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"Lauren Ipsum" on SpiderForest [update]
Posted a year agoSo big news on "Lauren Ipsum" front: it got accepted into SpiderForest Webcomic Collective! The comic is now part of a group of really neat comics on the net
A new website will be set up in the coming days. No major changes, although as per agreement the comic will appear on the SpiderForest website first, with the other mirrors (including Furaffinity) getting it a day later. No major changes otherwise, however.
A new website will be set up in the coming days. No major changes, although as per agreement the comic will appear on the SpiderForest website first, with the other mirrors (including Furaffinity) getting it a day later. No major changes otherwise, however.
2 slots left
Posted a year agoI have two open slots left for commissions this month - https://www.furaffinity.net/view/55436344/
New Month! (5 slots open)
Posted a year agoNew month! That means more commissions!
I will be able to take 5 SLOTS for the month of August! If you are interested, you can see my price chart and fill out this form and I will get back to you - http://tinyurl.com/baker-comm
I will be able to take 5 SLOTS for the month of August! If you are interested, you can see my price chart and fill out this form and I will get back to you - http://tinyurl.com/baker-comm
Support "Lauren Ipsum" on Patreon!
Posted a year agoDo you enjoy "Lauren Ipsum"? And do you want to read about a year ahead of publication? Then become a Patreon subscriber now for as little as $1 a month. This ensures continued support of the comic for many years to come.
Become a backer now https://www.patreon.com/smallbug
Become a backer now https://www.patreon.com/smallbug
If you purchased "Lauren Ipsum" books....
Posted a year agoIf you purchased "Lauren Ipsum" books, please consider leaving a review on Amazon! This will help make it easier to present the books to indie booksellers and distributors!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CCMSTTSW
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CCMSTTSW
New computer
Posted a year agoWell, I guess it was bound to happen, but my computer of 5+ years bit the dust just few days after I returned from Anthrocon. I got a new computer today that's much more faster and speedier than my last one, but it still set me back a bit.
Sooo, if you wanna subscribe to my Patreon, now's a good time https://www.patreon.com/smallbug
I also have a Ko-Fi if you only want a one-time donation https://ko-fi.com/bakertoons
Sooo, if you wanna subscribe to my Patreon, now's a good time https://www.patreon.com/smallbug
I also have a Ko-Fi if you only want a one-time donation https://ko-fi.com/bakertoons
Telegram channel
Posted a year agoReminder I have a public Telegram channel where I post comics, art, news, and such!
https://t.me/bakerart
https://t.me/bakerart
Anthrocon Trip Report
Posted a year agoI’ve been looking to do more furry cons as of late, as I specialize in comics featuring talking cartoon animals, so I was pretty excited when I got the word that my Dealers Room application for Anthrocon in Pittsburgh (held July 4-7 this year) got approved.
I’ve been in a few furry cons (Midwest Furfest in 2019 and Anthro Northwest earlier this year), but Anthrocon was my “white whale” for a while, so when I got my booth approved I made the most of it. I made sure to print up copies of me two “Lauren Ipsum” books, plus promotional materials (I made mini-comics promoting the comic, plus postcards, stickers, business cards). Along with my old stock of “The Fuzzy Princess” books I think I brought over 100 books. I figure this will be enough for the 3 day con attended by thousands of people.
I carpooled with a friend who was also going to AC. During the journey I had to crash at several places, including my sister’s home in Nashville, but I mainly stayed at a Courtyard by Marriott hotel, sharing a room with Jan (cartoonwolf), who was visiting the convention all the way from Hong Kong. We’ve been corresponding for a while and admire each other’s comics, so meeting him was a highlight.
The Dealer’s Room wouldn’t open until Friday the 5th, but we were allowed to get our badges on the 4th and set our table up, which I did. The 4th was also when I would host a panel screening my animation work. I wound up being late by about 10 minutes because I forgot to bring my charger for my laptop (thank god the hotel room was within walking distance). After the setback I talked a bit to introduce myself as the computer booted up, and once I did it was a matter of running my animation on loop until it was over. I’ll admit that I cringed when I looked at some of the cartoons; I hadn’t seen most of them since I first made them and all I could think was “I would do this differently”, but I guess that’s normal. A lot of people seemed to enjoy it, at least.
My booth was between two people I’ve known for a while: Jared Hudson (fxscreamer), who does “Cashmere Sky” (www.cashmeresky.com), and Bill Holbrook, of “Kevin and Kell” fame (www.kevinandkell.com). It’s always nice to be surrounded by comics people. As I was sitting in my booth for hours at a time, having other comics people to talk “shop” with is nice. Especially enjoyed talking to Bill, who have been syndicated since the 1980s.
