Welcome back to Nib and Ink Fest, which runs throughout the month of May 2026!

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  • A graphic announcing "RSS & You" for the Nib and Ink Fest 2025 on May 17th, 2025 at 1:00 PM EST on Zoom featuring panelist Jey Pawlik. The panel description reads, "A rundown on what RSS is, how webcomics can utilize it, and how readers can organize what they're reading. This event is for webcomic creators and readers alike." An anthropomorphic inkwell and an anthropomorphic both holding comic pages decorate the graphic.

    RSS & You

    A rundown on what RSS is, how webcomics can utilize it, and how readers can organize what they’re reading. This event is for webcomic creators and readers alike. Catch a replay of this event on the Cartoonist Cooperative’s YouTube channel!

  • A graphic announcing "Making of a Webcomic" for the Nib and Ink Fest 2025 on May 17th, 2025 at 4:00 PM EST on Zoom featuring panelists Kody Okamoto, Lacey Brannen, Bob, and Nero Villagallos O’Reilly. The panel description reads, "Join 4 webcomic artists as they chat about the different ways they approach crafting their webcomics. Each artist will share snippets from their process at varying stages: from script and thumbnails to pencils and inks and finally to the finished product that is shared online. This casual panel is perfect for anyone interested in starting their own webcomic or for any creative who wants to see the what the process other cartoonists are working with!" An anthropomorphic inkwell and an anthropomorphic both holding comic pages decorate the graphic.

    Making of a Webcomic

    Join Lacey of LIES WITHIN, Nero of ULTRAVIOLENTS and SPLIT CHECK, Bob of INTO THE SMOKE and DEMON OF THE UNDERGROUND, and Kody of KEEPING TIME as they chat about the different ways they approach crafting their webcomics. Each artist will share snippets from their process at varying stages: from script and thumbnails to pencils […]

  • A graphic announcing "Transformative Fancomics as a Place for Experimentation" for the Nib and Ink Fest 2025 on May 17th, 2025 at 6:00 PM EST on Zoom featuring panelist Alexis Rippen, Spicyyeti, and Max Banshees. The panel description reads, "Three creators talk about their experiences with transitioning their experimental fancomics into original work. Spicyyeti will be telling you why every artist should just start publishing their comics on their own websites, and going through his process for more experimental webcomics between both fan (Jade Route, Y12k) and original (Godhead) projects. Max Banshees will be focusing on zines and cyanotypes, discussing the challenges and influences of collaborating with other fanartists across country lines. Alexis Rippen will be talking up self publishing and self education: the world is at your fingertips and you can write and print and distribute whatever you want. " An anthropomorphic inkwell and an anthropomorphic both holding comic pages decorate the graphic.

    Transformative Fancomics as a Place for Experimentation

    Three creators talk about their experiences with transitioning their experimental fancomics into original work. Spicyyeti will be telling you why every artist should just start publishing their comics on their own websites, and going through his process for more experimental webcomics between both fan (Jade Route, Y12k) and original (Godhead) projects. Max Banshees will be […]

  • A graphic announcing "Alternative Careers in Comics" for the Nib and Ink Fest 2025 on May 18th, 2025 at 4:00 PM EST on Zoom featuring panelists Nero Villagallos O'Reilly, Kel McDonald, Hye Mardikian, and Kevin Wilson. The panel description reads, "There's more to the comics industry than inks and nibs! Every day, millions of people make this industry work without ever picking up a pencil or writing a line of script. Join Hye Mardikian (pre-press/graphic designer), Kevin Wilson (web designer), and Kel McDonald (editor) in a panel talking about all the different ways one can be very involved in the comics world. Moderated by Nero Villagallos O'Reilly!" An anthropomorphic inkwell and an anthropomorphic both holding comic pages decorate the graphic.

