And a phenomenon like Harry Potter could bring fantasy fans in a roundabout way to comics, too. Everybody involved can help out. The Internet has been a great tool in bringing us a little extra exposure. Right now, the most exciting thing I can think of would be me and J.H. being involved in a Batman Black and White story. There may be a future for it, but there will always be people who want to hold a paper product in their hands.
Comics are a collectible medium.
You can't collect a computer file. I think there's even room for inkers in online comics, but a little less of a need. Jos just showed us that. I've seen some really good, but I've seen some really BAD, too. The computer is just a tool, like a brush.