After exploring “Homestuck” by Andrew Hussie in its print version and webcomic medium, the comic features static images, but also GIFs and instant message logs. The webcomic version also requires reader participation which I found quite entertaining and kept me engaged.   I found this style of webcomic was heavily influenced by games such as “Sims” which also influenced the movie style of “Black Mirror: Bandersnatch”. I found that the art of “Homestuck” on the Web was very simple and included brief panels with detailed scenes. The webcomic version clearly represents a mash of comics and video games which I … Continue reading Webcomic to Print

In Frank Bramlett’s article “Linguistic Discourse Webcomics”, discusses the affordances of webcomics through a linguistic perspective. Webcomics are very similar to regular print medium comics. However, features like alt-text and hidden comics play an important role in webcomics. The article also covers the framework, analysis, methods, and definition of webcomics. Webcomics were once claimed as a low art form, however, it is a mainstay of pop art form because several authors were able to communicate to readers about social criticism through editorials and/or political comments. Additionally, webcomics are quoted as an art form on digital display with an infinite amount … Continue reading Secrets Within Comics

Webcomics have recently thrived off of the birth of the internet. More people have been able to access the internet to read webcomics. However, economically it has been hard to keep up for artists and writers to fund their work. In Misemers, “Webcomics,” she explains the economic value for webcomics versus print comics because in our society, due to digital culture, there have been more competitors between authors because most webcomics are free. Addtionally, I think that most of the profits for webcomic authors come from merchandise created from their webcomic such as print editions,t-shirts, stickers, bags. Also, the idea … Continue reading Diving into Webcomics

In “She Span”, Stephanie Rudig illustrates the portraits of important women in the U.S. congress. She posts her artwork across the streets of Washington D.C. so that everyone can remember and recognize the talent of the roles of females in … Continue reading Comics into Street Art