    Alternative Careers in Comics

    There’s more to the comics industry than inks and nibs! Every day, millions of people make this industry work without ever picking up a pencil or writing a line of script. Join Hye Mardikian (pre-press/graphic designer), Kevin Wilson (web designer), and Kel McDonald (editor) in a panel talking about all the different ways one can […]

  • A graphic announcing "Storytelling in Comics" for the Nib and Ink Fest 2025 on May 18th, 2025 at 6:00 PM EST on Zoom featuring panelists Michelle Stanford and Matt McEwan. The panel description reads, "Anyone can find a basic step-by-step guide to making comics, but how do you create comics and manga that truly make the reader FEEL something? Comic creators Michelle Stanford (Centralia 2050) and Matt McEwan (Ruin) break down how they use art, lettering, layout and sound effects to imbue every part of their comics with story. Learn how to take your comic and manga storytelling skills to the next level!" An anthropomorphic inkwell and an anthropomorphic both holding comic pages decorate the graphic.

    Storytelling in Comics

    Anyone can find a basic step-by-step guide to making comics, but how do you create comics and manga that truly make the reader FEEL something? Comic creators Michelle Stanford (Centralia 2050) and Matt McEwan (Ruin) break down how they use art, lettering, layout and sound effects to imbue every part of their comics with story. […]

  • A graphic announcing "Beginning to End: A Creative Process Conversation" for the Nib and Ink Fest 2025 on May 24th, 2025 at 1:00PM EST on Zoom featuring panelists Ashanti Fortson, Blue Delliguanti, Jasmine Walls, and Kody Okamoto with moderator Jessi Eoin. The panel description reads, "Whether it's for a webcomic, a self-published mini comic, a traditionally published graphic novel, or otherwise, each comic project has its own needs to meet its final form, and every comic creator has their own way of responding to that puzzle with their own creative process. Join our esteemed Cartoonist Co-op members Kody Okamoto (KEEPING TIME, RUBBER MATCH, DEMON BOY), Jasmine Walls (BROOMS, THE LAST SESSION, VIXEN: NYC), Blue Delliquanti (O HUMAN STAR, ADVERSARY, ACROSS A FIELD OF STARLIGHT), and Ashanti Fortson (LEAF LACE, THE HUE OF HEAVEN, SMALLNESS) as they discuss their own creative processes and how they approach new projects with fellow Co-op member and moderator Jessi Eoin (A LONG EVICTION, STARVED, NEW GARDEN). This event is suitable for comic creators of all experience levels and will include a Q+A with our panelists at the end." An anthropomorphic inkwell and an anthropomorphic nib pen both holding comic pages decorate the graphic.

    Beginning to End: A Creative Process Conversation

    Whether it’s for a webcomic, a self-published mini comic, a traditionally published graphic novel, or otherwise, each comic project has its own needs to meet its final form, and every comic creator has their own way of responding to that puzzle with their own creative process. Join our esteemed Cartoonist Co-op members Kody Okamoto (KEEPING […]

  • A graphic announcing "Blender for Cartoonists (absolute beginner demo") for the Nib and Ink Fest 2025 on May 24th, 2025 at 6:00PM EST on Zoom featuring panelist Zach Hazard Vaupen. The panel description reads, "A quickstart overview of Blender for use in creating reference material for making comics. This workshop is intended for anyone who has ever wanted to learn 3D modeling/staging and has never used Blender before." An anthropomorphic inkwell and an anthropomorphic both holding comic pages decorate the graphic.

    Blender for Cartoonists (Absolute Beginner Demo)

    A quickstart overview of Blender for use in creating reference material for making comics. This workshop is intended for anyone who has ever wanted to learn 3D modeling/staging and has never used Blender before. Catch a replay of this event on the Cartoonist Cooperative’s YouTube channel!

