Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
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Noah's Instagram instagram.com/theblackarrowsociety
Honorable Mentions:
Feral Star by John Burkett (mentioned via Substack): johnburkett.substack.com
Substack: substack.com
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In this episode of Indie Creator Exchange, hosts Jake and Kurt interview comic artist and designer Noah Luciani, who inks a Turbo Pitfighter pinup live during the conversation. The episode dives into Noah’s creative journey, from his childhood love of Spider-Man and Daredevil to his fascination with ninjas, Frank Miller, and the pulpy, expressive visual storytelling of artists like Richard Corben and Klaus Janson. Noah discusses his zine The Burning Eye, highlighting the importance of designing specifically for mini-comic format, and how he balances digital and traditional tools using Procreate and custom zip-tone brushes. The discussion touches on themes of clarity vs. complexity in storytelling, the value of sequential flow, and indie creators’ challenges with promotion. Noah shares his thoughts on table presence at conventions, the importance of community over competition, and why independent comics are at the heart of comics’ future. His work blends pulp aesthetics with expressive, carefully considered design.
3 Educational Points Made During the Podcast
1. Thoughtful design in mini-comics improves readability and elevates the experience—formatting from the start for small size ensures visual clarity and strong impact.
2. Digital tools like Procreate with custom brushes can replicate traditional comic effects (e.g., zip tones) while saving costs and improving workflow efficiency.
3. Community engagement and authentic presence at conventions are more effective for indie creators than relying solely on social media algorithms.
If you would like to be a guest on the Indie Comic Exchange, please follow this link and fill out the form kurtbrugel.com/indie-comic-book-creator-exchange
Noah's Instagram instagram.com/theblackarrowsociety
Honorable Mentions:
Feral Star by John Burkett (mentioned via Substack): johnburkett.substack.com
Substack: substack.com
IC3 indiecomicscreatorcon.com
@IndieComicsCreatorCon
In this episode of Indie Creator Exchange, hosts Jake and Kurt interview comic artist and designer Noah Luciani, who inks a Turbo Pitfighter pinup live during the conversation. The episode dives into Noah’s creative journey, from his childhood love of Spider-Man and Daredevil to his fascination with ninjas, Frank Miller, and the pulpy, expressive visual storytelling of artists like Richard Corben and Klaus Janson. Noah discusses his zine The Burning Eye, highlighting the importance of designing specifically for mini-comic format, and how he balances digital and traditional tools using Procreate and custom zip-tone brushes. The discussion touches on themes of clarity vs. complexity in storytelling, the value of sequential flow, and indie creators’ challenges with promotion. Noah shares his thoughts on table presence at conventions, the importance of community over competition, and why independent comics are at the heart of comics’ future. His work blends pulp aesthetics with expressive, carefully considered design.
3 Educational Points Made During the Podcast
1. Thoughtful design in mini-comics improves readability and elevates the experience—formatting from the start for small size ensures visual clarity and strong impact.
2. Digital tools like Procreate with custom brushes can replicate traditional comic effects (e.g., zip tones) while saving costs and improving workflow efficiency.
3. Community engagement and authentic presence at conventions are more effective for indie creators than relying solely on social media algorithms.
