In the 1980s, independent comics created by do-it-yourself (DIY) artists faced some big problems.

Here are three main challenges they encountered:

• Getting Their Work Out There: It was tough for independent creators to find readers for their comics.
• Money Issues: Many artists didn't have enough money to make and sell their work.
• Too Many Choices: There were so many comic titles that it became hard for any one comic to stand out.

To solve these problems, creators today can use digital platforms to share their work with more people.

They can also try crowdfunding, which is a way to raise money from fans to support their projects.

Working together with others can help them get noticed, too.

These strategies could bring back that exciting feeling of independence in the comic world!