  • A graphic announcing "NSFW & Adult Comics Portfolio Review") for the Nib and Ink Fest 2025 on May 25th, 2025 at 1:00PM EST on Zoom featuring panelists Nero Villagallos O'Reilly and Taylor Titmouse. The panel description reads, "Interested in making a name for yourself out in the wide, wide world of erotic comics? Thinking about applying to an adult anthology? Debuting your carefully written kinky webcomic? Seasoned professionals Nero Villagallos O'Reilly and Taylor Titmouse are available to give pointers to new creators and guidance to those looking to take their comics to the next level. Those requesting a review will have ~20 min of LIVE critique as they look through your portfolio, talk to you about your goals, and outline what your next steps might be!" An anthropomorphic inkwell and an anthropomorphic both holding comic pages decorate the graphic.

    NSFW & Adult Comics Portfolio Review

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    Interested in making a name for yourself out in the wide, wide world of erotic comics? Thinking about applying to an adult anthology? Debuting your carefully written kinky webcomic? Seasoned professionals Nero Villagallos O’Reilly and Taylor Titmouse are available to give pointers to new creators and guidance to those looking to take their comics to […]

  • A graphic announcing "Comics Mixtape Podcast Pilot Variety Show" for the Nib and Ink Fest 2025 on May 25th, 2025 at 4:00 pm EST on Zoom. Featuring panelists Yuki Clarke, AdamP, Kelci D Crawford, and Jeff Martin. The description reads, "The Co-op is launching a new podcast and wants you to tune in to its Pilot Episode! Check this out to listen interviews, dramatic comics readings, recommendations, technique chat, and more all contributed by and featuring our members! With it all wrapping up with a fun game show." An anthropomorphic inkwell and an anthropomorphic both holding comic pages decorate the graphic.

    Comics Mixtape Podcast Pilot Variety Show

    The Co-op is launching a new podcast and wants you to tune in to its Pilot Episode! Check this out to listen interviews, dramatic comics readings, recommendations, technique chat, and more all contributed by and featuring our members! With it all wrapping up with a fun game show. Catch a replay of this event on […]

  • A graphic announcing "The History of Comics Labor Organizing" for the Nib and Ink Fest 2025 on May 24th, 2025 at 4:00PM EST on Zoom featuring panelist Yuki Clarke. The panel description reads, "An interactive presentation on the history of comics workers quest to organize and how efforts succeeded and failed over the century and what we can learn from their experiences to make a better comics world today." An anthropomorphic inkwell and an anthropomorphic both holding comic pages decorate the graphic.

    CANCELLED: The History of Comics Labor Organizing

    An interactive presentation on the history of comics workers quest to organize and how efforts succeeded and failed over the century and what we can learn from their experiences to make a better comics world today. NOTICE: This event has been cancelled due to personal reasons. Thank you for your understanding!

  • A graphic announcing the "Nib & Ink Fest Closing Ceremony" for the Nib and Ink Fest 2025 on May 31st, 2025 at 5:00PM EST on Zoom. The panel description reads “It’s a wrap-up show! Hear about some of our favorite parts of the first-ever NIF, what’s next for the Co-op and a BIG announcement you don’t want to miss!” There is a link to the NIF site: https://nif.cartoonist.coop/. In the image next to the title of the event, an anthropomorphic inkwell is hopping excitedly, sharing their ideas with an anthropomorphic nib holder who is writing their ideas down on comic pages. A thought bubble hovers above both their heads showing hearts, stars, and an exclamation point, indicating they share the same ideas and are creating together.

    Nib & Ink Fest Closing Ceremony!

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    It’s a wrap-up show! Hear about some of our favorite parts of the first-ever Nib & Ink Fest, what’s next for the Cartoonist Cooperative and a BIG announcement you don’t want to miss!

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    NIF 2026 Comic and Event Submissions Window

    NIF Marketplace, Webcomics Sampler, Oops All Comics! zine, and event programming submissions open on September 1st at 12:00am ET and close on October 1st 2:59PM ET. For more details, please click see https://nif.cartoonist.coop/events/ !