Shows
Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #86 - Mary BellamyWelcome back to Inspired Ink! We have another amazing interview with Mary Bellamy, a creator who has so much amazing experience we hope to talk about everything we can!
Mary Bellamy is a licensed illustrator who works from her home studio in Los Angeles. She works on iconic franchises such as My Little Pony, Marvel, DC Comics, Ghostbusters, Adventure Time, and Rick and Morty. She has crafted over 5,000 artist trading cards for Upperdeck, Topps, Rittenhouse, and more. Through writing, coloring, editing, and illustration, her work has been published in over 250 books. She also publishes her two series, A...
2025-12-161h 03Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #85 - Atom Freeman of PRANA: Direct Market SolutionsWe have special guest Atom Freeman of PRANA: Direct Market Solutions!
Atom Freeman is a leading Direct Market strategist and the founder of Prana: Direct Market Solutions, where he helps publishers, retailers, and creators navigate the business of comics through data-driven consulting, distribution aggregation, and retailer engagement. A longtime industry builder, Atom also co-hosts and produces the Comic Industry Insiders podcast and oversees major analytics initiatives such as the Fan Confidence Rating, and the Pullbox Power Rankings. His work spans partnerships with publishers, creators, and retailers across the U.S. and abroad, as well as new publishing v...
2025-12-091h 06Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #84 Dan Hills CEO of Comix Wellspring on POD, the Future of CWS & More!We have our CEO joining us today to talk about Comix Wellspring's direction with our upcoming Print on Demand service, what led us here, how we'll ensure this will be successful for creators and so much more!
https://tinyurl.com/nx9wy8dr
POD program survey! Please fill this out creators! 🤙🏽🔥
Before we launch, we’re gathering insight from our creators to help us forecast print volumes and prepare the system correctly.
This will help us plan production capacity, improve pricing, and onboard our loyal creators qui
Before we launch, we’re gathe...
2025-12-0445 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #83 - Joel Rodriguez of Metal Ninja StudiosJoel Rodriguez is the CEO of Metal Ninja Studios, home of Concept to Comic™, the done-for-you system that transforms novels and ideas into professional comics. Through Concept to Comic™ and the Concept to Comic™ Academy, he helps creators develop stronger stories, build market-ready IP, and take control of their creative careers with clarity, structure, and support. When he’s not working, Joel is a dedicated father and husband, and an avid outdoorsman and obstacle course racer.
https://metalninjastudios.com
https://metalninjastudios.com/academy
Print On Demand Survey:
https://tinyurl.com/nx9wy8dr
2025-11-241h 01Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #82 - Mark Bell of Plague Doctor Press on Writing LGBTQ Stories & More!This week on Inspired Ink we have Mark Bell of Plague Doctor Press!
Mark Bell is a comic creator focused on telling diversity-positive stories. As a truly indie storyteller, he's deeply involved in the whole process, handling everything from the writing and lettering to publishing.
www.plaguedoctorpress.com
Subscribe to our Newsletter:
https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b2e5e0f0
Find Comix Wellspring Online:
https://linktr.ee/comixwellspring
Instagram: https://www.instagram.c...
2025-11-181h 03Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #81 - Lance Lucero - Staying True To The Craft & Advice on NetworkingThis week on Inspired ink we have Lance Lucero an independent, award winning filmmaker who shoots with real film and is also a independent comic book creator. We'll be talking about preserving craft with film and how it ties in to his comic book work, the balance of mediums and so much more!
warehouse9pro.com
BOB: NON-UNION PSYCHIC trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jys3pSCAwQo
COIFFEUR EXTRAORDINAIRE - WAITING FOR LEGROS teaser:
https://vimeo.com/817458028
Here's the link to the trailer for the showcase:
https://vim...
2025-11-111h 03Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #80 - Jonathan Hedrick - Crowdfunding Tips & Creating Strong RoutinesWe have creator Jonathan Hedrick on the show this week! We'll be talking about finding success in crowdfunding, substack, marketing to an audience overseas, and so much more!
https://linktr.ee/jonathanhedrick
Jonathan Hedrick is an American multi-published independent comic book writer currently living in Italy. His creator-owned titles include The Recount (Scout Comics), Space Cadet (Scoot!), Hyper/Aware (Source Point Press), Caffeinated Hearts (Source Point Press), and Freakshow Knight (Second Sight Publishing). He has contributed to several anthologies such as Lower Your Sights (Mad Cave Studios). He is also the writer for Dream Master...
2025-11-031h 03Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #79 - Anthony Iannaccio - NYCC Recap & More!We have Anthony Iannaccio aka Tony Nacho of the book SUPERGUY joining us tonight! We'll be talking all about his creative endeavors, New York Comic Con, and so much more!
Anthony Iannaccio is a Bronx-born-and-raised writer looking to make a name for himself in the comic book world with a blend of comedy and sci-fi. He's previously worked on the WWE writing team, dabbled in stand-up and sketch comedy, and currently co-hosts and produces the comedic comic book podcast Comics and Chronic.
Links: https://linktr.ee/mrtonynacho
Superguy #2 pre-launch page on Kickstarter
Su...
2025-10-141h 03Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #78 - Javier Hernandez of Latino Comics ExpoWe have Javier Hernandez with us this week! We talk about his road of making independent comics, how to have a convention that supports the artists, highlighting culture through art and so much more!
Javier Hernandez began publishing through his own imprint in 1998 with the debut issue of El Muerto the Aztec Zombie. In 2007 a film adaptation of El Muerto was released, for which Javier served as Associate Producer. In 2011 he co-founded the Latino Comics Expo, the nation's first comic convention dedicated to spotlighting the work of Latino creators in comics and related popular arts. Since 2003 he's b...
2025-10-061h 11Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #77 - Jon MediciThis week on Inspired Ink we have writer and creator Jonathan Medici! Creator of the epic Earic, currently crowdfunding for his first time. We'll be talking screenwriting to comics, his approach to crowdfunding, inspirations and so much more!
Bio: I am the writer and creator of Earic, a 124 page Sci-Fi graphic novel set in the universe of Avalon. Earic is a book set amid war and follows a father faced with charges of treason and a world that wants him dead as he is confronted with unimaginable obstacles to save his sick son. As a Professor of...
2025-09-291h 05Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastCWS Virtual Con Panel - Inspired Ink #76 Rewind - Podcasting & CommunityInspired Ink returns! This week the show is taking a break from its regularly scheduled programming to bring you a panel from our CWS Virtual Con earlier this year! This panel was focused on podcasting and community within the comics space!
Find Comix Wellspring Online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comixwellspring/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comixwellspring
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/ComixWellSpring
Check out the Comix Wellspring Website:
https://www.comixwellspring.com/
Use our prepress templates:
https://www.grekoprinting-comixwellspring.com/specs-templates/
https://drive.google.com/file...
