Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring Podcast

We're back! Your favorite indie comic book creator interview show returns every week and LIVE!  We have the creators of Nebulon with us today! We'll talk about crowdfunding, publishing, their projects and so much more!  Check out our guests: Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1935627238/nebulon-knight-of-justice-1-24-page-tokusatsu-comic https://www.instagram.com/tokusa_studios/ Jam...

This week on INSPIRED INK, host Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Will Graves (Head of Content, GlobalComix) to unpack digital distribution—and we’ve got an exciting CWS announcement live on air! We cover: - 🚀 **Why GlobalComix? - How they’re redefining digital comics - 📈 **Building Your Audience - with serialized releases - 🚧 **Digital Pitfalls: - Common mistakes creators make (and how to avoid...

Inspired Ink returns! This week the show is taking a break from its regularly scheduled programming to bring you a panel from our CWS Virtual Con earlier this year! This episode was a special live episode featuring Gabe Valentin and Alex Batts. Find Comix Wellspring Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comixwellspring/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comixwellspring Twitter/X: https://t...

It’s a holiday treat as we get to talk to the extraordinary and brilliant SHELLY BOND on TUESDAY December 10th 4PM PST / 7PM EST LIVE on our YOUTUBE channel! Tune in to ask your questions on comic book craft and editing!  https://www.youtube.com/@comixwellspring You may know her as one of the top editors at DC/VERTIGO, her work with BLACK CROWN at IDW and her own publishing imprint OFF REGISTER. ...

Check out Panels: The Comic Creator's Guidebook LIVE NOW! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/comixwellspring/panels-the-comic-creators-guidebook?ref=4s4u42 We're BACK! With another episode featuring the owner/founder/creator of WHAM! Stand! They've helped you make the most out of your tabling set up, interviews, promotion, and SO MUCH MORE! We can't wait to talk about what new things WHAM! Stand...

We have Matt Sardo the founder of IC3 here to talk to us about all the new and exciting things creators and fans can look forward to this year! With the con just DAYS away, we're getting more excited every hour that passes by.  Indie Creator Con March 15, 2025 10 am - 6 pm New Haven, CT 06515 ㅤ What to Expect: • 150+ comic book creators • Panels that matter, discussing topics relevant to indie cr...

In this episode, we dive into the world of indie comics with Sam Kusek, Head of Comics at Kickstarter! Discover what sparked his love for comics, how he connected with Kickstarter, and why our platform is the ultimate choice for indie creators. We'll cover: · Sam's journey into the comic realm and his path to Kickstarter · Why indie comic creators should choose Kickstarter over other platforms · N...

Inspired Ink returns! Today on the show Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Keith Gleason & Johnny C to talk about how to function and create as an indie comic book creator, why newsletters and podcasts are almost as vital as promoting on social media, and how they’ve created a strong indie community. Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b0...

Inspired Ink Returns! Today on the show Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Maddy Morps to talk about battling through social media and what it takes to stand out, developing a comic book community and the benefits of inspiring each other, and why DYI is the way to go so you can grow. Follow Maddy Online: https://www.instagram.com/maddymorps/ https://www.instagram.com/xomikbuk/ https://maddymorps.com/...

Inspired Ink returns! Today on the show, Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Omari Malik to discuss how the world of music and comics can collide and have so many similarities, making art to find your true self and belong and exploring different ways of consuming to grow as a creator. Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&a...

Inspired Ink Returns! Today on the show Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Nick Burchard to discuss finding your style in comics and drawing, how different mediums can consistently inspire your comic book work, and finding success at cons and tabling events and more! Follow Nick Online: https://www.tinyvikingdesigns.com/ Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscr...

Inspired Ink Returns! Today on the show Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Chris Anderson to discuss defining success in your artistic journey, what it takes to be a full time artist, and what introspective work you may need to do to find happiness in comics. Follow Chris Online: https://linktr.ee/Cduck77?fbclid=PAAaYG64fYCUVINf2ydBs91Z59ny-NjOjAdphFIv-MCKj8p8SrHsms92_eErQ_aem_AWD-_7RDR2qT1Z5U1CrvShb...

