Screen Tones: A Webcomic Podcast

Drawing anatomy and poses can be tricky, but there’s some excellent tools out there for referencing poses like the awesome stuff that Sarah makes at adorkastock.com. But how DO we do it in an effective way? Let’s talk about it! WE'RE NOW ON PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/screentonescast Check out https://www.screentonescast.com for webcomic episodes, blog posts and more! Support us on Ko-Fi: htt...

Does your webcomic contain characters? Maybe even places? Perhaps it also needs.... a title? If any of these things are true, you've probably had to sit down and face the struggle of deciding names for the things in your comic, as well as for the comic itself. These things are important, giving vital information about tone, genre, details of setting, and all sorts of other cues to the reader.....

Webcomics are pretty great in our opinion, but they’re not the only way to get a narrative story out into the world. Prose has been an option forever, but today, with so many new technologies, there are so many more options available! You could use anything from video games to podcasts to tell a story.  But each option has its own pros and cons depending on what sort of project you’re building, an...

Coming up with characters and scenarios is one thing, but when you’re working in a longform narrative comic, you’re going to want to think about a plot. Planning out your plot in a webcomic is a unique challenge compared to some other mediums, so today we’re going to talk about it! heck out https://www.screentonescast.com for webcomic episodes, blog posts and more! Support us on Ko-Fi: https://ko-...

The concept of a “theme” is something that comes up in writing when we’re talking about character motivations or plot in a longform narrative comic, and it’s basically a word or concept that’s at the core of what you’re trying to say in your story. So we’re going to talk about what themes are, how they come about, and how you can use them! Check out https://www.screentonescast.com for webcomic epi...

Webcomics can be a lonely road to walk if you’re only ever sticking to your own story. But collaborative projects with other creators can really be worth your time! So let’s talk about what you need to think about when starting your own collaborative projects. Check out https://www.screentonescast.com for webcomic episodes, blog posts and more! Support us on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/screentonescas...

One tool that webcomic artists can take advantage of, to help save time and sanity, is 3D models. Whether tracing directly or using them for reference, they can help you visualize complex places, objects, or poses from different angles. So let’s talk about them! Check out https://www.screentonescast.com for webcomic episodes, blog posts and more! Support us on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/screentonesc...

Blorbology is a term to talk about freeform character concepting. It’s often the case that in the process of drawing and experimenting with characters, they really can develop cool backstories and deep emotional meaning  in the creators’ minds, and that’s what we’re calling “Blorbology”. Check out https://www.screentonescast.com for webcomic episodes, blog posts and more! Support us on Ko-Fi: http...

With the everchanging landscape of the internet, it can be challenging to keep track of the state of webcomics, especially if you are new or are approaching making your first webcomic. This week, we discuss what you need to know when starting a comic and how you can keep the process fun and sustainable. Check out https://www.screentonescast.com for webcomic episodes, blog posts and more! The Intro...

This week, the gang talks about what it’s like to keep up with our own schedules, expectations with retaining readership, and the process involved with sticking with something that works for you. Dive in with us as we talk about webcomic update schedules! Check out https://www.screentonescast.com for webcomic episodes, blog posts and more! The Intro "DO IT (feat. Shia LaBeouf)", and the...

Tragic backstories are a trope for a reason: painful experiences can add depth and catharsis to characters. But how do we make them resonate with our audiences emotionally? Today we walk that angsty tightrope over the pit of despair and discuss! Check out https://www.screentonescast.com for webcomic episodes, blog posts and more! The Intro "DO IT (feat. Shia LaBeouf)", and the Outro &quo...

Today the gang discusses how to draw comic backgrounds and environments that enhance the storytelling of your comic without fretting over the small stuff! Check out https://www.screentonescast.com for webcomic episodes, blog posts and more! The Intro "DO IT (feat. Shia LaBeouf)", and the Outro "It's Good To See You Again​!​!", both by Adrianwave, have been used and modified...

