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Although we typically focus on the bright side of being independent cartoonists, a listener asks us to address the downside of webcomics. We'll talk about time management, burnout, financial insecurity, and reader interactions. Then we realize that all those drawbacks have one very important thing in common — and it's not what you'd expect!
TODAY’S SHOW
- ComicLab gets someone engaged!
- The worst parts of being a webcartoonist.
- Creativity isn’t always consistent.
- Success doesn’t eliminate insecurity.
- The business work never disappears.
- Webcomics demand interaction.
- The drawbacks are the flip side of the benefits!
- Is the direct market disappearing?
- Grieve the comic-shop dream—and move forward.
- Getting outside your comfort zone.
- Comedy can strengthen dramatic storytelling.
- Beware the shiny object.
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Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.
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