Art Quote by Jaime Hernandez
“Comics as art. I do comics as comics, and my opportunity to tell stories. Simple. Basic. Let the characters have the excitement, not the package. That's where I come from.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Comics as Art, 2015
The creator emphasizes that comics are a pure storytelling medium, not a marketing package.
In simple terms: Comics are storytelling first.
Key Takeaway
Focus on narrative, not packaging.
Themes
storytelling
artistic integrity
creativity
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
statement
philosophical
When to use this quote
- creating comics
- teaching art
- evaluating media
- promoting authentic storytelling
Key Concepts
visual narrative
authenticity
medium theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance art and market?
- What defines authenticity in comics?
A Different Perspective
Risk of ignoring commercial realities.
