Comic Lab

Love it... Hate it... Reddit


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Cartoonist Brad Guigar talks about his love/hate relationship with Reddit — and the publishing strategy that's currently delivering Patreon backers that has him loving it again.

Today's Show

  • Brad's Love/Hate Relationship with Reddit
  • The ComicLab Accent Challenge
  • Working on Comics at Work

NSFW comic artists on Reddit

Brad mentioned getting great advice from people doing NSFW comics on Reddit. Here are a few of them.

  • u/GrimDarkDork
  • u/DarlingSnarl
  • u/LeFauxCreux

Takeaways

  • Boredom can spark creativity and lead to new ideas.
  • Writing on paper during downtime at work is a safe way to create.
  • Avoid using company resources for personal projects to protect your IP.
  • Engaging with readers on Reddit can lead to new opportunities.
  • Consistency in posting is key to building an audience.
  • NSFW content is becoming more accepted on platforms like Reddit.
  • Utilizing hyperlinks in posts can drive traffic to your work.
  • Creating a fourth panel as a stinger can enhance humor in comics.
  • Understanding your audience's feedback is crucial for growth.
  • Experimenting with different formats can lead to new creative avenues.

Summary

In this episode of ComicLab, cartoonists Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett discuss the challenges and strategies of comic creation, particularly focusing on the use of Reddit as a platform for engagement. They explore the ethics of working on personal projects during downtime at work, the acceptance of NSFW content, and the importance of consistency in posting. The episode also features listener interaction, discussing how accents can influence perceptions, and concludes with a challenge from the hosts.

 

 

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Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive.

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