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Darren Vogt @darrenvogtart.bsky.social · 10h

Genuine question- what are small screen printing businesses supposed to do about clients who send in AI crap?

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Matthew Dow Smith @matthewdowsmith.bsky.social · 13h

Behind The Scenes: The next chapter of THE AFTER SCHOOL VILLAIN SOCIETY after the writing is done. Next up, roughing in the panel layouts. #MakingComics #BehindTheScenes

Pages from ASVS. Just the panel borders and word balloons.

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Darren Vogt @darrenvogtart.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Got a few books in! This is the one and only issue of Spider-Man I've ever bought, and it's because of my boy Rizzo on the cover

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Bree Lundberg @breelundberg.com · 06/10/2026

I’m glad I grew out of hating media just because it’s ~popular~. I’m finding that attitude a lot especially around books now that I’m getting back into reading. Life is short, there is no cringe! Enjoy whatever media you want as long as it’s not actively harming anybody.

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Mark O. Stack @markwwc.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

The Education of Percival, my new webcomic with artist @jaisydayne.bsky.social and letterer @longtalljodie.com is now live. We'll be dropping a new page on Sundays. It's a story about how growing up we put this armor on to protect ourselves until we can learn how to take it off and live without it.

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Darren Vogt @darrenvogtart.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

I did design work for this book!!! It's a super fun comic and it's getting some really cool press right now

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Mad Cave Studios @madcavestudios.com · 04/10/2026

This is a story about Ted and Sarah. When Ted's mental state begins to crack, Sarah compassionately intervenes to help, and things go catastrophically wrong. And that's just the beginning. Is Ted Ok? is available in stores and online now! bit.ly/3Te7VP7

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Darren Vogt @darrenvogtart.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Cover reveal for Graphic Designer on a Pirate Ship issues 1 & 2 (it's one book, but around ~ 50 pages worth o' comics)! Got more exciting stuff coming up, and launching on Kickstarter soon!

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Amy "Thunderjam" Chase @amythunderjam.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Holy moly! Next Monday (10/12) is FOC for FIXATION #3! That's the LAST ONE! @welldipper.bsky.social, @jmfenner.bsky.social, @rileysauruss.bsky.social, Sandy Tanaka, and I put a lot of work into this miniseries and I'd love for you to see how it ends. Pre-order with your LCS! @idwpublishing.com

Cover C for Fixation #3 as drawn by Lauren Knight. Series written by Amy Chase and illustrated by Savanna Mayer. The hooded killer sits on a throne that is covered in the bodies of dead girls from murders past. The killer has a copy of Blood Mountain in hand, and is smirking. Deer antlers frame the throne, each limb of the antler draped in gold Blood Mountain lockets. Issue #3 hits shelves November 25, 2026!

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Darren Vogt @darrenvogtart.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Found out about a new graphic memoir by Joann Sfar and then also found him using genAI on his Instagram so it's a real up-and-down kinda day

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Darren Vogt @darrenvogtart.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Maybe controversial but I'm getting tired of so many comic covers being homages to other famous comic covers

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Strict Algorithm LLC @wsstalkback.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

It’s real! Strict algorithm’s first translation for a manga published by a Japanese company is out in the world. There are plenty more coming so keep an eye on our socials as well as our partners at @mangamavericks.bsky.social and @indie-manga.bsky.social

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Jodie Troutman @longtalljodie.com · 03/10/2026

Okay. So here's what I know - I lost my day job. - I hated my day job. - I liked having a lot of money and health insurance. - But a lot of money never made me happier, I just owned more stuff. - I do still need health insurance. - I'm really fucking good at lettering comic books.

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George @hannahtempler.com · 03/10/2026

barbara has FOUR books out this year and you should consider purchasing from my powerhouse friend and her collection. her Library*, if you will *read library of memories!!!!!!

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Tim Gaedke @timgaedke.com · 26/09/2026

talent is a lie

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Lesly @leswrite.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Happy birthday to Darren!!!! Follow that prelaunch people!

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Darren Vogt @darrenvogtart.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

It's my birthday today and I think that means you're legally obligated to sign up for my Kickstarter pre-launch page (still fine-tuning a few things but I'll be launching very soon!)

A large bearded pirate (Captain Toadwad) is using the blade that is in place of his left arm to cut a cake that Preston (the Graphic designer) is decorating poorly. Preston says "This is not what graphic designers do... or pirates." Toadwad says "nonsense Preston! Every year ye survive on the high seas is worht celebratin" he has his mouth full of cake already

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Darren Vogt @darrenvogtart.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

It's my birthday today and I think that means you're legally obligated to sign up for my Kickstarter pre-launch page (still fine-tuning a few things but I'll be launching very soon!)

