So, I"ve been working on a novel for the last...i dunno, century? Anyway, I've come to the idea that this needs to be a graphic story - a webcomic or graphic novel - and I have NO IDEA how to even begin talking to an artist about this. Sorry if this isn't the appropriate place for this but ya'll were the first bunch I thought of.
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Hi, Frank Geier. I’m a Stage 32 Lounge Moderator. I wanted to let you know that I moved your post from the Anything Goes Lounge to the Authoring & Playwriting Lounge since it fits better there. Let me know if you have any questions.
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Thank you oh great non-green yoda. I wasn't sure where to put it since it didn't seem to fit anywhere neatly
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Welcome you are, Frank Geier. Your post is about a webcomic/graphic novel, so I'll think you'll get better answers in this Lounge.
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Follow your instincts, as long as the story's core elements are intact.
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Bringing in the visual component is definitely something that i've struggled with because i'm not a visual artist - but this story is just INSISTENT that it be drawn. Now i'm trying to figure out how to make that happen lol
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Try a free alternative. There is no longer an absolute need to deal with artists.
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Free alternative as in A.I. ? I dunno about that, I think i'd rather go with a person. I'd hate it if someone used A.I. instead of a writer, but maybe i'm overthinking it
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Hello! artists are expensive. unfortunately, this is the only way to promote the project.
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Frank Geier, yes. By any means necessary.
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I wouldn't go AI, Frank Geier. You're likely to garner a reputation out of the gate for this release and there's a stigma about AI right now even if there is no harm concerning certain aspects of it. My first release was a graphic novel and although I have no regrets about it, getting an artist was tough. You're likely to hear about DeviantArt in your research and while you could meet someone there, I've heard horror stories about people taking a writer's money and not delivering. Your best bet would be someone you already know. Your existing connections may know of someone. Also, see if there's a local animation company or one somewhat close to you and develop a relationship with them. That's what I did and it worked well.
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Thanks Leonardo, I really appreciate the feedback , that's really helpful!!!
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Yes, Frank Geier , I agree with Leonardo -- anyone in your network who is an artist can be helpful. Free alternatives would be doing it yourself, but there's a large learning curve. If you can't draw, there are Free 3D programs like DAZ Studio where you can pose characters and find settings, and can render out cartoonish style. Other creators I know use Blender which is also free, but again, there's a big learning curve there. It's often quicker if you have an artist working for you. Leonardo's advice is spot on too -- if you can reach out to the animation community you might find someone you want to work with.
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Thank you both so much for the insight!
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You are very welcome, Frank Geier. All the best in all you do.