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Cartoonist and theorist, author of Understanding Comics, Reinventing Comics and Making Comics.
8 things
Cintiq 21UXHardware Wacom
I draw on a Cintiq 21UX from a few years back. I started using the Cintiq series 10 years ago. If I could go back in time and convince myself to buy one even earlier I would.
His Uses This interview, on the digital setup he draws comics with.
2014-08-12·usesthis.com ↗
KeynoteSoftware Apple
I switched from PowerPoint to Keynote about eight years ago because I liked the greater control I had over transitions.
His Uses This interview, on the digital setup he draws comics with.
2014-08-12·usesthis.com ↗
Mac ProHardware Apple
For years, I've happily used a succession of mid-range Mac Pros stuffed with extra memory and storage.
His Uses This interview, on the digital setup he draws comics with.
2014-08-12·usesthis.com ↗
Adobe PhotoshopSoftware Adobe
For making comics, I use Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator almost exclusively.
His Uses This interview, on the digital setup he draws comics with.
2014-08-12·usesthis.com ↗
Adobe IllustratorSoftware Adobe
Once the layouts are complete, I bring each page into Illustrator and do the lettering and borders there.
His Uses This interview, on the digital setup he draws comics with.
2014-08-12·usesthis.com ↗
Plantronics headsetHardware Plantronics
I'm dictating this on a Plantronics headset to reduce typing (my remaining source of hand strain).
His Uses This interview, on the digital setup he draws comics with.
2014-08-12·usesthis.com ↗
MacBook ProHardware Apple
My laptop is a 15" MacBook Pro from a few years ago.
His Uses This interview, on the digital setup he draws comics with.
2014-08-12·usesthis.com ↗
SpotifyService Spotify
Other frequently used programs include Dreamweaver and Fetch for my site; Chrome, iPhoto and Preview for reference hunting; iTunes, Spotify, and Downcast to keep me company.
His Uses This interview, on the digital setup he draws comics with.
2014-08-12·usesthis.com ↗
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