Since childhood, people often have dreams of doing things that seem mundane, impossible, or filled with ideals. These aspirations appear difficult to parents or elders, who understand the challenges of such endeavors and the complexities tied to bureaucracy, education, effort, luck, and the randomness of fleeting sparks.

    -Give me some of that coffee. - Kate said, completely mesmerized, grabbing the cup from Billy''s hand and taking a sip of the black coffee as she examined the drawings. The details were magnificent, each line capturing a brilliance rarely seen. It was "real" in the sense of being the pinnacle of American comics, alongside works like , which Real had eclipsed. Everything about it felt like an excuse to embrace the medium''s unique, wonderful, and beautiful aspects.

    She said, utterly entranced by the way she observed the comics. It was as though the magnificent details, brimming with allegories and intricate designs, could captivate people even before the creative process was complete.

    It felt like being behind the scenes of a great masterpiece—either disappointing or rewarding. In this case, it was undoubtedly the latter. There was a distinct admiration for Billy''s ability to create elements from nothing, imbuing his work with a sense of knowledge and authority that was rare to encounter.

    -Oh, I feel annoyed, but I can’t stop looking at these drawings. I’ll buy all your work. - Kate confessed, finding Billy’s art remarkably innovative. His skill level mirrored the quality seen in manga or comics of 2020, far surpassing the competition. Billy truly embodied the prodigy who infused each of his pieces with exceptional brilliance.

    -It’s all about the image. You have to think of an image, much like in acting. People focus on a character they’re portraying—imagining their walk, speech, reactions, and perspectives. That’s how you develop an idea of who you want to be. Drawing works the same way, except theoretically, it requires more knowledge than acting. You need to understand three-dimensional spaces, proximity, perspective, and style. It’s perhaps too broad for a short conversation. But essentially, you must form images in your mind and sequence them, like in a video. Frames created by your imagination—like wanting someone to run, then imagining them moving down a street, surrounded by people. The detail lies in the action, the anatomy, the space, and the technique. - Billy explained, picking up a pencil and sketching slowly. He began with a rough outline, a collage of geometric shapes.

    After a quick sketch, he erased the shapes and refined the drawing with greater detail, demonstrating the progression from a fast sketch to a meticulous one.

    -Learn to skip steps that overcomplicate the image... I think I’ll settle for just seeing the final product. People often underestimate how hard it is. I step back and watch, but it seems easier at first glance. - Kate remarked, observing the intricate process. She was wrong, though; the real challenge was rooted in genius. The work was accessible only to a rare talent, less than 1% globally. What seemed difficult to outsiders was impossible for many professionals, whose critical eyes studied every image and page, later using them as educational tools—a value often overlooked by others.

    -You truly have no idea how hard this is. - Billy said, offering a smile that subtly questioned Kate’s words, emphasizing her misunderstanding.

    The cutting bell rang, and everyone returned to their places. Filming resumed, demanding perfection from everyone involved.

    Cameras were everywhere. They ascended the stage—a bare ship deck that transformed into an elaborate set. Everyone moved to their designated spots as the organization unfolded.

    -Does everyone know their positions? - Cameron called out, standing beside his assistant director.

    Usually, the director of photography dictated some of the positioning, alongside Russell Carpenter. Occasionally, even John Ladou would lend a hand.

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