In this episode of the How to Draw Comics Podcast, I catch up with Peter Simeti, the founder of Alterna Comics! Peter's just launched his brand-new printing service that's gives indie creators more opportunity than ever before to get their comic printed for a reasonable price - through the magic, and pure nostalgia of old-school newsprint! Whether you're just starting out sketching your first panels or you're knee-deep in self-publishing your own series, Peter always has awesome insights to share. We chat about everything from avoiding common printing pitfalls, choosing the right formats for your story, to building a sustainable career in indie comics publishing. If you've ever dreamed of holding your own printed comic in your hands, this conversation is for you! A huge thanks to Peter for joining me - make sure to check out Alterna Comics and their new printing services at newsprintcomics.com. And if you’re looking to seriously level up your drawing skills, check out the How to Draw Comics Academy, with full-length tutorials, live coaching, critique sessions, and more: https://www.howtodrawcomicsacademy.com/

We’re back with another episode of the How to Draw Comics Podcast, and tonight I’m joined by writer and comic creator Michael Oden, the man behind Elysian Fields: Reborn. In this episode, we’re unpacking the comic creation process from the writing side. Michael shares what it’s like working with artists, what he personally looks for when choosing them, and how the journey unfolds from the first draft to the printed book. This is the kind of stuff that doesn’t always get talked about, but it’s absolutely essential if you’re looking to work with a writer or build out your own project. We’re also diving into Michael’s latest Kickstarter campaign for Elysian Fields: Reborn, talking story, worldbuilding, and what it takes to successfully launch an indie comic into the world. If you want to check out the campaign and support the project, you can back it here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/elysianfields/elysian-fields-reborn And if you’re looking to seriously level up your drawing skills, check out the How to Draw Comics Academy, with full-length tutorials, live coaching, critique sessions, and more: https://www.howtodrawcomicsacademy.com/

So guess what? We're finally back - and boy, do we have a treat for you. Remember those epic 90s comics that used to keep you up way past bedtime? The ones with art so cool you'd try to copy it onto every notebook you owned? Yeah, we're diving into all of that good stuff. We've got Patrick Blaine hanging out with us, and between you and me, this conversation is gonna be like that awesome chat you have with your friend at the comic shop - you know, the one where you lose track of time and the staff has to politely kick you out? Here's what we're gonna geek out about: • All the stuff that made 90s comics absolutely rock (you know what we're talking about!) • How to get that same awesome vibe in your own art (without straight-up copying) • The real deal about turning your comic dreams into actual books • And yeah, how to make some cash while you're at it Oh! And Patrick's got this super cool project called ThunderBeast 509 that you're gonna want to check out (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/moonlightning/thunderbeast-509-issue-1). Trust me, it's giving me all those classic vibes we grew up loving. By the way... if you're sitting there thinking "I wish I could draw like that," well, have I got news for you! Hop over to How to Draw Comics Academy (https://www.howtodrawcomicsacademy.com/) - it's basically like having a pro artist buddy showing you the ropes. So grab your favorite snack, get comfy, and come hang out with us. Can't wait to see you there!

🎓 For more comic art tips, tricks and tutorials sign up to our email list, for FREE, at: https://www.howtodrawcomics.net/ Do you ever find yourself laying down lines on a fresh page wondering why the heck nothing's working out the way you want it too? You know you're better than this. You've got the skills. So what gives? Why are your characters just not looking right? Their poses feel unimaginative, anatomy falls flat, and overall you're just feeling more uninspired the further you get into it. Why's this happening? Well, it's because you need to properly boot up the drawing system, kick yourself into gear and submit to the 'zone'. In this episode of the How to Draw Comics. NET Podcast I talk about the series of steps I go through to find my drawing rhythm. To make sure I wind out with the most ideal, drawn representation of my idea I can come up with. If you're feeling like your drawings could do with a little boost, the tips I'll be sharing here tonight might help you out. -Clayton

