/r/comic_crits
The mission of /r/Comic_Crits is to provide holistic feedback to comic creators based on the understanding that a comic is not just 'writing plus art', but rather a unique combination of both, bound together with elements of graphic design, layout, timing, 'cinematography,' and more.
Remember: Don't downvote "bad" comics (they need feedback the most)
SUBREDDIT DESCRIPTION
The mission of /r/Comic_Crits is to provide holistic feedback to comic creators based on the understanding that a comic is not just 'writing plus art', but rather a unique combination of both, bound together with elements of graphic design, layout, timing, 'cinematography,' and more.
APPROPRIATE SUBMISSION
Original sequential art that you would like feedback on (i.e. more than one panel unless that is the entire comic)
Original scripts for sequential art
Comic art with appropriate context (see rules)
Anything else related to making comics will be accepted in proportion to original work (e.g. tools, tutorials, blogs or discussion about making comics, etc.)
RULES
Be civil
Mark NSFW submissions and comments
Site-wide rules apply. This includes
- the Reddit Content Policy,
- the Reddit Spam Policy,
- and in most cases the Reddiquette.
Context is required for anything other than sequential art. This includes, but is not limited to: single panels, covers, character designs, pin-ups, etc. At minimum, 'Context' should include some information about the setting and genre of your story, and what role your character/technology/landscape/etc plays in the story. More information.
No spam-like behavior. Some posts tread the line between content and spam. For example, Kickstarters can be part of a legitimate comic project, but if you don't participate in the community, and you're just doing a drive-by to ask for money, that looks like spam. To prevent your post from getting removed, indicate in your post title that you are looking for feedback on your work.
Avoid aggressive posting. It is helpful to remember that this sub is populated by your peers. Although they may organically become your fans or followers, their role here is to provide constructive criticism as a fellow comic-creator. This is not the appropriate place to ask for "likes" or "follows", or to provide page-by-page updates to your fans. In general, please try to limit your posts to approximately once every two weeks. Reasonable exceptions, such as a second post to show a revised page based on feedback, are fine. More information.
TIPS FOR GIVING FEEDBACK
Please don't downvote "bad" comics. They need feedback the most.
Remember that the purpose of this subreddit is to give constructive criticism, not just blind praise (or insults). Please endeavor to write top-level comments with at least 50-100 characters of content. More information.
TIPS FOR CREATORS
Link directly to your comic. As opposed to your blog homepage or other site sections.
Link to what you want feedback on. The most recent page if you're most concerned with art, or the first page or start of the chapter if you want feedback on the whole story arc.
Respond to questions and comments. Even if you don't agree with the feedback you receive. It's an important courtesy to acknowledge the individuals who take time to review your work.
Provide feedback to other creators! Responding to feedback in your own thread is the bare minimum of effort expected. This community only functions if people are willing to give as well as receive feedback.
USER & LINK FLAIR
You can self-assign link flair after making your post.
You can self-assign basic user flair from the sidebar.
Use modmail to request custom creator flair.
IF YOU DON'T SEE YOUR POST
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/R/COMIC_CRITS WIKI
Visit the Wiki for resources on making and publishing comics. Pages include:
Books and Articles: includes links to resources on how to make comics, how to draw, how to publish online, how to print DIY, where to find fonts, etc.
Website Design Tips: includes advice on how to design your own website or customize a pre-packaged solution.
Writing Tips: includes advice on how to assess your own writing, punch up your jokes, and find your "voice."
Comic Design & Layout: includes advice on how to layout your scenes so that the reader can follow them clearly.
Publishing and Business Plans: includes advice on how to decide on web vs. print and whether to run a Kickstarter.
Understanding of "Comics": includes definitions of "Comics" by Scott McCloud & Will Eisner.
How to Critique: includes tips on how to develop and write a critique (mainly focused on critiquing writing).
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Looking for some feedback on my comic :)
It's called INSTINCT. I have about 50 chapters planned and have 9 so far. If you don't have time to read all then you can just read 9 and lmk what you think. Thanks!
13:59 UTC
Published my first comic - would love feedback! Link in comments.
03:01 UTC
How should I publish my comics?
What do you suggest? Sometimes I have abstract art ideas for comics, other times a tale, other times I try something more childish, but I also have a dark idea with explicit language.
There are really very few dark comics full of images and very explicit language, but because of that, should I create another account just for that?
15:43 UTC
Diggy the Squirrel - Acorn Feast, A comic about a squirrels misadventure. Any feedback appreciated, specifically character design and general content
04:40 UTC
Looking for critique on my comic: HPMoR chapter 1 (manga style)
Hello! I've set out to make a manga-style comic adaptation of HPMoR (a Harry Potter fanfic), and I just finished drawing chapter 1. I would greatly appreciate any feedback, constructive criticism and critique, in particular about the screenwriting.
Link to HPMoR Chapter 1 PDF (Google Drive)
More context:
Adapting an existing text of the fanfic to a visual format is challenging, and my experience making comics is limited. I'm confident in my drawing, but I struggle with deciding how to depict each scene, choosing which scenes to cut out, which lines of dialogue to leave in and which ones to edit, etc. As a first principle, I want to make an engaging manga/comic rather than follow the text verbatim, so I've already made some edits:
- added a couple exposition pages in the beginning: to create anticipation of the larger magical world.
- changed some dialogue to reveal less to the reader, to increase tension.
- significantly shortened the exposition dialogue, to get to the main plot.
In particular, I would appreciate critiques and suggestion around these choices:
- Is there too much or too little exposition?
- Does the main character enter too late?
- Does the dialogue make sense? Would you change any particular lines?
- How is the pacing? Does any scene move too slowly or too quickly?
