Comic Guests
Keith Tucker
An Emmy Award-winning veteran of the animation and comics industries, Keith boasts a prolific career spanning some of the most iconic franchises in pop culture. His extensive storyboard credits include legendary series like Animaniacs, Transformers, X-Men, and DuckTales, while his film work ranges from special effects on Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan to storyboarding for RoboCop 3. A versatile illustrator, Keith has also spent years as a cover artist for Disney Comics and has contributed to numerous graphic novels and magazines. With a portfolio that bridges the gap between Saturday morning classics and cinematic favorites, he remains a cornerstone of professional visual storytelling.
Warren Montgomery
Based in Portland, Oregon, Warren is a seasoned freelance artist and publisher with 38 years of experience in the comic book industry. A prolific letterer and colorist, he has collaborated with major houses like Dark Horse, Scholastic, and Boom! Studios on popular titles such as Adventure Time, Lumberjanes, and Sweet Valley Twins. Beyond his technical work, Warren is an accomplished cover artist for Airship 27 Productions and the head of Will Lill Comics, where he publishes titles like John Kirby: Firefox. Whether he's crafting fan art of Godzilla or working on high-profile crossovers, Warren remains a versatile staple of the indie and mainstream comics scenes.
Cosplay Guests
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AbbyCat Cosplay
AbbyCat Cosplay is a professional and award winning cosplayer who has been cosplaying for 6
years. She is the moderator for the SheProp! Presentation Panel Series And frequent
contributor to Team Totoro Cosplay. AbbyCat is known for her upcycled approach to gathering
materials as well as a love for whimsical and comedic cosplays and characters. Her goal is to
make amazing cosplay from surprising materials, make people laugh, and have fun while doing
it.
Beverly Downen
Beverly Downen is the founder of Downen Creative Studios and a respected creator, educator, and voice in the international cosplay and maker communities. She’s known for her detailed EVA foam work and pop culture–inspired builds. Her collaborations include brands like Marvel, Worbla, Smooth-On, Siser, Surebonder, and Plasti Dip, with whom she helped launch Craft, a product line created for cosplayers. Her instructional book Cosplayer’s Ultimate Guide to EVA Foam was featured as one of Adam Savage’s "Favorite Things" in 2023. Beverly has led over 40 workshops across the U.S. as a dedicated cosplay educator. She is the founder of SheProp, a community supporting female, non-binary, and transgender makers. She also served as Associate Producer and a featured cast member of the docuseries Alter Egos, now available on Amazon Prime.
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Sign Up for Beverly's Build-A-Totoro Workshop here.
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Buck Potter
Based in Eugene, Oregon, Buck Potter is a multidisciplinary maker and theatrical designer who has spent over a decade bridging the gap between the stage and the comic book world. With a background in Technical Theatre Design—specializing in sets, lighting, and props—Buck brings a professional level of craftsmanship to the cosplay scene. He is best known for his inventive mashups and gritty reinterpretations, including his signature "Mandalordian," Grog Strongjaw from Critical Role, and Steampunk Beast. A seasoned creator and tabletop enthusiast, Buck is thrilled to join the 2026 Westside Comic Con as a guest, panelist, and judge this May.