2025-09-2056 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastCWS Virtual Con Panel - Inspired Ink Rewind #75 Publishing with CWSInspired Ink returns! This week the show is taking a break from its regularly scheduled programming to bring you a panel from our CWS Virtual Con earlier this year! This panel was focused on the experience of publishing and printing with CWS!
Find Comix Wellspring Online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comixwellspring/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comixwellspring
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/ComixWellSpring
Check out the Comix Wellspring Website:
https://www.comixwellspring.com/
Use our prepress templates:
https://www.grekoprinting-comixwellspring.com/specs-templates/
https://drive.google.com...
2025-09-1947 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #74 - Nebulon Creative Team - TokUSA StudiosWe're back! Your favorite indie comic book creator interview show returns every week and LIVE!
We have the creators of Nebulon with us today! We'll talk about crowdfunding, publishing, their projects and so much more!
Check out our guests:
Kickstarter:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1935627238/nebulon-knight-of-justice-1-24-page-tokusatsu-comic
https://www.instagram.com/tokusa_studios/
James Santana- Writer & Creator of Nebulon
https://www.instagram.com/vegalawless1226/
https://linktr.ee/jamessantana
Hunter Van Lierop- Co Writer & Co- Creator of Nebulon
https://www.instagram.com/scruffymooseman/
ht...
2025-09-161h 07Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #73 LIVE! - Will Graves of Global ComixThis week on INSPIRED INK, host Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Will Graves (Head of Content, GlobalComix) to unpack digital distribution—and we’ve got an exciting CWS announcement live on air!
We cover:
- 🚀 **Why GlobalComix? - How they’re redefining digital comics
- 📈 **Building Your Audience - with serialized releases
- 🚧 **Digital Pitfalls: - Common mistakes creators make (and how to avoid them)
- ❓ **Live Q&A — bring your questions!
- ✨ **Plus a surprise announcement from Comix Wellspring
Official Announcement Page & Press Release:
https://www.comixwellspring.com/global-print/...
2025-09-141h 03Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastCWS Virtual Con Panel Rewind - Inspired Ink #72 with Gabe Valentin and Alex BattsInspired Ink returns! This week the show is taking a break from its regularly scheduled programming to bring you a panel from our CWS Virtual Con earlier this year! This episode was a special live episode featuring Gabe Valentin and Alex Batts.
Find Comix Wellspring Online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comixwellspring/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comixwellspring
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/ComixWellSpring
Check out the Comix Wellspring Website:
https://www.comixwellspring.com/
Use our prepress templates:
https://www.grekoprinting-comixwellspring.com/specs-templates/
https://drive.google.com...
2025-09-1453 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #71 - Shelly Bond LIVE! Rewind SpecialIt’s a holiday treat as we get to talk to the extraordinary and brilliant SHELLY BOND on TUESDAY December 10th 4PM PST / 7PM EST LIVE on our YOUTUBE channel! Tune in to ask your questions on comic book craft and editing!
https://www.youtube.com/@comixwellspring
You may know her as one of the top editors at DC/VERTIGO, her work with BLACK CROWN at IDW and her own publishing imprint OFF REGISTER.
She’s the “Modern Day Punk Rock Scott McCloud of Comic Book Editing” and has recently published FITH & GRAMMAR - the comi...
2025-09-131h 25Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #LIVE 70 - With WHAM! StandCheck out Panels: The Comic Creator's Guidebook LIVE NOW!
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/comixwellspring/panels-the-comic-creators-guidebook?ref=4s4u42
We're BACK! With another episode featuring the owner/founder/creator of WHAM! Stand! They've helped you make the most out of your tabling set up, interviews, promotion, and SO MUCH MORE! We can't wait to talk about what new things WHAM! Stand has in store for us, a little history and of course some COMICS!
https://whamstand.co/
Hit subscribe and be part of the conversation—your questions and passion drive the indie com...
2025-09-131h 02Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #68 - Matt Sardo of IC3 LIVE!!!We have Matt Sardo the founder of IC3 here to talk to us about all the new and exciting things creators and fans can look forward to this year! With the con just DAYS away, we're getting more excited every hour that passes by.
Indie Creator Con
March 15, 2025
10 am - 6 pm
New Haven, CT 06515
ㅤ
What to Expect:
• 150+ comic book creators
• Panels that matter, discussing topics relevant to indie creators.
• Gift bags for the first 100 attendees.
• Scavenger Hunt with an original art grand prize.
• Portfolio reviews for aspiring creators....
2025-09-121h 03Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #69 LIVE! - Sam Kusek The Head of Comics At Kickstarter!In this episode, we dive into the world of indie comics with Sam Kusek, Head of Comics at Kickstarter! Discover what sparked his love for comics, how he connected with Kickstarter, and why our platform is the ultimate choice for indie creators. We'll cover:
· Sam's journey into the comic realm and his path to Kickstarter
· Why indie comic creators should choose Kickstarter over other platforms
· New initiatives and features from Kickstarter that are set to benefit creators
· The secrets behind getting that coveted "Projects We Love" badge
· How Kickstarter balances indie creators with major...
2025-09-121h 08
School of Comix - Il vodcast che interroga i famosiSchool of Comix - TrailerDieci puntate tutte da vedere, vivere e ridere!
Scopri gli ospiti della prima edizione di “School of Comix! Il vodcast che interroga i famosi”.
Influencer e creator sono tornati a scuola per rispondere a interrogazioni molto comixiane, con domande divertenti dal professore molto umano Gianpiero Kesten e risposte tutte da scoprire.
2025-05-1400 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #66 - Keith Gleason & Johnny CInspired Ink returns! Today on the show Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Keith Gleason & Johnny C to talk about how to function and create as an indie comic book creator, why newsletters and podcasts are almost as vital as promoting on social media, and how they’ve created a strong indie community.
Subscribe to our Newsletter:
https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b2e5e0f0
Find Comix Wellspring Online:
https://linktr.ee/comixwellspring
Instagram: https://www.in...
2025-02-251h 18Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #67 - Omari MalikInspired Ink returns! Today on the show, Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Omari Malik to discuss how the world of music and comics can collide and have so many similarities, making art to find your true self and belong and exploring different ways of consuming to grow as a creator.
Subscribe to our Newsletter:
https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b2e5e0f0
Find Comix Wellspring Online:
https://linktr.ee/comixwellspring
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...
2025-02-041h 01Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #65 - Maddy MorpsInspired Ink Returns! Today on the show Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Maddy Morps to talk about battling through social media and what it takes to stand out, developing a comic book community and the benefits of inspiring each other, and why DYI is the way to go so you can grow.
