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Please welcome back to Granitecon… DOUG JONES!

Doug Jones is perhaps one of the most brilliant actors of our time. Some say he is this generations “Boris Karloff”! Doug’s career spans numerous years in television and on film, currently Doug can be seen as Cmdr. Saru in CBS’ “Star Trek Discovery” (perhaps one of the best “Trek” series to hit airways)! He […]

Please welcome, Kevin Eastman!

APPEARING SATURDAY & SUNDAY ONLY! Born in Portland, Maine in 1962 Kevin Eastman began drawing at a very young age. copying children’s books and reading comics. Inspired by master storyteller Jack Kirby, and later by self publishing creators Richard Corben, Vaughn Bode, and Dave Sim, all his early work focused more on Science Fiction influences […]

We’re Back For 2022!

As we wrap up 2021 we want to thank all of our fans for their support this year. It was so nice being back in person with you! We have BIG plans for 2022 and here’s a taste of what’s to come! In 2022 we are adding Friday to our schedule making us a 3 […]

Please Welcome, Dave Barclay!

*DAVE IS BRINGING HIS YODA REPLICA PUPPET FOR PHOTO OPS* A second generation puppeteer, David Barclay was hired by Lucasfilm and Stuart Freeborn to work on “The Empire Strikes Back” as part of the Yoda build crew. While on set, one of the assistants to Frank Oz, the chief puppeteer for Yoda, became ill and […]

Please welcome, Todd Dezago!

Todd Dezago is a writer best known for his work in comics. He has written for Marvel, DC Comics, Image, Dark Horse, Scout Comics and others. His credits include scripting the adventures of Spider-Man, X-Factor, the X-Men, the Avengers, Marvel Super Hero Squad, the Justice League, Flash, Impulse, Batman, and was co-creator of Young Justice. […]

11th Annual Costume Contest!

Cosplayers! Get ready for our 11th Annual Costume Contest! Saturday, Sept. 18th, DoubleTree by Hilton, 5:30 pm Follow this link for contest rules & registration information: www.granitecon.com/costume-contest/ Contest Registration will be at the convention ONLY this year! Registration will be at Cosplace in the Fan Zone (Armory). Tickets: www.granitecon.com/buy-tickets/ Guests: www.granitecon.com/guests/ 2019 Map: www.granitecon.com/venue/ Granite […]

Please welcome, Ed Smith!

A New England born and raised cartoonist, who grew up watching and learning the finer points of comic books and cartoons. He grew up to earn a background in illustrating and production for just about any method and media, while still keeping his interests rooted in comic books and cartoons. His work has been produced […]

Please welcome, Redfield Design!

Redfield spends her day teaching high school students what it takes to be a Professional Seamstress as well as the ins and outs of technical theater life. Outside of work, she is building award winning cosplays, placing as a Master Stitcher and Foam Smith. She encourages everyone to be creative and think outside the box. […]

Please welcome, Bill Walko!

Bill Walko is a Connecticut based artist with a concentration in children’s properties, promotional advertising and comic book art. Bill’s work has been published in The New York Times, DC Comics, Archie Comics and a number of independent publishers. His unique animated style has been featured in national advertising campaigns, notably AriZona Beverage’s “SHAQ-Fu Punch” and at […]

Please welcome, Silhouette Cosplay!

Award-winning Boston cosplayer Silhouette has a closet full of Lokis… totally normal. With a love of textures and an eye for fine detailing, her many-layered cosplay builds are full of appreciation for the importance of storytelling in costuming. Some of her more complex creations take her well over a year from conception to completion. While […]