Kannon Studios
Kannon Studios is a design and fabrication team, most well known for unique one-of-a- kind costumes and props, as well as film and television replications. Kiki has created over 60 handmade costumes since 2003, as well as numerous props and accessories. She has participated in (and won) several craftsmanship competitions, and was awarded ‘Best-In-Show’ at TwitchCon 2019. Lance, the second person of the team, mostly assists with photoshoots and cinematography – and dabbles in costumes and props himself. Check out our Youtube channel that features tutorials, product reviews, and other various costuming techniques. And to learn more about us, please visit our website! Kikikannon.com
Guests
Adventure Start
Adventure Start Summary: A young farm boy who wants to become the greatest adventurer like his father one day, but ends up partying with a sadistic healer, a gentle berserker, a drunken ranger, a suicidal animorphy necromancer, and an elf bard. Together all these individuals venture across the land, taking one quest at a time, but what lies into the unknown journey.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ADVENTURESTART
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ADV3NTURE_START
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adventurestart/
Alienphant
Andiius
Andrea Ordoñez is a Printmaking Artist who tries to take blockprinting to the next level. All of her work is handmade and handprinted, from her prints, stamps, and shirts! Her work is inspired by Pokemon and Star Wars, along with other franchises.
Dark Shadows Arts
Hello! I’m Karen Dolk, the artist behind Dark Shadows Arts. My specialty art blends vintage inspired techniques with modern designs. Each piece of bubble glass silhouette art is handcrafted and unique!
You can find me at:
Enzos Studio
Enzo is a Pop Culture Vector Artist who combines his Graphic Design skills with his nerdy side to create art in the form of Stickers, T-shirts, and Prints. His work covers a wide range of Pop Culture characters which brings joy to people from all ages and backgrounds.
Instagram: enzosstudio
Gmoss™
Hailee Bergman
Instagram: hb_artsy_art
Hpaint customs
Hpaint customs is dedicated to creating sustainable artwork for all your favorite fandoms. Using recycled materials, she creates glass paintings, acrylic on canvas’, manga canvases, and skate decks. And carcinogen soy wax candles.
Instagram: hpaintcustoms
Jeff Carrol
A writer, comic book creator and filmmaker. He is pioneering what he calls Hip Hop horror, Sci/fi, and fantasy. His stories always have lots of action and a social edge. He has written and produced 6 films, several comic books and over 15 science fiction and nonfiction books. His short stories have appeared in The Black Science Fiction Society’s anthology and their magazine as well as other anthologies.
Jeff produces The Monster Panel a traveling sci-fi panel which features writers of color in a lively discussion of comic books, movies and Black people. His comic book series Horror Streetz features a variety of black horror stories. He has written in novel, film and comic books. He is also is the Hip Hop dating coach is a leading voice of Hip Hop reform and his book The Hip Hop Dating Guide is used by public schools and community groups nationwide.
Jeff Carroll is also the author of the non-fiction book The Hip Hop Dating Guide. When he is not writing Sci-fi stories he enjoys speaking on Healthy Dating to college and high school students everywhere and goes by Yo Jeff. He writes out of South Florida where he lives with his wife and youngest son.
Juan Navarro
Writer/Artist/Comedian working out of Miami, Florida, for the last 20+ years making Art, Comics, and more.
Find his work on FWACATA.com and @fwacata
Moon Light’s Brush
Nerds Know
A premiere panel and entertainment group bringing quality programming to conventions across North America.
Cos Box
Who hasn’t been in the dreaded costume crunch? Just a week until the con and you have to finish your latest costume! Well this competition takes con crunch to the next level! You will be given just 45 minutes to construct a costume for our panel of judges during your best runway walk. The catch? You can only use the random materials provided in our Cos Box! That’s right! You can only use the random scraps of fabric, wrapping paper, and other random things in the box! However, since we are feeling nice, scissors, tape, and staplers will be provided. That is all you’re getting from us! Contestants can work in groups or alone, but the more the merrier! Fantastic prize packages will be awarded to First, Second,
and Third place. So bring your creativity and create the best con crunch costumes ever!
Orange State Ghostbusters
Ray of Light Art
His journey in art began in 2007 with his medium choice, acrylic paints.. Influences of his early work would include Hip hop, Jazz, and Anime pop Culture.. 2-3 years into his journey of Art, he Stumbled on a technique which he believes to be his own. He has Dubbed this Technique Ray of Light Art.. it allows for certain aspects of a painting to change when illuminated with normal light, or for the painting itself to be changed in its entirety.
He has spent over a Decade crafting this technique and growing its capabilities, with the Hopes of pioneering this craft and sharing it with the world. When his paintings light up, so will your Expression..
Rob Reep
His work has been published in the Monsa Publications books, Stranger Things Tribute, and Joker: The Clown Prince of Crime. He is a huge fan of sci-fi, comic book superheroes, music, and pop culture. All of these worlds often collide in his illustrations and designs.
Rose & Co. Jewelry
Rose & Co. Jewelry was created for anyone who wants to represent their favorite characters through subtle fandom-inspired jewelry. With various designs inspired by Harry Potter, Marvel, Anime and Genshin Impact, you’ll be sure to find some jewelry that catches your eye!
