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Comic Lab

The podcast about making comics — and making a living from comics! It

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Crushing a kid's dreams from 2023-05-25T10:00

Today's show is sponsored by Dreamhost! If you want to own and control your own work, Dreamhost can help you get started.

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Resolutions for 2018 from 2022-03-07T11:07:04.417938

Welcome to ComicLab: The podcast about making comics, and making a living from comics! If you loved Webcomics Weekly, you're gonna love this show: It's half shop-talk, half how-to, and half frie...

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Resolutions for 2018 from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.280804

Welcome to ComicLab: The podcast about making comics, and making a living from comics! If you loved Webcomics Weekly, you're gonna love this show: It's half shop-talk, half how-to, and half friends...

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Darkest Career Fears (feat. Jake parker) from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.276098

ComicLab co-hosts Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar welcome special guest Jake Parker — creator of Inktober and stand-out cartoonist/children's book illustrator — to talk shop. They discuss their deepes...

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Better Writing Through Editing, and Collaborator Contracts from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.274598

Today on ComicLab, we're going deep on one of the most important (and least-talked-about) aspects of cartooning — Editing! We also take our first patron-submitted question, and it's all about contr...

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Rethinking longform comics from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.270995

This week, as Dave Kellett preps for this weekend's Emerald City Comic Con, he asks co-host Brad Guigar if this should be the last time he exhibits at the show. Then, Dave and Brad discuss some new...

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Ryan North talks about writing, ideas, creativity, and zinc from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.249343

Dave Kellett and and Brad Guigar welcome Ryan North, two-time Eisner Award winner, creator of Dinosaur Comics and writer for Marvel Comics' Squirrel Girl. We discuss his upcoming book, How to Inven...

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Comics awards, pen names and warm-up sketches from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.245942

The Eisner Award nominations were announced, and there's a lot to talk about! Then it's on to questions from out Patreon backers. In a social-media landscape that favors branding the creators thems...

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Special Guest Gloria Calderón Kellett on writing from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.241680

This week on the show we're thrilled to welcome the creative powerhouse Gloria Calderón Kellett. Well-known for the critically acclaimed relaunch of "One Day At A Time," she is a show-runner, write...

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Special guest Zach Weinersmith from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.238624

Webcomic veterans Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar welcome webcomics star Zach Weinersmith of SMBC, cerator of BAHfest, and author of several books including Soonish. BUT FIRST: Dave puzzles over the i...

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NSFW comics... any regrets? from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.195507

When a listener asks how to recover after a failed con, Brad launches into a discussion of the gambler’s mentality of comic conventions. THEN, if a key to success is making good comics, what should...

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You're not talented. And that's good news from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.194447

Some fan mail revives the topic of the “punch word” in writing humor. THEN, Brad has some news for you: You’re not talented. And, actually, that’s good news. NEXT, a listener asks what we listen to...

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Live, on tape, from Huntsville, Alabama from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.190367

Brad and Dave discuss the agony of Kickstarter panic. THEN Dave gets some advice on using one's own photo on social media. NEXT, a patron asks about brainstorming. THEN another patron asks about th...

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Special guest Kazu Kibuishi from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.186839

Webcomics workhorses Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking shop with  Kazu Kibuishi on the eve of the release of his eighth volume of his graphic-novel series, "Amulet." TheNew York Times Best-S...

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Special guest Ngozi Ukazu from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.183816

Webcomics weirdos Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking comics with Ngozi Ukazu, creator of “Check, Please.” She talks sports comics, art school, self-publishing, and a wide range of creative ch...

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What level of Patreon support denotes success? from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.182574

 Cartoonists Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking shop! This week, they’re talking about avoiding boredom, and they take a deep dive on grappling with self-doubt. THEN they talk about how they ...

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Under the blanket with Brad from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.179383

Cartoonists Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking shop! Redbubble has killed off its support for print-on-demand calendars. Should you be doing the same? ALSO, how to prepare for a portfolio rev...

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Special Guest Kevin McShane from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.175888

Webcomics pros [Dave Kellett][1] and [Brad Guigar][2] talk social-media strategy with Kevin McShane of Buzzfeed, the Lusty Horde, and more! BUT FIRST, Dave marvels over [the exercise craze of the b...

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Planning Out 2019 from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.174810

Dave and Brad are planning 2019 — PLUS, Steve McGarry from the National Cartoonist Society drops in to talk about NCSFest in Huntington Beach, Calif, May 17-19, 2019.

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Kryptonite razors, hypnotic glasses and ennui from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.171820

Webcomics pros Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar discuss a tweet by Nate Powell that has everyone talking. This Eisner-winning cartoonist claims his income breaks down to about $455 a month!

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What's your creative process? from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.168527

Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett are talkin' comics! In this episode, each cartoonist offers a step-by-step guide to their creative process — from the idea stage to posting the finished comic. Then, th...

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Special Guest Tony Cliff from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.165225

Cartoonists Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking shop! On this week’s ComicLab we have an interview with Tony Cliff, creator of delilahdirk.com

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Special guest Jake Parker talks publishing contracts and comic cons from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.161999

Cartoonists Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett welcome Mr. Inktober himself — Jake Parker. Jake talks about why he recently turned down a publishing contract... at the considerable risk of being labeled ...

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Special guest Chris Hallbeck talks Instagram from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.161213

This week, Chris Hallbeck joins us to talk Instagram strategy. He was one of the first cartoonists to see the potential in the social media platform, and his comics Maximumble and Pepple & Wren are...

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Live from Dave's living room from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.157865

With Brad visiting Dave in Los Angeles to attend NCSFest, the guys take the opportunity to record a rare show originating from the same ZIP code. The guys talk about how webcomics — which started i...

