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It's an avenue to say what you want to say.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":29,"quote_text":30,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":31,"source":32,"quote_tag":33,"commentary":9},3575714,"But I'm aware of the fact that I'm working in a commercial venue where I'm producing something that I wouldn't normally be approaching the way I'm doing it.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":35,"quote_text":36,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":37,"source":38,"quote_tag":39,"commentary":9},3575712,"But there's still an avenue for smaller comics and personal expression.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":41,"quote_text":42,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":43,"source":44,"quote_tag":45,"commentary":9},3575697,"But with comics you're reading and assimilating an image simultaneously, instead of just reading or watching the tube.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":47,"quote_text":48,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":49,"source":50,"quote_tag":51,"commentary":9},3575693,"Do the story in the way it really demands to be done, which may mean using several different styles or only one style; but it's still about respecting the story.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":53,"quote_text":54,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":55,"source":56,"quote_tag":57,"commentary":9},3575686,"I didn't want to feel constrained, so I took on the Mutants.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":59,"quote_text":60,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":61,"source":62,"quote_tag":63,"commentary":64},3575677,"I was lucky enough to be given books that weren't top sellers; books that were kind of under the radar.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\n\nBill Sienkiewicz, a renowned comic book artist and illustrator, uttered these words during an interview about his formative years as an artist. It was likely in the early 1990s when he was reflecting on the early days of his career, marked by experimentation and creative growth. At that time, Sienkiewicz was navigating the complexities of breaking into the comic book industry while maintaining his unique artistic vision.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\n\nWhat lies beneath this seemingly innocuous quote is a profound insight about the importance of embracing the \"periphery.\" Sienkiewicz isn't merely stating that he stumbled upon lesser-known books; he's highlighting how those obscure works allowed him to develop his own distinct style, unencumbered by mainstream expectations. By seeking out the overlooked and underappreciated, Sienkiewicz tapped into a rich source of inspiration, which ultimately contributed to his innovative artistic voice.\n\n**How to Use This**\n\nTo apply this mindset today, modern professionals and creatives should actively seek out \"under the radar\" influences that diverge from the beaten path. By embracing those overlooked ideas and perspectives, individuals can foster their unique talents and develop innovative solutions that set them apart in their respective fields.",{"id":66,"quote_text":67,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":68,"source":69,"quote_tag":70,"commentary":9},3575674,"If you're going to establish a certain level of unreality than you have to deal with it.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":72,"quote_text":73,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":74,"source":75,"quote_tag":76,"commentary":9},3575670,"It's interesting, because in the corporate stuff there's a dichotomy there, depending on the creator. 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