
"The Death of something is not a cold, barren landscape, It is a Transition into Rebirth and Growth. It is another Story."