Able Quote by Dave Gibbons
“One of the things you have to be able to do, as a comic strip artist, is to draw things repeatedly from a variety of angles, so you need references, and you find the best picture you can.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Comic Artists Discuss Process, 2015
Artists must gather diverse visual references and practice drawing subjects from multiple angles to improve accuracy and storytelling.
In simple terms: Use references and practice drawing from many angles.
Key Takeaway
Gather references and practice varied perspectives.
Themes
art
practice
visual reference
skill development
Mood
focused
determined
Type
instructional
motivational
When to use this quote
- comic creation
- animation
- illustration
Key Concepts
observation
perspective
iteration
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance reference work with original creation?
- What methods help retain visual memory?
A Different Perspective
Limited time can restrict reference gathering.