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Father's Day thoughts from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.154576

In this episode, a question-asker asks if you can spur creativity by changing the layout of your studio. NEXT, the guys take a moment to talk about their fathers — and the influence their dads have...

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Dave's Comic Con International recap from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.151365

Dave Kellett has returned from San Diego, after spending a week exhibiting at Comic Con International, and he brought stories and analysis with him.

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Launching a webcomic for the very first time from 2022-02-22T03:15:36.150287

This episoide of ComicLab is sponsored by [Wacom](http://wacom.com)! Now that Dave Kellett is settled in from his trip to San Diego for Comic Con International, so it's time for Brad Guigar and him...

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Finding the Funny from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.993168

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by Wacom! In this week's show, the guys discuss tips and strategies to improve your humor writing. Then, a question-asker asks if it...

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Analysis Paralysis from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.989072

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by Wacom! In this week's show, the ComicLab guys discuss analysis from paralysis! How do you stop overthinking a project?! Also, in this show, an update on Bra...

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Commission accomplished! from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.983378

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by Wacom! In this week's show, the ComicLab guys talk about art commissions. What are some best practices — and how can you avoid common mistakes?

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Special Guest Beth Reidmiller from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.978758

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by Wacom! On this week's show, the ComicLab guys discuss unexpected outcomes of webcomics success. Plus, Beth Reidmiller, th...

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The Best Of 2019 from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.975668

The season finale of ComicLab is sponsored by Wacom! To celebrate the new year, the ComicLab guys are taking a look back on some of their favorite moments from 2019.

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Buying advertising from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.974114

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by Wacom! On this week's show, the ComicLab guys talk about buying advertising. Actually, the discussion centers more closely on where NOT to buy ads. Then the...

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Submitting work to the Eisners from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.956289

What's the best process for submitting your work to the Eisner Award committee? Dave and Brad get some great advice from Jackie Estrada, who has been in charge of the awards since 1990. But first, ...

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Patreon Capital — is it predatory lending? from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.947254

Todays show is brought to you by Wacom — makers of the incredible Wacom One! Patreon has announced a new initiative called Patreon Capital that many have compared to predatory payday loans — but is...

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Special Guest Lar deSouza from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.940519

Todays show is brought to you by Wacom — makers of the incredible Wacom One! This week, the ComicLab guys talk shop with Lar deSouza of Least I Could Do and Looking For Group.

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Special Guest Karl Kerschl from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.939770

Today's show is brought to you by Wacom — makers of the incredible Wacom One! This week, the ComicLab guys talk shop with Karl Kerschl of The Abominable Charles Christopher and Isola.

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The Best Software for Publishing Webcomics from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.895987

This week, Dave and Brad talk about the best Content Management System (CMS) for publishing webcomics. Toocheke is brand new, and Brad's a big fan.

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Is Art School Worth It? from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.892095

As colleges and universities make the move to virtual learning this fall, is art school worth the money? Plus lettering original art to improve sales.

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Special Guest Gloria Calderón Kellett from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.888370

As the coronavirus crisis looms over TV and movie production, Brad thinks this is a great time to pitch your comic as an animated project. Gloria Calderón Kellett, co-showrunner of the critically-...

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What's in a name? Cartoonist, creator, comics artist...? from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.886552

Today's show is brought to you by Wacom — makers of the incredible Wacom One! This week, Dave and Brad discuss what we should call ourselves — cartoonist, creator, comics artist, or what?

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How do you do an empathy? from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.873281

Brad and Dave talk about writing characters from outside your own personal experience. Empathy as a writing tool! Then, a listener says they're losing interest in their comic — can Dave and Brad help?

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Patreon Annual Membership from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.870147

Patreon has unveiled Annual Membership — should you promote it to your backers? Also... the USPS, sound effects and navigating politics.

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Artisting hurdles from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.866899

Dave and Brad talk about the hurdles they've experienced as artists. And then, when a prominent arts educator advocates for the use of "Poor Man's Copyright," Brad's head nearly explodes.

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Nobody wants to hear "Support Me on Patreon" from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.865667

If your outreach is "Support me on Patreon," you're delivering a tone-deaf message. We're going to talk about getting more backer by adjusting your pitch. PLUS... ComicLab has its first official li...

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Is it OK to use photo reference? from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.851654

A ComicLab listener asks for the story behind Brad and Dave's friendship. Then the guys discuss whether it's OK to use photo reference.

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Blessings in disguise from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.848249

This week, the guys talk about blessings in disguise — moments when they didn't achieve a goal they greatly desired... and later found out that succeeding would have made their lives WORSE.

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The Best of ComicLab 2020 from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.844170

To help ring in 2021, let's take one more look back at some of the moments that made us happy to be creating comics during a particularly challenging year.

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Self-Publishing a Book from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.840968

This week, Dave and Brad take several questions about self-publishing. From the best way to build an audience to handling overseas shipping — it's all about getting your work into print!

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An Artist's Job vs their Goal from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.837871

We're thrilled to welcome our new sponsor, Bonjoro — an amazing app that enables you to quickly send personalized welcome and thank you videos to your readers, clients, patrons, or backers. Dave a...

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Comics history from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.836466

Today's episode is sponsored by Bonjoro.com — an amazing app that enables you to quickly send personalized welcome and thank you videos to your readers, clients, patrons, or backers. Dave and Bra...

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NFTs for comics? from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.796339

It's the hot topic in art — NFTs. We'll discuss what it is and whether it's the future of valuing digital art.

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Patreon Power Hour from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.795549

Dave and Brad spend the hour talking about Patreon best practices — how to position your Patreon for success!

