Character Quote by Stephan Pastis
““When in doubt, give a character big, blown-up eyes and puffy lips.””
About This Quote
Source Comic Strip: Pearls Before Swine, 2000s
Exaggerating facial features highlights a character’s emotions or absurdity for comedic effect.
In simple terms: Big eyes and lips make characters funny.
Key Takeaway
Use visual exaggeration for humor.
Themes
humor
visual storytelling
character design
Mood
playful
lighthearted
Type
comedic
artistic
When to use this quote
- children’s books
- advertising
- animation
- graphic novels
Key Concepts
animation
comic art
Questions to Reflect On
- When does exaggeration lose its impact?
- How can subtlety enhance comedy?
A Different Perspective
Overuse can become cliché.