Today on the Creator Spotlight I invite Joshua Derstine back to talk about his debut comic book AMAROK. We'll be discussing his workflow and approach to illustrating the book, the appeal of ultra-detailed line art, and where he wants to take his talents next. Click here now to back AMAROK: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/amarok#/ 🎓 For more comic art tips, tricks and tutorials sign up to our email list, for FREE, at: https://www.howtodrawcomics.net/

Are you ready to learn from a pro in the comic book industry? Look no further! We're thrilled to have Mark Poulton joining us on our latest episode. Mark is a true hustler in the world of comics, consistently putting out incredible work. And he's here to share his wisdom and insights on what it takes to make it in this competitive field. But that's not all! Mark will also be giving us a sneak peek at his latest project, Hurley's Heroes. This comic book is truly special, as it's inspired by the incredible true story of Hurley Alderman, a man who survived two strokes and dual organ transplants and went on to dedicate his life to helping others. Check it out here: https://igg.me/at/hurleysheroes/x/20658139#/. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from a master of the comic book world, and get a glimpse at a story that will truly inspire you. And for those of you who are just starting out, or wanting to improve your skills, be sure to check out https://www.howtodrawcomics.net/, where we provide tips, tutorials and resources to help you turn your passion into a career. If you like the video, show your support by commenting, sharing or subscribing. How to Draw Comics .NET - http://www.howtodrawcomics.net/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/howtodrawcomics/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/howtodrawcomics Twitter - https://twitter.com/howtodrawcomics Tumblr - http://howtodrawcomics.tumblr.com/

🎓 For more comic art tips, tricks and tutorials sign up to our email list, for FREE, at: https://www.howtodrawcomics.net/ The AI Art apocalypse is nigh... or is it? The advent of AI Art has a lot of Artists concerned for a number of reasons. They don't want their art used without reciprocity. They don't want to lose their jobs. Most of all, they don't want the years of hard work they've put into developing their skillset to be undermined by the click of a button. In this video, Ed Foychuk and I debate AI Art, and the potential impact it could have on artists - for better or for worse. Plus, you'll also learn: ✎ The common thread between artists and AI art generators that no one wants to admit. ✎ The number 1 thing AI Art doesn't do, that crosses the line for artists ✎ What most of us haven't considered about AI art generation, and the irreversible consequence it could have on all our creativity ✎ Why the creative process of artists might be more derivative and less ethical than AI art. ✎ Why artists could be worse off without AI Art generators Chapters: Enjoy, -Clayton Courses By Clayton Barton: https://www.howtodrawcomics.net/courses-by-clayton-barton Courses By Ed Foychuk: https://www.howtodrawcomics.net/ed-foychuk-courses

Veteran comic artist Dan Lawlis joins us today for a long awaited interview. The moment I saw Dan’s work - I knew this was a guy I needed to talk comics with(and collaborate with someday too). He’s worked for a bunch of comic book companies, and on a ton of titles throughout the decades - and now, after stepping away to do a stint in storyboarding and advertising, he’s returned to a brave new world of opportunity for comic creators that simply never existed before. And he’s having more fun in comics than ever before! Here’s what we’re talking about in today’s interview • How comics broke Dan Lawlis’s heart. • What not to do if you want your art to have energy and soul. • The weird effect ‘over-thinking’ has on your art. • How to draw accurately, while making your art less generic • How to get mentored by your favourite artists - for free. • The profound connection between making comics, and making movies. • The cutting-edge new way of making and marketing comics. • The one missing element that causes traditional comics to win out over digital every time. If you liked this interview, show your support by commenting, sharing or subscribing. Enjoy the show. -Clayton Follow Dan Lawlis at: https://www.danlawlis.com/ For more comic art tips, tricks and tutorials visit: https://www.howtodrawcomics.net/

