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Understanding social media

Social media is among an independent artist's most frustrating elements. We struggle for engagement, wage constant battles with "The Algorithm,"...

Writing humor

Writing comedy is a challenge that is made even more daunting by the fact that humor itself is completely subjective...

CMYK vs RGB

If you're saving your comics in RGB mode, you may be making a potentially expensive mistake. The content you are...

ComicLab Ep 358 — “Help! I’m not funny anymore!”

Cartoonists Dave and Brad share some thoughts with a young humor writer trying to find their Funny. Also: Is BlueSky...

ISBN — a beginner’s guide

An ISBN is a 10- or 13-digit number used to identify a book from a specific publisher. Once your book...

How to write a Halloween joke

On Substack, a cartoonist was struggling with writing a Halloween joke. He was experiencing a common problem. He was stuck...

Webcomics Confidential: Size doesn’t matter

when it comes to your audience, size doesn't matter. A small and engaged readership beats a huge, lukewarm audience every...

ComicLab Ep 357 — Innovation fascination

Having wrapped up his 16th Kickstarter, cartoonist Dave Kellett shares some insights about setting realistic expectations, avoiding paid advertising, and...

Adding lettering to improve original art sales

Selling original art is an integral part of the business model of an independent cartoonist who works with traditional media...

Reader retention

Let's face it. One of the biggest hurdles in growing a webcomic is reader retention. That's why I encourage you...

Webcomics Confidential: Finding YOUR motivation

I can’t tell you how to get motivated. Neither can anyone else. (Chances are… if someone tells you they can, they’re trying to sell you something.) Your motivation is a part of your makeup as an artist. And truthfully, your motivation is your responsibility. Seeking motivation from someone or something else is useless. And you probably already know this because you’ve tried that before and failed. So… let’s talk about your motivation.

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by Brad Guigar on June 19, 2023

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Google Domains is shutting down

Google Domains was my go-to recommendation for domain registration. They will be handing over their assets to Squarespace.

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by Brad Guigar on June 16, 2023

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ComicLab Ep. 287 — Surviving the churn

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

It happens at the beginning of every month — you lose a few Patreon backers. It can be demoralizing, so let’s discuss ways to survive the churn! Also, how do you restart comics after a long hiatus?

ON THIS WEEK’S SHOW…

Surviving the churn
Restarting after a long hiatus
Learning to write

by Brad Guigar on June 15, 2023

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Webcomics Confidential: Mistakes cartoonists make on social media

Artists seem to draw a blank when it comes to posting content on social media. Let’s discuss some strategies for doing better outreach.

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by Brad Guigar on June 14, 2023

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Eastimated tax payment due

Just a handy reminder: If you pay estimated income taxes, your second-quarter payment is due Thursday.

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by Brad Guigar on June 13, 2023

Posted In: Business

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Webcomics Confidential: Ideating on paper

I’m a big believer in ideating on paper. Once I have my plan, I switch to digital, but there’s something about the visceral connection of using paper that connects better for my brain.

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by Brad Guigar on June 12, 2023

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ComicLab Ep 286 — How to Build an Audience

We often get asked by our listeners, “How can I increase my audience?” Well, in this episode, we’ve got you covered! We’ll give you some great tips on how to grow your readership. Plus, we’ll be discussing some fundamental rules of typography.

ON THIS WEEK’S SHOW…