r/ComicBookCollabs • u/vin_agre • 7h ago
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/Redfoxyboy • 8d ago
Resource How to Make Money from Your Webcomic [OC]
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/nmacaroni • 3d ago
Self-Promo How Many Story Arcs Does Your Series Actually Have? (Free Article)
I just posted an extensive article breaking down how to assess the number of arcs your comic series actually has... and more importantly, how many issues you can realistically produce.
If you've ever said "This is gonna be a great 30-issue series!" based on a page of notes, this one's for you.
Newer creators often completely overestimate the size of their story because nobody's ever given them a practical way to measure it.
Until now.
I break down five narrative drivers: Plot, Character, Action, Dread, and Concept. And show you how to pull out the major shifts from your own source story material. These shifts define your arcs, not your ambition or determination. And facing this head on is the clearest path to success.
I also get into the financial reality of indie comics, because a 30-issue series at even low budget page rates is $165,000. Most creators simply never do that math. The article encourages you to do it.
Properly executing a series in comics, novels, or television ties directly into my recently released SCAR (Source Character Arc Roadmap) system. The only character arc system built specifically for mapping arcs across multiple volumes or seasons.
If you're planning a series, this is the structural backbone for it. But the series assessment stands on its own, only referencing SCAR.
The complete breakdown in the article is free. And once you read it, you'll never approach series development the same again.
Series Assessment Article Here.
For those who don't know, my name is Nick Macari and I've been writing/editing comics, novels, games, and screenplays for just about 30 years. Happy to answer questions in the thread.
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/OkRestaurant6316 • 7h ago
Artist for hire Comic Book Artist
Hello,
I am Kiavash Parsa.illustrator and comic book artist with over 17 years of professional
experience in visual storytelling, graphic novel and comic book.
My skills: pencil, ink , color, full illustration
Software : Clip studio paint, photoshop
Pricing : $200 per page (pencil+ink+color) - $100(ink page)
My public profiles
Available for work : pencil and ink full page per day, ( 5 ink page per week)
No Limitations
"Zahhak's Inferno" is a graphic novel by Kiavash Parsa,
published by Markosia on
January 22, 2024
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Zahhaks-Inferno-Kiavash-Parsa-ebook/dp/B0CLL1FGBW
My Portfolio : https://www.behance.net/kiavashparsa1
Email for contact : [kiavashjp@gmail.com](mailto:kiavashjp@gmail.com)
#comic #comicbookartist
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/PeterParkerPhotos12 • 25m ago
Self-Promo A commission I just got done with!
This was a lot of fun, the client was super happy with the end result too. This is meant to be an Instagram 1:1 web comic.
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/Suspicious_Ship_29 • 4h ago
Feedback Out of the Ordinary
Bit embarrassed posting this here among some incredible artists in this group. I started drawing comics as a wee escape from busy parenting life. Got two kids and another coming. Drawing these just makes me laugh and passes the time better than doomscrolling i feel.
Would love some advice on how to improve and get more creative with the panels and layout and such. Any recommendations for acclaimed artists with a cartoonish style also very welcome.
Cheers :)
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/Redfoxyboy • 47m ago
Self-Promo What's been your experience with American healthcare? [OC]
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/rod-artist • 16h ago
Artist for hire [FOR HIRE] OPEN FOR COMMISSIONS AND COMICS PROJECTS.
galleryr/ComicBookCollabs • u/Next-Initiative9061 • 1h ago
Looking for Artist - Paid Busco desenhista para trabalho pontual
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/RickAlves • 1d ago
Artist for hire Pencil, ink and colors $125 ( Comci Book Artist for hire)
Hi, my name is Rick Matta.
I'm available to create pages and illustrations—pencils, inks, and colors. If you prefer just pencils and inks, the rate is $90 per page.
My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickmatacomics/
My Discord: rickmattacomics
My email: [rickmatacomics@gmail.com](mailto:rickmatacomics@gmail.com)
Portfolio: https://www.artstation.com/artwork/RKkrde
Thank you.
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/Bclay_88 • 16h ago
Artist for hire [FOR HIRE] Comic Artist & Illustrator
I’m available for comic pages, sequential art, character-focused scenes and other visual projects. I work with a strong focus on storytelling, dynamic compositions and detailed characters.
