If you thought I was lying on a beach somewhere, you are thoroughly mistaken! Here’s part of what I’ve been up to this past year or so. Probably the busiest time of my life ever – and still is. Watch … Continue reading
Tag Archives: studio
ProFile: Lukas Ketner
Lukas Ketner is the artist and co-creator of Witch Doctor, the hit launch title for Robert Kirkman’s Skybound imprint at Image Comics. He was a 2009 nominee for the Russ Manning Award for his Witch Doctor work, which has earned … Continue reading
How to Choose the Right Drawing Table
If you are serious about your craft, having a workspace dedicated to your art is essential. Even if you’ve gone digital, you need somewhere to put your Cintiq and be comfortable, since you’re going to be stuck at that desk for … Continue reading
Drawing for a Living – Podcast episode 29
listen to ‘Drawing-for-a-Living-Comics-for-Beginners-podcast-Episode-29’ on audioBoom Inspired by an article Molly Crappable wrote on freelance life, I sat down and had a discussion with myself about what it takes to survive as a one-man army. If you’re a struggling freelancer or … Continue reading
Comics for Beginners podcast episode 25 – Periscope Studio with Steve Lieber
listen to ‘Comics-for-Beginners-podcast-episode-25-Periscope-Studio-with-Steve-Lieber’ on Audioboo “There’s a reason why they punish prisoners by putting them in solitary”. Steve Lieber, long time comics pro and the current artist on The Superior Foes of Spider-Man, speaks highly of the studio environment. And … Continue reading
Video: Tools of the Trade
What are the “right” tools for making comics? Luckily there is no answer set in stone, you can use whatever tools you feel most comfortable with! In this video I demonstrate some of what I use – see if you … Continue reading
What if I can’t afford a studio space?
I often give aspiring artist the advice to get a studio space with peers, to help boost your creative skills and work ethic. But an office in town is pricey and what if you live in a place where there … Continue reading
Working from home – Comics for Beginners podcast episode 19
listen to ‘Working from home – Comics for Beginners podcast episode 19’ on Audioboo Working out of your house can be tough – especially if you have a demanding family with little or no respect for your need to be … Continue reading
Dean Haspiel Short Cuts to Making Better Comics – Comics for Beginners podcast episode 15
listen to ‘Dean Haspiel Short Cuts to Making Better Comics – Comics for Beginners podcast episode 15’ on Audioboo Emmy-award winning artist Dean Haspiel gives some insights on the craft and business of comics, the benefits of being part of … Continue reading