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When people say 'What are underground comics?' I think the best way you can define them is just the absolute freedom involved... we didn't have anyone standing over us.
Robert Crumb
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Underground comics represent artistic freedom without external constraints.

Robert Crumb highlights the essence of underground comics as a realm of creative liberation, where artists are unburdened by commercial pressures or oversight. This freedom allows for authentic expression, fostering unique narratives and styles that are often absent in mainstream comics.

Themes

Underground ComicsFreedomArtistic ExpressionCreativityIndependence

In practice

Example use cases

During an art class, a student might refer to this quote to inspire peers about creating their own comics without fear.

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