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“I had thought comics could only be one thing, and that was what mainstream comics were selling us. And the undergrounders proved anything you had in your head, as long as you had the skill to put it down on paper, was fair game. And I started filling sketchbooks with my own comics.” quote by Stephen R. Bissette
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“I had thought comics could only be one thing, and that was what mainstream comics were selling us. And the undergrounders proved anything you had in your head, as long as you had the skill to put it down on paper, was fair game. And I started filling sketchbooks with my own comics.”

Stephen R. Bissette

About This Quote

Source Book: Comics and Culture, 1995

He realized comics aren't limited to mainstream norms; creativity is bound only by skill.

In simple terms: Comics can be anything you imagine.

Key Takeaway

Create without limits.

Themes

creativity art independence

Mood

enthusiastic determined

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • comic creation
  • personal projects
  • artistic freedom

Key Concepts

self‑expression underground movement

Questions to Reflect On

  • What story will you tell?
  • How will you develop your artistic skill?
A Different Perspective

Breaking into comics can be financially risky.

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