Hometown Heroes-Steve Ditko Exhibit

10/08/2025

Have you seen the latest addition to the Steve Ditko Innovators Studio?

Zack Kruse (director) and Matt White (videographer) of the upcoming Ditko documentary, in collaboration with Bottle Works and Ditko Ink, have developed this projection display highlighting the incredible Steve Ditko!

DITKO filmmaker Matt White conceived and constructed the art installation with longevity in mind. “The idea is that through video, animation, and still images, we can create a captivating entry point for Ditko’s art. Something that speaks to everyone and invites them to explore who he was,” White says. Kruse adds that the installation is designed to be flexible and updatable so that it can grow with Bottle Works’ celebration of Ditko’s contributions.

You can find the trailers for "Ditko" on our Steve Ditko Innovators Studio page on our website.

Stop into the Bottle Works and see the display today!

09/22/2025

We are thrilled to announce special guest, author Jack C. Harris, for this week's Ditko Con Mini-con 2025! Jack is the author of Working With Ditko. This illustrated volume is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience the creative comic book process by one of the industry’s most revered creators, as seen through the eyes of one of his most frequent collaborators!

Come meet Jack and here what he has to say this coming Saturday! Tickets are available on our website.

Ditko Con 2025 is proudly sponsored by Ditko Ink, WJAC-TV News, Harrigan's Cafe & Wine Deck, and DitkoVerse

09/20/2025

Bottle Works Executive Director Matthew Lamb promised comics enthusiasts and fans of legendary comic artist and Johnstown native Steve Ditko "some special moments" at this year's Ditko Con.

09/17/2025

First person who shows up AT the shop today (Not posting a comment) who can answer correctly: what Steve Ditko comic this image is an homage to gets $20 in store credit to use TODAY!

WHAT?!
This is a page from the "Squonk Tales of Sadness" ashcan (available at the Bottle Works Ethnic Arts Center) which features Joe Fogle's Coyote character in a very cryptid themed scene BUT it is inspired by another Mysterious comic cover!

(We cannot wait for Ditko Mini Con Saturday September 27!)

We're OPEN New Comic Book Day Wednesday 1:00 to 6:00.....will you be the first Ditko fan to visit today with the right answer to WIN $20 in store credit!

09/17/2025

Ditko Con Mini-con 2025! is less than two weeks away, and we are buzzing over welcoming special guest, Javier Hernandez. Among many other things, Javier is the creator of comic book series, El Mu**to. This series was turned into a movie that starred Wilmer Valderrama in 2007!

Have you got your tickets for this star-studded event yet? Don't wait! They're going fast. Visit our website to purchase your tickets today.

Ditko Con 2025 is proudly sponsored by Ditko Ink, WJAC-TV News, Harrigan's Cafe & Wine Deck, and DitkoVerse.

09/15/2025

Ditko Con Mini-con 2025! is inching closer! We are thrilled to be welcoming Tom Scioli, a Pittsburgh author and artist, to Bottle Works.

Ticket prices start at $10 ⇢ https://bottleworks.org/bw-special-events/

Ditko Con 2025 is proudly sponsored by Ditko Ink, WJAC-TV News, Harrigan's Cafe & Wine Deck, and DitkoVerse

09/13/2025

Ditko Con Mini-con 2025! is quickly approaching, and Bottle Works is geeking out about welcoming Khoi Pham Art and Mentoring. Khoi is an accomplished Marvel and DC artist and mentor.

Grab your tickets today → https://bottleworks.org/bw-special-events/

This event is proudly sponsored by Ditko Ink, WJAC-TV News, Harrigan's Cafe & Wine Deck, and DitkoVerse

09/03/2025

BW Special Events Jackie’s Garden Works Rooftop Garden Anniversary Celebration! Friday August 15 from 5-10 PM It’s a 3rd Friday on 3rd Avenue and Bottle Works is celebrating the five-year anniversary of Jackie’s Garden Works Green Roof! Join us for dinner and drinks on Johnstown’s most uniqu...

08/09/2025

06/19/2025

Get your tickets for Ditko Con 2025!

Look at that guest list!!!

Stay tuned for some upcoming announcements on panels, VIP swag, exclusive offerings, and more!

Don't miss this event along the road to D100!

06/12/2025

Came across this image and was thrilled to see that Steve Ditko's name was prominent.

While his time with Spider-Man may have been shorter than others, you can't deny that he made the character what it is today and paved the way for all of the other names on this list!

Join us for Ditko Con 2025 on September 27 and help us celebrate his legacy!!!