I vastly underestimated how well I would do at the convention. Many AC attendees were especially receptive of “Lauren Ipsum” and bought the book by the dozens. I thought I brought enough books for the con, but by the end of the second day I sold out all the “Lauren” books. Selling out of comics was common with AC this year; Jared and Bill both had certain books sold out before the convention was over, too. I’m not complaining; I’m very happy that people still enjoy comics and the attendees were receptive of supporting independent creators. 17,639 people attended AC this year, one of the bigger venues I went to.
As I was mostly vending, I couldn't attend much panels but I did go to one Jared did on how to create comics, which I thought was educational. Jan also did a Webcomics Meetup where creators and fans could hang out. It was nice to meet familiar creators there, including bheckadee and The Gneech.
I saw a lot of people I know online at the con (finally met Lauren's voice actress, Perrydotto, for the first time in person!), some only briefly due to my limited time, and it made me feel at home. I will have to make sure to return next year.
My next convention is Cartoon Crossroads in Columbus. I had a blast last year and I can’t wait!
I’ve been in a few furry cons (Midwest Furfest in 2019 and Anthro Northwest earlier this year), but Anthrocon was my “white whale” for a while, so when I got my booth approved I made the most of it. I made sure to print up copies of me two “Lauren Ipsum” books, plus promotional materials (I made mini-comics promoting the comic, plus postcards, stickers, business cards). Along with my old stock of “The Fuzzy Princess” books I think I brought over 100 books. I figure this will be enough for the 3 day con attended by thousands of people.
I carpooled with a friend who was also going to AC. During the journey I had to crash at several places, including my sister’s home in Nashville, but I mainly stayed at a Courtyard by Marriott hotel, sharing a room with Jan (cartoonwolf), who was visiting the convention all the way from Hong Kong. We’ve been corresponding for a while and admire each other’s comics, so meeting him was a highlight.
The Dealer’s Room wouldn’t open until Friday the 5th, but we were allowed to get our badges on the 4th and set our table up, which I did. The 4th was also when I would host a panel screening my animation work. I wound up being late by about 10 minutes because I forgot to bring my charger for my laptop (thank god the hotel room was within walking distance). After the setback I talked a bit to introduce myself as the computer booted up, and once I did it was a matter of running my animation on loop until it was over. I’ll admit that I cringed when I looked at some of the cartoons; I hadn’t seen most of them since I first made them and all I could think was “I would do this differently”, but I guess that’s normal. A lot of people seemed to enjoy it, at least.
My booth was between two people I’ve known for a while: Jared Hudson (fxscreamer), who does “Cashmere Sky” (www.cashmeresky.com), and Bill Holbrook, of “Kevin and Kell” fame (www.kevinandkell.com). It’s always nice to be surrounded by comics people. As I was sitting in my booth for hours at a time, having other comics people to talk “shop” with is nice. Especially enjoyed talking to Bill, who have been syndicated since the 1980s.
I vastly underestimated how well I would do at the convention. Many AC attendees were especially receptive of “Lauren Ipsum” and bought the book by the dozens. I thought I brought enough books for the con, but by the end of the second day I sold out all the “Lauren” books. Selling out of comics was common with AC this year; Jared and Bill both had certain books sold out before the convention was over, too. I’m not complaining; I’m very happy that people still enjoy comics and the attendees were receptive of supporting independent creators. 17,639 people attended AC this year, one of the bigger venues I went to.
As I was mostly vending, I couldn't attend much panels but I did go to one Jared did on how to create comics, which I thought was educational. Jan also did a Webcomics Meetup where creators and fans could hang out. It was nice to meet familiar creators there, including bheckadee and The Gneech.
I saw a lot of people I know online at the con (finally met Lauren's voice actress, Perrydotto, for the first time in person!), some only briefly due to my limited time, and it made me feel at home. I will have to make sure to return next year.
My next convention is Cartoon Crossroads in Columbus. I had a blast last year and I can’t wait!
Post-Anthrocon note
Posted a year agoAnthrocon was very fun this weekend. Thanks to everyone who stopped by at my booth! Sold out all the "Lauren" books I brought with me.
Will hopefully do a full con report once I get home.
Will hopefully do a full con report once I get home.
Off I go
Posted a year agoI'm gonna be spending the weekend in Nashville at my sister's place before I take off for Pittsburgh on Monday. Will see you all at Anthrocon!
AnthroCon 2024! Where to find me
Posted a year agoAlmost time for Anthrocon! I will be at the Dealers Room all weekend (July 5-7). Will have books for sale, plus prints, original arts, and other stuff. Stop by if you're around!
See map at https://www.furaffinity.net/view/57155237/
The day before, on July 4, I will also be screening my animation in Room 316, starting at 8:30PM. Gonna be lotsa fun!
See map at https://www.furaffinity.net/view/57155237/
The day before, on July 4, I will also be screening my animation in Room 316, starting at 8:30PM. Gonna be lotsa fun!
