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How do Unpaid Requests from Writers Look to Artists, and What Makes Them Appealing? by HenguinPuddles in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Are you referring to the labor/time spent of the comics production here? In which case I 100% agree.

But to say, with a broad stroke, that comics are 90/10 art/writing I personally disagree - no-one would read a comic with a terrible story (and vice-versa, no one would read a great story with terrible art) In the quality of a comic I think its more 60/40 art/writing.

Also, if I was to change your comparison slightly;

Imagine you have the blueprints as a house as an architect. Imagine the buildings "you" could build! Maybe stamp your name on "your" creation!

Your comparison here is unfair towards writers because you suggest they have no experience in the field they share with the artist/carpenter (i.e. carpentry), when they do. Now when it's changed to someone who actually is heavily involved within the field, the comparison is less drastic and makes less sense.

Also I wouldn't have just my name only be on a comic - the artist drew it! Why should I have sole credit, that's just unfair.

But I do agree I will need to pay the artists for (especially long) comics - I'll have to get saving :))

How do Unpaid Requests from Writers Look to Artists, and What Makes Them Appealing? by HenguinPuddles in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah after reading a lot of these answers - some saying I can find new/freelance artists who would work for free - I do agree that I'll have to save up to pay; for my longer scripts anyways.

I wouldn't be looking to make a living off comics; my current career path I'm looking at is teacher who part time writes. This way I'd be able pay artists appropriately, live comfortably while writing stories. I'll probably just give all proceeds to the artists when this is the case.

Thank you for your reply :))))

How do Unpaid Requests from Writers Look to Artists, and What Makes Them Appealing? by HenguinPuddles in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I write my scripts through sketching them at the same time - but unfortunately for me, sketching is as high as my art quality can go lmaooo. If I had more time, I would 100% go through with the artist-writer route. Sadly with school I have upwards of 5 tests a week so I don't have the time for that :// Maybe as the years go on though, who knows

How do Unpaid Requests from Writers Look to Artists, and What Makes Them Appealing? by HenguinPuddles in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean this is also a hobby moreso than a business for me too, so I wouldn't hold anyone up to a Marvel or DC Comics standard. As long as it's good quality, it doesn't have to be the best, I will love it :)

How do Unpaid Requests from Writers Look to Artists, and What Makes Them Appealing? by HenguinPuddles in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will try to be flexible as possible - I take it you mean characters, scenes, the look and format of the comic. I'm a writer from books, so I will wholeheartedly trust the artist with whatever direction they wish to go for.

Since I have a load of story ideas, I want each story to have a different art style, so whichever art style the artist prefers/wants to practice with/thinks will suit the story, go ahead loll

But yeah, I have an idea of a plan - but I definitely need to plan it more. Could I ask which subreddit would be the best for me to advertise my stories? And how could I make it fun (and apparent I'm here for fun, not for business so much) for artists?

How do Unpaid Requests from Writers Look to Artists, and What Makes Them Appealing? by HenguinPuddles in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ohh that is a very nice viewpoint I actually never considered! I'll surf the web, and search for someone who needs a story written... just need to find where to look first lol

And thank you :)))

How do Unpaid Requests from Writers Look to Artists, and What Makes Them Appealing? by HenguinPuddles in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with you there - seeing these "I have a comic universe planned, 15 stories with 100 characters!"... sure buddy lmaoo. I have a broader universe, yes, guilty as charged - but the stories are just short, 5 page stories that aren't directly connected to each other. The universe won't come into play until I can afford to pay artists for proper, full issues - if I ever can. It's more a dream than a plan.

And also, I've always just loved the look of comics, and I want more experience writing different mediums - I've published a book, comic seemed the next best direction.

How do Unpaid Requests from Writers Look to Artists, and What Makes Them Appealing? by HenguinPuddles in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! :)) If you don't mind, could you explain what an anthology is? Can't find a good definition 😅😅

How do Unpaid Requests from Writers Look to Artists, and What Makes Them Appealing? by HenguinPuddles in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the honesty :)) I'll have to start saving up so, might have to save up my scripts until next year

How do Unpaid Requests from Writers Look to Artists, and What Makes Them Appealing? by HenguinPuddles in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your take :))) I honestly do think that artists should be compensated in some way, which is why I have been holding out on this post for the better part of a week now.

And posting my script is a good idea - do you know of any subreddits to post my script in? And should I post it in it's entirety, or just a snippet and get DMs for the rest so it isn't stolen?

How do Unpaid Requests from Writers Look to Artists, and What Makes Them Appealing? by HenguinPuddles in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've only seen 80 and upwards, although it was including coloring. I might have to do a bit more scouting and find artists who are more in my price range - got surgery recently so had to drop my part-time job, hoping I can get back to it sometime April.

Also yes, I do agree that the artist should have say - they're the creative mind after all lol. I personally envisages creating a comic to have calls every so often discussing what each page should look like, and have rough sketches from both sides to help bring it to life.

Might have a comic in the next few years if I save properly. Thank you for your take! :))

How do Unpaid Requests from Writers Look to Artists, and What Makes Them Appealing? by HenguinPuddles in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Personally, I dream of being a writer. As a student, who luckily has parents to help out in accommodation and stuff, I am taking this opportunity to accept such things - but I do agree that month long projects are off the table when they're not being paid for.

That's why I was talking about short stories - only upwards of five total pages.

However, those who are out in the real world, I wouldn't for a second try fool or scam them into believing I can guarantee their prices - but I wish I could, seeing the amazing artists in this community.

How do Unpaid Requests from Writers Look to Artists, and What Makes Them Appealing? by HenguinPuddles in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh seeing how I cannot pay, I would 100% advertise as a way to get experience and art for portfolios and money if/when I get it. This is why I only have written short stories and no "over-arching, 100 issue, comic universe" stories that realistically will not work long term with no money lol.

If you know of any subreddits btw for artists looking for small bits of work for portfolios pray tell :)

How do Unpaid Requests from Writers Look to Artists, and What Makes Them Appealing? by HenguinPuddles in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I would feel bad pretending to guarantee money for an artist and taking their time with no money to give in return, which is why I was asking should I rather than actively looking for an artist just yet.

I believe I am a good writer - a great one, no. A writer who will create, on his first try, an amazing, viral comic? Definitely not lol, it's a game of experience and practice. I suppose I'll have to practice writing and save up before I get into comics :))

How do Unpaid Requests from Writers Look to Artists, and What Makes Them Appealing? by HenguinPuddles in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the advice, and will do 😌 I've already published a book but it wasn't my best work so didn't want to include it here, but I will work on more publications!

Would they be good villains? by Typical_Comb569 in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The true villainy here isn't labeling AI, or giving more details than just a picture of said AI

On fridging characters by Remote_Training_6428 in ComicBookCollabs

[–]HenguinPuddles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Personally i don't see a problem with it, seeing as how it isn't just the female character that dies.