Follow Maddy Online:
https://www.instagram.com/maddymorps/
https://www.instagram.com/xomikbuk/
https://maddymorps.com/
Subscribe to our Newsletter:
https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd...
2025-02-041h 03Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #64 - Nick BurchardInspired Ink Returns! Today on the show Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Nick Burchard to discuss finding your style in comics and drawing, how different mediums can consistently inspire your comic book work, and finding success at cons and tabling events and more!
Follow Nick Online:
https://www.tinyvikingdesigns.com/
Subscribe to our Newsletter:
https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b2e5e0f0
Find Comix Wellspring Online:
https://linktr.ee/comixwellspring
Instagram: https...
2025-01-281h 04Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #63 - Chris AndersonInspired Ink Returns! Today on the show Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Chris Anderson to discuss defining success in your artistic journey, what it takes to be a full time artist, and what introspective work you may need to do to find happiness in comics.
Follow Chris Online:
https://linktr.ee/Cduck77?fbclid=PAAaYG64fYCUVINf2ydBs91Z59ny-NjOjAdphFIv-MCKj8p8SrHsms92_eErQ_aem_AWD-_7RDR2qT1Z5U1CrvShbkQ7cTJOtGbOYLwvxIMckX4IqDno09cl9JHSRNFyNNBpw
Subscribe to our Newsletter:
https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9...
2025-01-211h 04Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #62 - Kasra GhanbariInspired Ink returns! This week on the show, Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Kasra Ghanbari to talk about the value and opportunities CAF is giving indie creator’s, how Kasra and his team are changing the landscape of what it means to be indie, and why community in any landscape is vital for success.
Follow Kasra Online:
https://www.facebook.com/ghanbari
https://www.instagram.com/kasraghanbari/
Subscribe to our Newsletter:
https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b2...
2025-01-141h 05Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #61 - Anton BlakeInspired Ink returns! This week on the show, Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Anton Blake to talk about mastering mixed media, the struggles and big rewards of completing any project, and the excitement of IC3!
Follow Anton Online:
https://www.instagram.com/mighty_peculiar/
https://www.antonwblake.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYi79GNVUUcmO6HMU3ZxgW3xPiVCuTjJFiNf7qT8zMoQzq4sNntU6qoPr0_aem_Wr04SlbtTJ8FG18ZT7Nh3g
Subscribe to our Newsletter:
https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b...
2025-01-071h 07Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastCWS Virtual Con Panel - Publishing with CWSInspired Ink returns! This week the show is taking a break from its regularly scheduled programming to bring you a panel from our CWS Virtual Con earlier this year! This panel was focused on the experience of publishing and printing with CWS!
Subscribe to our Newsletter:
https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b2e5e0f0
Find Comix Wellspring Online:
https://linktr.ee/comixwellspring
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comixwellspring/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comixwellspring
2024-12-3147 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastCWS Virtual Con Panel - Podcasting & CommunityInspired Ink returns! This week the show is taking a break from its regularly scheduled programming to bring you a panel from our CWS Virtual Con earlier this year! This panel was focused on podcasting and community within the comics space!
Subscribe to our Newsletter:
https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b2e5e0f0
Find Comix Wellspring Online:
https://linktr.ee/comixwellspring
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comixwellspring/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comixwellspring
...
2024-12-2456 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastCWS Virtual Con Panel - Inspired Ink with Gabe Valentin and Alex BattsInspired Ink returns! This week the show is taking a break from its regularly scheduled programming to bring you a panel from our CWS Virtual Con earlier this year! This episode was a special live episode featuring Gabe Valentin and Alex Batts.
Subscribe to our Newsletter:
https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b2e5e0f0
Find Comix Wellspring Online:
https://linktr.ee/comixwellspring
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comixwellspring/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comixwellspring
2024-12-1753 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #60 - Ro HigashiInspired Ink returns! This week on the show, Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Ro Higashi to talk about what it’s like going from webtoons to print, how we as a community can highlight and support more women creators, and mastering your pitch.
Follow Ro Online:
https://www.instagram.com/ro.higashi/
Subscribe to our Newsletter:
https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b2e5e0f0
Find Comix Wellspring Online:
https://linktr.ee/comixwellspring
Ins...
2024-12-041h 04Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #59 - Braxton A. CosbyInspired Ink returns! This week on the show, Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Braxton A. Cosby to talk about navigating large universes, bringing together your story, collaborating with other creators, and expanding into other mediums.
Follow Braxton Online:
https://www.instagram.com/braxtonacos...
https://x.com/braxtonacosby?s=21&t=lZ...
https://cosbymediaproductions.com/
Subscribe to our Newsletter:
https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b2e5e0f0
Find Comix Wellspring Online:
https://linktr.e...
2024-12-041h 01Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #58 - Calvin ChambersInspired Ink returns! This week on the show, Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Clavin Chambers to talk about running an independent publishing house, balancing convention and promoting with life, and what helps drive you as a creator to get work done.
Follow Calvin Online:
Www.Campsite.bio/icarusmetrocomics
https://substack.com/@icaruswings
Subscribe to our Newsletter:
https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b2e5e0f0
Find Comix Wellspring Online:
https://linktr.ee/comixwellspring
2024-12-041h 16Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #55 - Moonlair StudiosWe're back with a new episode of Inspired Ink! This week on the show, host Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Moonlair Studios! They discuss navigating the indie comic book world as a manga studio, the headspace when bouncing between projects, and staying in the manga realm in the Western world! All that and much more on today's Inspired Ink.
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 - Intro
3:00 - Moving between multiple projects
9:00 - Differences in lettering between Western comics and Manga
18:00 - Being in the indie space & Reading Different Stories
27:30 - The idea of going indie vs manga outlook
33:00 - Staying...
2024-12-041h 13Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #56 - Ian WalkerWe're back with a new episode of Inspired Ink! This week on the show, host Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Ian Walker! They discuss finding the right platform to have fans fund your craft, the importance of consistency when creating, and finding a process that works best for your projects. All that and much more on today's Inspired Ink.
TIMESTAMPS
1:00 - Ko-fi vs Patreon
5:00 - Convention Talk
7:55 - Consistency in Creating
13:30 - Finding a Project Worth Pursuing
25:00 - Creative Process
30:40 -Breaking Down Story Arcs
37:00 - Thumbnailing Issues
40:50 - Grays in Black and White Inking
43:00 - Embracing...
2024-12-041h 09Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #57 - Adam LemnahInspired Ink returns! Today on the show, Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Adam Lemnah to talk about trusting in yourself when starting to create art, how important cons are even if you’re not making money, and how the indie comic revolution continues to grow and thrive.
Follow Adam Online:
https://linktr.ee/adamlemnah
Subscribe to our Newsletter:
https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b2e5e0f0
Find Comix Wellspring Online:
https://linktr.ee/co...