In this interview I catch up with AirithSaga to talk about his endeavor to create his own crowdfunding platform. AirithSaga is a comic creator with a vast background in marketing, who has successfully crowdfunded three campaigns, and is known for his innovative approach to cultivating an unforgettable customer experience for his backers. You can check out his latest project, 'Dwarfs vs Lion' here: https://igg.me/at/dwarfsvslion/x#/ Follow at AirithSaga - Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJtlGRLXf9B_GRRFA4r973g Twitter: https://twitter.com/AirithSaga Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theairithsaga/ Back our comic book KOZOR: Descent Into Madness at: https://igg.me/at/kozor/x/20658139#/ If you like the video, show your support by commenting, sharing or subscribing. How to Draw Comics .NET - http://www.howtodrawcomics.net/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/howtodrawcomics/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/howtodrawcomics Twitter - https://twitter.com/howtodrawcomics Tumblr - http://howtodrawcomics.tumblr.com/ Pinterest - http://www.pinterest.com/howtodrawcomics/

In today's interview I catch up with comic artist and creator Joe Sonntag, the author of Reaper Destroyer, to talk comic book illustration. We'll discuss Joe's process for making comics, his influences and talk about his go-to techniques for penciling and inking. Follow Joe Sonntag at - Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqozxQG7M8iM2VL6NY23hQg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joemsonntag/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JoeMSonntag1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoeMSonntag/ Back our comic book KOZOR: Descent Into Madness at: https://igg.me/at/kozor/x/20658139#/ If you like the video, show your support by commenting, sharing or subscribing. How to Draw Comics .NET - http://www.howtodrawcomics.net/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/howtodrawcomics/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/howtodrawcomics Twitter - https://twitter.com/howtodrawcomics Tumblr - http://howtodrawcomics.tumblr.com/ Pinterest - http://www.pinterest.com/howtodrawcomics/

A single comic book page can take a long time to illustrate, let alone an entire book. As comic book artists it's vital that we develop the ability to be patient with our work. To stick in there and see it through until the end - all the while putting our best foot forward. In this video, I'll share 5 useful tips to help you have more patience with your art so that you can reinforce your focus and do the very best work possible. Thanks for watching, until next time – keep on drawing! -Clayton Check our comic book KOZOR: Descent Into Madness: https://igg.me/at/kozor/x#/ If you like the video, show your support by commenting, sharing or subscribing. How to Draw Comics .NET - http://www.howtodrawcomics.net/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/howtodrawcomics/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/howtodrawcomics Twitter - https://twitter.com/howtodrawcomics Tumblr - http://howtodrawcomics.tumblr.com/ Pinterest - http://www.pinterest.com/howtodrawcomics/

In this episode of the How to Draw Comics Podcast, HTDC's Ed Foychuk talks with his daughter, and fellow creator, Joey Foychuk about what it’s like to be a young learner of the craft. They talk about everything from modern inspirations, to working together for course creation. Click here to check out Ed and Joey's 'Drawing for Kids' course series: https://www.howtodrawcomics.net/category-drawing-for-kids We hope you enjoy this episode and get a ton of value out of it. Thanks for listening! Until next time, keep on practicing, and keep on creating! -Ed & Joey If you liked this podcast episode, show your support by commenting, sharing or subscribing. How to Draw Comics .NET - www.howtodrawcomics.net/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/howtodrawcomics/ Facebook - www.facebook.com/howtodrawcomics Twitter - twitter.com/howtodrawcomics Tumblr - howtodrawcomics.tumblr.com/ Pinterest - www.pinterest.com/howtodrawcomics/

