Procrastination is the killer of deadlines; the destroyer of plans; and the death of webcomics the world over. Let's give that old enemy a swift kick in the trousers. [ ... ]
There's a general assumption that we can tell a lot about a person by the way they look, so, in comics, we have to be aware of what impression we are intending to create. [ ... ]
Love them or hate them, there are many issues surrounding making a fan comic that those who are interested in making them should know. [ ... ]
Gianna Masetti is the creator of The Noob. She took a little time out from her busy schedule to talk to The Webcomic Builder about how and why she makes comics. [ ... ]
It's a great day for some lucky (but above all, hard working) web comic creators! Yes, that's right - the day has arrived. It's the announcement of the first winners in the annual Webcomic List Awards!
Visit the awards site today and [ ... ]
I wouldn't normally do this but in this particular case, I feel my hand has been forced. I have removed a link in the Builder's recommended sites, because the owner of the Webcomics Community e-mailed me to request that I shut down this w [ ... ]
The title sounds daft, doesn't it? It's not though, as Matt Bernier will tell you.
Those of you who ink off the computer may like to take note.
When most webcomics start out, the advertising they look to will generally begin and end with Project Wonderful. However, it is not the only way to bring traffic to your site. [ ... ]
Writers and webcomic artists alike are often asked where they get their ideas, and although each person will have different methods for gaining and maintaining inspiration, there are some common features.
First amongst these is the fact [ ... ]
When a comic is going to be inked and coloured on a computer, it is important to bear this in mind while drawing the original artwork. Often all that will be needed is a basic sketch, like any other form of sketching to ink but, unless you [ ... ]
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The title sounds daft, doesn't it? It's not though, as Matt Bernier will tell you.
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