2024-12-041h 09Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #54 - Erik JonesWe're back with a new episode of Inspired Ink! This week on the show, host Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Erik Jones, the manager of Brandon's local comic shop, Four Color Fantasies! They discuss the importance of commitment, creating a positive environment, and how to get your books into shops! All that and much more on today's Inspired Ink.
TIMESTAMPS
00:47 - The Commitment of Wrestling
5:24 - Getting involved in Four Color
18:00 - Doing the research for the shop
25:00 - Supporting Indie Books
33:15 - Wanting to make comics
40:00 - Understanding differences in interests
48:00 - Production Timelines for...
2024-12-041h 39Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #53 - Lucky 33We're back with a new episode of Inspired Ink! This week on the show, host Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with the Lucky 33 team to discuss the importance of collaboration, how improv informs their comics, and where they find inspiration! All that and much more on today's Inspired Ink.
TIMESTAMPS
1:00 - Putting the team together
2:50 - Hip hop group
13:50 - Pushing Through Creative Adversity
17:00 - How Life Happens
20:00 - How Working with Others Sparks Creativity
28:00 - Improv Background
36:30 - Why Comics?
43:30 - Learning What to Cut
46:00 - Convention Thoughts
2024-10-151h 07Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #52 - Joe EllisWe're back with a new episode of Inspired Ink! This week on the show, host Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Joe Ellis to discuss the desire to create, crowdfunding approaches, and building relationships with artists! All that and much more on today's Inspired Ink.
TIMESTAMPS
1:00 - Early Influences
4:00 - Storytelling Through Characters
10:00 - Realizing a Passion for Craft
15:00 - Creative Output
21:15 - Being Involved in the Indie Comic Community
25:27 - The Desire to Create
31:00 - Crowdfunding Approach
36:30 - Approaching Cons & People
48:45 - Dream Casting Trifecta
1:00:30 - Distribution
2024-10-081h 06Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #51 - Brandon IngramInspired Ink Returns! We're back with new episodes every Tuesday! This week on the show, host Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Brandon Ingram to discuss inspirations, conventions, and how indie will always be the future of comics! All that and much more on today's Inspired Ink.
TIMESTAMPS
1:00 - Starting with Superheroes
3:30 - Formatting Kickstarters with Multiple Issues
6:50 - Unique Avenues for Promotion and Conventions
14:50 - Getting People to Your Table
25:00 - Conventions with Friends
35:20 - Comic Pricing & Convention Focuses
46:00 - Indie is Always the Future of Comics
50:00 - FCBD...
2024-10-011h 11Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink 50 - Dan Hills - A Sit Down With Comix Wellspring CEO - Part 2Dan Hills talks about the future vision of CWS, what changes are already being implemented for our launch of the new site, what’s going on with pre-press, and how we will always be focused on our community. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
00:54 Having a Vision for the Future
07:22 Making Changes for the Future
17:56 The Importance of Pre-Press
32:58 Improvements Made for the Community
42:28 Uplifting the Community & Being Transparent
Find Comix Wellspring Online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comixwellspring/
Facebook: https://www.faceb...
2024-06-2053 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep #50 - Dan Hills - A Sitdown With Comixwell Spring CEOTIMESTAMPS
01:00 Achieving Balance
10:04 A Team That’s Truly Invested
14:17 Growing Pains & Moving
24:12 Building a Team from the Community
30:03 Refining the Process & Business Transitions
47:48 Looking Back in Hindsight
Find Comix Wellspring Online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comixwellspring/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comixwellspring
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/ComixWellSpring
Subscribe to our Newsletter:
https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b2e5e0f0
Find Comix Wellspring On...
2024-06-1858 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep #49 - Al Acevedo - On How Being True To Yourself Brings The Greatest RewardsWelcome back to Inspired Ink! This week we have creator AL ACEVEDO joining us, and we talk about How finding communities can better any aspect of life, the influence that toy designing and animation has on comics, and how you can make things happen on your own if you truly want it enough.
TIMESTAMPS
01:02 Working Solo & Release Structure
10:25 Working on Thumbnails & Different Programs
18:03 How Animation, Heritage, & Identity Influences Work
33:00 Building Comics Community & Single Issues vs Trades
2024-05-301h 01Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep #48 - Wicked Tree Press - Anthologies, AI, & Active CreatingWelcome back to Inspired Ink! We have creator Jessica Maison of Wicked Tree Press joining us this
week! We talk about balancing creative endeavors from film, prose, and comics, what AI could mean for our future, and why anthologies are an amazing approach for indie creators. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Books to Film to Comics
09:23 Mary Shelley’s School For Monsters
17:08 Prose Writing Influence...
2024-05-281h 04Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #47 - JaVon Stokes - Values of Being A Comic Book CreatorWelcome back to Inspired Ink! This week we have creator Javon Stokes of Visually Stoked media joining us.
We talk about how educational programs can be a boot camp for creators, the values you should hold as you table, and the discipline you must have and the rewards it will deliver.
All that and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:09 Timespan Creating Comics & How School Helped
09:58 Building Discipline
19:56 The Importance of Being Kind
29:49 Visually Stoked Media & Finding Success
38:59 Filtering Fundamentals Through Your Head
47:47 How to Share...
2024-05-231h 04Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #46 - Kristian Herrera - Why Story Structure Is The Vital Blueprint For Great ComicsWelcome back to Inspired Ink! This week we have author Kristain Herrera joining us! We talk about writing craft and how working through story structure in each issue can greatly elevate your story, why it’s great to work with collaborators and how they can bring out the best of your story idea, and how pulling from others can inspire your ideas. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Starting in Comics
11:40 Creating a fully realized world
19:37 Building Collaborations & Establishing Story Rules
25:19 Writing Origins
32:50 Learning more eleme...
2024-05-211h 15Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #45 - Starside Comic - Creative Growing Pains & The Value of CollaborationWelcome back to Inspired Ink! We have Dylan and Lane from the book Starside! We talk about their approach to cons that aren’t focused on cons & why they love cons like IC3, what it’s like to go through creative growing pains, and the importance of caring for your supporting audience. All this and SO much more on today’s inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
00:55 Convention & Tabling Experiences
11:17 Creating Starside Comics
19:38 How Collaboration Influences Stories
26:44 The Future...
2024-05-1600 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #44 - Morgan Herron - On Setting Goals & Pushing Through Until Finding SuccessWelcome back to Inspired Ink! This week we have creator Morgan Herron joining us! We talk about how Saturday Morning cartoons influence comic book art, why you should always be excited about the work you produce, and how standing out can strike a chord with audiences. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Getting Into Comics From a Young Age
07:28 Inking Techniques & Limiting Yourself to Breed Creativity
12:06 Process Breakdown & Making Sure to...
