GREETINGS!

I'm Clifton Hardy, Jr. — known online as Cliffather (yes, it's the same as "Clif's father" or "Cliff at her" — it's all me! ) I'm a lifelong video game otaku, anime junkie, and eye candy enthusiast. My true passion? Cosplay & video game photography — capturing epic moments, vibrant characters, and the magic of fandom. Since 2017, I've built over 25 years of experience in cosplay photography, plus a decade focused on gaming screenshots and captures (with at least 15GB of pics to prove it!). I've been active online for over 10 years, always under the gamertag Cliffather (find me on Discord, Rumble, Steam, and more). These photos fuel my biggest dream: becoming a comic book creator. I use real cosplay shots and game-inspired designs to bring my Original Characters (OCs) to life — an epic saga spanning galactic wars, heroes vs. villains, and influences from Dynasty Warriors, Soulcalibur, Overwatch, and beyond. Here are some highlights to explore: My Original Characters — Screenshots & concept art for my comic project:

Flickr Album (1600+ images & videos!)

Character Summary Video

Gaming Photography Highlights — Epic in-game moments:

Music Video Summary

Cosplay Photography Showcases — Years of convention shots & portraits:

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Note on search engines: Searching "Cliffather" can be tricky — Google/Bing sometimes mix up results or show unrelated images, while Yahoo Image Search tends to be more accurate for my work. There have been gaps in posting over the years (life happens!) — details here: Explanation Photo. A huge thank you to every cosplayer who's posed for me — your energy and creativity make these shots possible. All my photos are non-Photoshopped (I don't use it or any clones), straight from the camera to show real talent and respect for the craft. Motto: "I stand for TRUTH because a Lie is never lonely" – Cliffather