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Special Guest Nick Seluk from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.792224

This week, Brad and Dave talk comics with Nick Seluk, creator of The Awkward Yeti and Heart and Brain.

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Don't get distracted! from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.788685

The fine art of not getting distracted! Also: Should you be posting in a vertical scroll?

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Accepting Criticism from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.785043

Are you obligated to accept criticism from... anyone?? Kickstarter launches a new Add-on feature, and the benefits of both digital and traditional coloring techniques.

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Delaying gratification from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.784267

Delaying gratification is extra hard when you're a comics artist. Also, Brad is seething with jealousy when Patreon asks Dave to be an ambassador.

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Finding your voice as a writer from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.780897

Dave shares his strategy for meeting his Kickstarter goal in the opening days — and juicing the algorithm — by using Patreon!

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Email newsletter management from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.777134

We're talking about building your email newsletter. Also — have you ever considered ending your comic and starting something new?

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Beginnings and Endings from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.776252

We're talking about posting your very first comic, and later we'll talk about how to write a good ending.

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Death and Comics from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.772804

Countdown to Show 200! How to handle death without offending your readers. Also — facing Writer's Block wile writing a long storyline requires special handling.

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Rekindling an old flame from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.769226

This week, a cartoonist asks about going back to a project they abandoned. Dave shares some strong advice. Brad sings his.

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Book-signing blues from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.765464

Signing a book for a fan — what could be more delightful? But where do you sign and what do you write?? It's surprisingly complicated, and we're going to unravel it all for you.

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Composing scenes from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.764711

How do you compose a scene within a panel? Also, Dave offers a deep dive on his writing process.

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Planning Out 2022 from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.761269

Dave and Brad share their plans for the coming year.

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Is fanart legal? from 2022-02-22T03:15:35.757754

Is fanart legal? Is Reddit worth the effort? Should we abandon Tumblr? We tackle all this and more!

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Gumroad's NFT problem from 2022-02-17T11:00

Cartoonists Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett discuss the recent self-immolation of Gumroad on Twitter — over NFTs! We'll be talking drawing boards, about cartooning after retirement, and how to title ...

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Social Media is Making Me Crazy from 2022-02-10T11:00

Is social media making you crazy? We discuss ways to regain sanity. Also: a reader asks how to get the maximum impact for their very first post.

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Predictions for 2022 from 2022-01-27T11:00

Cartoonists Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar share their predictions for the new year! Today's show is brought to you by Wacom! Wacom is the maker of the powerful, professional, portable Wacom One! 

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Kickstarter's blockchain announcement from 2022-01-20T11:00

We'll discuss Kickstarter's recent blockchain announcement. Was it the right move? Will they change course? Is it time to find an alternative?

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Making NSFW Comics with Special Guest Erika Moen from 2022-01-13T11:00

Erika Moen joins us for a show dedicated to questions about creating NSFW comics! If you've ever wanted to make sexy comics for the 18+ crowd, this show is for you!

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Drawing naked from 2021-12-30T11:00

Should your characters wear clothes? — And if so, what kind of clothes should they wear?? Also, a soon-to-be-married cartoonists wonders about whether they should change their social-media branding...

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Happy holidays! from 2021-12-23T11:00

The holidays are here! This is the time to throttle back and enjoy a little time with family and friends. Your readers will be there when you return because — honestly — they're too busy with their...

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A Nice Gesture from 2021-12-16T11:00

This week we're talking about gesture, expression, and the fundamental importance of Harold Zoid. Brought to you by Wacom.com and Comicbookfonts.com

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Drawing challenges from 2021-11-25T05:00

Now that all of the October drawing challenges are over, we ask if the participation is really worth it.

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Writing Character Motivations: Wants vs Needs from 2021-11-18T11:00

When you're writing a character's motivation, what's the difference between Want and Need? Also... how do you deal with a guilt-tripping reader.

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Is Netflix the goal? from 2021-11-11T11:00

This week, we wonder whether getting an animated series on a streaming service is the new brass ring for cartoonists.

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Start with a website from 2021-10-28T10:00

We're going back to Webcomics 101. We'll be talking about using the Web to build an audience.

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How to find an audience for a longform comic from 2021-10-14T10:00

Creators of longform comics face unique challenges in building an audience on the Web. Or do they?

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How to Beat Writer's Block from 2021-09-30T10:00

After a debilitating bout with Writer's Block in episode 191, Brad Guigar shares how he overcame it, and started creating again. Also, what the shipping crisis could mean for small business this ho...

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Will Substack change comics? from 2021-09-23T10:00

Recently, a number of top Marvel/DC writers announced they're jumping to Substack, a subscription-based email-newsletter platform. Will this have a ripple effect throughout comics, webcomics, webto...

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Kickstarter — What's working and what's not from 2021-09-16T10:00

Kickstarter — what's working, what's not, and how you can improve your campaign.

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The ideal career path for comics from 2021-08-26T10:00

We're talking about the ideal career path for comics! Also, Dave has a wonderful Kickstarter strategy involving "just for fun" Stretch Goals.

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Juggling multiple projects from 2021-08-19T10:00

We're talking about juggling multiple projects, sound effects, and Patreon's solution to the VAT dilemma!

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Exhibiting at your first comic con from 2021-08-12T10:00

This week, we're devoting a special hour-and-a-half episode to advice for exhibiting at comic conventions!

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Pride and Joy from 2021-07-29T10:00

Are you self-conscious about self-promotion? Talk about your Pride or talk about your Joy.

