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🎙️ Travis James - Inking Horror & Bringing AHA to Life

In this episode of The USDN Podcast - Where Indie Comics Come to Life, we sit down with artist and inker Travis James to explore the craft behind one of the most overlooked yet essential roles in comic creation.

From rediscovering his passion for comics later in life to developing a disciplined daily art routine, Travis shares his journey into the world of inking and how it shapes the final look and feel of a story.

We also dive into his work on CHK Comics Presents: AHA - A Horror Anthology, including his contributions to the chilling story “Pete’s Meat” and how inking plays a critical role in building tension, atmosphere, and visual storytelling in horror comics.

🧠 In this episode, we discuss:

•  The role of an inker in comic book production 
•  How line work and shadow impact storytelling 
•  Travis’ path from hobbyist to working artist 
•  The importance of repetition, feedback, and growth 
•  Behind-the-scenes insights into AHA: A Horror Anthology 

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