2024-05-141h 07Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep 43 - Amanda Semler - Finding Jobs That Fuel Your Creative CareerWe talk about avenues to explore to become a self-sufficient artist, why a day job might help your creativity, and what success means as an independent creator. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Early Inspirations & Translating Movie Sets to Comics
12:23 Using Mixed Media & Storyboarding in Film and TV
22:21 Artistic Inspirations & Finding Art
30:00 Nailing Down Projects
38:04 Producing Books in Different Formats & Tabling at Cons
49:40 Knowing When Art is Ready, Finding Success, and Balancing Other Work
1:01:15 Pushing Through Rejection
1:10:00 2024 Outlook
Find Amanda Onl...
2024-05-091h 14Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep 42 - Frank Martin - The Process of Branding & Expanding As a WriterThis week we have writer Frank Martin joining us! We talk about the pros and cons of having a wide variety of creative work, how past work can resurface and become reshaped after time, and why you should always just keep writing no matter what. All that and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Thoughts on graded books and the convention experience
11:20 Why to choose crowdfunding and creative output
22:00 Pushing through creative barriers and story inspiration
31:00 The creative process
40:00 The importance of continuing to create
51:40 Starting advice
2024-05-0759 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep 41 - Clara Meath - On Mastering Focus & Balancing CreativityThis week we have creator Clara Meath joining us! We talk about figuring out how to survive and keep your mental in check as a creator, the real difference between patience and putting time aside for your craft, and her advice to have success when tabling. All that and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:04 Balancing projects
04:44 Printing options
10:37 Shifting headspaces & No breaks
22:11 Tabling approach & Developing social skills
37:56 Working through burnout & Creative Process
52:37 Process breakdown
59:11 2024 Outlook
Find Clara online:
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/cl...
2024-05-021h 03Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep #40 - Tony Wolf - Pursuing Passions Relentlessly & Finding SuccessThis week we have creator and actor Tony Wolf joining us! We talk about how pursuing two passions can both benefit the other, the creative struggle of balancing passions and life, and why even slow progress is great progress as a creator.
TIMESTAMPS
00:50 Acting, comics, introvert and extrovert
14:50 Comic educational resources and finding time
26:50 Doing things for yourself and finding success
41:50 Involvement in Cosmic Lion and finding community
1:08:30 2024 Outlook
Find Tony Online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonywolfness/
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/tonywolfness
Check out T...
2024-04-301h 23Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep #39 - Tony McMillen - On Creating A Signature StyleOn this week's episode of Inspired Ink, we have creator Tony McMillen joining us! We talk about Tony’s unique way of approaching his inking, why every idea you have will advance you, and how the more you know the more you can pull from to inspire. All that and so much more on today's Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Stylistic influences & processes
11:00 Pushing through your own barriers & evolving
24:00 Creating on a long timeline and the ebbs and flows of output
33:30 Freedom in Indie Comics and inspirations
51:30 2024 Outlook
Find Tony Online:
Inst...
2024-04-2455 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep 38 - Dan Mendoza - Pulling From Animation & Shaping Your OWN PathWelcome back to Inkspired Ink! This week on the show we have legendary independent creator Dan Mendoza joining us! We talk about how animation has influenced his style, Dan’s journey on creating his successful imprint Still Ill Comics, and the vital role that we all play when meeting anyone who supports our work. All that and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Involvement with CWS
05:12 Origins in comics
10:45 Animation to comics & artistic influences
15:20 The need to work on things vs burnout
19:00 Creating an imprint
29:40 Running a busin...
2024-04-231h 06Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep #37 - Anna Peterson - Bridging The Gap Between Television and ComicsDive into the world of comic book creation with Anna Peterson on the Inspired Ink podcast by Comix Wellspring. Explore how TV writing, storyboarding, crowdfunding, and the art of lettering and design play a pivotal role in making comics.
TIMESTAMPS
00:55 Solo workflow management
04:55 Bringing film & TV storyboarding to comics
08:47 The pace of comic production & crowdfunding mindset
12:25 Structuring a story
16:30 Origin of Rifters and creating characters
20:55 Fine-tuning dialogue
24:00 Design process and animation hopes
29:00 Future stories and balancing projects
32:50 Lettering experience
37:20 Character designs and coloring
42:10 2024 Outlook
...
2024-04-1945 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep 36 - Rick Lopez - The Artist’s Guide To The GalaxyWe have artist and creator Rick Lopez joining us today! We talk about the life of the creator, ways to template your comics for higher efficiency, and our love for comics that inspired us to make comics. All this and so much more on today's Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Tabling anywhere and everywhere
04:15 Artistic inspiration
07:45 Early comic inspirations
16:45 Artists to study
18:45 Finding balance on the page
22:00 Balancing work and creative work
24:45 Working traditionally
32:00 Figuring out the process
40:00 Other projects
51:00 Staying motivated
57:55 2024 Outlook
Find Rick online:
2024-03-281h 02Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #35 - Melissa Capriglione - Indie Insight On Agents And Publishing HousesThis week we have creator Melissa Capriglione joining us. We talk about
the process of finding a graphic novel agent and working with a publisher, how LGBTQ Comics have transformed over the years, and fun with color theory! All that and so much more on today's Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Pitching a graphic novel
06:20 Working with editors and agents
09:00 Deciding to take a book to a publisher
12:00 Royalties and advances process
15:45 Finding an agent
19:30 Pros of major and indie publishing
26:00 The Creation process
33:30 Original artistic inspiration
38:40 LGBTQ+ in co...
2024-03-2650 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #34 - WTF Comics - Indie Publishers on Changing The IndustryWe have publisher and creators Jon Jones and Jack Egan of WTF Comics joining us today! We talk about their experience as comic book publishers, what a comic book collective means to them and how they want to change the indie comic book industry. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Timeline for creation
05:00 Diversity in creation
09:10 Managing expectations
15:00 Navigating the business side
25:00 WTF’s Philosophy
34:00 Importance of patience
36:00 Advice for other publishers
47:45 Next few years for WTF Comics
55:20 Sticking with comics
1:01:00 2024 Outl...
2024-03-211h 08Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #33 - Max Flowers - The Finer Details of Comic Book CraftToday on the show we have creator Max Flowers of Rat Brain Zine joining us today! We have an amazing craft talk about the importance of printing from page quality to formatting your book, comic book storytelling from physical to digital, and panels, panels, panels, how they affect your story! All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Process Zines
04:50 Self-creation
10:00 Changes in a year
16:00 Paper choices
27:00 Digital comics & Unique formatting
34:00 Making comics special
42:00 Paneling in comics
53:30 2024 Outlook
Find Max Online:
Instagram: htt...