Today we're joined by a very special guest, Izik Bell. A long time member of the HTDC Community, Izik is an extremely talented illustrator who has recently crowdfunded his first comic book on Kickstarter with great success. You can check out Izik's campaign for 'MetalShade' here: http://kck.st/2UgZBwM In this episode I'll be chatting with Izik about his start in comic book illustration, the techniques and strategies he used to develop his artistic skill-set and his old school, Marvel approach for producing a comic book. If you’d like to check out more of Izik’s work you can find it at: https://www.artstation.com/izik_bell We hope you enjoy this episode of the HTDC Podcast and get a ton of value out of it. Thanks for listening and if you'd like more comic art tips, tricks and techniques be sure to visit our site. You'll find loads of written tutorials, video tutorials, the podcast of course - and when you're ready to delve deeper into the art of comic book illustration, browse through our full selection of premium lessons and courses on the HTDC store. Until next time, keep on practicing, and keep on creating! -Clayton If you liked this podcast episode, show your support by commenting, sharing or subscribing. How to Draw Comics .NET - www.howtodrawcomics.net/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/howtodrawcomics/ Facebook - www.facebook.com/howtodrawcomics Twitter - twitter.com/howtodrawcomics Tumblr - howtodrawcomics.tumblr.com/ Pinterest - www.pinterest.com/howtodrawcomics/

Welcome to another episode of the How to Draw Comics Podcast. In this episode I’m joined by special guest artist Taylor Payton. Taylor is a pragmatic polymath. Ever since he was a child, he's felt the need to constantly expand his prowess in the creative domains, while learning, teaching, and sharing as much as he can with the world. And he is also featured an instructor on our very own How to Draw Comics, now showcasing three comprehensive drawing courses which we’ll link to in the episode description. In today’s interview we’ll discuss Taylor’s background in art, his preference for digital over traditional workflows, his career as an artist and much more! Visit the link below to see Taylor’s course line up. https://www.howtodrawcomics.net/taylor-payton-courses If you’d like to check out more of Taylor’s work you can find it at: https://www.artstation.com/taylor-payton We hope you enjoy this episode of the HTDC Podcast and get a ton of value out of it. Thanks for listening and if you'd like more comic art tips, tricks and techniques be sure to visit our site. You'll find loads of written tutorials, video tutorials, the podcast of course - and when you're ready to delve deeper into the art of comic book illustration, browse through our full selection of premium lessons and courses on the HTDC store. Until next time, keep on practicing, and keep on creating! -Clayton If you liked this podcast episode, show your support by commenting, sharing or subscribing. Comic Art Community - www.howtodrawcomics.net/comic-art-community/ How to Draw Comics .NET - www.howtodrawcomics.net/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/howtodrawcomics/ Facebook - www.facebook.com/howtodrawcomics Twitter - twitter.com/howtodrawcomics Tumblr - howtodrawcomics.tumblr.com/ Pinterest - www.pinterest.com/howtodrawcomics/

In this episode of the How to Draw Comics Podcast, Clayton, Ric and Ed look back on where the How to Draw Comics Facebook began and how far it's come since it was first created. The HTDC Facebook community now comprises of over 50,000 members. Each day artists of all level of skill share their work to both receive and give feedback in a constructive way. It's an inspiring place for an up and coming comic book artist to be, and with an incredibly supportive group of peers it's one of the best places to hone your skill-set. We hope you enjoy this episode of the HTDC Podcast and get a ton of value out of it. Thanks for listening and if you'd like more comic art tips, tricks and techniques be sure to visit us at www.howtodrawcomics.net. Over on the site we have loads of written tutorials, video tutorials, the podcast of course - and when you're ready to delve deeper into the art of comic book illustration, browse through our full selection of premium lessons and courses on the HTDC store. Until next time, keep on practicing, and keep on creating! -Clayton If you'd like to see more of Ed Foychuk's artwork, check out his FB Art Page at: https://www.facebook.com/JuggerthaArt/ To see more of Clayton Barton's art visit his online portfolio at: https://www.claytonbartonartist.com/ If you liked this podcast episode, show your support by commenting, sharing or subscribing. Comic Art Community - www.howtodrawcomics.net/comic-art-community/ How to Draw Comics .NET - www.howtodrawcomics.net/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/howtodrawcomics/ Facebook - www.facebook.com/howtodrawcomics Twitter - twitter.com/howtodrawcomics Tumblr - howtodrawcomics.tumblr.com/ Pinterest - www.pinterest.com/howtodrawcomics/

