One of the advantages of travelling the world is that you get to know the world broadly. And one of the advantages of staying in one place is that you get to know the world deeply.
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My only problem with fans is when they turn pro. For example, when all the professional writers were fired by DC in the '60s, they brought in a generation of comic book fans who would have paid to have written these stories.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote critiques the relationship between professional creators and fans, highlighting the problem when fans become professionals without the necessary experience.
Alan Moore reflects on the impact of passionate fans turning into professionals in the comic book industry. He points out that while fans are eager and often talented, the transition to professional writing requires a deeper understanding of the craft that can often be overlooked, suggesting that enthusiasm alone does not equate to professional skill and experience.
Themes
FansProfessionalsWritingComic BooksCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
During a panel discussion at a comic convention, you could refer to this quote to emphasize the importance of professional training in creative fields.
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