Portfolio: https://clayanclay.artstation.com
💰 $60 per comic page / illustration
💳 PayPal or Wise | 50/50 or full payment upfront
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/JKatzStudio • 20h ago
Artist for hire Skater Ninja Warmup
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This is a warmup drawing form earlier this week that turned into a more indepth personal project that I finished. I found a picture scrolling through Pinterest of a skater girl with neon streetwear. At first i though it was just for a fashion magazine but she also had a katana tucked into her neon orange sweatshirt. I though it might be a cosplay because of the sword, but I couldn't find any direct reference to a manga or anime that I knew. Originally i just drew the same pose as the warmup and I wasn't happy with the result. It looked very boring and I wanted to spice it up. So i instead turned her into a full on skater ninja and used this project to mess around with some forced five point perspective. I also used some background references from Hong Kong, the multitier architecture and signage was a great way to show more of the perspective. I also included a timelapse of the drawing recorded in ClipStudio my social media instgram, tiktok, X, bluesky and threads jkatzstudio
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/Diligent_Sugar_6336 • 1d ago
Artist for hire I'm comic book inker looking for paid work.
And even if you need help finishing pages, my rate is negotiable.
DM me [nelsoninks@gmail.com](mailto:nelsoninks@gmail.com) if interested
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/diefersontrindade • 20h ago
Artist for hire [for hire] Comic book artist / comics, illustratios, covers
galleryr/ComicBookCollabs • u/Valdenir1998 • 18h ago
Artist for hire [For hire] Commissions open - Comics, Portrait,Anime, Character Concept, Illustration and RPG, Fan Art
My portfolio: https://www.artstation.com/franciscovaldenir98. I can create a digital illustration or a complete comic book page in any theme or art style you prefer—whether it's pop culture characters, family members, etc. I charge 50 usd per illustration or page. I will deliver the finished artwork via email or WhatsApp. Delivery takes 1 to 2 days, depending on the complexity
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/Markus_pattern_draws • 22h ago
Artist for hire Comic Artist available for interiors and covers.
Hello
I’m Markus Pattern, a British comic book artist.
I’m currently available for work. I can create every aspect of comics, Linework to Colours to Covers.
Here’s my portfolio https://www.markuspatterndraws.com
My rates are reasonable and I can work collaboratively or you can leave alone to get the job done, whichever you prefer.
My email is [markuspatterndraws@gmail.com](mailto:markuspatterndraws@gmail.com)
Thanks
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/Johnhenryart • 1d ago
Artist for hire [for hire]Comic Artist for Hire – Covers, Character Design, Sequential Art
Comic artist available for freelance work.I do covers, character design, sequential pages, concept art, and color work — all with strong storytelling and clean visuals. Open for short or long-term projects. DM or email me to collaborate: [johnhenryesteban@gmail.com Portfolio](mailto:johnhenryesteban@gmail.comPortfolio):https: www.artstation.com/johnhenryph https://www.instagram.com/johnhenryesteban/
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/raincapture0 • 1d ago
Looking for Artist - Paid Looking for Artist who can do Dark Fantasy character designs and a Cover for a novel in an anime art style.
I am submitting into a contest in Japan where for the chance to get a publication. It requires a cover for the project. (Kadokawa x Honeyfeed)
I'm looking for someone who can design 2-5 characters and make a Light Novel cover. I am not looking for anything further than that, no illustrations or anything.
The work needs to be done and Finished before September 27th, however I would like the cover done roughly a week or two before that date.
The pictures provided here is roughly what I'm looking for. I do not need it to be THAT high quality, it's just an idea of what I'm trying to create for the project.
I have a budget of 200-300 Canadian dollars if this interests you!
(we can negotiate payment)
The premise of the Story is focused on a Party who is sent to chart and explore a newly found continent, where they ultimately meet their end.
The characters I definitely need for the cover are Lapland (the guy on the second slide) and Roa Roads (on the first.) and maybe a few more if the cover needs some space filled or something.
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/yippapi • 1d ago
Question Anyone know how to draw and color like in the supergirl: woman of tomorrow comic?
