Something happened at Comic-Con in July that really made my eyes pop open.
And it had nothing to do with cosplayers.
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Sometimes we get so immeshed in the routine of doing regularly updated art that we forget to pay attention to some of the small things that make a big difference in our work.
One of these often-overlooked details is composition.
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Designing a logo for your comic is an exercise in branding that, unfortunately, many people don’t put a whole lot of thought into. However, that logo often says as much about your comic as your comic itself. In fact, it might be argued to have a little more weight — since it sits there as a repeated visual on page after page… reiterating its message to your readers.
Here’s how to help make sure the message comes through loud and clear.
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Once you begin offering merchandise, you’re liable to be faced with the challenge of storing your stock.
Here are a few options and some thoughts on each.
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The next deadline for applying for a Xeric Grant is September 30. If you haven’t considered this option up until now, that give you a few weeks to prepare. The proposals will be reviewed Nov. 1, and the recipients will be announced on the first of December. Here is some information from their site:
The Xeric Foundation assists comic book creators with some of the costs in self-publishing their work. It is not the Foundation’s intention to fully support an artist/writer through the entire process of self-publishing, but rather to encourage creators to experience the learning process involved in working towards such a goal. (Click here for Frequently Asked Questions)
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Yes, I coined the term in 2002. Consider it my linguistic gift to webcomics.
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Everyone understands the importance of business cards. They’re a convenient way to exchange contact information as you’re networking — whether you’re at a convention or in the normal course of day-to-day business. Let’s talk about good business cards — and how/when to use them.
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For me, August is about looking ahead. Believe it or not, this is the perfect time to get a jump on next year.
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The Harvey Awards ballots are due Aug. 7. Anyone working in the comics industry may submit a ballot.
Many of you avoid voting in competitions such as these because you don’t know whether you’re considered a pro.
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