r/ComicBookCollabs • • 17d ago

Resource Don’t Assume Your Friends and Family Will Read Your Comic Book. Life lesson learned.

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I learned this awhile back and used to really mess with my head. Don't assume or expect that your family and friends will read your work or support your creative projects. Simple as that. Don't try to pressure them. If they ask about it and want a copy, then give them one. If you try to push your work on them and get mad when they don't read it, you will surely be disappointed. It sucks. We create something and hope our close friends and family will take an interest...that is a rarity.

I have family members who have never read my work. I used to get offended by it. I automatically assumed they would read my books, but that is not the case. What bothered me the most was when certain people would constantly ask me what I was working on. Then, when I finally finished, I would pass the news along. And they act like I was snake oil salesman. Don’t ask for a copy of my book and then not read it. That is what hurts.

But expecting people to read it as though it’s a foregone conclusion is not realistic. You hope they do, but temper your expectations. They are not obligated to read or support your work. All you can do is hope they will because you created something you want to share with them.


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 26d ago

Feedback Shorts- What to do with 'em, do they make sense, criticism, etc?

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I've been making a bunch of short comics and I'm really enjoying the format. They're one and done stories, perfect for social media, collaboration pieces, or portfolio stuffers. Plus, I'm learning so much about writing within limitations.

(When I was looking for writer-collabs, I meant shorts like these).

Question is, do they make sense as stories? Are they satisfactory chunks of story/ narrative? And what would you do with a bunch of short comics? Can you build any sort of career traction with a series of unrelated shorts? If anybody has been making shorts , where do you post them?

Lastly, any criticism / suggestions are welcome.

Thanks!


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 46m ago

Artist for hire [FOR HIRE] Pro comic artist looking for new gigs! (B&W, noir feel)

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Hey there!

Looking for some commission work to fill up my schedule for the next couple of months.
I still have some slot available for sequentials or cover art.

Check more samples out here: https://nicoarcuti.crevado.com/

Rates starting at 80$ for B&W pages, if you want more info please:

Either hit me up on ig: https://www.instagram.com/nicoarcu.art/

or via email: [email protected]

Cheers!


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 50m ago

Artist for hire Professional Comic Book Artist – 8+ Years of Experience

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Hey! I'm a professional comic book artist with over 8 years of experience working with clients from different countries.

I work on complete comic book pages, from rough sketches to finished, fully colored artwork. I'm used to working on long-term projects, meeting deadlines, and maintaining consistent quality.

My rate starts at $150 USD

I'm currently open to working with writers, publishers, and studios looking for an experienced and reliable artist.

check my portfolio HERE!

Feel free to DM me!


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 7h ago

Artist for hire [FOR HIRE] Anime/Manga Style Artist – Commissions Open! (WEBTOON, Manga Pages & Illustrations)

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r/ComicBookCollabs • • 3h ago

Artist for hire [For hire] COMMISSIONS OPEN. Hi, I’m a comic book artist looking for paid work at an affordable rate. I have years of experience. I can create comic pages (pencils and inks), design characters, and produce covers.

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Hello, I am a comic book artist with years of experience. Here is my portfolio: https://www.behance.net/christianpea3

My email address is [email protected]


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 11h ago

Artist for hire [FOR HIRE] Professional Comic Book Artist Available for Work!

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Hello everyone!

I'm ALPER GEÇGEL, a professional comic book artist with 10 years of experience, currently available for freelance projects and commissions.

Here are some samples of my latest work!

Rates:

  • Black & White Comic Book Page: $100

  • Full-Color Comic Book Page: $150

  • Illustrations, Pin-Ups & Cover Art: $250

I'm available for comic book projects, cover art, character illustrations, and other freelance opportunities.

Portfolio:
👉 https://www.artstation.com/alpergecgel

For additional samples, inquiries, or project details, feel free to contact me!

Contact Information:
📩 Email: [email protected]
📘 (DM)


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 4h ago

Self-Promo H. West Legacy #1 Page 24

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This from a project I recently completed art for.

H. WEST LEGACY #1

Death is not the end. It is only the beginning.

Decades after Herbert West's forbidden experiments, his legacy lives on.

A young biotechnology researcher discovers that her grandfather's work holds the key to something that should have remained impossible. Together with the woman she loves, she is drawn into a world where the boundaries between life and death begin to blur.

H. West: Legacy is a horror comic combining forbidden science, romance, and the unsettling atmosphere of H. P. Lovecraft's fiction, brought to life through a distinctive blend of American comics and manga-inspired artwork.

Combining psychological horror, science fiction, romance, and a distinctive blend of American comics and manga-inspired artwork, H. West: Legacy brings a new generation into the world of Herbert West.

Pre-launch campaign: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wwpol/h-west-legacy?ref=83h6b1


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 6h ago

Colorist for hire [For Hire] Experienced comic book colorist looking for work!

