Definition of a comic according to COMIX.INDIA-
‘A form of writing, using pictures and words in sequence, with the condition that it is ‘picture-heavy’ rather than ‘word-heavy’. In other words, a text piece with a few illustrations does NOT qualify as a comic. The work must have more pictures than text. A piece with only pictures and no text at all will definitely qualify as a comic. Of course, this is only a general rule. There are always exceptions.’
Another definition-
‘A comic is a form of writing in which words and pictures have equal rights.’
What does this magazine hope to achieve?
The idea behind the magazine is to create a space where both new and experienced comic authors can show their work, interact with other comic creators, and build a culture of buying and reading comics that is not restricted to any one target audience or genre.
A self-published magazine does not have the pressure of recovering investments, so comic authors can afford to take a few risks, which is desperately needed if we want to foster the comic medium in India. We need hundreds of comic authors, and this magazine can give an opportunity for new voices. The magazine will not be out of circulation, since it is not printed until someone orders it. Since distribution is internet-based, the potential audience for the magazine is worldwide, not just India.
The magazine hopes to be a platform for talented new comers as well as experienced pros wanting to have some fun. With future volumes, the magazine can only get better, and comic authors will learn from experience. The COMIX.INDIA Forum is always available for feedback and peer reviewing of the works. The magazine has the potential to be produced bi-monthly or even monthly, as a mainstream magazine with ads, sold in news stands.