2024-03-1956 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep #32 - Jeff DeMars - Craft Talk: Inking At It’s FinestWe have creator Jeff DeMars joining us! We talk about the craft of inking comics, what it truly means to be a strong inker, and how you can support creators in even the smallest of ways. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Setting up a Kickstarter
09:30 Support in indie comics
13:50 Inking talk
25:45 Inspirations
32:40 Tools for inking
41:00 Traditional vs digital work...
2024-03-141h 01Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #31 - Reece Jenkins - Fresh Ideas On Collaborating on Crowdfunding and FamilyTIMESTAMPS
01:00 Being satisfied with a crowdfunding campaign
04:00 Things to implement in future campaigns
13:00 Learning from others and applying that advice
16:30 Making a father & son comic
24:45 Looking to future projects
28:00 Reading comics
31:30 Inspirations
37:20 Translating action to the page
45:00 Coloring process
50:00 The importance of continuing
55:40 2024 Outlook
Find Reece online:
2024-03-1259 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep 30 - Eli Schwab - Creating YOUR Future In ComicsWe have Eli Schwab of Cosmic Lion joining us today! We talk about the journey and history of the Cosmic Lion, what it’s like being a creator and balancing publishing, and the heartfelt moments that keep us creating. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Comics community in LA
02:30 Origins of Cosmic Lion
07:50 Interest in indie comics
14:00 Balance of publishing and personal creativity
20:00 Differences in formatting
24:00 Tabling with other creators
27:00 Convention focus
34:00 Becoming a publisher
45:00 Continuing to promote
50:00 Pushing through the tria...
2024-03-071h 06Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #29 - Tanya Dorph Mankey - The Reality Of The Aspiring Creative LifeWe have artist and creator Tanta Dorph-Mankey joining us today! We talk about what it means to have a day job as a creative person, managing expectations as you work towards a creative degree, and how finding your community can help provide you with confidence in your projects! All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Managing jobs versus creativity
14:00 Introduction to comics
19:20 Wrestling talk
24:20 Family influences
...
2024-03-0557 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep #28 - Hunter Reese - Crafting An Audience To Find SuccessWe have writer and creator Hunter Reese joining us! We talk about how all of us in the creative world live a double life like many of our favorite heroes, how we all draw inspiration from our earliest influences and why capturing an audience is the best way to success. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Intro to making comics
07:45 Primary inspirations
11:45 Stories as emotional support
14:35 Trials of making comics
18:00 Fi...
2024-02-2946 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep 27 - Matthew Sardo - Indie Creator Con & The Future Of IndieInspired Ink Ep 27 - Matthew Sardo - Indie Creator Con & The Future Of Indie
This week we have the founder of Indie Creator Con (ICC) joining us. We talk about how Indie Creator Con came to exist, what it means to find your purpose and a calling in life as a creator, and how you can build upon your past and create a bigger and exciting future.
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Making an indie creator con
18:00 Finding an audience
2024-02-2758 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #26 - Evan Maguire - Finding Creativity As A Freelancing CreatorThis week we have creator Evan Maguire joining us! We talk about freelancing as an artist and the avenues that can open up, finding an audience that fits a niche you love to create, and why to always remember why you make art to keep yourself driven. All that and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Finding freelance work
04:00 Types of projects
08:00 Making work enjoyable
11:40 Tips for making art a business
15:00 Approach to Patreon
20:10 Digital art process
26:00 Being a full-time artist
28:50 Reason to keep go...
2024-02-2241 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #25 - Dave Brown - Finding Passion By Crafting Art That You Love
We have creator Dave Brown joining us today! We talk about why having a diverse selection can benefit you when tabling at conventions, the opportunities that arise at these shows to help you stay inspired, and why it’s so vital to finish your work and move on to the next. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Managing social media
06:00 Sketch covers
11:00 Meeting Batman (Kevin Conroy)
15:00 Networking at conventions
2024-02-2051 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #24 - David Lujan - Building Your Book Like You Would Build A HomeToday we have artist and creator David Lujan joining us! We talk about why laying the foundations of your book is vital just like building a house, developing a style and utilizing your tools as a digital creator, why crowdfunding is essential but to never lose focus on what’s coming next. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Working on vacation
04:00 Working digitally
07:50 Inking influences
10:30 Evolving page layouts
15:25 External fact...
2024-02-1549 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #23 - Julian Lytle - The Evolution of Comics & Media PlatformsToday we have creator Julian Lytle joining us! We talk about why it’s essential to continue to evolve with new media platforms, how you can grow and also evolve as a creator as you learn about deconstructing stories, and the current state of reading digital comics and where we can go from here. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Finding time and energy for projects
05:00 Spending spare time
10:00 Action Figures
2024-02-1356 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #22 - Anya Driffill - Reframing Emotions & Experiences Into ArtWe have creator Anya Drifflle with us! Today wwe talk about how you add more dynamics to your characters by playing with different shapes, how you can find peace with life events through your art, and ways to find success and happiness at conventions! All this and more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Introduction to art
03:00 Artistic influences
08:45 Interest in superheroes
11:30 Putting life into stories
16:30 Using stories as exploration
...
2024-02-0841 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #21 - William Keops Ibanez - The Best Lesson Is To Always Be LearningThis week we have creator William Keops Ibanez joining us! We talk about why the process of making a complete and finished comic provides the most vital lessons, how figure drawings can transform your art, and why studying the classics and past creators can teach us how to tell stories today. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Comic school
05:20 Challenges of sequential storytelling
09:30 Gravitating towards comics
12:20 Deciding to pursue art...
2024-02-0647 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #20 - Darryl Murphy - How Storytelling Gives Your Art Purpose & DirectionWe have creator Darryl Murphy joining us on the show today! We talk about why storytelling is the most important skill to learn, how outlines and storyboarding are important parts of the comic book making process, and why to always make time for your loved ones. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
00:55 WTF Comics
01:55 Military experience
04:25 Journey through storytelling
08:55 Putting something on the page
14:15 Overcoming cre...
2024-02-0152 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #19 - Tom Franck - Love The Process More Than The RewardWe have creator Tom Franck with us today! We talk about why you don’t need to get permission to make art and comics, how loving the process more than the reward is the better mindset, and alternative ways to promote and produce your work! All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
00:50 Moving into comics
05:10 Diving into the elevator pitch
10:10 Stages of creation
20:00 Being open in the creative process
24:45 Outlo...
2024-01-301h 03Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #18 - Paranoid American - Breaking Through By Creating Controversial ArtWe have the publisher Paranoid American joining us today! We talk about how controversial comics can be the most inspiring and informational, why you should be making the books you want to make, and how to let go of creative control and let mistakes happen. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:36 Risks at conventions
04:32 Becoming a publisher
10:38 Expanding to multiple stories
17:52 Working with others
22:00 Building an...
