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Comic Lab

Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett

The podcast about making comics — and making a living from comics! It"s half shop talk, half how-to, and half friendship. WE SQUEEZED IN THREE HALVES. It"s tips and tricks and all the joys of cartooning as a pro. So pull up your drawing chair, put on some headphones, and join us while you draw! And if you like what you hear, join our community at patreon.com/comiclab (For sponsorship inquiries: comiclabpodcast@gmail.com)

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01:03:05

ComicLab LIVE at the National Cartoonists Society...

Comic Lab ·

2024/09/19

Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar take their podcast on the road, recording this episode live at the Comic-Con Museum in San Diego as part of the National Cartoonists Society conference and Reuben Awards celebration! They were joined on stage by Maria Scrivan, Hector Cantu, and Dana Simpson to discuss the pressing issues facing cartoonists in the years to come. On today's show:How are you addressing artificial intelligence?What's working on social media?What are your plans for the next five years?What

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01:05:28

Make it work, make it right, make it fast

Comic Lab ·

2024/09/12

Dave Kellett discusses the three phases of art. First, you're just trying to make it work. Then, you try to make it right. And after you've mastered those, you can begin to make it fast.On today's show:Make it work, make it right, make it fastUPDATE: Danielle Corsetto's lettering tipsUPDATE: Substack Notes adviceUPDATE: KDP and Global ComixSummaryThe hosts discuss the stages of artistic development in comics, starting with making it work, then making it right, and finally making it fast. They

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01:07:17

Patreon and the iOS app

Comic Lab ·

2024/09/05

Apple has initiated a plan to take 30% of all transactions made through the Patreon iOS app. That has caused creators to panic, spreading misinformation and making poorly thought-out claims. Many people trying to explain the situation to their backers got their facts wrong, hurting their own revenue. Dave and Brad sit down and sort out the facts from the friction.On today's show:Dave's Comic-Con report: 5% drop in sales after a 38% rise in the previous yearPatreon and the iOS appUPDATE: Kangaroo

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00:56:43

Kickstarter mistake — confusing rewards with add-ons

Comic Lab ·

2024/08/29

Brad and Dave discuss using rewards and add-ons in a Kickstarter campaign. Then, they tackle the problem of whether your dialogue should feature proper English or your character's "natural" speech.Today's showKickstarter mistake — confusing rewards with add-onsCheck out Dave's Kickstarter at Newdrivebook.comShould you write in proper English?UPDATE: Reuben Awards — two live ComicLab shows on Thursday, Aug. 22How to start at the very beginningSummaryIn this conversation, Brad and Dave discuss their

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01:03:09

Special Guest Co-Host Kevin McShane

Comic Lab ·

2024/08/22

As Brad Guigar travels to Bad Axe, Michigan, to spend a fun-filled week with his family, Kevin McShane steps in to talk comics with Dave Kellett. In this conversation, David and Kevin discuss various topics related to comics, including their experiences with "Love Is" comics at their weddings, the potential future advancements in comic-making technology, and different marketing strategies for sharing comics. They explore the idea of using VR technology to create a more immersive drawing experience,

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00:46:27

Special Guest Co-Host Scott Kurtz — How to make a...

Comic Lab ·

2024/08/15

Show note: Unfortunately, we had some daunting technical difficulties during this recording session, so we had to switch to Zoom to record half of the show.As Dave Kellett recovers from a successful San Diego Comic-Con, Scott Kurtz steps in to help Brad talk about making a graphic novel. In the second half, the two spill some tea over early webcomic history. THIS WEEKHow to make a graphic novelWebcomic history"Table Titans Club" is available at Target stores nationwide, along with Amazon, Barnes &

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01:00:05

How to use a sketchbook

Comic Lab ·

2024/08/08

SHOW NOTE: Brad's microphone had some technical difficulties this week. Please excuse the momentary dip in sound quality. This week, we're talking about the right way to use a sketchbook. Also, is it a good idea to abandon social media completely and replace it with blogging?SUMMARYThe hosts discuss the different ways they use sketchbooks and emphasize that there is no right or wrong way to use them. They encourage listeners to use sketchbooks in a way that feels comfortable and authentic to them

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00:55:07

How to get better faster and faster better

Comic Lab ·

2024/08/01

Sometimes, it seems as if the more your skills improve, the longer it takes to get something done! Shouldn't it be the other way around?! Also... what's the most polite way to tell a comic-con shopper to just stop reading and BUY the danged comic?ON TODAY'S SHOWHow to get better faster and faster betterSites with links to webcomicsStop reading and BUY it!SUMMARYIn this conversation, Brad and Dave discuss speeding up the sketching phase in comics. They also talk about the availability of websites

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01:05:24

How to get subscribers on Substack

Comic Lab ·

2024/07/25

Dave and Brad share proven strategies for building your audience on Substack. Also: What are the best approaches for dummy lettering — lettering that's supposed to be unreadable?TODAY'S SHOWHow to get new sign-ups on SubstackUPDATE: Get your exclusive ComicLab pin at Dave Kellett's booth (#1228) during Comic-Con InternationalUPDATE: The National Cartoonists Society's Reuben Awards will feature TWO live ComicLab showsUPDATE: ComicLab's social-media videosDummy letteringSUMMARYThe hosts discuss

