One-Shot with Dean Haspiel

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Join cartoonist and native New Yorker, Dean Haspiel, as he shares his incredible journey and unique insights into the dynamic world of comic books! 

In this video, Dean reveals: 

A Childhood Dream: How his early fascination with comics stemmed from the power to create entire universes on a blank piece of paper. 

Artistic Inspirations: The profound influence of artists like George Perez, John Byrne, and CC Beck, whose storytelling simplicity and sophistication captivated him. 

Breaking In: The exciting story of co-creating "The Verdict" with Martin Powell, leading to its publication by Eternity Comics and the surreal experience of seeing his work on sale. 

The Genesis of "The Red Hook": Discover the unusual incident that sparked the idea for his "The Red Hook" series for Webtoon, leading to the creation of the "New Brooklyn" universe, where Brooklyn itself becomes a sentient republic. 

Words of Wisdom: His powerful advice for aspiring cartoonists emphasizes the importance of dedication, honesty in storytelling, and utilizing available platforms to share their unique voices without hesitation. 

Dive into the mind of a master storyteller and explore the boundless possibilities of the comic book medium!