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The Pulitzer No-Prize for Editorial Cartooning from 2021-07-22T10:00

For the second year in a row, the Pulitzer Prize board snubs the editorial cartoonists who were nominated. What gives?! We'll also discuss how to attract a collaborator. Which is better for writing...

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What's your elevator pitch? from 2021-07-15T10:00

What's your elevator pitch? If you had to sum up your comic for a new reader, could you do it effectively in under 60 seconds?

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2014 - the most important year in webcomics from 2021-06-24T10:00

If there was ever a pivotal year in webcomics, it was 2014. Ad-blockers, social media, crowdfunding, and so much more happened in exactly the right order to deliver independent cartoonists to the b...

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Impostor Syndrome from 2021-06-17T10:00

In 2018, an art teacher wrote in to ask why it was that they could never seem to finish a comic.This week, the art teacher writes back with an update — and it's a doozy!

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Brad Guigar is a TikTok star from 2021-06-10T10:00

One of his TikTok videos goes viral — and Brad spends the next two weeks getting very, very distracted.

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Seeing your comics in other media from 2021-05-27T10:00

Writing your comics with other media in mind. Also: Artfol... is it the next big social media for artists?

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Dividing a graphic novel into story beats from 2021-05-20T10:00

Brad and Dave discuss writing through story beats. PLUS — coping with low readers interaction

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Many Legs Under the Table from 2021-05-13T10:00

Brad and Dave discuss building a comics business with multiple revenue streams.

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Launching a new comic... how to get started from 2021-04-29T10:00

How do you get started when you're launching a new comic? Also, Facebook's algorithm isn't censorship. And how to account for shipping costs on Kickstarter!

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Who were the cartoonists who wrote you a map for your career? from 2021-04-22T10:00

Brad and Dave talk about the cartoonists who guided their careers. Plus — is it better to work on comics piece-by-piece or set up an assembly line?

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Special Guest Tauhid Bondia from 2021-04-15T10:00

Brad and Dave welcome "Crabgrass" creator Tauhid Bondia. Plus — how do you know if you're good?

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Craptastic to Fantastic from 2021-03-25T10:00

Dave and Brad talk about how BAD their early comics were. Plus — the comics your readers love best can sometimes be the ones you put the least work into. What gives?!?

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Mirror Research vs Market Research from 2021-03-18T10:00

This week, Dave and Brad discuss the difference between Mirror Research and Market Research.

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How To Get Lucky from 2021-02-25T11:00

Dave and Brad discuss the importance of "luck" in your creative success — and how you can increase the chances of that happening.

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Creative Motivation from 2021-02-18T11:00

Dave and Brad ask, "What's your motivation to create?" Are you doing this for the "right" reasons?

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The Best Advice we Never Wanted from 2021-02-11T11:00

Dave and Brad talk about the best advice they never wanted — those "truth hurts" moments that changed their careers.

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Planning Out 2021 from 2021-01-28T11:00

This week, Dave and Brad talk about making plans in 2021. Will there be a return to conventions? Will Kickstarter remain reliable? How will global finances affect independent creators?

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Paying it Forward from 2021-01-21T11:00

A listener asks about origins the "paying it forward" nature of Brad and Dave. They talk about their mentorship philosophies in the first part of the show.

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Slice of Life Comics from 2021-01-14T11:00

This week, Brad and Dave discuss "slice of life" comics — and why using that term might not be the best promotional strategy.

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Making 2021 a Success from 2020-12-31T15:32:17

This week, Brad and Dave have some thoughts about finding success in the new year.

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What's in a name? from 2020-12-24T11:00

This week, Brad and Dave talk about crafting names for the characters, places and objects in your comic.

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Beginner's Guide: How to Start Your Own Webcomic from 2020-12-17T11:00

Let's talk about getting started. We have ten suggestions for anyone who wants to start publishing their own comic on the Web.

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And That's Why I Self-Publish from 2020-12-10T11:00

This week, Brad inaugurates a new segment called "And That's Why I Self-Publish!" Next: A site that scraped exclusive Patreon content bites the dust, and we learn from the experience.

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Writing Comedy: Do You Choose the Dark Side or the Light Side? from 2020-11-26T11:00

This week, a ComicLab listener asks if it's better to write from anger or from love. Also: Is January a bad time to launch a new webcomic?

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What does it mean to be a "cartoonist" in today's world? from 2020-11-19T11:00

This week, a ComicLab listener writes in to inform Dave and Brad that neither of them "actually have a cartoonist's job." To put it lightly, the guys disagree.

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How to be a good mentor from 2020-10-29T09:00

A ComicLab listener asks Brad and Dave about their philosophies on mentoring or coaching younger cartoonists. And another listener asks if Brad's advice makes it harder to succeed.

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Special Guest Keith Knight from 2020-10-22T10:00

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What's in a (domain) name? from 2020-10-15T10:00

A ComicLab listener is trying to decide on a domain name for their comic, and Brad nad Dave have some advice. Then, Brad has an easy way to tell if your promotional outreach is actually spam.

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Special Guest Erika Moen discusses mental health from 2020-09-24T10:00:05

Today's show is brought to you by Wacom — makers of the incredible Wacom One! This week, our friend Erika Moen joins us to talk about one of the most important topics we've ever covered on ComicLab...

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Setting an emotional hook from 2020-09-17T10:00:04

We've discussed the benefits of beginning a story in media res. But action isn't going to do the trick alone. You need to set an emotional hook. We'll talk about how to do that today.

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Plagiarism from 2020-09-10T10:00:32

This week, we're talking about using a joke that you didn't write. That topic leads into a discussion of the controversy that exploded after Alphonso Dunn posted a video accusing Jake Parker of pl...