Website: www.roseandcojewelry.etsy.com
Instagram: roseandcojewelry
TikTok: roseandcojewelry
Facebook: roseandcojewelry
Streeter Design Studio
Patricia Streeter is a native New Yorker. Unable to focus in college, she dropped out and got a job. Corporate America was not a fit. So, she pivoted her focus and moved downtown. Soho, NY emerged as an innovative art gallery and fashion community. Soho allowed for the development Industrial sized retail spaces. Pat became involved in the development of one such venture… Le Grande Hotel and Tales of Hoffman was one of first apparel boutiques to open. It was Black owned. Jackie Lewis offered young American designers an audience. Each summer we closed for two months to travel and renew our offerings. Pat used that time to travel and study the art of jewelry making. Retiring to South Florida she continues to study. Teaching others to make beaded jewelry is her joy.
Facebook: streeterdesignstudio
UT0P1-A
Emiknight
Emiknight is a kawaii, gothic themed artist bringing you kawaii merch from anime series, video games as well as some of her original artwork. She finds inspiration in her art from her favorite video games and cute anime series that she enjoys.
Make sure to check out the cute artwork Emi has to offer!
Website: https://emiknight.carrd.co
Email: emiknightart21@gmail.com
G Factor World
Introducing “Genesis Factor,” a creation by Joel John, often referred to as the G-Factor. This multifaceted project encompasses a comic book series, an animated series, and is on the verge of becoming a thriving video game franchise. The G-Factor, born in 2006, has undergone a remarkable evolution to become the captivating product you behold today!
Gremlin Art & Design
Ink Dragon Inc
The proceeds from Allison’s sales go to her non profit The For Paul Foundation, that supports, honors, and helps educate first responders and their families in honor of her father that was killed in the line of duty.
Kayla Easton
Kayla Easton is a South Florida sewist with a passion for anime, video games, cats, and all things fabric and costuming. With a background in technical theater, and a passionate, nerdy, personality, sewing fit perfectly into her lifestyle.
Kayla will share her knowledge and passion at Beyond Comicon. Ensure to check out her Panel: “So you want to sew? Guidance on your first steps into the world of textile creation.”
Instagram: treasuresnoire
Tiktok: treasuresnoire
Ray of Light Art
Tik Tok @Rayoflightartwork
Majik
Paper Lab Studios
Shattermare Media
Hardly Heroes is a cheeky, fantasy/adventure adaptation of our group’s homebrew, D&D adventures. Hardly Heroes is a 32 page, monthly release, with no ads. The only filler is side quests.
We are excited for the continued growth of Hardly Heroes and the expansion of our catalog by bringing in new, talented creators to bring their stories to life as we did for our own.
Tiny Tiny Crafts
OKTAYO
What Makes My Shop Special….
Here at Oktayo, I value the time it takes to make each individual piece by hand.
Each one is made with a clear intention and inspired by my favorite anime/manga series.
This shop was created to provide a creative outlet for me, as well as provide other like- minded anime-lovers distinctive, hand-crafted products!
Instagram: oktayo.animeshop
Website: www.oktayo.com
Only Ducks
Michelle has been making ducks since 2007 but Only Ducks, LLC has been a full- fledged company since 2009. She is a seasoned entrepreneur and creator in the comic book convention scene. Even though rubber ducks are her specialty, she is also known for hand making hats in various shapes and sizes and other creations.
Facebook: OnlyDucks
Instagram: onlyducksoxm
Website: www.onlyducks.com
Email: onlyducks@gmail.com
Purplette Pixiie
Instagram: purplelette_pixiie
UT0P1-A
Wearable Zen
Wearable Zen designs handcrafted one of a kind jewelry, whimsical beaded creations and steampunk inspired pocketwatches as well as unique Boot Bangles and Collar Chains. I have been creating for well over 25 years and it is a passion of mine. Please visit me at
Tik Tok coming soon!!
Wild Inx Studioz
Kenny Calderon is a published professional artist and Illustrator of 20+ years, with notable credits in comic books, graphic art, children’s books, mural painting to name a few.
He is a self taught artist, proficient in both traditional and digital mediums.
He’s the owner/ founder of Wild Inx Studioz, a team of creative professionals with a wide array of artistic disciplines. And a dedicated art instructor of 5+ years with students varying in ages child to adult.
Kenny often attends comic and anime conventions, drawing live and showcasing his work all over the east coast and Puerto Rico.
Recent art credits include:
- ● “Tragedy: The Manga”; published by Philbo Publishing
- ● “Ockee”; written & published by Ezra Pigatt
- ● “The Office Unicorn”; published by A Kid and A Comic imprint.
- ● ”Chronicles of Shara Milase” 1-2
and “Tommy” volume 2; published by Creature Entertainment
- ● “Grace Flynn: The Crimson Scarver”; written & published by Cathalson imprint
- ● “Marvel Premier” Sketch Cards for Marvel Comics/ Upper Deck Trading cards