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00:59:43

When to throw in the towel

Comic Lab ·

2024/07/18

Have you ever wanted to just quit? When all seems lost... when you're all out of hope... when you're about to give up, just remember... it can always get worse. Dave and Brad talk about surviving those dark nights of the soul and finding a little light.ON TODAY'S SHOWWhen to throw in the towelUPDATE: Get your exclusive ComicLab pin at Comic-Con International, Booth #1228SUMMARYIn this episode, Brad and Dave discuss moments in their careers when they felt frustrated and wanted to give up. They share

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01:15:55

How to raise your rates on Patreon

Comic Lab ·

2024/07/11

Dave and Brad each realize they must raise their rates on their individual Patreon campaigns. This results in a surprising bout of Impostor Syndrome for Brad that nearly immobilizes him — if not for a meaningful intervention from a trusted friend.SHOW NOTESRaising rates on PatreonUPDATE: Get your exclusive ComicLab enamel pin at Comic-Con International at Booth #1228UPDATE: ComicLab LIVE at NCSWhen is it OK to use regional colloquialisms and idioms?SUMMARYBrad and Dave discuss Brad's decision to

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00:59:01

Special guest Asia Simone

Comic Lab ·

2024/07/04

Marvel/Scholastic illustrator Asia Simone (Instagram, Twitter)shares her experience of illustrating a "Moon Girl & Devil Dinosaur" book, navigating the world of YA graphic novel publishing, and... surviving Brad's studio! Next, a listener asks... "Should I jump to Cara?"TODAY'S SHOWSpecial guest Asia SimoneShould I jump to Cara?San Diego Comic-Com 2024Breaking the 4th WallEDITOR'S NOTEDuring the show, Brad and Dave insisted that Jim Davis rarely breaks the Fourth Wall in "Garfield." They were

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01:03:34

How to build an audience on Substack

Comic Lab ·

2024/06/27

Substack is one of the few social-media newcomers that actually produces visible results. It delivers audience-building, reader retention, advanced messaging, intelligent analytics, savvy promotion, and discovery. Better yet, it has a user interface that's a joy to use. So why are so many cartoonists perplexed by it? Brad and Dave do a deep dive into this new platform and offer strategies for using it effectively.ON TODAY'S SHOWSubstack user guideHow much worldbuilding should you do when you

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01:01:56

Are dad jokes ~bad~ jokes?

Comic Lab ·

2024/06/20

A new father asks if his baby will change how he writes. "Hey, Comics Dads, I'm worried," he says. "Hey, Worried, we're Comics Dads," we reply. And then Dave invites Brad to pull his finger. After they discuss the effects of parenthood on creativity, a friendly zinester writes in to take Brad to task over his dismissal of zines as "nutty."ON TODAY'S SHOWHow does fatherhood affect writing?UPDATE: Google's AI meltdownUPDATE: Zines are not "nutty"UPDATE: Dave may have been wrong about Patreon's free

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00:59:46

It's Friday — am I famous yet?

Comic Lab ·

2024/06/13

After six weeks of working on their comic, a listener asks how soon they can expect to make a living doing this — and gets an earful from Brad and Dave. Plus, Brad and Dave share more of their picks for Reuben Award nominees.In this episode, Brad and Dave discuss the importance of having realistic expectations and enjoying the creative process when making comics. They share their own experiences of how long it took them to see financial success and build an audience. They caution against starting a

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01:09:57

They can't all be winners

Comic Lab ·

2024/06/06

How much of your work would you consider "top tier?" Fifty percent? Twenty percent? And speaking of the top tier, Brad and Dave share a partial list of people they think should be nominated for a Reuben Award this year.In this episode, Brad and Dave discuss the ratio of their work that they consider to be top-tier. They also talk about the benefits of posting comics panel by panel. Next, they share their lists of cartoonists who should be considered for the golden Reuben Award. They also touch on

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01:02:23

Survivorship Bias

Comic Lab ·

2024/05/30

We've all heard successful creators complain that younger hopefuls "just don't want to do the hard work." They disregard the complicated nature of achieving their status and dismiss aspiring novices on the basis of one single factor. Survivorship bias is undoubtedly a result of flawed reasoning. ...But is it bad advice?Brad and Dave discuss survivorship bias in the creative community and its impact on success. They acknowledge that survivorship bias exists but argue that it is not the sole

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01:01:16

Are we 'there' yet?

Comic Lab ·

2024/05/23

How did Brad and Dave know when they'd "made it"? ALSO: Now that you have a website with a blog... what do you write??Brad shares a heartwarming story about his dad's induction into the Michigan High School Bowling Hall of Fame. They discuss the concept of 'making it' as a cartoonist and the different definitions of success. They also address the challenges of rating one's comic in terms of age appropriateness and content warnings. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss how to handle

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01:14:37

How much story is too much story?

Comic Lab ·

2024/05/16

How do you know when you're giving your readers too many details? — or not enough? Where's the sweet spot between action and exposition? We're going deep on storycraft this week! PLUS: Zines, gutters, and distribution!THIS WEEK'S SHOWHow much story to writeShould you be doing a zine?GuttersBordersDistributionYou get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 —Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus

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01:10:12

Social media is dead... now what?

Comic Lab ·

2024/05/09

Having completed their Kickstarters, Dave and Brad review the promotional outreach that delivered the biggest results and make a shocking discovery. Traditionally, social media platforms were the biggest drivers of Kickstarter pledges. But in 2024 they barely made the top ten. That raises an important question: If we can't rely on social media to deliver a Kickstarter pledge — and if it's increasingly difficult to build an audience there — why are we using it?ON TODAY'S SHOWKickstarter post

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