Today we’d like to introduce you to Scott Lost
Hi Scott, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
I was a pro wrestler for 10 years and stopped in 2010 to pursue my career in comic books. I drew all throughout my childhood, up until I was a teenager and started training for wrestling. I basically took 10 years off to become a pro wrestler. After working a show called San Diego Comic Fest in 2013 through 2016, I met up with a few artists from said convention at a local coffee shop, and that’s how the Accidental Aliens started.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Conventions can be a struggle, but not always. There are good shows, and there are bad shows, just like with anything. You get to learn what to do and what not to do, what to bring and what not to bring. That type of thing.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I think the first thing that I’m known for is my time in the pro wrestling ring. I made a very good name for myself in 10 years and left on a high note. The second thing I think I would be known for is 2nd shift. It’s my creator owned title that I have been doing the longest, it has a decent fan base and seems to be growing every year. I am really proud of that book and how it’s come along from its inception.
Are there any important lessons you’ve learned that you can share with us?
patience and pitching! You have to have a great elevator pitch when you’re working conventions and you have to know how to connect with people. Reading the situation and how you should proceed with that conversation.
Patience comes in when talking about the craft. It takes time to learn the tricks of the trade, but you’ll get there. Having patience is key. Also drive. In Comics, you have to want it. On the Indy scene, there is no one that is telling you this is your deadline. Saying that as your own boss, I mean. If you’re doing work for a hire, then, of course, there is a deadline that you need to hit that is being put forth by someone else. If you’re creating your own books, you are your own editor. You have to force yourself to finish the books or nothing will ever get done.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://Accidentalaliens.com
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/scottlost
- Facebook: https://Facebook.com/scottlost
- Twitter: https://Twitter.com/scottlost
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@makingcomicspodcast?si=Q4tQij7TjJRS4AQe
Image Credits
Art by Scott Lost
Coloring by Joaquin Pereyra and Emily Rocha
