Comics Experience Make Comics Podcast

Comics Experience

Have you ever wanted to learn how to make comics like the pros do? Comics Experience's Andy Schmidt gives you the inside information and tips that can help to make you a better comics creator. Andy, the founder of the online comic book school Comics Experience, is a former editor at Marvel Comics and IDW Publishing, as well as a comic book writer and the author of the Eagle Award-winning book, The Insider's Guide to Creating Comics and Graphic Novels, published by Impact Books.

  • 28 minutes 18 seconds
    What Factors Impact Comic Book Character Design?
    In this episode of the Comics Experience Podcast, Gamal and Andy discuss how to create iconic characters for your comics that can translate into cosplay, film and merchandise.
    20 November 2024, 1:30 pm
  • 34 minutes 46 seconds
    How Do You Fit Comics into the Rest of Your Life?
    In this episode, Andy and Gamal discuss the technical and mental tools comic creators can use to build their businesses, improve their craft, and still have time for work, family, and self-care.
    22 October 2024, 8:43 pm
  • 24 minutes 46 seconds
    How Do You Write Comic Story Arcs?
    In this episode of the Comics Experience Podcast, Gamal and Andy discuss the relationship between the business and creative aspects of writing a comic book story arc. We discuss what creators need to consider when deciding how to tell a story and how long the story needs to be.
    9 October 2024, 11:58 am
  • 15 minutes 20 seconds
    How Much Horror is Too Much Horror?
    In this weekā€™s episode of the Comics Experience Podcast, Andy and Gamal discuss the growth of the horror genre in comics and what it means for creators interested in following this trend.
    24 September 2024, 7:53 pm
  • 15 minutes 53 seconds
    What Can You Learn from John Cassaday About Being a Comic Creator?
    The tragic loss of John Cassaday from the world of comics shines a light on two ideas every creator can benefit from: how to be a professional and preparing for an uncertain future.
    10 September 2024, 6:47 pm
  • 34 minutes 2 seconds
    How Do You Find the Right Artist for Your Comic?
    Not every artist works with every script, no matter how talented they are. In this episode of the Comics Experience podcast, Andy and Gamal discuss the creative and stylistic factors that go into finding the best artist for your story.
    20 August 2024, 7:04 pm
  • 31 minutes 57 seconds
    What Will You Do If AI Takes Over Comics?
    In this episode of the Comics Experience Podcast, Andy and GamalĀ take a deep dive into the implications of Kaepernickā€™s AI comic book company and the potential threat of AI to comic creators and publishers in the near future.Ā 
    6 August 2024, 9:59 pm
  • 31 minutes 13 seconds
    How Do Professionals Attend Comic Book Conventions?
    In this episode, Andy and Gamal discuss how to manage comic cons as a working professional before, during, and after the event.
    11 July 2024, 4:12 pm
  • 26 minutes 54 seconds
    Can You Control the Cost of Conventions?
    In this episode of the Comics Experience Podcast, Andy and Gamal discuss the financial aspect of attending conventions as a professional, including the impact of getting a table, how to reduce costs, and setting up a business for tax deductions.
    11 June 2024, 7:16 pm
  • 31 minutes 54 seconds
    What Does the Movie Slump Mean for Comics?
    In this weekā€™s episode of the Comics Experience Podcast, Andy and Gamal look at the disappointing results of films like Furiosa and discuss the parallels within the comic book industry.
    28 May 2024, 6:48 pm
  • 30 minutes 11 seconds
    Can AI Royalties Be A Profitable Solution for Comic Creators?
    In this episode of the Comics Experience Podcast, Andy and Gamal discuss an AI licensing system that could provide a living wage for creators.
    15 May 2024, 1:09 pm
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