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“I wouldn't necessarily have been making books about how to make comics if I'd really felt I knew how to make comics.” quote by Scott McCloud
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“I wouldn't necessarily have been making books about how to make comics if I'd really felt I knew how to make comics.”

Scott McCloud

About This Quote

Source Book: Understanding Comics, 1993

The author admits that creating a guide on comics requires confidence and expertise they didn't yet possess.

In simple terms: Lacked confidence to teach comics.

Key Takeaway

Gain experience before teaching.

Themes

self‑doubt expertise creative process learning

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

educational creative

When to use this quote

  • writing a book
  • teaching workshops
  • publishing

Key Concepts

confidence skill acquisition authorship

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps build expertise before sharing knowledge?
  • When is it okay to share early insights?
A Different Perspective

Teaching without mastery can mislead others.

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