1. artists who create the initial drawings for comic books or graphic novels
Usage: comics industry

Examples

• The comic book company hired several talented pencilers for their new superhero series.
• Many famous pencilers started their careers working on independent comics.
• The pencilers worked closely with the writers to bring the story to life visually.
• Digital tools have changed how modern pencilers create their artwork.
• Some pencilers also do their own inking and coloring work.
• The studio employed both pencilers and inkers to speed up production.