Animation screening at Anthrocon
Posted a year agoHey ya! If you're going to Anthrocon I will be screening my animation on July 4 at 8:30pm!
More info at https://anthrocon.sched.com/event/1.....s-cartoon-show
Hope to see you there
More info at https://anthrocon.sched.com/event/1.....s-cartoon-show
Hope to see you there
Anthrocon a month away!
Posted a year agoAnthroCon is a month away! Wanted to mention that I'll be selling my wares in the Dealer's Den at Table S11. Come see me then if you're around!
https://www.anthrocon.org/dealers-list-2024
P.S. still taking discounted commissions before I leave for AC later this month
https://tinyurl.com/baker-comm
https://www.anthrocon.org/dealers-list-2024
P.S. still taking discounted commissions before I leave for AC later this month
https://tinyurl.com/baker-comm
"Lauren Ipsum" books available in the EU marketplace!
Posted a year agoTo all of my European readers I am happy to announced that Fusselschwarm will be distributing my books "Lauren Ipsum", "Lauren Ipsum Throws the Book At You", and "The Big Book of Cat" in the EU market!
You can get them now at https://www.fusselschwarm.net/VirtualEF
You can get them now at https://www.fusselschwarm.net/VirtualEF
Whatever Happened to Plan Nine Publishing?
Posted a year agoRealized I never shared this article I wrote a while back about Plan Nine Publishing and what became of it.
I know they published a number of furry comics, so it might be of interest to people here.
https://cartoonist.coop/journal/wha.....ne-publishing/
I know they published a number of furry comics, so it might be of interest to people here.
https://cartoonist.coop/journal/wha.....ne-publishing/
1,000!
Posted a year agoOnly took little under a decade, but I have over 1k followers on FA! Thank you all for checking my stuff out!
Ko-Fi donations
Posted a year agoI'm struggling to pay off some expenses, including getting supplies for my upcoming trip this July. Here's my Ko-Fi link if you have any spare change to throw! Thank you.
https://ko-fi.com/bakertoons
https://ko-fi.com/bakertoons
COMMISSIONS OPEN
Posted a year agoI am taking commission!
https://www.furaffinity.net/view/55436344/
If you would like one, be sure to fill out the form at
https://tinyurl.com/baker-comm
https://www.furaffinity.net/view/55436344/
If you would like one, be sure to fill out the form at
https://tinyurl.com/baker-comm
Sheezy and Bsky
Posted a year agoHeads up that I'm also on Sheezy and Bsky if anyone here goes there
SHEEZY: https://sheezy.art/bakertoons
BSKY: https://bsky.app/profile/bakertoons.com
SHEEZY: https://sheezy.art/bakertoons
BSKY: https://bsky.app/profile/bakertoons.com
Last day to vote!
Posted a year agoHeads up that today is the last day to vote in the Ursa Major Awards. "Lauren Ipsum" is up for the Comic Strip and General Literary Work categories.
Vote now! https://ursamajorawards.org/voting2023/
Vote now! https://ursamajorawards.org/voting2023/
NEW FROM SMALLBUG PRESS: Arnold book 2
Posted a year agoAfter some delays, volume 2 of The Complete Arnold is out! Contains strips from 1984-1986. Order at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXSVNMBP
Ursa Major Awards nominee!
Posted a year agoLauren Ipsum is nominated for URSA MAJOR AWARDS for Best General Literary Work and Best Comic Strip! Thank you all for nominating it! Means a lot.
You can now vote for the awards until the 24th!
https://ursamajorawards.org/Voting.htm
You can now vote for the awards until the 24th!
https://ursamajorawards.org/Voting.htm
"Lauren Ipsum" wins a SPACE Prize
Posted a year agoThe first "Lauren Ipsum" book won 2nd place for SPACE Prize for the Graphic Novel Category. WOO!
https://www.backporchcomics.com/cop.....rize-finalists
If you want your copy of the book, you can get it from me, or buy from Amazon!
https://smallbug.storenvy.com/colle.....ade-paperbacks
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0998948276
https://www.backporchcomics.com/cop.....rize-finalists
If you want your copy of the book, you can get it from me, or buy from Amazon!
https://smallbug.storenvy.com/colle.....ade-paperbacks
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0998948276
Ursa Major Awards reminder
Posted 2 years agoReminder that the Ursa Major Awards will close its nominations TOMORROW (the 17th), so if you want to nominate "Lauren Ipsum" for the Comic Strip category, now's the time to do it!
To nominate, go to https://ursamajorawards.org/nominations.htm and follow the instructions.
To nominate, go to https://ursamajorawards.org/nominations.htm and follow the instructions.
Blusky
Posted 2 years agoBlusky is finally open to the public!
if you just joined, you can find me there at https://bsky.app/profile/bakertoons.com
if you just joined, you can find me there at https://bsky.app/profile/bakertoons.com
