Ah, Baltimore Comic Con. It’s been about 16 years since I’ve been to Baltimore, and I really missed it. It was so nice to see the enjoyment factor didn’t change at all.
Held at the Baltimore Convention Center, right by the Inner Harbor, it’s pretty easy to get to. Also with it being right in town, you are not trapped there like the Javtiz Center in New York.
The was a great selection of comic pros, vendors, and amazing cosplayers. Here’s a little highlight reel:
There were some great panels as well. Pros talking about their careers. How to fundraise through Crowdfunding. To things like the psyche of superheroes. There really was a panel for everyone.
And there is plenty for the kids. Pros that create kids’ comics, to panels. Very family friends.
There was a great selection of vendors. Most of the cons I’ve been going to, most of the vendors only sell POPs. It was very diverse. I was able to score some trades for my collection I’ve been seeking.
The reason why I like Baltimore Comic Con, to some of the other cons, is the main focus is the comics. Most of the other cons focus more on the media guests, but Baltimore it’s still the comic pros that are the king. Plus they are extremely approachable.
The cosplayers were just incredible. There was seriously a lot talent in these costumes. In fact, Baltimore has a cosplay contest.
And speaking of contests, Baltimore also hosts the Ringo Awards. These are the awards that a celebration of the making of comics. I can’t wait to see the winners.
The con runners have this down to a T. The isles weren’t crowded and everything was well laid out. And the lines for the guests were maintained and didn’t block anything. A nice flow of traffic.
I was so glad to get back to Baltimore Comic Con and I look forward to going back again next year!
Anthony Andujar Jr. 
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