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You can contact me through reddit, discord (zeer0thehunter) and email: [email protected]
Prices are affordable, i can make $30 per page!

I can work with either sfw or nsfw (erotic, horror, gore)

Portifolio: https://www.behance.net/gallery/257125819/Comic-Book-Colorist-Work


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 7h ago

Artist for hire [FOR HIRE] Cartoonist open for work

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3 Upvotes

More samples at my site here

[email protected]


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 6h ago

Self-Promo page 150 of the Sunday Jam!

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We've reached a major milestone on the Sunday Jam: 150 pages! Stephan Brusche creates his third page for the Jam, and he definitely makes the most of this momentous page! https://smallpressheroes.com/sunday-jam/sj150/

We're always looking for creative storytellers to add their magic to the Jam, so just let me know if you'd like to take a page!


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 17h ago

Looking for Artist - Paid [HIRING] Cartoon-y/Stylized Artist & Colorist | Single Issue Comedy/Drama | 17 Pages | $2,000

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I’m looking for an artist to draw and/or color a comedy/drama one-shot: Fizz! (In My Mouth)
 
 
Logline: As the deadline for a big presentation nears, an anxiety-filled college student struggled to balance the work he needs to do with his addiction to a new, limited edition soda.

While it is a comedy about someone becoming obsessed with a new soda, it’s also about a young man’s struggle with addiction as he tries to cope with a mind that fights against him.
 
Someone who can be both the artist and colorist is heavily preferred. If you can’t do both, please provide examples of your work when it is colored.

 

Style

I am not looking for a particularly detailed artist, especially when it comes to backgrounds. Each panel is meant to be very simple.
 
Preference will likely go to people with a clean, cartoon-y style, but I am open to other people who have their own distinct style.

Examples: Florence (Game), Scott Pilgrim, Shantae, Emmy The Robot, Fantasy High (Webtoon), Eddsworld, Haunted Hotel, My Adventures With Superman

The thing I’m the most picky about is faces. A bad face completely kicks me out of the story, so please have a strong handle on expressing emotions through the face.
 
And of course, absolutely, positively, NO AI

Workflow/Payment

The workflow/payment will be divided as such once an agreement has been reached:
 

  1.  You’ll create a draft of a test page

  2.  The first half of the payment (for one page) will be distributed, along with any additional notes.

  3. The final version of the test page will be delivered (And colored, if you are a colorist)

  4. The second of the payment will be delivered.

From there, the process will repeat in four page increments.

Applying

If interested, please provide:

- Your portfolio
- Your page rate (if it differs from the above budget)
- Your turnaround times

Feel free to comment if you have any questions. 


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 4h ago

Artist for hire [FOR HIRE] COMIC BOOK ARTIST FOR HIRE

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Hello there!

I'm Guilherme Medeiros, a Brazilian comic book artist working professionally since 2015. I've worked with publishers like Moonstone Books and Flatline Comics.

You can check out my portfolio here:
http://gmedz.myportfolio.com

Beyond the work itself, I value connecting with writers and creators. I believe that genuine creative chemistry makes all the difference in bringing a story to life.

If you're interested in working together, feel free to reach out at [email protected]
Black and White work and colors.

Best!
Guilherme


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 12h ago

Resource MY FIREBORN #5 INKS from IMAGE Comics AS PROMISED!

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Hey yall! thank you so much for everyones support when I announced my first ever sequential gig with IMAGE COMICS! Ive really had a great time doing these but a lot of pressure was still on my shoulders, I mean I had to do my best for the my very first official gig with the publisher Ive been dreaming to work with right!? But this experience made me see how the small errors could lead into something amazing that I dont have to worry about how clean my lineart should look like as long as the composition and the storytelling can be read without even thinking about it, Im very thankful to this team for taking a chance on little old me and for you the readers and creators out there who rooted me when I anounced I was doing this book! VIVA COMICS!


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 18h ago

Artist for hire Artist for hire. Low rates.

5 Upvotes

Hello, I´m looking for a new project. I work with traditional tools: paper, ink, watercolors, acrylic. Nothing digital, for the moment. My rates are 100 USD per page (pencils + inks) and 150 USD if it´s a colored page. I can deliver five pages without colors or three colored pages a week. I am available to start right away. Thanks for your time and consideration.


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 23h ago

Colorist for hire [For Hire] If you are looking for a COLORIST for your short-term or long-term project, get in touch! I’d love to work on it. My rate is $75 per interior page

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r/ComicBookCollabs • • 1d ago

Looking for Artist - Paid Looking for cover artist

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UPDATE: Artist found. Thank you so much for all the interest! I will be back in the future for more commissions.

Hi! My comic ‘All Hail Lord Iron’ pre-launch is live right now. I have an artist working on a variant cover as we speak and I’d like another one made.

Looking for high detail and cinematic. Preferably can also do the colours but not necessity. Please put your rates with your portfolio link.