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Darren Vogt @darrenvogtart.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Just finished Between Two Fires by Christopher Buehlman and I... didn't understand what was happening for a large amount of it? Though I still feel like it was good overall? Very confusing feelings about that one

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DAVID HOWARD 𝕃𝕠𝕠𝕜𝕚𝕟𝕘 4 𝕎𝕠𝕣𝕜! @davidhfilms.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Your favorite comic creator's comics platform, developed by people who actually care about comics, vehemently against GenAI, not teathered to 'line-must-go-up' investors, with a priority towards the creators and readers alike. SWEET SHOP IS NOW OPEN!!!!!!!!! (enjoy a little fan animation I did)

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Comic Book Yeti 🎃 @comicbookyeti.com · 24/09/2026

Our friends at @sweetshop.app officially launched today! As a beta tester myself, I've been expectantly looking forward to the platform going public. If you are looking for a new digital comics option, they are now the go to operators in the space. Big fan. 🎉 sweetshop.app

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Sweet Shop

Find your comic. Sweet Shop is the digital comic book marketplace for readers and creators.

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Darren Vogt @darrenvogtart.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Adobe update deliberately putting AI shit in a place that my muscle memory uses to make adjustments to brushes and other tools. I'm so annoyed

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Darren Vogt @darrenvogtart.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

www.kickstarter.com/projects/dar... you've just about given up on finding a job as a graphic designer when you come across this - what do you do?

Graphic Designer on a Pirate Ship issues 1 & 2 launching soon on Kickstarter. In the center of the image is a flyer, posted up by a cutlass on a wooden signboard, with the words "are you a graphic arrrrtist? Our crew wants you to sail with us on the high seas. Paid position - apply within"

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Darren Vogt @darrenvogtart.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Has there been a Batman story where he like... he did it. He fixed Gotham. It's lovely now. Friendly. Kind. And he's just kind of, not sure what to do with that. Like, he needs the drama in his life, and now it isn't there anymore

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Darren Vogt @darrenvogtart.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

The job requirements to be a pirate are pretty intense (from the upcoming first issue of my comic, Graphic Designer on a Pirate Ship)

Five panels of a comic.

Panel one shows a thick, bearded pirate with a sword in place of his left arm, saying "Have ye been out to sea? How many years of experience do ye have with design? Pillaging? Cannons? Can ye lift up to 50 pounds?"

Panel two shows a small guy with glasses looking uncomfortable. He responds "Well, if you count my design gig at the campus bookstore... one semester? Pillaging? No..." He thinks to himself to remember that he's talking to a pirate and then says "I mean... yes? Cannons?"

Panel three shows a close-up of the pirate with his eyes squinted in suspicion. He says "do ye have SCURVY?"

Panel four shows the guy, taken aback. He says "What?... no-"

Panel four shows the pirate throwing his arms up in the air and smiling, shouting "GREAT! That's great."

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Brandon Bovia @brandonbovia.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

New on the work shelf! Ballet Hero Fantasy volume 1 releases November 24. Available now digitally! Having Adachi sensei's beautiful art on my shelf is such an honor for me. Being a Beyblade fan once again pays off 🙏

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Darren Vogt @darrenvogtart.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

www.kickstarter.com/projects/dar... you've just about given up on finding a job as a graphic designer when you come across this - what do you do?

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Darren Vogt @darrenvogtart.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Still hard at work on this and hoping to launch by my birthday (the 25th) so that people's birthday gift to me can be backing it

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Gabe Soria @bitchinville.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

SWORD & BACKPACK: THE THREE COMPANIONS, the first book of my new coming-of-age fantasy adventure novel trilogy, is in stores TODAY! Hardcover, softcover, audiobook! Illos by @redolaf.bsky.social, published by @penguinkids.bsky.social. Think “Stand By Me” meets D&D and you’re close. #swordtember

The softcover and hardcover editions of Sword & Backpack: The Three Companions, which have beautiful covers by Alfredo Cacéres featuring the three main characters, a two you men and a young woman, bravely venturing into the unknown. Also available in audiobook form!

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Brian Box Brown @boxbrown.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Signed and personalized copies of FOREVR now available direct from me! brianboxbrownbooksandart.bigcartel.com/product/fore...

signed copy of forevr with books in front

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Amy "Thunderjam" Chase @amythunderjam.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Someone is taking their love of vampire movies one step too far... 🔪🩸 I'm thrilled to be writing FIXATION, coming soon from @idwpublishing.com's new Crime imprint, with @welldipper.bsky.social on art and @rileysauruss.bsky.social editing! Forbes has all the deets: www.forbes.com/sites/robsal...

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Darren Vogt @darrenvogtart.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Hot take: authors shouldn't give in to making "exclusive editions" of their books for the chain bookstores. It's a really unfair advantage that I assume really hurts indie booksellers

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Teresa (Katy) Castillo @harleygin.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Another cover I did for @mangamavericks.bsky.social is out in the wild! Pre-order your copy today y’all! 💖

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Manga Mavericks @mangamavericks.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Here's a look at the English cover for Ball & Chain, Omnibus 1 by Minami Q-ta! Experience this thoughtful story about identity, relationships, and questioning the roles society gives us. Pre-order it today: buff.ly/xbOq6kV

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Del Hahn @delartstuffs.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Just 3 weeks until Fast Break is on your shelves. Have you pre-ordered your copy? Grab this sports graphic novel filled with humor and heart by me and @shawnrpryor.bsky.social at FastBreakComic.com