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Is a black-and-white comic still viable? from 2020-08-27T09:50:18

Brad and Dave talk about black-and-white comics — are they still viable in today's publishing landscape?

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Finding other cartoonists in your region from 2020-08-20T10:00:03

Brad and Dave talk about ways to find other cartoonists and comics creators in your local area. Also — exclusives work great on Patreon ... and a side story to your main comic story is a great way ...

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Running a Virtual Comic Convention from 2020-08-13T09:50:06

Brad and Dave talk about their experience running their first virtual comic convention! PLUS — Dave talks about his third Eisner Award nomination and his second self-administered haircut... both of...

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The 8-Pages Rule from 2020-07-30T09:00:01

This week, Brad and Dave recall a guideline for reader retention from the early days of webcomics that's a relevant today as it was then — the 8-Pages Rule.

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Creating your own Writers' Room from 2020-07-23T09:00:05

This week, a Patreon backer asks how they can build their own Writers' Room.

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Special Guest Terry Blas from 2020-07-16T23:00:31

Today's show is brought to you by Wacom — makers of the incredible Wacom One! This week, Dave and Brad welcome the incredible Terry Blas to the show!

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2020 Goals Revisited from 2020-06-25T09:00:13

At the beginning of the year, Dave and Brad shared their goals for the year. But that was before the world was turned upside-down by the coronavirus pandemic. The guys discuss what has changed over...

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Special Guest Scott Kurtz from 2020-06-18T10:00:10

This week, Dave and Brad welcome Scott Kurtz for a mini-reunion of Webcomics Weekly! Scott discusses his decision to reboot his comic PvP for the third time!

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Special Guest Karla Pacheco from 2020-06-11T10:00:09

This week, Dave and Brad welcome the delightful Karla Pacheco, writer of Spider-Woman, Bettie Page and, of course, Inspector Pancakes.

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Special Guest Cat Farris from 2020-05-28T10:00:22

Today's show is brought to you by Wacom — makers of the incredible Wacom One! This week, Dave and Brad welcome the marvelous Cat Farris, illustrator of My Boyfriend is a Bear and the forthcoming Gh...

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Supportive Life Partners from 2020-05-21T10:00:08

Dave and Brad talk about their most important creative partners — their wives.

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Lore Olympus vs Webtoons from 2020-05-14T10:00:11

Recently Webtoons spoiled a reveal in "Lore Olympus" that the creator, Rachel Smythe, had been building towards for years. Dave and Brad return to the topic they broached at the beginning of the ye...

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What's the word on word balloons? from 2020-04-30T09:00:08

This week, Dave and Brad drill down deep on a crucial topic in comics — word balloons! Then Dave talks about his recent Kickstarter, and why it didn't fund. Plus... how will the global pandemic aff...

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Special Guest Gale Galligan from 2020-04-23T10:00:18

This week, the ComicLab guys talk shop with Gale Galligan, creator of the bestselling Babysitter's Club graphic novels. See all of Gale's latest at Galesaur.com.

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Comics Under Quarantine from 2020-04-16T09:00:03

Dave and Brad are devoting the entire show to topics related to the coronavirus pandemic: Working from home, crowdfunding, writing and monetizing.

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Managing a long-distance collaboration from 2020-03-26T10:00:15

Todays show is brought to you by Wacom — makers of the incredible Wacom One! Collaborations are a great way to make comics. But what if your parter is in another time zone — or another country? How...

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Kickstarter workers vote to unionize from 2020-03-19T09:00:15

Todays show is brought to you by Wacom — makers of the incredible Wacom One! Kickstarter has become the first major tech start-up to unionize. Plus, Brad and Dave have been invited to do a live pod...

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Coronavirus, conventions and cartoonists in crisis from 2020-03-12T10:00:03

With fears of a coronavirus outbreak in Seattle causing scores of cancellations at this week's Emerald City Comicon, Dave Kellett reaches for his master's thesis on cartooning during WWII to discus...

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Have you ever wanted to quit? from 2020-02-27T13:00:24

This week, a Patreon backer asks, "Have you ever wanted to quit?" Then, the guys talk about lettering out loud, copy/paste social media and online privacy.

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What are the top three strips of all time? from 2020-02-20T11:00:20

What are the top three comic strips of all time? Dave and Brad shre their lists ‚ and combine to share a list of overall best strips. But first, Dave's dog has a nemesis, and it's a cat that channe...

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Changing gears on Patreon from 2020-02-13T11:00:02

How do you change gears on Patreon once your backers have gotten used to certain rewards? But first, did you know Sha-Na-Na opened for Jimi Hendrix at Woodstock?

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Finding a mentor from 2020-01-30T11:00:13

How do you find a comics mentor? How could you become one? We talk about the importance of mentorships — and how to get involved in one.

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Should you build your audience on Webtoons? from 2020-01-23T11:00:06

Webtoons is a popular platform for independent comics publishers. But with practically no options for reader outreach, is it worth the effort? But first, Dave shares his vacation waterslide adventu...

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Live by the platform, die by the platform from 2020-01-16T11:00:05

From YouTube’s new policy regarding Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) to SmackJeeves' site-wide changes, the ComicLab guys realize that living by the platform can mean dying by the p...

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Hand lettering from 2019-12-26T11:00:11

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by Wacom! On this week's show, the ComicLab guys talk about hand lettering. How can someone beat the learning curve? Then, Dave pitches a superhero comic, whil...

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Autobiographical comics from 2019-12-19T11:00:06

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by Wacom! On this week's show, the ComicLab guys discuss the strategy behind creating a comic solely for the film rights. Is...

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Hiring an editor from 2019-12-12T11:00:13

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by Wacom! On this week's show, the ComicLab guys talk about hiring an editor. It's more than catching spelling errors. A good editor can help craft your story.

