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“I'm not very good at depicting the characters' psychology on the page.” quote by Akira Toriyama
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“I'm not very good at depicting the characters' psychology on the page.”

Akira Toriyama

About This Quote

Source Interview: Manga Artists Talk, 2015

The creator feels unable to convey characters' inner thoughts effectively on the page.

In simple terms: Struggles with showing psychology in comics.

Key Takeaway

Practice deeper character introspection.

Themes

creativity self‑critique writing

Mood

reflective determined

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • comic scripting
  • character development workshops
  • editor feedback

Key Concepts

narrative psychology visual storytelling

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can visual cues replace internal monologue?
  • What techniques help reveal hidden motives?
A Different Perspective

May stem from limited narrative tools in static panels.

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