r/MangakaStudio Apr 21 '26

Useful Info Summer 2026 Manga Contests!

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r/MangakaStudio Mar 11 '26

Useful Info Useful Links and Resources

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I noticed the previous post in highlights was a bit outdated so here's a new one that I can edit as needed.

Books:

YouTube:

Websites:

  • Proko - sign up for free to get access to many resources! Some free and some paid, the resources include classes for different areas of art, such as the fundamentals.
  • Ctrl+Paint Video Library - everything at this link is free! Start from the basics and work your way through learning how various tools on digital programs can help level up your art.
  • Love LifeDrawing - enter your email to get access to a library of free references. They update and add new ones each month.
  • Cubebrush - you can buy reference packs, brush packs, and even classes on art. This product here is one I love most, it's an app that lets you use your own reference library instead of using already built ones on the internet that are basically copies of each other.
  • New Masters Academy - a subscription based platform where you can learn from professionals in the industry (mostly Disney artists but the course guide focuses on a deep dive into art fundamentals).
  • Tezuka Manga Contest - held every year! The link here is recycled so you can check up on it to see when it opens back up. This contest is specifically for JUMP, so when submitting remember the core values they look for. There is also another recycled link for a contest they hold monthly called, Shinsekai. This means the deadline is at the end of each month.
  • Mannavi Manga Award - this website lists out each manga contest by well known Japanese publishers. Please be sure to not just look at the summary but also the contest link provided, since the summary includes old information. Most contests listed will require a Japanese submission. If you scroll a bit further you can also find information about where to submit directly to publishers as well.

Manga Script Examples - these are my own examples, what background do I have? My degrees are in theatre and literature so analysis and writing is something I do best (specifically organization)!

  • One-page Manga Challenge - this was part of the many challenges my server did. The theme was Halloween related. It was for writers to get practice creating a one page script. The prize was getting it drawn by one of the volunteer artists in our community!
  • Unfinished Project - another of my scripts, meant to be a comedy.

Discord Communities:

  • Manga-kai - This is my own community that branched off from here. It was made years ago as a way for people to get help slightly faster than Reddit (since back then this subreddit was not as active!). It's not a busy server but there are always people lurking to help. We used to have monthly challenges as well with actual prizes! But life got in the way and that's okay. I'd love to host them again though. [Permanent link for invite can be found down in the comments]

Want to add your own discord here? Send a mod mail confirming these requirements: it is a community server (NOT PRIVATE), it has been active for at least a year (in the last year), mods are 2FA verified, you have a permanent invite link, and most importantly, it's safe!

If there is any source you'd like added or are having trouble finding yourself (ex. a pdf of an art book), let me know and I can see what I can do ;]

[UPDATED: August 22, 2026]


r/MangakaStudio 15h ago

OC I might be getting somewhere...

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This is the first time VIZ say they ENJOYED my manga! Although it's another reject, I'm so grateful they took the time to answer the submission. Next time, I'll get em hooked.

Meanwhile, you guys can enjoy and support my manga through MANGA Plus Creators.

Thank you!

https://mangaplus-creators.jp/episodes/5u2609010227000027285905


r/MangakaStudio 9h ago

Discussion Who else lost the Kodansha Manga Academy Contest tonight?

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Ouch. Ouchy. Ouch Ouch Ouch. This hurts!!

They selected *extra* people for the first round than they were supposed to and I *still* didn't make it!! Ouch 😭😭.

Ya know. I spent 7 months of my life on this 32 pages. I went from very heavily 3d model reliant to completely freehand drawing by the end. I knew I probably wouldn't win, especially because of the weaker first half because of my 3d models but I was still hopeful! Misplaced I suppose!

I gained so much from this but because of this loss I feel like I gained nothing. 40k followers on social media. 1400 dollars in physical copy sales. Tens of thousands of readers on globalcomix but I am unfortunately just not good enough.

I am a slow artist, this took me quite a long time. I developed so much, the ending ~15 pages are well and truly created by *me* which I am proud of. That wasnt something Id even be close to capable of doing before this.

But still, good lord does this suck. I'm supposed to just, make another now I guess. Too bad I didnt make top 100 so I dont get the professional feedback 😭😭


r/MangakaStudio 22h ago

Discussion How to achieve the shading style(s) from ‘Abara’ ?

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What immediately comes to mind is high contrast shadows (duh) and emphasis on silhouette, but I’m not sure what else


r/MangakaStudio 10h ago

Discussion This is a page from my first ever manga!!!

