How to Be a Comic Book Artist

If you have strong graphic design and art skills, you may be interested in becoming a comic book artist. There are several ways to have your comic book artwork printed and distributed, but you'll need to map out a plan of action to make your dream come to life. You can apply for a job at a comic book publishing house or self-publish your own books through a number of resources.

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Prepare a Portfolio
- If you've ever applied for a job in graphics or design before, then you know the importance of a portfolio. Ideally, your portfolio should showcase the range of skills a potential hiring editor will look for in an up-and-coming artist. There are five basic things you need to do to prepare a proper portfolio to really wow the publishing houses:
  
  1. Know what comic book editors are looking for
  
  2. Know your specialty
  
  3. Gather your materials
  
  4. Prepare your samples
  
  5. Be original

Next: Apply for a Job at a Comic Book Publishing House

"How to Self-Publish Your Own Comic Book"; Tony Caputo; 1997

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Amin Dec 07, 2011
Its my dream to make a comic, to get my stories out there and see people enjoy them.
Deyonprettyboiclark Nov 17, 2011
I could really use some help..
Khajornpan Oct 15, 2011
to be a Comic Book Artist
supaswagg Sep 12, 2011
hey yall do yall want to form a team if yall want to I'm a great artist to and a good graphicdesign artist I can help yall wit alote of stuff I realy would love to form a team wit all three of us.
Gin Sep 10, 2011
I'll be a great comics artist in the future..

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