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“I think if you want to do a thing properly you have to take a lot of care. I've always found it's easier to draw comics if you know clearly in your head what you're drawing, rather than if you try and make it up as you go along.” quote by Dave Gibbons
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“I think if you want to do a thing properly you have to take a lot of care. I've always found it's easier to draw comics if you know clearly in your head what you're drawing, rather than if you try and make it up as you go along.”

Dave Gibbons

About This Quote

Careful planning leads to better outcomes; visualizing before creating reduces improvisation errors.

In simple terms: Think first, then act, for clearer results.

Key Takeaway

Plan and visualize before execution.

Themes

creativity planning visualization

Mood

thoughtful practical

Type

instructional observational

When to use this quote

  • comic illustration
  • software design
  • architectural drafting

Key Concepts

artistic process cognitive psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How much detail should be pre‑planned?
  • When is improvisation beneficial?
A Different Perspective

Over‑planning can stifle spontaneity.

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