- Choice of panels and camera angles: is there a better way to depict the same scene?
- How to make the writing more "manga-style"?
- (and so on...)
- ...or any feedback on how this reads in general!
You don't need to know the original fanfic to critique this comic. In fact, I'd love to hear your thoughts if you have not read HPMoR, or even Harry Potter. Does chapter 1 even make sense to you? Do you want to keep reading?
Just in case, here is a link to the text of chapter 1 of the fanfic: https://hpmor.com/chapter/1
Thanks in advance! I hope I can make a better adaptation with your suggestions.
00:25 UTC
601: Blood Beneath The Penumbra, A Vietnam vampire story. The Cu Chi tunnels of Vietnam.
05:01 UTC
Looking for feedback/crits. I want to improve my writing and storytelling. I’ll put the full comic’s link in the comments.
20:44 UTC
Morning All after a last minute crit before re printing.
Im optimizing a few things and doing a revised print run at a smaller form factor. Need help with any missed oportunities story wise or slight tweaks without completely reworking anything! Link here https://issuu.com/rpmicarty/docs/megachurchprint
11:00 UTC
I'm making my own webcomic now!
Hello there! My brother and I we're making our own webcomic and we're pretty excited to share it! It's called "Shindory Legends" and it's available in English and Spanish! We have a long journey with this comic and we're improving as much as we can. :) Hope you all can give it a try!
https://www.webtoons.com/en/canvas/shindory-legends/list?title_no=1007713
15:41 UTC
Beyond? Critique
Would someone be willing to critique my comic? Anything you feel would help me improve this would be welcome! :) (Please utilize comments to critique this.) I have six more issues of comics to critique! If you like the first issue and want to critique the rest, please send me a message:) Thanks!
(KEEP IN MIND - There is slight SA (sexual assault) at the end. Please keep in mind while critiquing this.)
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1httDsbuN_cSnePgP8qjwxKYhX9ngMfNsFhqvg2ifhdc/edit?usp=sharing
06:53 UTC
[WIP] Weltengeist
Working on transforming my world into a story for a kickstarter campaign. What you think so far?
17:09 UTC
Do tails in speech balloons need to be consistent?
I’m watching this video critique of a comic ( https://youtu.be/4nbkZkr7NGc?si=XjSp6_o4D7YOqQwO ) and around 11:30 minutes into the video, ComicTropes advises that tails in word balloons should be consistent when it comes to lettering.
Is there a specific reason for this? Personally, I use angular and curved tails interchangeably. I’m not sure if this is even a thing, but I like to use curved tails when the tone of speech is more relaxed or casual whilst I use angular ones when the tone is more expressive or snappy.
I’ve never really thought deep about this, how do you guys approach speech balloon tails, or is this just a nitpick?
04:41 UTC
An amalgamation of an idea ish
Buddy-cop Urban fantasy Concept that I'm only just kicking out the "visualization" for
(comics are hard!)
19:35 UTC
Practice script
I'm an ESL published genre writer who is currently exploring comic writing. While working on a larger project, I wrote a 4-page practice script to share with beginner artists for practice.
It would be good to get a second pair of eyes on this and see if the writing is detailed and clear enough. Appreciate your thoughts!
16:59 UTC
Looking for constructive criticism on my Webcomic.
Hello. So I've been working on a webcomic called "The Ink Krystal".
It's a Fantasy/Action/Comedy comic that follows the story of an art student "Imogen Björnsson" forming an unlikely duo with a magician "Eight" to undo the changes done to the world thanks to an ancient crystal called "The Ink Krystal", capable of creating matter and warping reality using ink. Said art student has powers similar to said crystal, but on a more limited fashion. I'll provide the link below:
https://www.webtoons.com/en/canvas/the-ink-krystal/list?title_no=931644
So far I've got two chapters done and I'm currently working on the third one, but I also want to look back and check on what I should rewrite from the last 2 chapters because I feel like I'm not making an "understandable" storyline per se (I struggle with explaining myself lol), and the whole comic's around 64 pages so far so it can be quite difficult to manage things (I've been working on this by myself). I want to make sure if I'm doing it right or if I need to change some things.
I know that the comic doesn't follow the usual Webtoons format but that's because it's made with the possibility of making a print version in mind, I also upload the story to Newgrounds and TikTok where said format cannot be applied. I'm also aware that the first chapter has some sort of bad formatting, but it's already been addressed in the second one (I still do plan to rework the first chapter's art and formatting someday).
So what do you guys think? What changes would you apply to the storyline and the art itself? What things should I keep in mind for future chapters?
Thanks in advance!
19:07 UTC
Planetbound Page 1! Whaddaya think? (Spoilers for mild blood)
17:29 UTC
Planetbound Page 1! Whaddaya think? (Spoilers for mild blood)
17:29 UTC
Looking for help regarding making my comic better.
Hello, this is the first comic I am taking more than usual dedication to. It is supposed an action-adventure comic about a group of characters from a city called Merca attempting to make a living within the dangerous environment of their city through using magic to assist them.
The character in these panels is one of the protagonists who uses necromancy to solve murder cases in the world.
With that being said, I am a little unsure if this panel gives the reader enough insight to want to keep reading or if I am organizing it properly. I want the panel to feel like the reader has some sort of clue as to what she does for a living and to also give the hint that there is magic in the world with how she is having a phone call.
Any help is appreciated.
The title cover is located here: https://arcanealley.thecomicseries.com/comics/1
03:29 UTC
[OC] AUTOPSYA, Chapter I: Y Incision. Page #9. You can find the previous pages in my profile if you want to follow the story. I'd like to read your comments :)
21:08 UTC