Art making Quote by Brian Michael Bendis
““everyone you know in mainstream comics was discovered from their work in independent or self-published comics or other creative work in another medium. Don’t wait for Marvel or DC to discover you—just start making comics for yourself. They will be your calling cards to editors.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Comic Book Creator Talk, 2019
Success comes from creating your own work and using it as a portfolio rather than waiting for big publishers to notice you.
In simple terms: Make your own comics to get noticed.
Key Takeaway
Create and share your work early.
Themes
self‑promotion
career building
creativity
Mood
determined
optimistic
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- job hunting
- personal projects
- self‑publishing
- networking events
Key Concepts
portfolio development
independent publishing
industry networking
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you build an audience without a publisher?
- What steps can you take to showcase your work effectively?
A Different Perspective
It may be hard to get initial exposure without a platform.
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