Guest Speakers and Exhibits
guest speakers and exhibits,
At Niagara EduCon, we’ve curated a lineup of captivating exhibits and inspiring speakers who will make the world of comics come to life! Students will meet the creators, writers, artists, and the people behind the voices who bring these worlds to life.
Featured Exhibits
The Evolution of Comics
Travel through time and explore the history of comic books, from their early beginnings to the modern-day icons. This exhibit showcases rare original sketches, first editions, and behind-the-scenes stories from the golden age of comics to today’s blockbuster franchises.
Famous Comic Book Artists
Discover the work of legendary comic artists from across the globe. This exhibit features iconic illustrations, concept art, and the process behind some of the most famous characters ever created.
Animation Studio: From Sketch to Screen
Learn the process of animation, from hand-drawn sketches to full-color animated sequences. This interactive exhibit gives students a chance to see how their favorite animated shows come to life.
Behind the Voices: Iconic Characters Come Alive
Meet the stars of the screen, well the voice behind them anyway, and learn what it takes to be a voice artist for some of the worlds most famous cartoons and big screen films.
Meet Our Guest Speakers
We’re thrilled to introduce our lineup of guest speakers—industry professionals who have shaped the world of comics, animation, and storytelling. Get ready for inspiring talks, interactive Q&A sessions, and exclusive meet-and-greets!
Scott Innes
Voice of Scooby Doo
- Bio: Scott Innes is the legendary voice actor behind some of the most beloved cartoon characters, including Scooby-Doo. With a career spanning over five decades, Scott Innes has voiced countless animated characters and continues to bring joy to audiences worldwide.
- Fun Fact: Scott Innes first voiced Scooby-Doo in 2002 and has been a core part of the series ever since!
Bob Camp
Legendary cartoon creator for Nickelodeon, of Ren and Stimpy fame.
- Bio: Bob Camp is an animator, writer, cartoonist, comic book artist, storyboard artist, director, and producer.
He is best known for founding Spümcø the animation studio that created The Ren & Stimpy show and his work for The Ren & Stimpy Show. He has been nominated for two Emmys,[a CableACE Award, and an Annie Award for his work on The Ren & Stimpy Show.In the 1980s, Camp worked at Marvel Comics as an illustrator on many comic titles including G.I. Joe, Crazy Magazine, Bizarre Adventures, Savage Tales, Conan the Barbarian, and The ‘Nam.
In the 2000s, Camp worked as a storyboard artist on animated feature films such as Looney Tunes: Back in Action and Ice Age: The Meltdown, and also as a director on Robotboy.
Currently Bob works with Nickelodeon and Sponge Bob Productions.
Bill Diamond
Bill Diamond Puppeteer
- Bio: Bill Diamond, is an American puppeteer, puppet fabricator, and producer. Bill Diamond has been working in television production, puppet creation and animation for his entire career.
Bill created the Stuffin Puppets in the late 70’s, worked on shows like “Stuffy’s Place” and “Bill Diamond’s Land of the Moonshins” in the 80’s and created “Dr. Rock’s Dinosaur Adventure” for Fox Television in the 90’s.
Bill built and operated the puppets for the “Little Shop of Horrors” road tours that have traveled across the country since the 80’s. - Fun Fact: Bill worked for Jim Henson at his New York office, and has won three Emmy Awards for his work on the YES Network.
Bill Diamond
Bill Diamond Puppeteer
- Bio: Bill Diamond, is an American puppeteer, puppet fabricator, and producer. Bill Diamond has been working in television production, puppet creation and animation for his entire career.
Bill created the Stuffin Puppets in the late 70’s, worked on shows like “Stuffy’s Place” and “Bill Diamond’s Land of the Moonshins” in the 80’s and created “Dr. Rock’s Dinosaur Adventure” for Fox Television in the 90’s.
Bill built and operated the puppets for the “Little Shop of Horrors” road tours that have traveled across the country since the 80’s. - Fun Fact: Bill worked for Jim Henson at his New York office, and has won three Emmy Awards for his work on the YES Network.
Scott Innes
Voice of Scooby Doo
- Bio: Scott Innes is the legendary voice actor behind some of the most beloved cartoon characters, including Scooby-Doo. With a career spanning over five decades, Scott Innes has voiced countless animated characters and continues to bring joy to audiences worldwide.
- Fun Fact: Scott Innes first voiced Scooby-Doo in 2002 and has been a core part of the series ever since!
Dan Parent
an artist and writer for Archie Comics
- Bio: Dan Parent is an American comic book artist and writer best known for his work for Archie Comics. A graduate of The Kubert School, Dan has been working at Archie Comics for 35 years. His writing of the Love Showdown series from 1994 received widespread attention. Dan has also written and/or illustrated for DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Felix the Cat Productions, Mattel, IDW,Boom, Valiant Comics, Chapterhouse comics and Harpercollins to name a few. Dan created Archie’s first openly gay character, Kevin Keller.
- Fun Fact: Kevin Keller has become Archie Comic’s most popular character in decades, who is also a key character on the TV series, Riverdale.