Join us for Ed's first hosting attempt at the HTDCs podcast! Ed welcomes Bryan Silverbox to the program. Bryan is best known for being a cover artist for Scout Comics, but also for his work with Topps and Upper Deck. In this episode these two 40 somethings let loose on a variety of topics... from drawing and dating, to changes in the comic book market, to tabling at Cons. Be sure to give a listen and maybe put in the ear buds... the old guys' language can get a bit out there at times! Until next time, keep on practicing, and keep on creating! -Clayton If you'd like to see more of Ed Foychuk's artwork, check out his FB Art Page at: https://www.facebook.com/JuggerthaArt/ To see more of Bryan Silverbax's art visit his online portfolio at: http://www.silverbax.com/ If you liked this podcast episode, show your support by commenting, sharing or subscribing. Comic Art Community - www.howtodrawcomics.net/comic-art-community/ How to Draw Comics .NET - www.howtodrawcomics.net/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/howtodrawcomics/ Facebook - www.facebook.com/howtodrawcomics Twitter - twitter.com/howtodrawcomics Tumblr - howtodrawcomics.tumblr.com/ Pinterest - www.pinterest.com/howtodrawcomics/

In our latest episode of the How to Draw Comics Podcast, Ed Foychuk and I caught up to discuss the topic of 'laziness', and how to avoid it so you can meet those impending deadlines! If you want to make money from your art, chances are you're going to take on more than a few art commissions throughout your career. But more importantly, you'll have to be motivated, and a true professional to get them back to your clients on time. That's not always easy! Especially when you're held down by the very human condition known as laziness. We've all felt it, and more often than not. Truth is it never really goes away, our default mode tends to be lazy. The trick is prevailing none the less. Putting your nose to the grind stone and knocking out what needs to be done. Easier said then done right? It most certainly is, which is why we'll be sharing our best techniques and strategies in the hopes of helping you kick the habit of laziness a little easier. Because most of the time that's all laziness really is. A habit. And that's what makes it so difficult to get ourselves back in the game when we're at our least productive. We hope you enjoy this episode of the HTDC Podcast and get a ton of value out of it. Thanks for listening and if you'd like more comic art tips, tricks and techniques be sure to visit us at www.howtodrawcomics.net. Over on the site we have loads of written tutorials, video tutorials, the podcast of course - and when you're ready to delve deeper into the art of comic book illustration, browse through our full selection of premium lessons and courses on the HTDC store. Until next time, keep on practicing, and keep on creating! -Clayton If you'd like to see more of Ed Foychuk's artwork, check out his FB Art Page at: https://www.facebook.com/JuggerthaArt/ To see more of Clayton Barton's art visit his online portfolio at: https://www.claytonbartonartist.com/ If you liked this podcast episode, show your support by commenting, sharing or subscribing. Comic Art Community - www.howtodrawcomics.net/comic-art-community/ How to Draw Comics .NET - www.howtodrawcomics.net/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/howtodrawcomics/ Facebook - www.facebook.com/howtodrawcomics Twitter - twitter.com/howtodrawcomics Tumblr - howtodrawcomics.tumblr.com/ Pinterest - www.pinterest.com/howtodrawcomics/

