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This episode was recorded 08/04/2023.

In this podcast episode, Kurt and Jake, creators of the comic book series Turbo Pitfighter, delve into the intricate process of comic book creation. Set in the grim 23rd century, Turbo Pitfighter follows a strong female protagonist navigating a post-apocalyptic wasteland. The creators discuss their creative workflows, including drawing techniques, plot development, and their collaborative dynamics. They emphasize the importance of scanning original artwork at high resolutions to preserve line detail and explore how moral complexities and societal breakdowns influence their storytelling. The discussion also covers the challenges and rewards of independent comic book publishing, including the support they've received from a growing online community. The episode offers insights into the technical aspects of comic creation and the broader themes that inspire the creators, making it a valuable resource for aspiring comic artists and fans of the genre.
Educational Values
1. Artistic Techniques: The podcast provides valuable insights into inking, penciling, and scanning original comic book artwork.
2. Collaborative Creativity: It highlights the collaborative process in comic book creation, offering lessons on teamwork and creative synergy.
3. Independent Publishing: The discussion educates listeners on the challenges and strategies of independent comic book publishing.

Honorable mentions: @kurt_variant_inker

Links to stuff mentioned:
Ian's Write Conscious YouTube channel    / @writeconscious  
Jake's Doom Mags Substack https://doommags.substack.com/
Gardner Francis Fox Library Substack https://gardnerfrancisfoxlibrary.subs...

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Intro & Outro Music supplied by The Von Ghouls http://vonghouls.com/
We are using https://riverside.fm/ to bring you this Podcast.

Our History:
After a 20-year break, Jake and Kurt have gotten the team back together. The Turbo Pit-Fighter comic was initially written and drawn by Jake Jacobs and was to be inked by Kurt Brugel, but then the real world interrupted. Listen to how and why they have gotten back together and their plans to stay together to get the Turbo Pit-Fighter comic finished.

Story & Pencils - Jake Jacobs
His website - http://hellclaw.com/
His Instagram   / nyarteacher  

Story & Inks - Kurt Brugel
His other “Inker” Youtube channel    / @kurt_inker_comics  
His website https://www.kurtbrugel.com/
His Instagram   / kurtbrugel