Saturday, April 5th
Join Comic Book and Memorabilia enthusiasts in Ocean City, New Jersey at the OC Con on April 5th-6th, 2025 at the Ocean City Music Pier.
2025 Artists
BOB PETRECCA
Bob Petrecca started his comics career in-house at Marvel Comics as one of John Romita's Raiders in 1990 and has since freelanced his abilities on titles such as Captain America, Thor, Doctor Strange, Toxic Crusader, Hyperkind, What If, Spider-Man, and Wraitheart. Also for DC Comics: JLA, Aquaman, Action Comics, Batman Confidential, Batman/Superman, Birds of Prey, Green Lantern, Justice League Unlimited, and even Scooby Doo!
Bob has also brought his abilities to Upper Deck where he has done full color Marvel art, as well as paintings for Fox's "Firefly: the Verse" 10th anniversary card set and the "Firefly Legendary" card game.
Recently, Bob has been hard at work on another batch of cards for Marvel/Upper Deck as well as bringing to life a very special comics adaptation to rock band The Dear Hunter's album: "Act II: The Meaning Of And All Things Regarding Ms. Leading."
LUKE PETRECCA
After time well spent at both The Kubert School and the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), Luke Petrecca is hitting the ground running with work for Upper Deck, The Dear Hunter, and more!
NEIL VOKES
Neil Vokes has been telling stories in comic books professionally for over 33 years. In 1984, he was assigned the Japanese cartoon based Robotech series for Comico Comics. This led to his co-creating EAGLE which, with his partner Rich Rankin, was self-published for several years through Crystal Comics (their own label.)
As time went on, Neil was lucky to have gotten work in the mainstream books, including: SUPERMAN ADVENTURES, TARZAN THE WARRIOR, UNTOLD TALES OF SPIDER-MAN: STRANGE ENCOUNTERS, TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES, JONNY DEMON, TEENAGENTS, CONGORILLA, NINJAK, PARLIAMENT OF JUSTICE, THE BLACK FOREST 1 & 2 (Bob Tinnell,Todd Livingston and Neil won Rondo Awards for both volumes), THE WICKED WEST 1 & 2, FLESH & BLOOD (Bob and Neil won a "Ghastly Award" for Best Original Graphic Novel) and DR. STRANGE: FROM THE MARVEL VAULT #1. He’s left quite a few out due to space and humility...well, ok...just space.
Neil also did chapter illustrations for two film books: IN ALL SINCERITY, PETER CUSHING by Chris Gullo and VINCENT PRICE: THE ART OF FEAR by Denis Meikle.
Neil has recently finished new EAGLE and DEATH'S DARK ANGEL books, along with DARK TALES FROM THE VOKESVERSE (among others) with writer Jack Herman through the American Mythology company.
That's All, Vokes!
TONY DIGEROLAMO (Sunday Only)
Tony is a New Jersey screenwriter, novelist, comic book writer, game designer and comedian. He is best known for his work on The Simpsons and Bart Simpson comic books. He has also been a joke writer for Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher, a scriptwriter for Space Ghost: Coast to Coast and a blogger for Comedy Central’s Indecision website. He has written screenplays including Mafioso: The Father, The Son starring Leo Rossi. His novels, Fix in Overtime and The Undercover Dragon are available through Padwolf Publishing. After publishing his own comic books (Jersey Devil, The Travelers and The Fix) with SJRP, he eventually got a publishing deal with Kenzer & Company. Kenzer published The Travelers. Tony also wrote Everknights (another Kenzer comic book), as well as the Hacklopedia of Beasts (Volumes 1 thru 8) and Slaughterhouse Indigo (an adventure for the Hackmaster RPG). He also adapted Mark Twain's Personal Reflections of Joan of Arc for Campfire. Performing in the Philly comedy scene for over ten years, Tony performed and directed such improv groups as Next Line Improv, The Cabal, The Ninjas and Bulletproof Giraffe.
Besides writing for various comedy websites, he had a long running comics review column in Knights of the Dinner Table magazine. He was the marketing director for comics publisher, Silent Devil. He is creator of Tony DiGerolamo’s Complete Mafia for d20, creator/biographer for the online webcomic, Super Frat at http://www.superfrat.com, the co-creator of the Webcomic Factory http://www.webcomicfactory.com and writer for the over two dozen webcomics on the Webcomic Factory site including Lester Crenshaw is Still Dead, Pandamodium and Tales of Pizza. He is the writer for F*ck You, I’m Italian: Why We Italians Are Awesome, from Ulysses Press. His current project is a comedy/horror novella series about the hunters of the kin of the Jersey Devil called The Pineys. You can find all his ebooks and books on Amazon and his thoughts on writing and politics on his YouTube, Bitchute, Odysee and Rumble Channels with his cohost, his dog, Joan of Arc.
