Comic Art - A Reflection Of Our Times

By Author: Martin Toms
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It is said that art mirrors life. This is very true for comic art. In fact comic art reflects more than just our lives it often also explores our dreams and desires. And it is done in many different styles from fantasy to realism.

It is also true that comic art reflects life in rich detail. The use of comics by people of all ages and the accessibility that a common man has to comic art means that a huge number of subjects and interests are covered by comic art. It is more than just superheroes, covering everything from war to everyday life and relationships.

Given the diverse range of comic art, it is such that for almost any personality type you will be able to find a comic art to reflect those interests. Similarly you will find a diversity of drawing styles that range from the minimalistic to an elaborately detailed style. Comic art styles can also be very regional. If one is to observe just the comic art that is enjoyed by a country of the world one would have great insights about the people and places in that country.

And comic art is no longer a new art form. ...
... The modern comic book has been around for over 100 years and has been making great strides with every passing decade. It has embraced technology with vigor without compromising on the artistic value of the creations. Both the artistic styles and the typical subject matter have matured over time. The characters which were one static are now animated and their personalities defined to a greater depth.

No facet of our life now remains without comic books and comic art. Hollywood has embraced comic characters and brought them closer to life through successful films like the Spider-Man, Iron Man and Batman franchises. Comic book characters have become a part of our lexicon and their stories have become our modern day legends. For generations, writers and artists have told the stories of these characters and adapted them to reflect current times and they have become a prominent part of our society.

Comic books and comic art have become part of our everyday life. And collecting original comic art is a fun and rewarding hobby. You can know more about comic art at www.sketchmaven.com

Author bio:

Martin Toms has a long standing passion for original comic art. This passion is reflected in his commitment to the promotion of the art form by building a platform where lovers of comic art can meet. You can learn more about original comic art at www.sketchmaven.com.