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#639: Todd McFarlane, Legendary Comic Book Artist — How to Make Iconic Art, Reinvent Spider-Man, Live Life on Your Own Terms, and Meet Every Deadline

The Tim Ferriss Show

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From Sports to Comics: An Artist's Journey

This chapter recounts the inspiring journey of a legendary comic book artist, shaped by childhood sportsmanship and a baseball scholarship. It highlights their perseverance in the comic industry, detailing over 700 submissions and the crucial role of feedback in honing their craft. Additionally, it explores the balance between artistic freedom and corporate demands, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and meeting deadlines in creating compelling comic narratives.

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