Appearance Quote by Jeffrey Brown
“One thing I think is that comics are really good at expressing emotion. I think there's a way that comics characters can be drawn not-realistically, but the emotional reality is still very sincere. So you can have these exaggerations that express inner emotion through physical appearance.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Comic Art and Emotion, Jeffrey Brown, 2015
Comics can use exaggerated, non‑realistic art to convey deep emotional truths, making feelings visually accessible.
In simple terms: Exaggerated art shows true feelings.
Key Takeaway
Use visual exaggeration for emotion.
Themes
art
emotion
visual storytelling
comics
Mood
creative
analytical
Type
artistic
explanatory
When to use this quote
- graphic novels
- character design
- emotional scenes
Key Concepts
expressive illustration
symbolic realism
narrative empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do visuals shape emotional perception?
- When does exaggeration become distortion?
A Different Perspective
Exaggeration may oversimplify nuance.