2024-01-2555 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #17- Kevin Beotu - Pulling From Reality To Make Great ArtWe have creator Kevin Betou on the show this week! The winner of the Comix Well Spring Cover Contest and creator of the series Tempo. We talk about why you need to experience and live life to fuel creativity, how the process should feel just as good as the reward, and why all types of reading is vital for all creators. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:40 Current Projects
02:30 Musical influences
06:30 All about Tempo
10:00 Life drawing and character design
14:00 Finding references
18:00 Coloring process
23:45 Benefits of...
2024-01-2347 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink LIVE SPECIAL - Thomas Healy Editor In Chief of SPAWN!Today on Inspired Ink, we will be talking LIVE to Thomas Heeley, the current editor of the record breaking longest-running creator-owned superhero comic book series by Todd McFarlane, SPAWN! We will be discussing his role as editor of Spawn, digging into the new SPAWN 2024 cover contest, opening up for questions, and much more!
So be sure to join us LIVE tonight on Youtube at 8 pm EST.
Follow Comix Well Spring online:
X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ComixWellSpring
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comixwellspring/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comixwellspring
When y...
2024-01-231h 10Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #15 - Sarah Cooke - Why You NEED to Take Risks As a CreatorToday we have Sarah Cooke, writer of No Spell! We talk about the importance of taking on risks and challenges as a creator, how an editor can help bring out what you want on the page, and how indie comics can help highlight more diverse creators. All of this and more on today’s inspired ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:07 Personal experience crowdfunding
04:55 Expanding your audience
09:05 Working with an editor
11:30 Discovering artists
15:45 Structuring stories
2024-01-1649 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #14 - Jade Lowder - Learn To Celebrate Your WorkWe have Jade Lowder, creator of Dead and Still Dying, It’s a Horror Show, and more! We talk about moving your art from traditional to digital world, how to celebrate the work you’ve created, and how any art form can help you make great comics. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:14 Parting with art
08:10 Traditional and digital art
16:30 Growth in a year
22:11 Starting to make co...
2024-01-1149 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #13 - Doug Knight - Tips on Standing Out On Social MediaWe have Doug Knight joining us today! Creator Chiasm, Super Wicked White Cell Squadron, Raygun and more! We talk about navigating through social media and staying relevant as a creator, how anthologies can boost you as a creator, and more convention tips! All this and more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:00 Promoting your work
03:40 Taking inspiration from others posts
08:00 Convention Experience
11:00 Booth essentials
18:00 Strength of anthologies
23:00 Enj...
2024-01-0932 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #12 - Eric Neal Allred - Keys of the Craft of Comic Book WritingToday we have co-writer and co-creator of the series Outer Spaced, Eric Allred joining us! We talk about the craft of writing, how to approach scripts with a co-writer, and the main differences between screenplays and comic scripts!
TIMESTAMPS
01:45 Approaching storytelling
06:50 Having a guiding point
10:50 Differences between film and comics
18:30 Personal style for scripts
25:00 Structuring stories
34:00 2024 Outlook
Find Eric online:
2024-01-0436 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #11 - Ben Collins - How Your Creative Diet Shapes Your WorkWe have Ben Collins, the co-writer and co-creator of OuterSpaced! Today we talk about how to be clear with your scripts, writing in niche genres, writing collaboration and so much more! All this and so much more on today's Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
01:50 Creative diet
05:00 Overwriting and underwriting
08:50 Working with a co-writer
13:00 Promoting Stigmatized Stories
22:00 Finding writing as an outlet
31:00 Ego in the creative process
42:00 Favorite Movies
52:00 2024 Outlook
Find Ben online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outerspacedcomic/
Check out Ben’s website:
https://linktr.ee...
2024-01-0257 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #10- Chris Waigand - Rolling With the Punches of Indie ComicsToday we have the writer of Tights! Chris Waigand joins us on the show today as we talk about how to roll with the punches of making indie comics, how to be concise with your storytelling and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
00:52 Pacing of stories
05:00 Personal hurdles
08:00 Finding artists
18:00 Schedule for making comics
25:00 Successful Kickstarter
38:30 2024 Plans
Find Chris online:
Instagram: ht...
2023-12-2840 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #9 - Jeff Lorentz - NOTHING is Stopping You From Making Indie ComicsThis week we have on the show Jeff Lorentz! We talk about why rest is important as an artist, how to understand your style, and know that there is nothing but yourself from making art! All this and so much more on today's Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
00:45 Lovecraft Influence
03:20 Creative Process
06:20 Finding time to rest
11:50 Anyone can do it
17:20 Practicing
19:00 Working Solo
22:00 Layers in coloring
27:46 Influences
30:00 Future Books
Find Jeff online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorentzartwork?igsh=MTFpb3hmdTlybmtlbg==
Follow Comix Well Spring o...
2023-12-2635 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #8 - Nathan Price - Comics As Mental Health TherapyNathan Price is the publisher of the comic series Night of the Chihuahuas. We talk about how mental health ties into healing, how art can be a form of therapy, and his connection with the El Paso Chihuahuas Baseball team. This and so much more on this week’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
00:38 Why Chihuahua’s?
04:00 Powering through obstacles
06:20 Finding therapy through comics
09:45 Embracing mental health work
19:00 Combining story elements
...
2023-12-2140 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink #7 - Adriean Koleric - Transforming Negativity Into ArtAdriean Koleric is the writer/artist/letterer of the comic series TRAKOVI and the upcoming series THE SITTER. We talk about how to take negative criticism and use it as fuel instead of an extinguisher, what learning various types of styles can do for your comics and so much more!
TIMESTAMPS
00:50 Initial interest in art
05:30 Dealing with Criticism
13:00 Learning to Grow with Your Own Art
19:00 Getting Noticed
25:00 Horror in Comics
2023-12-191h 08Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep 6 - Dan Price - The BEST Comic Book Convention TipsDan Price is the writer/artist of the comic series Bigfoot Knows Karate. Dan gives us his best comic book convention tips from how to gain attention to your table, how things have evolved in the indie industry, and why your old art still matters. All this and so much more on today’s Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
00:37 Bigfoot Knows Karate Currently
06:30 How the Comic Scene has Changed
14:00 How Dan Draws
19:00 Success at Conventions
2023-12-1457 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep 5 - Pat O’Malley - Working With Publishers & The Importance of EditorsPat O'Malley is the writer of the comic series Popscars. We talk about his experience with publishers of different sizes gives us insight on how to decide the route that’s best for yourself, how an editor can benefit any creative project, why to make the book you want to make and so much more!