In today's episode of the How to Draw Comics Podcast I’m joined by a very special guest - Michael Pedro. Michael is an animation art director and concept designer for video games and film; specializing primarily in environment, character and creature design. He is also one of our newest instructors on How to Draw Comics . net, so I thought we’d invite him onto the show today to discuss his career as an artist, how he got started, who he learned from, and how he went about honing his skill set. I hope you enjoy the episode and take away a ton of value - it truly was an honor to have Michael join us on the show. Find out more about Michael's work at: https://michaelpedro.com/ To see Michael's full selection of courses visit his HTDC instructor page: https://www.howtodrawcomics.net/michael-pedro-courses Thanks for listening and until next time - keep on creating and keep on practicing. -Clayton If you liked this podcast episode, show your support by commenting, sharing or subscribing. Comic Art Community - www.howtodrawcomics.net/comic-art-community/ How to Draw Comics .NET - www.howtodrawcomics.net/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/howtodrawcomics/ Facebook - www.facebook.com/howtodrawcomics Twitter - twitter.com/howtodrawcomics Tumblr - howtodrawcomics.tumblr.com/ Pinterest - www.pinterest.com/howtodrawcomics/

Welcome to another episode of the How to Draw Comics Podcast! The topic of today is 'Sex in Comics'! How do people generally feel about comic books with heavy sexual themes? Is there a line that can be be crossed, and if so where do we draw it? What's the difference between art which is sexually themed and nudity? These are the very same questions we as admins of the How to Draw Comics Facebook group consider everyday when moderating the content which is posted. So we thought it deserved a conversation. After all, sex, art and story have been tightly tied together for eons. It's one of the inbuilt core drives we have as human beings. And it's really no wonder that NSFW orientated comic book titles are doing so well on crowdfunding platforms such as Kickstarter and IndieGoGo. We hope you enjoy this episode and get a ton of value out of it. As always thanks for listening, and until next time - Keep on practicing and keep on creating. A big thanks to Keidi Cole for the art of today's episode. See more of his work at: https://www.facebook.com/keidicole/ If you'd like to see more of Ed Foychuk's artwork, check out his FB Art Page at: https://www.facebook.com/JuggerthaArt/ To see more of Clayton Barton's art visit his online portfolio at: https://www.claytonbartonartist.com/ If you liked this podcast episode, show your support by commenting, sharing or subscribing. Comic Art Community - www.howtodrawcomics.net/comic-art-community/ How to Draw Comics .NET - www.howtodrawcomics.net/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/howtodrawcomics/ Facebook - www.facebook.com/howtodrawcomics Twitter - twitter.com/howtodrawcomics Tumblr - howtodrawcomics.tumblr.com/ Pinterest - www.pinterest.com/howtodrawcomics/

In today's episode of the How to Draw Comics Podcast we're joined by a very special guest - Marc Brunet. Marc is a successful artist, instructor and entrepreneur who has worked for some of the largest studios in the world. But that's not what he's most known for. Over the years Marc has built up his learning platform Cubebrush into a go to educational resource for artists across multiple industries. Whether it be comic books, concept design or 3d modelling, Cubebrush's vast library of curated courses offers something for everyone. Most notably, Marc has just completed his hit course 'Art School' - a carefully structured curriculum of lessons that promises to give you the same education you'd expect to find in a traditional art school for a fraction of the price. Throughout this episode Marc will share his background as an artist, explaining how he started and ultimately made his way into the industry. He'll talk about his journey from working inside a well established studio, to risking it all on a business venture that set the stage for his success as an entrepreneur. I hope you enjoy the episode and take away a ton of value - it truly was an honor to have Marc join us on the show. If you'd like to find out more about Marc or Cubebrush - visit the links below. Marc Brunet on CubeBrush: https://cubebrush.co/mb Marc Brunet on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluefley/ Marc Brunet on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marcbrunet Marc Brunet on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluefley Thanks for listening and until next time - keep on creating and keep on practicing. -Clayton If you liked this podcast episode, show your support by commenting, sharing or subscribing. Comic Art Community - www.howtodrawcomics.net/comic-art-community/ How to Draw Comics .NET - www.howtodrawcomics.net/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/howtodrawcomics/ Facebook - www.facebook.com/howtodrawcomics Twitter - twitter.com/howtodrawcomics Tumblr - howtodrawcomics.tumblr.com/ Pinterest - www.pinterest.com/howtodrawcomics/