Breaking Into Comics With Pro Comic Artist Andy Smith

Discover the secrets to breaking into the competitive world of comic book artistry in this 1 hour 35 minute interview with professional comic artist Andy Smith. Learn how to create a winning portfolio that catches publishers' attention, navigate the modern landscape of social media portfolios, and understand the additional factors that influence your chances of success. Gain insights on working with top studios, collaborating with superstar talent, and avoiding common pitfalls in the submission process. Explore topics such as persistence, storyboarding, anatomy, perspective, and effective networking strategies. Benefit from Andy's two decades of experience working on major titles like X-Men, Green Lantern, Batman, and Superman as he shares invaluable advice on making your comics stand out and securing your first comic book gig.

Intro
Where and how Andy broke into comics
Working with pro artists
Working on backgrounds
Working with Bart Sears
Persistence
Storyboards
Initial Jobs
broadening your horizons
what to look out for
how to practice penciling comics
portfolio advice
how long does it take
the human body
first approach
anatomy and perspective
how to draw comics
finishing school first
making your comics stand out
bulk envelopes
multicolored envelopes
email
credit page
Andy Smith
Ask a friend
Show your work
My little pony
Exclusive contracts