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Patreon Assembly from 2019-11-28T10:00:12

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by Wacom! On this week's show, the ComicLab guys discuss Patreon Assembly. Did it live up to the hype — or have they missed an opportunity to foster creator gr...

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Pro Tips Sample! from 2019-11-27T18:20:05

Today is the LAST DAY to sign up for our Special Offer at Patreon.com/ComicLab! And here’s a special sneak-peek of what you’ll get when you join: A Patreon-exclusive “Pro Tips” episode. When you jo...

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Who Can Save a Stumbling Kickstarter? from 2019-11-21T11:00:04

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by Wacom! On this week's show, the ComicLab guys discuss the importance of allowing a failing Kickstarter to come to its natural end. Also: what are Patreon fo...

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Special Guest Tom Richmond from 2019-11-14T11:00:10

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by Wacom! On this week's show, the ComicLab guys are joined by MAD magazine's Tom Richmond to talk about caricature.

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Pandering ...or Positioning? from 2019-10-31T09:00:01

Is it pandering to create comics that your readers are more likely to respond to? Then, a listener asks if Dave's aware that Clip Studio Paint doesn't have a CMYK mode? And does it matter? Finally,...

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Social media has evolved... have you? from 2019-10-24T10:00:14

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by Wacom! In this week's show, the ComicLab guys discuss "The Webcomics Business Model." What is it, anyway?? Also, social media has evolved, but many independ...

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New to ComicLab? from 2019-10-22T17:41:20

Here's a taste of what's in store for you when you join us on ComicLab — the podcast about making comics, and making a living from comics! If you loved Webcomics Weekly, you're gonna love this show...

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Kickstarter's anti-union policies from 2019-10-17T09:00:04

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by Wacom! In this week's show, the ComicLab guys discuss Kickstarter's decision to fire workers who tried to unionize. Also on today's show, the USPS has decid...

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ComicLab enamel pins! from 2019-10-10T09:00:06

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by Wacom! In this week's show, the ComicLab guys discuss how big a comic's cast of characters should be. Also on the show: Improving your comic by varying the ...

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One-, Three-, and Five-Year Plans from 2019-09-26T09:00:02

The ComicLab guys share their plans for the next one year, three years, and five years.

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Ensure killed my pappy from 2019-09-19T10:00:09

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by [Wacom](wacom.com)! In this week's show, the ComicLab guys discuss how converting to a digital workflow on Cintiqs improved their time management. Also, how...

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Branding happiness from 2019-09-12T10:00:35

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by [Wacom](http://wacom.com)! In this week's show, the guys discuss all of the lessons Dave learned on his trip to Disneyland — from cool-hunting pins to brand...

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Tell us your First Time Story (printing books, that is) from 2019-08-29T10:00:08

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by [Wacom](wacom.com)! In this week's show, a listener asks if they guys carry around sketchbooks in their everyday lives. Also, the guys talk about their Firs...

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What do you want to be remembered for? from 2019-08-22T10:00:11

This episode of ComicLab is sponsored by [Wacom](http://wacom.com)! In this week's show, the guys talk about the long paths they took to become full-time cartoonists. Then, they look at the importa...

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A typical day in the studio from 2019-08-15T10:00:06

Today's show is sponsored by [Wacom](http://wacom.com)! Cartoonists Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett are talkin' comics. The guys talk about how their drawing styles evolved, and then detail what a typ...

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If social media delivers only 1% engagement, what's the point? from 2019-07-25T09:00:09

A listener asks: If social-media delivers only a 1% engagement, what hope does one have in building an audience?

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Getting better engagement on social media from 2019-07-18T10:00:21

This week, Dave and Brad discuss...
* Increasing engagement on social media
* An improved hashtag strategy for Instagram
* When — and how — to ask for help
* Which comes first in wr...

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Special Guest Dylan Meconis from 2019-07-11T10:00:10

In this episode, Dave and Brad talk to Dylan Meconis about her new book, Queen of the Sea!

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The menace of Arrival Fallacy from 2019-06-27T10:00:02

Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett talk about Arrival Fallacy, and how it lures creators into a treadmill of despair! THEN a Patreon backer asks how Brad "NSFW" Guigar could possibly be disturbed by Publ...

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Choosing a title for your comic from 2019-06-20T10:00:16

What's in a name? A lot — as Dave can tell you. He shares the troubles he experienced by naming his strip after a character who has since faded into the background.

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LIVE! from NCSFest from 2019-06-13T10:00:18

LIVE! (on tape) from Huntington Beach, it's a special episode of ComicLab recorded during NCSFest. Brad and Dave talk about webcomics publishing becoming more centralized, our optimism for the futu...

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Special guest David Malki shares his writing process from 2019-05-30T10:00:16

David Malki, of Wondermark fame, joins us for an in-depth discussion of his writing process — and more!

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Would you still do a comic — even if nobody ever read it? from 2019-05-22T10:00:07

This week on Comic Lab, a listener asks: "Would you still do a comic — even if nobody was reading it?"

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Dave Kellett's review of Alaska Robotics' Comics Camp from 2019-05-15T10:00:04

Dave Kellett attended Comics Camp, an event hosted by Alaska Robotics, and he's back — filled to the brim with joy and enthusiasm — from this annual retreat/comic convention.

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Designing an effective cover from 2019-04-24T10:00:03

This week, Dave talks about his new Kickstarter, and the guys share tips on cover design!

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Working with a Collaborator from 2019-04-17T09:50:03

This week on ComicLab, Brad turns fifty and runs away to Mexico. We're going to be at NCSFest. Nominations for the 'Ringo Awards are now open. Plus: Working with a collaborator, Kickstarter for com...

