What is Steampunk?

Steampunk simply embodies a time and a place. The time... the late 19th century, the place... a steam powered world, where air travel by fantastical airships and submarines is as common as traveling by car, train, or boat It's  a place where national boundaries and interests are vastly different than our own version of history, where the elegant and refined are as likely to get pulled into a grand adventure, as the workers, ruffians, and lower classes. The idea of space travel is not so far fetched; lost civilizations are found and lost again. Anything is possible, and science can be twisted to meet ones own ends. Visually speaking, there are many references to use for the creation of a Steampunk costume and character. The following are a small sample of classic movies that have inspired Steampunk; Sherlock Holmes, 20,000 Leagues under the Sea, Around the World in 80 Days, the League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, Steamboy, Van Helsing, Wild Wild West, and the Golden Compass... You get the picture. Remember you can come as Doyle's Steampunk version of Professor Moriarty or “Lost Worlds” Edward Challenger or as someone from the pages of history or literature. The sky's the limit. Use your imagination and have fun.

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Recent Meetups

  • February 12 at 12:45 PM, 9 Cogs attended

    The Woman in Black Movie Event

    They rated it 5.00 5.008 (8 ratings)

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    Good enough to destroy friendships, if you jump on the wrong person.

    —farfegnugen

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    Lots of chills and the clothing were wonderful but definitely lacking in the amount of hats

    —Christie Johnson

  • February 7 at 7:00 PM, 18 Cogs attended

    STEAMUP...

    They rated it 5.00 5.002 (2 ratings)

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    Ancient Furby wood. That is all.

    —E. F. Stig

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    Good times with a couple good brews, and new faces to meet ... and some hilarious conversations

    —Andrew Nadon

  • February 4 at 2:00 PM, 16 Cogs attended

    An Expedition to Ribtor

    They rated it 5.00 5.006 (6 ratings)

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    What an absolutely strange, wonderful, punky place. Had a great time. Found loads of jewelry-making do-dads. ...

    —Sharon Wildwind

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    The amazing patina that only magnificent, arcane and mysterious treasures collected over many years can attain, make this an always enter ...

    —Kevin Jepson

  • January 21 at 9:00 AM, 10 Cogs attended

    Costume Tour

    They rated it 5.00 5.006 (6 ratings)

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    So many Treasures, many nice items found by everyone - also a new persona will be appearing as a costume for March :)

    —Jessep

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    Long coats, ascots and vests...oh my!!!!

    —Christie Johnson

  • January 8 at 12:00 PM, 7 Cogs attended

    A viewing of Sherlock Holmes: A Game or Shadows

    They rated it 5.00 5.005 (5 ratings)

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    I was 100% with this movie except for the poured-cement Castle of Impossibility. However, Robert Downey Jr. in drag made up for it.

    —farfegnugen

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    Rather decent movie. Not as good as the first, but quite good nonetheless.

    —E. F. Stig

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    Jayne Barnard Jayne Barnard started HMS Pinafore - volunteers wanted. See the show for free.
    Yesterday at 5:07 PM
    Jayne Barnard

    "From my other group: If you are interested in volunteering, please let us know as soon as possible and we'll schedule you in! Indicate your preferences for performances and duties and send to us by Wed Mar 28, 2012...."

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    Mike Johnson Mike Johnson replied to News from the Comic Expo
    Yesterday at 10:09 AM
    Mike Johnson

    "We are scheduled for Sunday Morning. Panel is to discus the history and development of Steampunk and the Steampunk community. Should be around 5 cogs in the panel."

  • New Discussion Reply
    Sharon Wildwind Sharon Wildwind replied to Novel recommendation: steam trains!
    Thursday at 11:23 AM
    Sharon Wildwind

    "I've had this series on my to-read list for a long time. Thanks for the push to put it on hold at the library."

  • New Photo Comment
    Sharon Wildwind Sharon Wildwind commented on a photo
    Thursday at 11:11 AM

    "See comment under previous photo. Do you like the vertical or horizontal presentation better?"

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    Sharon Wildwind Sharon Wildwind commented on a photo
    Thursday at 11:10 AM

    "This is the base I'll be using to make some Steampunk pins. It was originally the black color at the top, but once I soaked it in vinegar over night and gave it a good polish, it turned out to be brass...."

  • New Discussion
    Sharon Wildwind Sharon Wildwind started Steampunk Jewelry -- comments sought
    Thursday at 11:08 AM
    Sharon Wildwind

    "I've added, as photos #12 and #13, a sample of pins I'm thinking of making for the Comic Expo. Comments would be most helpful. Does this look Steampunk enough? Any suggestions to make it better?..."

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  • New Photo Comment
    Sharon Wildwind Sharon Wildwind commented on a photo
    Thursday at 11:04 AM

    "This is prototype for jewelry I'm thinking of making for Comic Expo. I thought maybe crew badges for Steampunk flyers. This would be a Screwman on a Zeppelin. Comments would be welcome...."

  • New Photos
    Sharon Wildwind added 2 new photos to Projects By Our Cogs
    Thursday at 11:02 AM
  • New Discussion Reply
    Jessep Jessep replied to News from the Comic Expo (latest of 3)
    Wednesday at 8:08 PM
    Jessep

    "*to excited to properly respond*"

  • New Discussion Reply
    Jessep Jessep replied to Airships under construction
    Wednesday at 8:07 PM
    Jessep

    "wow - beautiful.... and now I want one :)"

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Founded Aug 10, 2010
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