Picture Perfect | Part 1 of 2 | Jon Westhoff - Episode 030

Adriano (@pestocomics) & Roberto (@viacavaroberto) are joined by Jon Westhoff (@parttimecomix) to create a comic based off the prompt 'Picture Perfect'. While Roberto draws, they discuss crowdfunding experiences, the balance of creative pursuits with full-time jobs, and navigating the comic convention scene. 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 00:45 Meet the Hosts and Special Guest 01:41 Discussing Campaigns and Projects 02:43 Choosing the Comic Prompt 03:33 Developing the Comic Story 08:28 Drumsticks of Doom: The Inspiration 18:23 Kickstarter and Crowdfunding Insights 24:55 The Importance of Crowdfunding and Distribution 26:58 Local Comic Shops and Consignment Challenges 28:46 Navigating the Convention Scene 31:46 Balancing Passion and Practicality 42:51 Learning the Craft: Drawing, Lettering, and Storytelling -- Visit our website to see all the art! https://instantinkpodcast.xyz Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instantinkpodcast/ Follow the hosts on their many socials: Adriano Ariganello - Pesto Comics Socials https://pestocomics.substack.com/ https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/pestocomics https://x.com/pestocomics https://www.instagram.com/pestocomics/ https://www.youtube.com/@pestocomics https://www.tiktok.com/@pestocomics https://www.threads.net/@pestocomics Roberto Viacava - Green Iceberg Press https://twitter.com/ViacavaRoberto https://linktr.ee/robertoviacava https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/robertoviacava https://www.instagram.com/viacavaroberto https://www.facebook.com/ViacavaRoberto https://www.artstation.com/viacava https://www.behance.net/viacavaroberto -- Interested in being a guest? Send us a note and we'll schedule something with you: [email protected]