TIMESTAMPS
00:47 Time Spent Creating vs Reading
02:30 Current Projects
06:50 Approach to Editing Scripts
14:11 Continuing to Work After First Publishing
2023-12-1253 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep 4 - Rey Garza - Tank McGreggorTIMESTAMPS
00:40 Currently working on
03:40 Collaborating with another artist
10:50 Growing Forward
13:00 Screenwriting Background and Short vs Long Stories
14:30 Film to Comics
21:45 Comics Revitalizing Creativity
26:50 Support in the Comics Community
30:30 Using Film Craft in Comics
33:30 The Freedom of Comics
36:30 Exploring other Genres
44:30 Advice for Feeling Stuck Creatively
Find Rey...
2023-12-0751 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep 3 - Brandon De Pillis - AutolyseBrandon De Pillis is the cartoonist of the comic series Cannonball Presents: boom. and Autolyse. His hands-on life experience with photography and carpenting have helped shape and influence how he makes comics. We talk about discovering your artistic style through how you view life, accepting your unique style of creating and so much more!
TIMESTAMPS
00:50 Personal Life Influence in Books
04:00 Horror and Sci-Fi Influences
05:50 Cinematic Perspectives in Paneling
09:00 Building and Putting Influences Together
12:00 Developing a...
2023-12-0555 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink Ep 2 - Dominick & Lydia Monette - Life On Saturn ProductionsLydia and Dominick Mieses-Monette are the comic team behind the comic series Fennec. We talk about what it's like going from fine art studies to comics, working together and balancing their relationship, where they draw their inspiration to create unique lettering. All this and so much more in today's Inspired Ink!
TIMESTAMPS
00:35 Intro to making art
04:30 Diving into Lettering
08:38 Current Comic Reading
10:10 Manga Influence
11:05 From Fine Art to Comics
13:30 Creating Stories Together
16:35 Musical Background
18:25 Balancing Various Creative Endeavors
22:10 Promoting Art
26:30 Long Term Goals
28:30 Comic Work
32:00 C...
2023-11-3051 minInspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring PodcastInspired Ink EP 1 - Mark Bernal - Lesser Known ComicsIn this inaugural episode of Inspired Ink, our host, Brandon Bloxdorf, sits down with the remarkable founder of Lesser Known Comics, Mark Bernal. Join them in this engaging, enlightening, and spirited discussion as they explore the immense passion driving the indie comic community. Delving into the delicate art of maintaining a balance between life and jumping into creating indie comics.
TIMESTAMPS:
01:38 - The Genesis of Lesser Known Comics
05:31 - The Initial Hurdles in Creating Comics
09:30 - The Quest for the Perfect Collaborators
14:20 - Defining Success in the World of Comics
18:20 - What...
2023-11-2036 min
Broadcasts From The Dispatch: Exploring The Indie Comic MultiverseS3:E8 - Black Comix Day - Empowered: Old Vs. NewThis week's episode is a bit different! This year marked 5 years of Black Comix Day in San Diego, California. Our own Brian Lambert was part of a panel on Saturday, February 11, entitled Empowered: Old vs. Young. The panel discussed, "Do audiences really want original characters of color or prefer the recasting of established characters as POC?" The panel included Mia L. Bunn, Robert Roach, and Christina Cromer.
https://indiecomixdispatch.com/icdawards
--
Broadcast From The Dispatch is a weekly podcast show produced by Indie Comix Dispatch that explores trends and...
2023-03-041h 10Broadcasts From The Dispatch: Exploring The Indie Comic MultiverseS3:E1 - Making and Printing Comics with Comix Well SpringDan Hills from Comix Well Spring talks about printing comics, the creative community, and the future of Comix Well Spring with Brett on the Season 3 premiere of Broadcasts From The Dispatch!
--
Broadcast From The Dispatch is a weekly live stream and podcast show produced by Indie Comix Dispatch that explores trends and topics relating to independent, creator-owned, and small press comics. You can always join the live stream to ask comic-related questions of our panelists most Tuesday nights at 8:30 PM EST on The Dispatch's social media channels. You can find out more about Indie C...
2022-11-301h 09
Broadcasts From The Dispatch: Exploring The Indie Comic MultiverseS2:E4 - Printing Comics (w/ Comix Well Spring)ICD welcomes Comix Well Spring aboard The Dispatch! Anthony and Dan talk comic printing, Kickstarter fulfillment, and all things indie comics!
👉 https://www.grekoprinting-comixwellspring.com/
Broadcast From The Dispatch is a weekly live stream and podcast show produced by Indie Comix Dispatch that explores trends and topics relating to independent, creator-owned, and small press comics. You can always join the live stream to ask comic-related questions of our panelists most Thursday nights at 8:30 PM EST on The Dispatch's social media channels.
You can find out more about Indie Comix Dispatch, read our indie com...
2021-09-1058 minBroadcasts From The Dispatch: Exploring The Indie Comic MultiverseEpisode 027 - Brett & Tyr and the birth of ICD!Brett and Tyr reminisce about the beginnings of ICD and their friendship! We talk Year 2 projects and the Kickstarter campaign!
Broadcast From The Dispatch is a weekly live stream and podcast show produced by Indie Comix Dispatch that explores trends and topics relating to indie and small press comics. You can always join the live stream to ask comic-related questions of our panelists most Wednesday nights at 8:30 PM EST on The Dispatch's social media channels.
You can find out more about Indie Comix Dispatch, read our indie comic review, and all of our many projects at...
2021-05-131h 29Broadcasts From The Dispatch: Exploring The Indie Comic MultiverseEpisode 026 - Spy ThrillersBrett and Tyr host Doug Wagner, Aaron Dowen, and Ruben Romero for a discussion on Spy Thriller indie comics!
Broadcast From The Dispatch is a weekly live stream and podcast show produced by Indie Comix Dispatch that explores trends and topics relating to indie and small press comics. You can always join the live stream to ask comic-related questions of our panelists most Wednesday nights at 8:30 PM EST on The Dispatch's social media channels.
You can find out more about Indie Comix Dispatch, read our indie comic review, and all of our many projects at h...
2021-05-061h 05Broadcasts From The Dispatch: Exploring The Indie Comic MultiverseEpisode 025 - Indie AnimationBrett and Tyr host Tyler Martin, Wilson Lee Jr., and Greg Moquin to talk about animating your comic project! #Comics #indiecomics #makecomics
Broadcast From The Dispatch is a weekly live stream and podcast show produced by Indie Comix Dispatch that explores trends and topics relating to indie and small press comics. You can always join the live stream to ask comic-related questions of our panelists most Wednesday nights at 8:30 PM EST on The Dispatch's social media channels.
You can find out more about Indie Comix Dispatch, read our indie comic review, and all of our m...
2021-04-291h 11