Scott McCloud

Scott McCloud is a visual thinker and comic book artist known for his work on understanding comics and visual storytelling. His influential book, *Understanding Comics*, explains how comics work as a medium—how images and words combine to create meaning, emotion, and ideas. McCloud explores the art form’s structure, its history, and its potential for communication and creativity. He approaches comics not just as entertainment but as a serious, expressive art form, highlighting their ability to convey complex thoughts and feelings in a clear, powerful way.