Max budget is $200. If you charge more I won't be able to continue.

Thanks!


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 1d ago

Looking for Letterer - Paid [PAID] Looking for Comic Letterer — Large Vertical Comic Project

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Hi everyone!

I'm looking for a comic letterer for a long-form comic I've been working on. I'd like to start with a few paid samples before deciding who to work with on the full project.

Project Details

  • 405 long vertical pages, averaging 23–24 panels each.

  • Dimensions: Approximately 4000 × 50,000 px per page (varies).

  • Format: Vertical digital comic / Webtoon-style.

  • Artwork: I'll provide full-resolution flattened images and scripts.

  • Deliverables: Layered PSD files with editable lettering separate from the artwork.

What I'm Looking For

Someone experienced with dialogue balloons, vertical reading flow, SFX, and expressive lettering. The comic includes dialogue-heavy scenes, action, and quieter moments.

I'd like to give a few letterers the same paid sample to see how they approach the material. Creative freedom is encouraged!

Budget & Applications

I'm funding this project myself and working with a limited budget, so I'd appreciate knowing your rates.

If interested, please comment below with your lettering portfolio, rates, availability, and whether you can provide layered PSD files.

Thanks! Looking forward to seeing your work.


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 1d ago

Self-Promo Making Pull Quotes from my Hate Messages [OC]

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r/ComicBookCollabs • • 1d ago

Artist for hire [for hire]Comic Artist for Hire – Covers, Character Design, Sequential Art

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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: [email protected]

Portfolio: artstation.com/johnhenryph

instagram.com/johnhenryesteban/


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 1d ago

Artist for hire [FOR HIRE] Black & White Manga Artist | Pages starting at $35 USD | Open for Series, One-shots & Character Sheets!

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Hello everyone! I am a freelance manga artist, and I have some openings available for new projects. Whether you have a complete script for a long-running series or need to bring a one-shot story to life, I would love to work with you!

Manga/comic pages: 35 USD per page (includes sketching/composition, inking, and screentones).

Character design and concept sheets: Custom designs tailored to your story (please send me a direct message for an accurate quote based on complexity).

Standalone illustrations and covers: Dynamic black-and-white illustrations.

I have experience with sequential storytelling, dynamic action scenes, and expressive characters.

I offer punctual weekly deliveries and consistent communication throughout the entire process.

Available for both one-off commissions and long-term series.

You can view my portfolio with examples of my work here: https://www.artstation.com/jonsto4.

Feel free to send me a direct message here or reach out via Discord [JonSto4] with the details of your project!


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 23h ago

Crowdfunding ComicsToYourCouch Presents The Vampire!

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Hello fellow creators!

I'm with ComicsToYourCouch an independent publisher based in Chicago, IL.

We've previously worked on The Werewolf Lives! A Horror Comic Anthology and have been hard at work with our next anthology focusing on the Vampire! We have worked with a number of artists directly from seeing their work on this sub, and this book is no different.

We're in the final stages of drawing and putting together the interior for CTYC presents and wanted to share our progress that wouldn't be possible with out this sub.

With only a few hours left on our Kickstarter, we wanted to share with you on what to expect from our next book.

This book contains:

"The Bride Wakes": A 24-Page One-Shot Comic Written by Nicholas Aaron Hodge with Interior Art by Pedro Gomides 

"A Century of Deprivation": An Original Short Story Written by Allison DeArcangelis  

"The Last Dance in October": A 24-Page One-Shot Comic Written by K.M. Lightfoot with Interior Art by HASKER

"Double Puncture: A Brief History of Vampires in Distributor-Crafted Double Features": A Non-Fiction Article Written by John McDevitt of SUPER-HORROR-RAMA!

We think this goes without saying- but this is a GRAPHICALLY VIOLENT HORROR COMIC that contains depictions of body horror, emotional and physical abuse, and unsettling imagery. Viewer discretion is advised! 

Also, as with all of our publications-  100% HUMAN MADE- NO AI! 

If this stakes you through the chest and wish to grab an early copy/support independent artists work you can check out our Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ctycthevampire/ctyc-presents-the-vampire-a-horror-double-feature

Keep on creating!


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 1d ago

Artist for hire Comic pro artista for hire

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Hello I am open for illustrations, covers, pin- up and Pages.

Check my IG here : cla.avella


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 1d ago

Feedback I love Kaijus for real.

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Well it's just some unlettered pages of a short project I've made. Just having fun posting and knowing more about you guys ^^.


r/ComicBookCollabs • • 1d ago

Artist for hire Open for commissions from 35 usd

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I'm currently accepting commissions starting at $35 USD! ( depending on the complexity and project)

Feel free to DM me to discuss your ideas. Let's bring your characters and stories to life!

My portfolio link :

https://eddy-7666748.artstation.com/projects/2L9bnx