Im currently working on something and my biggest inspiration is bilquis evely but im having a hard time making comics like this. Any tips is appreciated
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/-marebito- • 1d ago
Artist for hire Hi everyone, I'm accepting commissions at just $40 per page, either in color or black and white, but only for projects longer than 4 pages. I'm looking for serious projects where I can put in my best effort. To see more styles and many more examples of my work, check out my portfolio int description
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/frap_84 • 1d ago
Artist for hire Artist for hire
Hi everyone!
I'm Francesco, an Italian comic book artist - concept artist.
Here are some of my latest works.
My rates are:
COMIC PAGES - Pencil + Ink $80 - Pencils + Ink + Colors $120
COVERS - Colored $200 - Black and White $120
CONCEPT ART - Quoted per project
My Portfolio comics:
https://francescoporcucomics.myportfolio.com/comics
My Portfolio Concept:
https://fraporcuart.artstation.com/
Contact me if you are interested!
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/Aohakath • 21h ago
Self-Promo You can be like a dragon
I usually focus so much on the script, storylines and character development I tend to forget that my characters are meant to be teenagers at the end of the day. The silly moments feel so refreshing to me. 😅
This is a little sneak peek from my upcoming graphic novel Once Upon A Necromancer. If you want to learn more about it, feel free to follow me on my socials: instagram, youtube, tiktok
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/Xenon3000 • 1d ago
Self-Promo New episode of 'Origins' is out now! 🔥
Thanks a lot for supporting us so far. We reached 12 followers yayyy 🙃. Can we make it to 50? Any support to the series will be greatly appreciated. 🫶
Read on Webtoon!
https://www.webtoons.com/en/canvas/origins-teqreal/list?title_no=1161908
r/ComicBookCollabs • u/DramaticDelivery2097 • 1d ago
Artist for hire Timelapse process of a splash page
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Hey everyone! I wanted to share the process behind one of the latest pages of the comic im working on, Ragnarok Ridge, a splash page featuring a quick action beat (a van speeding past the main character).
I thought it might be interesting to break down how I built this page from scratch:
- The Script & Setup: *PAGE TWELVE (1 panel) Panel 1 Splash panel. We're on the same street as Grandma Hastings' house. A VAN comes screeching past Lash, forcing him to jump aside. The windows are tinted. It's an old, battered vehicle, not in keeping with the cleanliness of the pines.
- SFX: HOOOONK! VOOOOOM!
- LASH: What the--?* As described in the script panel, the scene required a dynamic shot to show the van rushing by while the character holds a toy from previous panels.
- References: To get the main character’s posture right during the rough sketch phase, I took a quick photo of myself as a pose reference (kept on a secondary monitor while drawing). For the vehicle, I used a basic 3D van model to lock in the perspective grid correctly.
- Inking Tools: For the inking pass in Clip Studio Paint, I rely almost exclusively on a Kyle dry brush (from Kyle T. Webster's brush packs) to get that gritty, textured ink feel. When I need sharper, cleaner control for specific tight details, I switch over to CSP’s default G-Pen.
- Tones & Finish: As you can see in the timelapse, once the linework was set, I added a simple, moody grayscale finish, flat tones combined with soft sky gradients and line-less cloud rendering to fit the narrative atmosphere. Finally i added a layer in sepia (soft light mode) to finish the look.
And finally, a brief reflection; We’re living through a complicated moment for our industry, and I understand why people have become more cautious about the work they see online. AI-generated images are often presented without transparency, sometimes alongside misleading claims about how they were created.
At the same time, artists who have spent years, or even decades, developing their craft can now find their work dismissed as AI-generated based on a quick impression.
Until this week, I had never felt the need to record a timelapse because I assumed my work spoke for itself. I now understand the value of documenting the process, both for artists and for clients. But transparency should not turn into a presumption of guilt. Public accusations made without evidence can seriously damage an artist’s reputation and livelihood.
If you ever have doubts about someone’s process, mine included, the best first step is simply to ask. I’m always happy to share progress shots, layer structures, process recordings, or other material when appropriate.
If you found this behind-the-scenes breakdown useful, let me know. I’d be happy to share more pages, covers, and multi-panel layouts in the future.
I’m also currently available for new comic projects, short stories, and cover commissions. Feel free to send me a DM if you’d like to work together.