Episodes
We all go into our webcomics journey with hopes, dreams, and expectations about where we want to be and where we will get with our comics. It's a natural part of life for almost every creator, yet how we manage those expectations can absolutely make or break your comic making experience. Today, the gang talks about how to make your goals and expectations achievable and reasonable without breaking you down in the process! The Intro "DO IT (feat. Shia LaBeouf)", and the Outro "It's Good To See...
Published 05/17/23
How a work looks and feels can make all the difference when trying to attract an audience! Today, the gang discusses what it means to have an Aesthetic to your webcomic work, how to make the most of your style when trying to use art and writing to set the mood, and some pitfalls that can come with "committing to the bit" with regards to aesthetics. 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...
Published 05/03/23
Glitz and glamour await you in this fabulous episode featuring special guest Jacki, creator of the webcomic Kings of Sorts (https://kingsofsorts.com/). Phin, Meg, and Jacki dive into the wear this not that of your webcomic dreams! 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 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT, and a repeat added...
Published 04/19/23
It's time for another Jam Episode! This week, we discuss how music, playlists, and soundtracks can be used to your advantage when crafting scenes in your webcomic!
Published 04/05/23
Time for a new episode of Screen Tones. Today we are discussing tips and tricks for appeasing the robot overlords. Join the uprising now. Intro: Daft Labeouf by Udge Outro: Daft Punk - Something About Us (Chiptune remix) -Chip Jockey Featuring: Network Music Ensemble - Deadline Fair use parody.
Published 04/01/23
A key part of every webcomic is, well, THE WEB! There are many ways to post your comic on the web, but today we dive into what it takes to create, manage, and grow your own website for your webcomic! 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 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT, and a repeat added to the beginning of "It's Good To...
Published 03/22/23
In this episode, Thane and Krispy recall their thoughts and feelings on story structure, payoff, proper beats, and characterization while taking note from the Dreamworks Show, Voltron: Legendary Defender. This episode has been brought to you by all the support on our Ko-Fi! If you like our show, please consider supporting us at https://ko-fi.com/screentonescast The Intro "DO IT (feat. Shia LaBeouf)", and the Outro "It's Good To See You Again​!​!", both by Adrianwave, have been used and...
Published 03/15/23
Fast punches, big epic battles, tension, its all there in Action! This week the gang talks about how you can approach writing and drawing action scenes in your webcomics and some tips from their own experiences! 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 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT, and a repeat added to the beginning of...
Published 03/08/23
Deadlines! Everyone's got em, and so many creators find them the most stressful part of making their comics. Fret not! This week, the gang looks to demystify deadlines and shine a light on this creative boogeyman, as well as discuss ways you can make deadlines work better for you and your process! 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...
Published 02/22/23
Today's ep is a Jam Episode! In a shorter, less formal setting, the gang discusses the idea of what "Bad art" means in a webcomics sense and what our interpretations are of the use (and overuse) of this term in the community! 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 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT, and a repeat added to the...
Published 02/08/23
Today, the gang talks about Literary Agents, how they work, and the intersection between them and Webcomics! Thane and Delphina talk with Special Guest Seth Fishman about his experience in the agency field! 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 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT, and a repeat added to the beginning of "It's...
Published 01/25/23
Welcome to the kickoff to Season 2 of Screen Tones! This season premiere is all about Hooks! Our hosts discuss how to engage with new readers and get them emotionally invested in your stories. 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 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT, and a repeat added to the beginning of "It's Good To See You...
Published 01/11/23
We're getting excited for Season 2 to start dropping next week, so come and meet the cast and crew again!
Published 01/04/23
How do you plan a webcomic hiatus, and why? Do you use that time to rest, rebuild buffer, or work on other projects? Our speakers talk about their own hiatus experiences - and why they're not so bad. 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 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT, and a repeat added to the beginning of "It's Good To...
Published 11/09/22
Today's episode of Screen Tones is our first short JAM SESSION!  This time we're talking about ARTISTS vs WRITERS - a hot conversation topic in recent webcomics talks. What 'side' of the creative process is more important? Or more difficult to execute?
Published 10/26/22
Lots of people start their webcomic journey by making a fan comic of another story they love. What makes fan comics such a great learning opportunity? We talk with special guest Emma, creator of the webcomic Honestly Not A Robot! 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 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT, and a repeat added to...
Published 10/12/22
There are a lot of stressful thoughts that can arise from making a webcomic - how can you best manage your expectations, health, and happiness as you share your stories? 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 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT, and a repeat added to the beginning of "It's Good To See You Again!!".  For more...
Published 09/28/22
You've jumped into the world of webcomics, and now you have so many stats at your fingertips - pageviews, ad revenue, etc... How do you enjoy the process without getting bogged down by the data? To find out, come and play THE NUMBERS GAME! 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 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT, and a repeat...
Published 09/14/22
This episode of Screen Tones is about CHARACTER DESIGN!  When designing characters for webcomics, what are some tips and tricks for making awesome designs? Silhouettes, clothing concepts, streamlining for comic production. 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 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT, and a repeat added to the...
Published 08/31/22
Today the crew discusses how they work with References, how to use them to your benefit in creation, and ways to use them to make your work more effective and efficient! 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 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT, and a repeat added to the beginning of "It's Good To See You Again!!".  For more...
Published 08/17/22
Today is the 2nd part of our CONVENTIONS 2-PARTER!  This time we answer common questions about participating in conventions as a webcomic creator - tabling, traveling, pricing, budgeting, and a whole lot 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 in good faith under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT, and a repeat added to the beginning of...
Published 08/03/22
Today's episode of Screen Tones is the first of a two-parter about CONVENTIONS!  As a webcomic creator, how can you jump into the world of in-person cons and festivals? Our speakers have some advice on how to get started - and how to stand out! 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 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT, and a...
Published 07/20/22
Today's episode, our host discuss one of the many ways your comic can get done: with PENS! The gang nerds out about what the best pens are, what to look for when choosing how to ink your comic, and some fun stories from the land of digital tablet pens! 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 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT,...
Published 07/06/22
Todays episode is all about the intersection of magic and technology! The gang discusses how the two frequently intertwine, and ways you can analyze the real world to make your technology and magic systems more believable! 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 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT, and a repeat added to the...
Published 06/22/22
Do you want to pitch your webcomic to an online collective or publisher? Our speakers have advice on how to present it, what to include, and some extra tips/tricks to keep in mind. 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 3.0 Licensed. Edits include: Fade IN/OUT, and a repeat added to the beginning of "It's Good To See You Again!!"....
Published 06/08/22