I've always tried to make the strip animated, even when…
“I've always tried to make the strip animated, even when the characters aren't moving, with expressions or perspectives or some sort of exaggeration. There's great potential for that which has yet to be fully mined.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He advocates using exaggerated visual techniques even in static panels to unlock untapped comic potential.
In simple terms: Exaggeration can make static comics more dynamic.
Experiment with visual exaggeration in your art.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- comic workshops
- illustration classes
- self‑published strips
- animation brainstorming
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can exaggeration enhance a joke?
- When is subtlety more effective?
Risk of over‑exaggeration may distract from narrative.