Cartoonist Quote by Al Jaffee
“Almost every cartoonist, when he's sitting down to draw a funny face, if you watch him closely, his mouth is gonna curl to the expression that he's drawing. But when I would write a story - I know it's going to sound almost ridiculous and infantile - I would, in a way, start living it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 1995
Artists often embody the emotions they create, letting their own expressions guide the work, which can make storytelling feel personal and absurd.
In simple terms: Artists mirror their art, making stories feel lived-in.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the oddness of your own voice.
Themes
creativity
self‑expression
humor
Mood
playful
reflective
Type
inspirational
humorous
When to use this quote
- comic drawing
- writing workshops
- improvisational theater
- personal journaling
Key Concepts
embodiment
meta‑narrative
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your own facial expression influence your storytelling?
- When does personal absurdity become a barrier?
A Different Perspective
May blur lines between creator and creation, risking self‑indulgence.
