What is inking?

Inking jobs refer to positions in the art and comic book industries where an artist, known as an inker, outlines and enhances the pencil drawings created by another artist. The inker uses ink to define lines, add depth, and prepare the artwork for printing or digital publication. This role is crucial in transforming rough sketches into polished, finished illustrations. Inkers need a strong sense of line, texture, and shading, and often collaborate closely with pencillers and colorists.