Dream Catcher Dollhouse | Part 1 of 2 | Cesar Baez - Episode 058

In this episode of the Instant Ink Comic Book Podcast, Roberto and Adriano are joined by Cesar Baez, an indie comic writer. Together, we talk about Cesar’s journey as a writer, his experiences learning from industry legends like Scott Snyder and Brian Michael Bendis, and the challenges and rewards of breaking into comics. We also cover the importance of community, the creative process behind writing and collaborating on comics, and the value of finishing your work.

00:00 – Intro & Welcome

01:55 – Introducing Cesar Baez

02:57 – The creative process: how Cesar approaches writing

04:10 – Prompt selection & brainstorming

06:40 – Combining prompts: Dream Catcher & Dollhouse

13:40 – Visual storytelling, horror influences, and comic layout

20:00 – The importance of community and making connections

28:00 – Advice for aspiring comic creators

34:00 – Collaborating with artists and the magic of teamwork

40:00 – Final thoughts and encouragement for creators

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