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Writing yourself into a corner from 2019-04-10T10:00:20

On this week’s ComicLab the fellas talk about writing yourself into a corner. NEXT a question-asker asks "is my Patreon reward tier too high?" And FINALLY, they grapple with this — if they could ti...

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Dave's Emerald City Comicon Recap from 2019-03-27T10:00:38

Dave Kellett has returned from ECCC, and Brad wants to know how it went. Dave shares a few stories from the convention, but Guigar wants to know: Did he do well enough to justify coming back next y...

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The Joys of Artisanal success from 2019-03-20T10:05:04

Cartoonists Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking shop! Going back to the discussion of publishers vs crowdfunding: What really brings you success? THEN, selling Patreon rewards on different pla...

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Crowdfunding - Diversifying vs Duplicating from 2019-03-13T10:00:41

Webcomics pros Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking comics! In this episode, they discuss the secrets of Instagram tagging. THEN ... if a backer asks you to add a crowdfunding platform to Patre...

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The perils of Magic Number Thinking from 2019-02-27T10:00

Brad and Dave discuss what percentage of your readership you can expect to become Patreon backers. Then, they make suggestions on how many tiers a first-time Kickstarter campaign should have. And f...

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You can't teach a new dog old tricks from 2019-02-20T11:00

Brad shares an AMAZING fact he learned about teaching business to art-school students. They don't want it. They don't think they need it, and they resist attempts to expose them to it! It turns out...

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The danger of "at all costs" success from 2019-02-13T11:00

The guys talk about the cartoonist from history that they would have most appreciated a chance to be tutored by. Then, Dave delivers an update on how Backerkit has been working out for him. After t...

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When longtime readers stop reading from 2019-01-30T11:00

Webcomics pros Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking comics! In this episode, they discuss what you should do when you realize you've lost longtime readers. Then, where should you work, when you...

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Guigar's Law of merchandise from 2019-01-23T11:01

Webcomics pros Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking comics! In this episode, Brad makes another lasting contribution to webcomics: Guigar's Law — The first person to comment that they'd buy a c...

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Pro No Tip from 2019-01-16T11:00

Webcomics pros Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking comics! In this episode, they discuss best practices for sound effects and promoting longform comics on social media. NEXT, they discuss "Cha...

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2018: What worked and what didn't from 2018-12-26T11:00

Webcomics pros Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar look back over another year in webcomics and discuss what worked really well — and what didn't. BUT FIRST, Dave marvels over the British idiom, "hard che...

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Why you should be planning a Patreon Special Offer NOW from 2018-12-20T11:00

Webcomics pros Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar discuss the Patreon Special Offer — and why comics artists should be using it.

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Drilling deep on Patreon — and more from 2018-12-13T06:00

Still reeling from an action-packed weekend at PatreCon, the guys are talking Patreon! For example — should you hide your Patreon numbers or display proudly how much you're earning? And what do you...

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PatreCon from 2018-11-29T06:00

Cartoonists Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking shop! Brad flew out to Los Angeles to attend PatreCon with his podcastin' pal Dave. Today, they talk about what they thought of the conference i...

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Special Guest Alex Heberling from 2018-11-22T11:00

Cartoonists Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are joined by the wonderful Alex Heberling to talk shop! They talk about handling discouragement and burn-out, staying motivated, and taking time for self-c...

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Are you a webcomics hustler? from 2018-11-15T11:00

Cartoonists Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking shop! When a Patreon backer asks for tips on hustling and networking, Brad gets uncomfortable. Then, the guys struggle to make sense of demograp...

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“Muaauughhh, the French… champagne…” from 2018-10-25T10:00

When a Patreon backer hits the viral jackpot, they wonder if it wasn’t fool’s gold. This turns into a discussion of smart online marketing, how publishing religious content is like posting NSFW com...

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Special Guest Jake Parker discusses Inktober from 2018-10-18T10:00

Webcomics watchmen Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking Inktober with  Jake Parker, the founder of Inktober. They discuss Inktober, how it started, and where it’s going. Also... is it OK to use...

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Special guest Lex Fajardo, Senior Editor, Charles Schulz Studio from 2018-10-11T10:00

Webcomics wranglers Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking shop with  Lex Fajardo. He's an Eisner Award winner, Senior Editor of Charles Schulz Studios, and the creator of his own comic series Ki...

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Generating Buzz on Twitter from 2018-09-27T11:18

Webcomics warriors Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking shop! They discuss why you should be encouraging people to follow your Kickstarter campaign — and how it translates into big money in th...

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Should you reboot? from 2018-09-20T10:00

Webcomics wannabes Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking shop! The guys discuss the monthly Patreon dip — what it means and why you shouldn't freak out. THEN Dave talks about why he lays out his...

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Why do we hate thought balloons? from 2018-09-13T10:00

Webcomics whackos Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking shop! Brad took a four-week vacation from his comic this summer, and he says it’s the smartest thing he has ever done. THEN we take anothe...

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Special guest Dylan Meconis discusses longform comics and developing a critical eye from 2018-08-30T10:00

Webcomics wardens Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are joined this week by “The Long Con” writer, Dylan Meconis. They discuss ways in which an artist can improve their critical eye. NEXT, a listener as...

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Special guest Katie Lane gives legal advice to comics artists from 2018-08-23T10:00

Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are joined this week by lawyer-to-the-comics-stars, Katie Lane. She has some advice on attempting the elusive “working vacation.” THEN she discusses the legal questions...