Inspired Ink returns! This week on the show, Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Kasra Ghanbari to talk about the value and opportunities CAF is giving indie creator’s, how Kasra and his team are changing the landscape of what it means to be indie, and why community in any landscape is vital for success. Follow Kasra Online: https://www.facebook.com/ghanbari https://www.instagram.com/kasraghanbari/ Su...

Inspired Ink returns! This week on the show, Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Anton Blake to talk about mastering mixed media, the struggles and big rewards of completing any project, and the excitement of IC3!  Follow Anton Online: https://www.instagram.com/mighty_peculiar/ https://www.antonwblake.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYi79GNVUUcmO6HMU3ZxgW3xPiVCuTjJFiNf7qT8zMoQzq4sNntU6qoPr0_aem_Wr04Slb...

Inspired Ink returns! This week the show is taking a break from its regularly scheduled programming to bring you a panel from our CWS Virtual Con earlier this year! This panel was focused on the experience of publishing and printing with CWS! Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b2e5e0f0 Fi...

Inspired Ink returns! This week the show is taking a break from its regularly scheduled programming to bring you a panel from our CWS Virtual Con earlier this year! This panel was focused on podcasting and community within the comics space! Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b2e5e0f0 Find...

Inspired Ink returns! This week the show is taking a break from its regularly scheduled programming to bring you a panel from our CWS Virtual Con earlier this year! This episode was a special live episode featuring Gabe Valentin and Alex Batts. Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5a0a7421989f7f42&id=1aa9c3bacd&f_id=00b2e5e0f0...

Inspired Ink returns! This week on the show, Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Clavin Chambers to talk about running an independent publishing house, balancing convention and promoting with life, and what helps drive you as a creator to get work done. Follow Calvin Online: Www. Campsite.bio/icarusmetrocomics https://substack.com/@icaruswings Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://comixwellspring.us12....

Inspired Ink returns! This week on the show, Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Braxton A. Cosby to talk about navigating large universes, bringing together your story, collaborating with other creators, and expanding into other mediums. Follow Braxton Online: https://www.instagram.com/braxtonacos... https://x.com/braxtonacosby?s=21&t=lZ...   https://cosbymediaproductions.com/ Subscribe to our Ne...

Inspired Ink returns! This week on the show, Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Ro Higashi to talk about what it’s like going from webtoons to print, how we as a community can highlight and support more women creators, and mastering your pitch.  Follow Ro Online: https://www.instagram.com/ro.higashi/ Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e258b072e5...

We're back with a new episode of Inspired Ink! This week on the show, host Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Ian Walker! They discuss finding the right platform to have fans fund your craft, the importance of consistency when creating, and finding a process that works best for your projects. All that and much more on today's Inspired Ink. TIMESTAMPS 1:00 - Ko-fi vs Patreon 5:00 - Convention Talk 7:5...

Inspired Ink returns! Today on the show, Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Adam Lemnah to talk about trusting in yourself when starting to create art, how important cons are even if you’re not making money, and how the indie comic revolution continues to grow and thrive. Follow Adam Online: https://linktr.ee/adamlemnah Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://comixwellspring.us12.list-manage.com/subscri...

We're back with a new episode of Inspired Ink! This week on the show, host Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Moonlair Studios! They discuss navigating the indie comic book world as a manga studio, the headspace when bouncing between projects, and staying in the manga realm in the Western world! All that and much more on today's Inspired Ink. TIMESTAMPS 01:00 - Intro 3:00 - Moving between multiple pr...

We're back with a new episode of Inspired Ink! This week on the show, host Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with Erik Jones, the manager of Brandon's local comic shop, Four Color Fantasies! They discuss the importance of commitment, creating a positive environment, and how to get your books into shops! All that and much more on today's Inspired Ink. TIMESTAMPS 00:47 - The Commitment of Wrestling 5:24 -...

We're back with a new episode of Inspired Ink! This week on the show, host Brandon Bloxdorf sits down with the Lucky 33 team to discuss the importance of collaboration, how improv informs their comics, and where they find inspiration! All that and much more on today's Inspired Ink. TIMESTAMPS 1:00 - Putting the team together 2:50 - Hip hop group 13:50 - Pushing Through Creative Adversity 17:00 - H...