Lynda Barry Quotes

A collection of quotes by Lynda Barry.

Lynda Barry is a renowned American cartoonist, writer, and educator. Born on January 2, 1956, in Richland Center, Wisconsin, Barry's passion for drawing and storytelling emerged at a young age. She attended Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington, where she studied under influential cartoonist and teacher, Marilyn Frasca.

In the late 1970s, Barry gained recognition with her weekly comic strip, "Ernie Pook's Comeek," which featured quirky characters and explored themes of childhood, adolescence, and societal issues. Her distinctive drawing style, often described as scratchy and expressive, became her signature.

As an accomplished author, Barry has written several critically acclaimed books. Notable works include the graphic novel "One! Hundred! Demons!" (2002), which depicts transformative experiences from her childhood, and "What It Is" (2008), a blend of autobiography, instruction manual, and meditative exploration of creativity. "Syllabus" (2014), another highly regarded book, showcases her teaching methods and captures her unique approach to creativity and art education.

Barry has received numerous awards for her contributions to the literary and artistic world, including the Eisner Award for Best Reality-Based Work and the Reuben Award for Outstanding Cartoonist of the Year. Her work continues to inspire countless artists and educators around the world.

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For horror movies, color is reassuring because, at least in

For horror movies, color is reassuring because, at least in older films, it adds to the fakey-ness.

People think that whatever I put into strips has happened to

People think that whatever I put into strips has happened to me in my life.

The library was open for one hour after school let out. I hi

The library was open for one hour after school let out. I hid there, looking at art books and reading poetry.

My mom didn't want me to go to college. She didn't want me t

My mom didn't want me to go to college. She didn't want me to read - when I read, I may as well have been holding a pineapple.

I live in constant fear of being fired or dropped for that d

I live in constant fear of being fired or dropped for that dark part of my work I can't control.

I do love to eavesdrop. It's inspirational, not only for sub

I do love to eavesdrop. It's inspirational, not only for subject matter but for actual dialogue, the way people talk.

It's one thing to have a relationship, to lay your hands on

It's one thing to have a relationship, to lay your hands on it, and another to make it continue and last. That's something I haven't talked about much in my comic strips, and it's certainly something I'm interested in.

If I didn't try to eavesdrop on every bus ride I take or loo

If I didn't try to eavesdrop on every bus ride I take or look for the humor when I go for a walk, I would just be depressed all the time.

I listen like mad to any conversation taking place next to m

I listen like mad to any conversation taking place next to me just trying to hear why this is funny. Women's restrooms are especially great. I wash my hands twice waiting for people to come in and start talking.

My goal on my bucket list is to write a romantic comedy movi

My goal on my bucket list is to write a romantic comedy movie.

I need to be cheered up a lot. I think funny people are peop

I need to be cheered up a lot. I think funny people are people who need to be cheered up.

Humor is such a wonderful thing, helping you realize what a

Humor is such a wonderful thing, helping you realize what a fool you are but how beautiful that is at the same time.

If it is your time, love will track you down like a cruise m

If it is your time, love will track you down like a cruise missile.