Artist Proof with Adrian Johnson - Inazuma Studios LLC

Hosted by Adrian Johnson•www.inazumastudios.com

A multimedia podcast on the world of creativity and the creatives that make it go round. Show Theme: 'All The Timez' - Arranged, Produced and Composed by Nathan M. Dreggors Licensed from A1 Productions / Copyright 2015

Last refreshed: July 13th, 2025 at 3:53 AM ⓘ

Follow this podcast in the Metacast mobile app to refresh it and see new episodes.

Follow on

Apple Podcasts

Spotify

RSS

Podcasts are better in Metacast mobile app

Don't just listen to podcasts. Learn from them with transcripts, summaries, and chapters for every episode. Skim, search, and bookmark insights. Learn more

Episodes

Artist Proof: Episode 11 - Eric Scott Pfeiffer

This episode, Adrian speaks with illustrator Eric Scott Pfeiffer. Pfeiffer is a multi-faceted artist with inroads to comic books, editorial illustration and concept design. Eric's first comic book series with writer Alex Paknadel, 'Arcadia' was recently collected into a trade paperback by BOOM Studios. Eric discusses 'Arcadia', his upbringing in a creative household, attending Virginia Commonwealth University's renowned Communication Arts program and becoming one of the distinguished alumni curr...

May 20, 2016•1 hr 10 min

Artist Proof: Episode 10 - Marc Deering

After a lengthy hiatus due to health matters, Adrian returns to the mic in a conversation with comic book inker Marc Deering. Deering is an industry veteran with a career spanning over a decade in the business. He's brought his superb touch to titles such as Superman, GI Joe, Miranda Mercury, Justice League and Supergirl and worked with Marvel, DC Comics, IDW, and Archaia to name a few. Marc and I discuss 'breaking in' to comics as an inker, tools of the craft, the mental aspect of inking and us...

May 09, 2016•1 hr 15 min

Artist Proof: Episode 9 - Jon Bogdanove

On this episode, Adrian speaks with one of his favorite comic book artists Jon Bogdanove. Bogdanove is most known for delivering his dynamic and powerful art with an 80-plus issue run on DC Comics' Superman: Man Of Steel title. With writer Louise Simonson, he also co-created the character Steel during the Death & Return of Superman saga in the early 1990s. Jon expounds upon his earliest influences such as the classic Adventures of Superman television series and the work of legendary comic bo...

Feb 16, 2016•1 hr 16 min

Artist Proof: Episode 8 - Michel Fiffe

On this episode, Adrian speaks with cartoonist Michel Fiffe, who has garnered critical acclaim and a fervent fan following for his self-published superhero comic COPRA. Fiffe expounds upon the rhythm of cartooning, the DIY attitude, having a game plan for self publishing and the low stakes of making comic books that enables anyone to just #$@%^& do it!

Jan 19, 2016•54 min

Artist Proof: Episode 7 - Kevlen Goodner

On this episode, Adrian speaks with artist/educator Kevlen Goodner in a lively conversation. Goodner relates how hip-hop and comics influenced his formative years in his native Louisville, Kentucky; outreach through comic book workshops with his son (and recent Kubert School graduate) Justice; drawing in public to focus on craft and win friends and clients; and using social media under his moniker 'The Illest Strator'. Show Theme: 'All The Timez' - Arranged, Produced and Composed by Nathan M. Dr...

Dec 15, 2015

Artist Proof: Episode 6 - Mel Milton

On this episode, Adrian speaks with artist Mel Milton in a hugely inspirational conversation regarding his pursuit of happiness through art. A former animator, Milton has garnered increasing acclaim online for posting his daily 'dooks'; drawings and studies for his personal pleasure and edification in various media. Mel discusses the true meaning of his 'dooks', drawing daily, why success may not be measured by getting your dream job, his overwhelming emotion attending his first ComicCon and str...

Dec 06, 2015

Artist Proof: Episode 5 - Shawn Pryor

Art by Penny Candy Studios On this episode, Adrian speaks with creator Shawn Pryor in an engaging conversation about the science of crowdfunding. As a former president of Action Lab Entertainment, Shawn has developed several successful crowdfunding campaigns for various comic book and graphic novel projects. Most recently, he ran a hugely successful campaign under his own company, Crowntaker Studios , to fund his creator-owned all-ages comic ' Cash and Carrie' with co-creators Giulie Speziani an...

Nov 03, 2015•1 hr 16 min

Artist Proof: Episode 4 - Patricia Smith

On this episode, Adrian speaks with Oregon-based illustrator Patricia Smith in a lively chat about being a (relatively new) stay-at-home freelancer. Patricia incorporated her Studio Smugbug a little over two years ago and went full-time into freelancing. We discuss being proactive in establishing new markets and clients for yourself, getting gigs outside of your comfort zone, finding revenue streams with your own art, Patreon pages and more! Show Theme: 'All The Timez' - Arranged, Produced and C...

Aug 07, 2015

Artist Proof: Episode 3 - Ulises Farinas

On this episode, Adrian speaks with cartoonist Ulises Farinas (GAMMA, The Amazing Forest, Judge Dredd) in a thoughtful discussion on the comics industry. The 'Loser Mentality', Writer vs. Artist, equality (and lack thereof) and Farinas' lecture 'Being Unethical To Succeed in Comics' are just some of the issues explored. Show Theme: 'All The Timez' - Arranged, Produced and Composed by Nathan M. Dreggors Licensed from A1 Productions / Copyright 2015 Artist Proof with Adrian Johnson RSS...

Jul 30, 2015

Artist Proof: Episode 2 - Using Social Media with Julian Lytle

On this episode, Adrian speaks with Julian Lytle (creator/artist of Antz webcomic, film reviewer and pop culture commentator) on using social media as a creative artist. Julian explains the power and connectivity and tips to maximize your social media experience to its fullest potential in getting your work out to the world. A great conversation that is not to be missed!

Jul 20, 2015•1 hr 5 min

Artist Proof: Episode 1 - Anthony Piper

On this inaugural episode of 'Artist Proof with Adrian Johnson', our guest is Anthony Piper. Piper is the creator/artist of the smash hit webcomic 'Trill League' and we discuss his Kickstarter being funded within two days, his artistic origins and what it takes to make it as an artist in today's brisk paced digital workplace and more! Also, Adrian lays down the M.O. for the show going forward just this once. Show Theme: 'All The Timez' - Arranged, Produced and Composed by Nathan M. Dreggors Lice...

Apr 21, 2015•47 min

For the best experience, listen in Metacast app for iOS or Android