Announcing Comic Creator and Illustrator
Tadd Galusha
Tadd is an Alaskan-based professional comic creator and illustrator.
He started his career as a background illustrator and commercial storyboard artist in Portland, Oregon. Soon after working with major publishers on properties such as Godzilla, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, GI Joe, and King Kong. 2019 marked a breakout year with the release of his creator-owned dinosaur epic, “Cretaceous.” Since he’s embraced the independent and small press comic scenes, while still illustrating commercially for publishers and production studios with recent projects, such as the Paleo-American series “The First Americans,” “Casey Jones,” and the soon-to-be-released documentary film “The Bear Kid.” Currently he is illustrating the limited series “Showdown” from Ignition Press.
Through the Anchorage Museum, Tadd also coordinates and hosts “Panel Breaks,” a monthly workshop geared toward educating and curating a local community of Alaskan comic creators.”
Announcing Ryan Wells
As a Cosplay Contest Judge:
With years of experience as a professional cosplayer, Ryan has worked with the Jim Henson Company, Stan Winston School of Character Design, Netflix, Nike, and more. Now an Art Director, he also has over a decade of experience in costume, prop, and set design.
Announcing Katie Colleen
As a Cosplay Contest Judge:
Announcing Fabrickind
As a Cosplay Contest Judge:
Fabrickind is a Seattle-based queer cosplayer, educator, and longtime creative whose work bridges technical craftsmanship with accessible teaching. With over two decades of experience in costume design and fabrication, they’ve contributed to major platforms like Cosplay Tutorial and presented at conventions across the country. A master-level competitor and award-winning builder, Fabrickind is equally recognized for their dedication to education, offering panels, workshops, and hands-on guidance that empower cosplayers of all skill levels to refine their craft and bring ambitious ideas to life.
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