DaNi Returns to Mainstream Comics: Batwoman with Greg Rucka + Indie Journey
About this episode
DaNi discusses her journey in comics, her work on Batwoman, and the indie Greek comic scene.
Joining us all the way from Greece is the incredible traditional comic book artist DaNi (Coffin Bound, Batwoman with Greg Rucka)! We chat late-night Greek style about her journey from fine arts/sculpture to full-time comics, self-publishing zines, breaking into American publishers via conventions and connections, and her love for traditional tools (brushes only—no digital!). Key highlights: -Early influences: Mike Mignola, Charles Burns, South American artists, and discovering obscure 70s/80s horror/erotic comics in Venice -Indie Greek scene: Huge, diverse, political/erotic vibes; Comicdom Con turning 20! -How she broke in: Zines at cons leading to 2000 AD, IDW, Coffin Bound with Dan Watters -Working on Batwoman #1 (Greg Rucka, DC Next Level – out March 2026!): Research, mood boards, Greek-inspired city, action-packed issues -Process: Heavy layouts/planning, 2-3 pages/day pencils, deadlines fuel her, weekends off for life -Fun side: Naps as creativity recharge, hating alarms, cats (every comic artist has them!) -Advice: Do the work first, make friends at cons, find your creative soulmate collaborator DaNi's Batwoman series redefines Kate Kane—don't miss it! Find it at your LCS…
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