Galica Graphics (Garland Holloman)
Hello and let’s Go Beyond! Garland Holloman is the lead artist of Galica Graphics. Garland started Galica Graphics as a brand to separate himself from his art but then realized that is impossible because he is his art! Garland focuses on Multimedia Arts and Creative Outlets. He believes that with art we can communicate, cope, and use its creative appeal to touch others. As a freelance artist, Garland has worked with Marvel Comics, Upper Deck, DC Comics, VIBE, and various news outlets. Garland is currently working on expanding Galica Graphics and introducing the world to Galica Galaxy, featuring his own line of heroes and villains. Garland is also looking to work with other artists to continue to grow and share knowledge as he'd like to assist other artists grow their brand and help upcoming artists when possible. Thank you for supporting Galica Graphics by liking, sharing, and reposting artwork, flyers, posts, etc.
Visit www.galicagraphics.com for more artwork, paintings, drawings, clothing art, graphics and graphic design.
NIKO LOPEZ
Niko is an artist and illustrator.
NVYXUS
2025 Appearances by:
Kevin D Cosplay (Sunday Only)
Kevin is a veteran cosplayer and a fixture of East Coast events in years past. He even appeared as Captain America in a Southern NJ comic shop commercial, as Negan in a local restaurant commercial, and as Batman in a local Toy Store commercial. You may have seen him as Batman, Captain America, Wolverine, James Bond, The Comedian, and many more, at just about every major convention on the east coast. His award winning costumes have been featured by multiple online publications including Pop Culture Uncovered, Fan Boy Nation, as well as many others. When not appearing at conventions in his impressive cosplay, Kevin attends charity events as some of his most famous characters as a founding member of the Philadelphia Avengers.
Check out Kevin on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!
Dawnchu (Sunday Only)
Dawnchu is a Southern NJ resident, and has been a fixture in the comic and anime convention circuit for the past few years in the tri-state area. She has hosted many panels and events on anime and the overall Otaku culture, and has watched over 500 anime making her somewhat of an expert on this style of Japanese film and television animation. Her cosplays combine traditional looks, along with her unique gothic fashion.
Shannon Noelle Cosplay (Saturday Only)
Shannon Noelle is a South Jersey native cosplayer of over 13 years. Through cosplay, she has learned many skills such as sewing, foam armor, and 3D Printing, and has been honored to work with companies such as Blizzard Entertainment/the Overwatch League. Shannon believes that anyone can cosplay and loves to see creativity thrive!
Yoshi.Mitsuko
Yoshi is a NJ cosplayer originally from South Jersey, now residing in Orlando, Florida. With over a decade of experience in cosplaying since 2013, they bring to life a wide range of characters from anime, video games, comics, and cartoons. Specializing in wig styling, makeup, and photography, Yoshi loves the creative process and enjoys pushing boundaries by stepping out of their comfort zone. Cosplay has been a journey of self-confidence, skill-building, and having creative freedom for them, with a strong belief that it’s a fun and inclusive hobby for everyone. They aim to inspire others to embrace cosplay and enjoy it in their own unique way.
DeLorean Time Machine
The Tumbler
The Batpod
Check back soon for more updates!
Artist registration
The cost for an Artist’s Table is $20 for the weekend. Payment is only required if your application is approved.
To apply for a table in Artists Alley, please click here.
VENDOR REGISTRATION
If you are interested in being a vendor at the 2025 OC Con, please register online through RecDesk.
Tables are $50 per table with a maximum of two per vendor. Registration will be first come first serve.
Super hero 1 Mile RUN
and
Kids events
Saturday, April 5th, 2025
Register Here!
Ocean City's annual OC CON Comic Book and Memorabilia Show includes a 1 mile Super Hero Run, which encourages costumed characters of all ages to show off their speed. A separate Super Hero running event for kids age 12 and under puts a series of fun challenges in the path of our speedy young crusaders.
RACE AND COURSE INFORMATION
The 1-Mile Super Hero Run starts at 9am on the Boardwalk at the Music Pier, and the out-and-back course goes down the Boardwalk. An awards ceremony is at 10:00am inside the Music Pier. Entry in the one-mile event entitles all 12-and-unders to participate in the Super Hero running events at 9:30am at the Music Pier (racers do not have to check in twice -- they can wear their 1-mile race bibs). After the race, check out OC Con at the Ocean City Music Pier (Boardwalk at Moorlyn Terrace).
REGISTRATION
Online registration: ocnj.recdesk.com
Race-day registration: 1 Mile Race registration 8am to 8:45am at the Ocean City Music Pier (Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk). 1 Mile race start 9am. Kids event registration 9am - 9:30am. Kids event start 9:30am. Same hours for pre-registered packet pickup (race day only).
Super Hero Run registration fees: $15 for 13-and-overs and $10 for 12-and-unders through April 3, 2024. Race-day registration is $20 for 13-and-overs and $15 for 12-and-unders. Registration for 12-and-unders includes both the 1 Mile Run and kids distances.
Obstacle Dash registration fees: $10 for 12-and-unders through April 3, 2024. Race-day registration is $15.
Registration includes: OC CON Super Hero shirt.
Beneficiaries: All proceeds benefit Ocean City Recreation Scholarships and Programs. Entry Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
AWARD CATEGORIES
Super Hero Run: The Top 5 male and Top 5 female racers will be awarded prizes in two age categories: 13-and-over and 12-and-under.
Costumes: Top three
INFORMATION
Race Contact: recreation@ocnj.us or 609-398-6900
JOIN THE FUN AS A RACE VOLUNTEER! Please complete this volunteer form if you can help out in any way.
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