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Comic Con International from 2018-08-16T10:00

Webcomics warlocks Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar talkin’ shop! Dave Kellett has returned from his 20th appearance at Comic Con International in San Diego — and it was a huge success! He shares the s...

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How to negotiate a contract from 2018-07-26T10:00

Webcomics warriors Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar are talking about making comics. Several webcartoonists hosted on LINE Webtoons were nominated for ‘Ringo Awards. Is it the new hotbed of webcomics t...

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Allowing your drawing style to mature from 2018-07-19T10:00

In a previous episode, both artists came out against re-working old comics… until one of Dave’s “Drive” readers pointed out that he had done it himself before the first “Drive” book was released! T...

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Comics lettering — The invisible art from 2018-07-12T10:00

Webcomic veterans Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar talk about the contentious controversies caused in creating comics! For example, a discussion about using an exclamation point in a sound effect leads...

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How to get more Patreon pledges from 2018-06-29T10:00

Webcomic veterans Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar tackle another collection of questions about the care and feeding of cartoonists. FIRST, Danielle Corsetto's GWS collection leads to a discussion of h...

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Unfulfilled goals (feat. Scott Kurtz) from 2018-06-21T10:00

Dave and Brad are thrilled to welcome our longtime friend and Webcomics Weekly co-host Scott Kurtz to the show. Ten years after collaborating on the How To Make Webcomics book (along with Kris Stra...

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Starting comics later in life from 2018-06-14T10:00

Webcomic veterans Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar tackle another bushel of questions from creative professionals! FIRST, they share advice for people who are starting their first steps into cartooning...

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Cartooning advice for beginners, DRM-free PDF strategy, and storyline-driven comic strips from 2018-05-30T13:00:33

Great news! We have a DISCOUNT CODE for Bonjoro — exclusively for our $5+ Patreon backers! NEXT: Dave and Brad drill deep on the ubiquitous DRM-free PDF. We discuss what it is, why we use it, and h...

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Bonjoro, narrative clarity and the quest for an original idea from 2018-05-24T10:00

Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar take a full one-eighty on Bonjoro. After trashing it last episode, they're ready to sing its praises as a game-changer in crowdfunding and web publishing. Find out what...

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Special guest Erika Moen talks about photo reference, character design, diversity and inclusion from 2018-05-17T10:00

Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar welcome Erika Moen, creator of OhJoySexToy. They talk about her currently running Kickstarter to launch a collection of sex-education cartoons. Then, the gang tackles s...

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Motivation, underperforming Patreon tiers, and trying something new from 2018-05-10T10:00

We recorded Drunk ComicLab Saturday, and boy are our livers tired. Brad and Dave talk about the fun they had recording this upcoming Patreon-exclusive show. Then a listener asks: "How to you stay m...

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Handling negative comments and clingy fans from 2018-04-26T10:00

Dave and Brad field some tough questions about the best ways to handle negative comments and clingy fans. They also discuss using Instagram stories for comics promotion and strategies for writing l...

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Hashing out hashtags, online gag comics and update schedules from 2018-04-19T10:00

Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar answer a wide variety of questions submitted by Patreon backers, such as: Are gag comics sustainable on the Web? We'll ask Dave, who has been doing a gag comic for 20 y...

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Listener Questions — I can't finish a comic once it's started! from 2018-04-12T10:00

Brad and Dave tackle listener questions! First, a high-school art teacher asks why they can't seem to finish a project once it's started. And then, the guys list some Dos and Don'ts for people who ...

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Danielle Corsetto talks about Patreon, quitting Facebook, and ending a comic from 2018-03-29T10:00

We're joined by webcomics OG Danielle Corsetto. She shares her unique perspective on Patreon, and she has some advice for last week's question about choosing the best comic convention — TCAF! Her s...

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Kickstarter advice that really worked! Plus Backerkit, social media repetitiveness and more from 2018-03-23T09:00

One of our backers sent in a question about longform comics and the continuous scroll presentation on the Web. Is it better than conventional previous-next navigation-button presentation? And that ...

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Patreon rewards that work, writer's block and comics awards from 2018-03-15T09:00

Brad Guigar went to Patreon On Tour / NYC conference, and he brought back tons of useful advice from the crowdfunding giant. Learn how to get more backers and make more money. Then, he and co-host ...

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Comic Con Strategy: Commissions, Merchandise, and Publishing from 2018-03-10T11:00

Dave returns from Emerald City Comicon with stories from the show. Was the show a success? What did he learn from tabling with Jake Parker? What did Jake learn from him? Will Dave go next year? And...

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How to Handle Patreon-Exclusive Content from 2018-02-21T09:00

Today on ComicLab, we're taking questions from our Patreon backers: What do you do when you're more invested than your collaborator? When starting a new comic online, is it even worth it to start a...

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Growing your Readership (feat. Dylan Meconis) from 2018-02-15T04:01:19

The wonderful Dylan Meconis joins Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett to take a question from a Patreon backer who wants advice on growing their readership. Another backer asks about finding balance betwe...

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Best Cartooning Advice Ever from 2018-01-23T21:14:35

Dave makes a rather emotional decision — to pulp most of the unsold copies of one of his titles. Then, they each share the best cartooning advice they ever got. Interestingly enough, Brad's came fr...

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Why Transparency Matters (feat. Lucy Bellwood) from 2018-01-17T00:09:36

This week, Brad and Dave welcome professional adventure cartoonist Lucy Bellwood. Lucy delivered a jaw-droppingly honest look at the life of a professional freelancer at the XOXO Festival last year...

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Why Comics? from 2018-01-12T15:52:43

Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar talk about what brought them to cartooning — and more importantly, why have they stuck with it for 20 years. It's a deceptively important question to ask yourself as a ...

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