Ep. 300 Toys on Tap w/Xander6Comix: Proof of Concept

Xander of Xander6 Comix joins Toys on Tap for a conversation about comics, toys, grassroots marketing, and what it actually means to hustle for the thing you want. Xander started selling art at swap meets before eventually finding his way into DesignerCon, comics, indie toys, events, and his own characters. We talk about: • Growing up on cartoons, comics, and action figures • Teaching himself to draw using toys • Selling art at swap meets • Discovering DesignerCon • Hand-sculpting his first toys • Accidentally creating blind bags • Selling 500 toys across three shows • Building his character Z • Painting original art over comic covers • Turning that work into professional cover gigs • Creating Homage Homie • Giving toys away to build awareness • Why experiences and community matter • The move toward soft vinyl Xander’s philosophy is simple: Start. Work. Prove the idea. Then keep going. On Instagram: @ zander6comix Thanks to Our Supporters Rate & Review the Show! Leave a rating and review wherever you listen it's the best way to help Toys on Tap grow! Subscribe and Follow Along Instagram: @toysontap Linkedin: Abraham Musto Facebook: @toysontap Youtube: @Toysontap SubStack: @toysontap Palmstreet: Toys on Tap: Live on Sundays 6pm