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Posted on December 19th, 2023
In the ever-evolving landscape of entertainment, comic books have been a constant, captivating audiences with their unique blend of art and storytelling.
Yet, in recent years, whispers of their decline have surfaced, raising questi…
Posted on December 19th, 2023
Delving into the history of American comics unveils a treasure trove of creativity, innovation, and cultural significance.
From their humble beginnings in the early 20th century, comic books have evolved into a powerful medium for …
Hey everyone! I have added more Social Media to the basket! I now have a Sound Cloud page with all the music beds that I compose for the Tik tok videos. Just go to soundcloud.com and type in Dilly Comics. Social Media has been huge for the Marketing & Promotion of…
This is now the new standard in Comic conversation. What will be the next phase of comics, and will DC & Marvel be able to stay ahead or even be significant with the rise in Indie comics and also due to the big two's terrible storylines and lack of reader relatio…
Posted on November 1st, 2023
As the leaves turn to shades of gold and the aroma of roasting turkey fills the air, Thanksgiving approaches with its heartwarming traditions and cherished moments.
One such tradition is indulging in classic Thanksgiving cartoon spe…
Posted on November 1st, 2023
Halloween brings a unique blend of spookiness and fun, and one way to embrace the spirit of the season is by indulging in some classic Halloween cartoon episodes.
These timeless animations have been entertaining generations with the…
As creators, we express ourselves in a unique way, a way that many others cannot. Most of us who are creators, were the shy ones who felt like an outcast and never felt that we fit in because we got left out. These things can effect us later in our life as adults.…
Posted on September 21st, 2023
In the vast realm of art and storytelling, few icons stand as tall and as universally recognized as super heroes. These characters, each with their distinct narratives and unparalleled abilities, captivate audiences worldwide and le…
Posted on September 21st, 2023
The digital age has transformed almost every aspect of our lives, and the comic world is no exception.
While some feared that digital comics might overshadow the traditional paper comics, the two forms have found a harmonious coex…
For most of us, investing is a way of life, to save for retirement, make a killing in the Stock Market, or Financial stability. a lot of investments are not tangible and can't be seen, exceptions to this would be Gold, Silver, Platinum, etc. One other investment w…
I grew up reading comics in the newspaper as a kid and as an adult, who couldn't forget such classics as Peanuts, Garfield, Beetle Bailey, Pickles, BC, Calvin and Hobbes, etc. These along with many other comics kept us entertained every Sunday, you can still read …
Continuous education is extremely important as an artist/cartoonist. The best way of educating yourself, is by learning to draw the art of famous cartoonists, ( Charles Schultz, Jim Davis, Mort Walker, Brian Crane, Don Martin etc.). This will allow you to learn th…
I use both, but this article may shed a little more light and help you make the right decision for what will work best for you.
https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/small-business/indiegogo-vs-kickstarter
Posted on July 12th, 2023
Hey there, parents and caregivers! Are you wondering how to encourage your kids to develop a love for reading? Well, you've come to the right place.
In this blog post, we'll explore some fantastic ways to spark your child's interest in …
The crossroads have come in the Comic industry. There are different reasons for this happening, everything from a failing economy, to technology is playing a significant role in this uncertainty. The industry was doing very well during covid, and now in the Post c…
Posted on July 12th, 2023
Comics have been a rad form of storytelling for decades, captivating readers of all ages with their unique blend of visuals and storytelling. Among the various forms of comics, two popular formats that stand out are comic strips and webt…
Book signings and Comic Cons are an essential part of getting your comic out to the mass public. Publicize it any way you an audience that relates to it. This doesn't mean to promote it at a bar or at church, but find the appropriate venue that will guarantee that…
Believe or not, this is the most difficult aspect of making a comic successful. I'm not a Salesman, so this is the part I have difficulty with. There are really good resources and websites out there that can help and take that pressure off of you the creator, all …
This is a common feeling with artists, you start feeling the financial strain and wonder if you're ever going to make it. This is another phase in the process, we all go through it in fact, I'm going through it now, trying to get funding ( Grants, Crowdfunding, e…
Break out characters are very common in cartoons and comics, a good example would be The Simpsons, the show was originally centered around Bart, but as the show progressed, Homer became the break out character that took them to the top. In most cases, the break o…
The crew is planning new adventures for you! New episodes are out every Sunday and Wednesday. You can read them at theduckwebcomics.com/dillyanddenise facebook.com/dillycomics
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In this New Age world that we now live in, times can be really hard for so many of us. We all handle our adversity in different ways. As artists, we are fortunate to have an outlet to convey our emotions and feelings, musicians through the lyrics in their songs an…
Have you wondered what it's like in Dilly's world? Well here is a small synopsis. Dilly lives his life one day at a time, he often wonders if it will ever get better. Other times, he's just happy to be alive. Dilly always felt that he was an outcast growing up, so…
The age old question from cartoonists: What's the best to create comics, Traditional or Digital? The answer? Personal preference. The real question is how to transition Traditional art to Digital art, this link tells you how to implement this. https://www.howtodra…
Creating a comic is a long and sometimes emotional process. I spent 8 months creating my characters and their back stories, as well as doing spec drawings and panels before publishing the finished product. I was fortunate that it was only 8 months for me, which re…
Posted on October 12th, 2022.
Introduction
For some people, the word "nerd" might bring to mind images of a skinny teenage boy with braces and Coke-bottle glasses. The nerd was once a specific brand of social outcast: one who never talked to girls, did well in …
Posted on October 12th, 2022.
Hello, there! And thank you for visiting my new blog!
Here at Dilly Comics, I believe in providing my customers with only the best comic stories. But I also know that sometimes navigating the large number of comic books you find on …