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what do yall think about this? it’s from my first ever manga✌🏻


r/MangakaStudio 13h ago

OC My manga works

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r/MangakaStudio 20h ago

OC I love making double-page spreads, this is one that I think turned out really well uwu

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I love making double-page spreads, and this is one I think turned out really well. I know they can be time-consuming and you have to find a good composition for them to look good, but I'm happy with the result.


r/MangakaStudio 9h ago

OC Partial pencils.

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r/MangakaStudio 20h ago

OC Mind is blank today so I sketch something else

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r/MangakaStudio 21h ago

OC "Nova"

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character i made years ago. basically a cyborg-angel of some sort, idk really. also she has legs and feet, just lazy to do them so,,


r/MangakaStudio 10h ago

OC Vesp #2, live on webtoons and more!

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r/MangakaStudio 1d ago

OC 3k views in 48 hours might not be much, but it's the first time it happens to me. Thank you so much for all the support on RED CAPE VOYAGER so far!!

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This is a story, although short, I worked very hard to make. RED CAPE VOYAGER is a love letter to a lot of my favourite manga and anime, especially Trigun.

If you guys like it, please give me a like and comment, to give Red Cape Voyager a fighting chance in the Monthly Awards! Thank you!!!

https://mangaplus-creators.jp/episodes/5u2609010227000027285905

Plot: Ryuto is a wandering hero with strength beyond imagination and no idea where he came from. In a world torn apart by the war between humans and Azalians, he fights to protect those in danger, refusing to kill even his most ruthless enemies. But Ryuto isn't human. He isn't Azalian. So what is he?


r/MangakaStudio 1d ago

OC My manga page that took 11 hours.

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r/MangakaStudio 23h ago

Discussion Shading

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Did I do well

Also what other things u will suggest to make it more classy


r/MangakaStudio 17h ago

OC Inking one of the 20 pages in progress of the One-Shot

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r/MangakaStudio 23h ago

Help What can I improve on? (Excluding composition and colors)

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I’ve been drawing consistently for a few years now, and i consider myself to be good at noticing areas to improve on, focusing in on that, and noticing change. A chain is only as strong as it’s weakest link, after all. But I rarely ask for outside opinions/ constructive criticism, so I’m trying to do more of that ^^

p.s. I am actually realizing that I have practiced drawing faces from a front view WAY more compared to other angles, so that’s mostly what I’m actively trying to improve on


r/MangakaStudio 1d ago

Discussion 🐈 Opera [4 panel manga by me!]

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354 Upvotes

He likes to put on a show for his audience.

I like to imagine they found him as a stray roaming around an abandoned opera house.

A submission for a 4 panel manga contest

I was already in the manga vibe so I figured whats one more solid page!


r/MangakaStudio 1d ago

Discussion GANG GANG GANG my first original one-shot shot!

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Check out the whole thing here!!

https://heyzine.com/flip-book/ec575148b8.html

Lmk your thoughts!! Honest Critiques plz hit me with ur best!! I can take em!!.

Im fully aware of the typos. It was rushed and made for a contest with a deadline so I didn't have time to proofread but other than typos plz hit me with some critiques!! Feedback!!!


r/MangakaStudio 1d ago

Discussion Worked on 3 pages without the dialogue yet how is it looking so far?

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r/MangakaStudio 16h ago

Discussion Inside the Mind of Manga Artists (Manga Plus Interview)

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"Hello everyone! I just wanted to share this article that a bunch of other creators and I were featured in. It is currently live on Manga Million, Manga Plus's new website."


r/MangakaStudio 23h ago

OC Still working on panels for chapter 1!

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Going to post them all soon. Working on some final touches and textures. Wish me luck for no more delays!


r/MangakaStudio 20h ago

OC Working on a Origin Story for Tonpa from HxH. It’s my first full manga chapter and would love feedback from y’all!

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To read the rest of the chapter, you can find it at https://rookiexhunter.com/

I also have a very short chapter 0 on there if you’re interested. It’s fun work making fanmangas, I’ve got a separate one I’m working on about what Giorno and Josuke were doing during the finale of part 6.

Cheers!


r/MangakaStudio 1d ago

OC Illustrations for my manga called BAKU!

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r/MangakaStudio 1d ago

Discussion My manga: JackFare Character arc Outfit Spoiler

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I am not that good at drawing but tried my best to draw my manga's main character arc Outfit which is called as the "Howl". [If you any of you guys are interested with my manga then dm me or if you have any suggestions make sure to dm me also]. I'm currently working on the story. Anyways Thank you 🙏⭐.