There’s so much creativity and energy in the world of animation! With how freeform webcomics are, many webcomikers find ways to integrate animation into their works, and we're here to talk about it! The Intro "DO IT (feat. Shia LaBeouf)", and the Outro "It's Good To See You Again​!​!", both by Adrianwave, have been used and modified in good faith under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike...

Season 4 launches January 15, 2025, and this season with some new faces! Background music: Ocean Soul (Kirby) By Dj CUTMAN is licensed under a Creative Commons License . We Like to Party! (The Vengabus) By The Vengaboys

A synopsis is one of the most powerful tools we have for hooking potential readers into our story. But sometimes summing up your big ideas into an understandable, compelling short statement is really challenging!  So we’re here to break down! The Intro "DO IT (feat. Shia LaBeouf)", and the Outro "It's Good To See You Again​!​!", both by Adrianwave, have been used and modified in good faith under t...

Webcomics can come to a stop for a whole host of reasons. BUT if everything goes to plan, you will reach the end of your story! Today we discuss what it takes to tie up those loose ends and cross that finish line! The Intro "DO IT (feat. Shia LaBeouf)", and the Outro "It's Good To See You Again​!​!", both by Adrianwave, have been used and modified in good faith under the Creative Commons Attributi...

With the explosion in popularity of video platforms online comes new opportunities to create, promote, and experiment with your webcomic. This week we discuss how video content can help support your webcomic journey and some of the challenges that come with it. The Intro "DO IT (feat. Shia LaBeouf)", and the Outro "It's Good To See You Again​!​!", both by Adrianwave, have been used and modified in...

In todays episode, the cast brings their Hottest Take Yet, and its one that's been impossible to ignore if you have been anywhere online these days. It's AI! AHH! We discuss what AI and Generative AI are trying to change about making comics, and why they aren't nearly as helpful (or wanted!) for the webcomic making process. #SupportHumanCreators The Intro "DO IT (feat. Shia LaBeou...

Patreon is a site where you can get your readers to financially support you on a subscription model.  You make an account on patreon.com, send your readers over to give you any amount per month they want, and you can post bonus content for your readers that’s either free to access OR behind a paid tier.  It can be a really nice way to put a little money in your pocket, but it’s also really easy to...

Starting a webcomic can be a huge endeavor. Whether it's your first comic or your fifth, the beginning stages of webcomicking can be the best of times and the worst of times. It may surprise you to know (though hopefully not) that we here at Screen Tones have all started webcomics and so, we want to share our favorite tips for getting started. And what better way to do that than with a nice, n...

Time for something completely different! This week, we talk about some of the webcomics we read in our spare time and enjoy, so come and take a listen and refill your reading lists!

This episode is not for the faint of heart. We’re talking to the creators that have decided they want to make a webcomic at all costs and are ready to put in the work! Webcomics require so many hats and unless you’re part of a team, you’re wearing all of them. Discipline is what will help you stay organized, push through the less enjoyable parts of webcomicking and ultimately help you bring your i...

This week, Delphie, Rae and Phin discuss creative burnout, what it means, ways it can manifest, and give some tips on how to recognize when creative burnout is approaching and how to weather the storm if you're in it. Special thanks to our sponsor for this week's episode, AdorkaStock! Screen Tones cast members are not licensed mental health professionals. The Intro "DO IT (feat. Shia...

In this snack of a Jam episode, the gang discusses what makes up the digital art sandwhich that is your webcomic, and all the tasty layers inside. Man am I Hungry!

Creating a webcomic while dealing with work, family, and life can be a tricky balancing act! Today, we sit down with special guest Chesca of Litterbox Comics to talk about how they and our hosts manage to juggle everything while still creating webcomics. The Intro "DO IT (feat. Shia LaBeouf)", and the Outro "It's Good To See You Again​!​!", both by Adrianwave, have been used and modified in good f...